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Real Madrid crushed Manchester City 3-0 in the Champions League last-16 first leg, with Valverde scoring a first-half hat-trick fueled by assists including one from Vinicius. That assist tied Ronaldo's club record in 80 appearances—21 fewer than Ronaldo needed—and placed Vinicius fifth all-time in UCL assists overall. Fans celebrated his rise from early doubts to icon status, as Madrid now eyes the second leg with momentum.

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Vinicius Junior's pinpoint cross set up Federico Valverde's second goal, tying Cristiano Ronaldo's Real Madrid Champions League assists record at 31. At just 25, the Brazilian winger marked the moment in style during a dominant night at the Bernabeu.

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A social media discussion on X erupted after a claim that Spain is always on the right side of history. Filipinos cited 333 years of Spanish colonization of the Philippines involving suffering, enslavement, and resource theft. Users from Latin America, Mexico, Panama, and the Caribbean highlighted Spain's violent conquests, rapes, and enslavement of indigenous populations in the Americas.

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Femi Dapson, an internet personality, and Simi Sanya exchanged vows in a private registry ceremony attended by close family and friends.

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Amir Balat, 18, and high school senior Ibrahim Qayyumi, both from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, allegedly threw TATP explosive devices at about 50 protesters rallying against an 'Islamic takeover' near Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence on March 7. No one was hurt because the bombs failed to fully detonate, but Assistant Chief Aaron Edwards tackled one suspect mid-throw while Sgt. Luis Navarro shielded bystanders from a lit device. The U.S. citizens face federal terrorism charges for ISIS support and state weapons counts; one hoped to outdo the Boston Marathon bombing, court papers show. Investigations continue with FBI raids uncovering more explosives.

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NYPD officers spotted two young men hurling bombs into a crowd outside Gracie Mansion—and leapt into action to save lives.

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Madridista Adeleke R. Bolanle posted Thursday dismissing Pedri's hype, saying he does average things while Bellingham shines—racking up nearly 1,800 likes amid Barcelona's 1-1 draw at Newcastle where Pedri struggled against Joelinton. Both 22-year-old midfield stars lead LaLiga's top two teams: Pedri with Barcelona's tempo control (2 goals, 7 assists in 13 games, 7.81 rating), Bellingham powering Madrid's attack (4 goals in 14 games, 7.75 rating). Fans split sharply—critics call Pedri overrated, defenders praise his artful simplicity like Kroos and Messi, as the rivalry heats up LaLiga's final stretch.

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A Madrid fan's bold claim that Barcelona's Pedri is just 'basic' next to Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham lit up replies fast. It hit right after Pedri's tough night in the Champions League.

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The 22-year-old Borussia Dortmund midfielder, who left Chelsea last summer, switches from England's youth teams to Ralf Rangnick's Austria after no senior caps for the Three Lions. FIFA approved the change on March 9, 2026, alongside PSV's Paul Wanner, strengthening Austria's tough 2026 World Cup group with Algeria and others. Chukwuemeka brings box-to-box energy and creativity from his strong Dortmund season, prioritizing playing time as the tournament nears.

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Carney Chukwuemeka, born in Vienna and raised in England, just got FIFA's green light to represent Austria—opening the door to a senior debut this month.

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Dustin Yu and Bianca de Vera, known as 'DustBia,' rose to fame as housemates in PBB Celebrity Edition 2025, where de Vera defended Yu against backlash calling him passive-aggressive, insisting she saw his true character as her 'final duo.' A year later, the video edit is gaining fresh attention as they star together in the mystery series The Secrets of Hotel 88, premiering February 23 on iWantTFC and March 2 on GMA Prime. Fans praise de Vera's quiet strength and their chemistry, rallying votes for them in the 7th VP Choice Awards while celebrating their enduring friendship.

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In a heartfelt clip from old interviews, Bianca de Vera shuts down critics of Dustin Yu: 'They're not in my body and don't see him through my eyes.' Fans are melting over her unwavering loyalty from their Pinoy Big Brother days.

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Carvajal joined sideline cheers for the 38-year-old Celta captain and La Liga icon during the March 6 match at Balaídos, where Tchouaméni scored first, Iglesias equalized, and Valverde's late rocket clinched victory. A fan labeled it 'populism,' prompting Carvajal's retort: 'That gesture means RESPECT, respect for a legend of our league. Values come above everything.' Fans split, with some praising his class toward Aspas' 500+ appearances, while critics questioned his energy compared to support for teammate Vinícius Júnior amid racist abuse.

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In the heat of Real Madrid's tense 2-1 win over Celta Vigo, captain Dani Carvajal paused to applaud opponent Iago Aspas entering the pitch—a gesture that sparked sharp debate among fans.

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The 24-year-old midfielder for Guatemala's Club Xelajú MC proposed to Wendy Nicole right after the final whistle against Marquense at Estadio Mario Camposeco last Sunday. Videos showed her accepting amid crowd cheers, but by Wednesday, Quirós posted that the relationship had ended due to a difficult personal situation. He asked for respect, focused on his career and team without sharing details, while fans shared jokes about the rapid turn and advice on private proposals. Quirós, a recent addition to Xelajú, helped in the midfield that night as his club pushes mid-table in Liga Nacional Clausura.

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Derrickson Quirós dropped to one knee on the pitch after his team's 4-2 win, ring in hand, as fans cheered his girlfriend's yes. Just days later, he shared on Instagram that the engagement was over.

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Sheffield United beat Sheffield Wednesday 2-1 on February 22 despite playing with 10 men, confirming the Owls' drop to League One—the earliest in English Football League history—after 18 points deducted for financial issues left them on minus-seven points from 33 games. Wilder spent nearly six minutes praising Pedersen, who took over amid chaos last July with departing stars, injuries, and weak loans, yet kept inspiring everyone from players to staff. He urged judgment on Pedersen next season with a proper squad, earning nods from fans, journalists, and even Michael Vaughan, though some rivals stayed skeptical.

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After sealing Sheffield Wednesday's relegation with a gritty derby win, Chris Wilder turned his presser into a heartfelt tribute to rival boss Henrik Pedersen.

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The total breaks down from his £73 million transfer from Dortmund, £250,000 weekly wages over five years, plus loan fees and wage contributions during spells back at Dortmund, at Chelsea, and now Aston Villa. After a fallout with manager Erik ten Hag led to exile and loans, Sancho has made 83 appearances for United with 12 goals and six assists—his highlight a curler against Liverpool in 2022. Now 25 and on loan at Villa since September 2025, he's ineligible to face United this weekend, while Dortmund eyes a potential free transfer as his contract expires June 30.

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Jadon Sancho arrived at Old Trafford amid huge hype in 2021, but four-and-a-half years later, United fans face a £138 million bill for a stint that delivered just 12 goals.

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Netflix premiered 'Harry Styles. One Night in Manchester' on March 8, capturing his one-off show at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena to debut tracks from his fourth album, 'Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.,' executive produced by Kid Harpoon. The phone-free concert let attendees dance freely, with Styles joking to the crowd, 'Have fun. And if you can’t have fun, try and fake it. You might end up on Netflix!' Fans and stars like Margot Robbie gave it rave reviews, praising the high-energy disco-pop setlist in his hometown region, now streaming worldwide.

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Harry Styles took the Co-op Live Arena stage in a blue sweatshirt and mustard pants, flipping off the crowd playfully mid-song while fans cheered without a single phone in sight.

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Gardaí arrested American Michael Kelley, 53, early Tuesday at his Tralee home for questioning over the murder of 56-year-old sheep and cattle farmer Michael Gaine, whose body parts were found in a slurry tank on his 1,000-acre Kerry farm in May 2025. Kelley, a former US Army soldier who lived and worked on Gaine's property, was first detained days after the discovery but released without charge; this time, new circumstantial evidence prompted the move after a senior review. Gaine vanished on March 20, 2025, last seen buying phone credit in Kenmare, and his family has shared their heartbreak, with his wife noting how out of character his disappearance was. Questioning continues, with no charges filed yet.

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Nearly a year after farmer Michael Gaine's dismembered remains turned up on his own land, gardaí have a suspect back in custody—hoping new evidence brings the answers his grieving family craves.

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Shamrock Rovers beat Derry City 1-0 on Friday, thanks to Watts' 81st-minute penalty after Brennan drew a foul. Jack Byrne controlled midfield to earn man-of-the-match, while Rovers dominated possession in Bradley's 445th game, passing Paddy Coad's long-standing record. Derry struggled on the road, dropping to fifth with seven points from five games as Rovers climbed into the top half on the same from four.

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With five minutes left in a tense Tallaght showdown, teenager Adam Brennan surged forward and won a penalty that changed everything. Dylan Watts stayed cool and slotted it home, securing a record-breaking night for manager Stephen Bradley.

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The leaders covered Ireland's upcoming EU presidency from July to December, focusing on economic resilience, energy security amid rising oil prices from U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, and a planned electricity interconnector between their countries. Sánchez criticized the strikes as a violation of international law, while Martin pushed for de-escalation, including support for a two-state solution and recalling their joint recognition of Palestine in May 2024. The talks highlighted growing bilateral ties ahead of Martin's St. Patrick's Day meeting with Trump in Washington.

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In Madrid's La Moncloa Palace, Micheál Martin and Pedro Sánchez sat down for an hour to tackle energy shocks and calls for peace in the Middle East.

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Donegal secured a hard-fought four-point win over rivals Armagh at BOX-IT Athletic Grounds, improving to four wins from four in Allianz NFL Division 1 and pulling clear at the top. Armagh fought back strongly in the second half but faltered late with a saved penalty, missed free, and a wide, despite strong scoring from Rory Grugan and Oisin O'Neill. Jason McGee earned man-of-the-match for his starring role, while manager Jim McGuinness's side showcased gritty defense amid snowy flurries. Armagh's Kieran McGeeney blamed wasteful shooting for the loss, leaving them winless in their relegation battle.

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In a packed stadium under chilly skies, Donegal's Conor O'Donnell rifled home the game's lone goal just before halftime, tilting the fierce rivalry in their favor.

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The High Court sentenced Martina Burke and her daughter Ammi, a trained solicitor, to two weeks in prison each for contempt after they interrupted a February 20 hearing for jailed teacher Enoch Burke. Justice Brian Cregan described their behavior as indefensible, driven by a faith-based ideology that ignores court orders, and referred Ammi's actions to the Law Society. The ruling stems from Enoch's ongoing legal battles over refusing to use a student's preferred pronouns at Wilson's Hospital School, where he's spent over 600 days in prison for repeated contempt. The judge plans to bar family members from future in-person hearings amid their history of disruptions.

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Shouts and refusals to leave turned a Dublin courtroom into chaos, prompting a judge to call it a 'family circus' that's gone on too long.

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Cork secured a 1-23 to 1-21 win over Meath, their fourth straight victory in Allianz Football League Division 2, despite captain Ian Maguire's straight red card late on. Chris Óg Jones led with 1-4, including a first-half goal, while 17 different scorers contributed in a high-tempo battle; Luke Fahy blocked a last-gasp Meath goal chance to seal it. The result puts Cork top of the table on eight points, two ahead of Derry and Meath, as they chase promotion ahead of a trip to Kildare.

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With 13 minutes left and down to 14 men, Cork's Rebels dug in deep as Meath mounted a furious comeback before the Páirc Uí Rinn crowd.

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