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A protester holding yellow and black signs at a pro-Palestine rally was interviewed and expressed a preference for living under the Iranian regime compared to Israel or the US. The protester acknowledged Iran as a theocracy but described Israel and the US as worse.

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RTVE Chair José Pablo López responded sharply to reports of ORF Director General Roland Weißmann's meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, denying any contact from ORF and accusing it of politicizing the Vienna-hosted Eurovision 2026. Spain, along with Ireland, Iceland, the Netherlands, and Slovenia, has vowed to boycott if Israel participates, citing humanitarian concerns over the Gaza war. ORF is pushing for new participation rules ahead of an EBU vote in December to address these boycotts and ensure a full lineup for the May 2026 contest.

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Spain's RTVE Chair ignites a trans-European feud by slamming Austria's ORF for meeting Israel's president amid boycott threats.

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Two 18-year-old Palestinians from Hebron and Beit Omar rammed their vehicle into Israelis at the Gush Etzion junction south of Jerusalem on Tuesday, then stabbed victims, killing 71-year-old Aharon Cohen and wounding a man, a boy, and a woman. Israeli security forces killed both attackers on site. Cohen, a Kiryat Arba resident and father of six, was remembered by neighbors as a kind community pillar during his funeral that evening.

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A vehicle slammed into a crowd at Gush Etzion junction, followed by knives flashing in a deadly ambush that claimed an innocent life.

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User Saiarav's piece 'Stalin’s economy — Dravida Model or Dravida Maya?' compares Tamil Nadu's performance since 2019-20 against peers and national averages, finding lags in GST collections (84% vs. 114% peers), electricity sales (21% vs. 31% national), and other consumption metrics despite strong manufacturing and exports. Critics counter with SGST data showing alignment with states like Karnataka and Gujarat, noting GST limitations and time lags for investments to boost spending. The debate highlights tensions between headline GDP gains from big projects and broader economic indicators as Tamil Nadu aims for a trillion-dollar economy.

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A sharp breakdown on X challenges Tamil Nadu's glowing 11.2% GSDP growth, pointing to weaker trends in GST, electricity, and vehicle sales.

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SB19 will headline both days of the fifth Aurora Music Festival on May 2-3 at Clark Global City, sharing the stage each night with IV OF SPADES and acts like Sarah Geronimo, Ben&Ben, Sexbomb Girls, Parokya ni Edgar, and Kamikazee. Tickets range from 1,000 PHP for Gold to 5,000 PHP for Platinum, available via ticket.epiceventsph.com or SM Tickets. The group also shared desert-themed concept photos and a cryptic teaser hinting at a new track called 'VISA,' building excitement for their April 18 'Wakas at Simula: The Trilogy Concert Finale' at SMDC Festival Grounds after their 'SAWKO' album hit 5 million streams.

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SB19 fans lit up with joy when the Aurora Music Festival lineup dropped, placing their favorites at the top of two massive nights packed with OPM stars.

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Tesla released mobile app version 4.51.0 this week, featuring dynamic live weather visualizations on the home screen for Powerwall, solar, and Wall Connector users. The display shows personalized conditions like rain, wind, snow, and time-of-day sun positions to provide context for energy usage and generation. Additional updates include in-app gifting, Hebrew localization, and Apollo GraphQL for faster performance; the iOS version launched November 18 with Android expected soon.

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Imagine your Tesla app's home screen mirroring real-time skies, from swirling clouds to starry nights, perfectly tracking your local sun.

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Users on X debated whether recent clashes between the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (Taliban) and Islamic Republic of Pakistan during Ramadan should be attributed to religion, citing Quran 2:217. Counterarguments highlighted the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war between predominantly Christian nations without similar religious blame. The discussion distinguished theocratic Islamic states from secular or non-theocratic Christian-majority countries.

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On Thursday, Jackson Hinkle's X post labeling Taiwan a 'fake country' under China drew sharp rebuttals and support, spotlighting Taiwan's limited diplomatic recognition by only 12 UN members and the Holy See amid the unresolved Chinese Civil War. Taiwan governs 23 million people democratically, holds multiparty elections, maintains a 215,000-strong military, and receives U.S. arms support, including a recent $330 million package. Public opinion strongly favors the status quo or independence, with over 80% rejecting China's 'one country, two systems' model, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.

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Influencer Jackson Hinkle declared Taiwan a 'fake country' that belongs to China, igniting a heated online clash viewed over 65,000 times. The post amplified longstanding tensions between China's unification claims and Taiwan's 76 years of independent self-governance.

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SB19 will headline both days of the fifth Aurora Music Festival on May 2-3 at Clark Global City, sharing the stage each night with IV OF SPADES and acts like Sarah Geronimo, Ben&Ben, Sexbomb Girls, Parokya ni Edgar, and Kamikazee. Tickets range from 1,000 PHP for Gold to 5,000 PHP for Platinum, available via ticket.epiceventsph.com or SM Tickets. The group also shared desert-themed concept photos and a cryptic teaser hinting at a new track called 'VISA,' building excitement for their April 18 'Wakas at Simula: The Trilogy Concert Finale' at SMDC Festival Grounds after their 'SAWKO' album hit 5 million streams.

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SB19 fans lit up with joy when the Aurora Music Festival lineup dropped, placing their favorites at the top of two massive nights packed with OPM stars.

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Fans discuss clips of former Manchester United commentator Paddy Crerand exhibiting extreme bias, such as immediately affirming contact on United players. They reminisce about controversial refereeing decisions and perceived favoritism towards Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson. Rival fans highlight hypocrisy in United supporters' complaints about current decisions given their historical benefits.

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Nigerian actor Nkubi, who has dwarfism, and his wife Vivian opened up in a Pulse Nigeria interview about their love languages: she craves romantic gestures like flowers, while he focuses on acts of service such as caring for their young child Sorom. A February 26 post by Wendy Enendu mocked Vivian for 'settling for less' with Nkubi, prompting backlash as many accused it of body-shaming and ableism, with replies stressing that disabled people deserve the same grace as anyone. Defenders said it targeted his dismissive attitude, not his stature, revealing tensions around disability stigma, marriage expectations, and how Nigerians critique flaws in relationships.

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In a clip from their interview, Vivian shared her longing for flowers and dates, only for husband Nkubi to highlight his childcare efforts—sparking a post that drew fierce criticism for ableism.

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The Taha Association in Melbourne hosted an 80-minute online-streamed ceremony on Sunday, where speakers praised Khamenei for faith, justice, and Muslim unity. The $670,000 pledge, made by Labor MP Julian Hill during the 2025 election to upgrade facilities for faith activities, classes, and mental health support, is now under review by Multicultural Affairs Minister Anne Aly after her department learned of the event. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the memorials inappropriate, while opposition leaders demanded the funding be halted; no funds have been released yet, and police found no legal issues.

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A Melbourne Shia group held a public vigil honoring Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in a US-Israeli airstrike, prompting a swift government review of their promised taxpayer-funded grant.

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No. 4 Mississippi State (11-1) faces No. 10 Southern Miss at 6 p.m. CT on ESPN+, a resume-builder in a matchup where MSU leads 14-8 since 2011. The slate bursts with ranked clashes like No. 16 Coastal Carolina at No. 14 NC State, No. 18 Oregon State at No. 17 Oregon, and others across ESPN+ and SEC streams. Fans call it the deepest midweek yet, amid Week 3 polls ranking UCLA No. 1 and LSU No. 2.

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Mississippi State rides into Hattiesburg for a top-10 showdown with Southern Miss, where fans are packing Pete Taylor Park for this heated in-state rivalry.

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The 6-foot-2 combo guard from De La Salle Zobel, fresh off his UAAP Season 87 high school MVP award with averages of 20.1 points, 11.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 1.1 steals, chose Ateneo for Season 89. He joins Grade 11 point guard Mark Esperanza, a Gilas standout averaging 20.3 points last season, plus holdovers like Jay-M Leal and Jared Bahay. After a 6-8 Season 88, Alas vowed to help rebuild the Eagles to their winning ways under Baldwin's guard-heavy vision.

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Eighteen-year-old Kieffer Alas turned down U.S. Division I offers to join Ateneo, drawn by Coach Tab Baldwin's personal visits and a chance to play under his dad Louie.

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Roland Gunn's post compared New Zealand's past progressive policies under Jacinda Ardern—strict COVID lockdowns, gun bans, and Māori co-governance—to Oregon's issues, sparking over 1,500 likes and lively replies. Defenders pointed to the current center-right government under Christopher Luxon, the only other Anglosphere leader besides Donald Trump leaning right, while others nominated Canada or Australia instead. The back-and-forth comes ahead of New Zealand's November 7 election, amid economic pressures and debates over homelessness policies.

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An American called New Zealand 'politically deranged, like if Oregon was independent,' praising its landscapes but slamming its politics. Kiwis and others jumped in with concessions, defenses, and counter-jabs.

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The Grammy-winning R&B star arrived at OR Tambo International Airport on Thursday, mobbed by excited supporters before heading to headline 'Soulful Night' on February 28 at Durban ICC Arena. He'll share the stage with South African artist Sjava, starting at 3 p.m. after R&B and Afro-soul DJs warm up the crowd—tickets from R750 to R2,950 via Computicket only. With 80% of seats sold and VIP meet-and-greets in high demand, Hamilton teased on Instagram that Durban feels like home, promising hits like 'Pray For Me' and an after-party to keep the vibes going.

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Anthony Hamilton stepped off the plane in Johannesburg, green cap and denim jacket on, as fans cheered his name and chanted lyrics from 'Charlene.' It's the kind of airport welcome that sets the tone for a big night ahead.

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Two 18-year-old Palestinians from Hebron and Beit Omar rammed their vehicle into Israelis at the Gush Etzion junction south of Jerusalem on Tuesday, then stabbed victims, killing 71-year-old Aharon Cohen and wounding a man, a boy, and a woman. Israeli security forces killed both attackers on site. Cohen, a Kiryat Arba resident and father of six, was remembered by neighbors as a kind community pillar during his funeral that evening.

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The Green Party secured its first parliamentary by-election victory as Spencer beat Reform UK into second and Labour's Angeliki Stogia into third, marking a 27.5-point swing against Labour since the 2024 general election. The result followed Labour MP Andrew Gwynne's resignation amid a suspension for offensive messages and health issues, with turnout at 47.6 percent. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called it a 'deeply disappointing' mid-term protest vote, defended his government's progress on inflation and NHS waits, and criticized the Greens' policies, while polls show his net favourability at minus 47.

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Hannah Spencer celebrated a stunning upset on February 26, taking 40.7 percent of the vote in a Greater Manchester seat Labour once dominated with over 50 percent.

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Brian Healy scored first in the fourth minute, followed by Luke Conlan's header, before Crusaders pulled one back through Adam Brooks. Micheal Glynn restored the lead early in the second half, with Scot Rough briefly narrowing the gap to 3-2 until Harry Wilson's stunning 25-yard curler and Josh Kelly's late header sealed a 5-2 win. Manager Jim Magilton praised his side's five goals and January signings despite defensive errors, while Crusaders' Declan Caddell rued repeated mistakes in their fifth straight loss. The victory boosts Cliftonville to seventh with 37 points, as fans filled historic Solitude under grey Belfast skies.

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Solitude rocked as Cliftonville burst into a 2-0 lead in just nine minutes, setting the tone for a wild 200th league clash against rivals Crusaders.

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New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters sharply rebuked his coalition partners on Monday for proposing state asset sales to tackle rising unemployment at 4.7%, record business insolvencies, and government debt at 42% of GDP. Peters advocated building value in state assets to drive growth and jobs, citing Singapore's model, while Prime Minister Christopher Luxon minimized the disagreement, focusing on spending cuts and tax relief in the 2025 Budget. Opposition leaders like Labour's Chris Hipkins and the Greens' Chlöe Swarbrick echoed concerns about privatization risks amid slow GDP growth of 0.2%.

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In a fiery RNZ interview, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters slammed his own government's asset sale push as a 'tawdry, silly argument'—a desperate bid to fix an economy reeling from 4.7% unemployment and soaring debt.

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