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During his 1-hour-48-minute State of the Union address—the longest on record—Trump declared a profound religious revival in America, especially among young people, crediting his friend Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA assassinated in September 2025. Trump called for unity under God in Kirk's memory, rejected political violence, and announced a national gathering on May 17 to rededicate the nation. Critics cited data like Gallup's report of declining religiosity to 49% importance in daily lives, while supporters celebrated the message of faith.

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Charlie Kirk's widow Erika sat in the House chamber as cheers of 'Charlie! Charlie!' filled the air, moments before President Trump hailed her late husband as a martyr sparking faith among youth.

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On November 18, X user Vivid Prowess posted a query to non-Israeli, non-Jewish followers asking their personal reasons for supporting Israel, paired with an Israeli flag image. The post garnered over 300,000 views, nearly 7,000 likes, and 3,600 replies by Thursday, featuring endorsements from figures like Brianna Wu citing strategic defense against radical ideologies and emotional ties to Jewish humanity. Responses highlighted shared values, democracy, biblical faith, historical duty, and personal stories, alongside sharp critiques amid polarized views on ongoing conflicts.

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What drives non-Israelis and non-Jews to back Israel? Vivid Prowess's viral X question exploded with 300,000 views and thousands of raw replies.

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Losar, marking the Tibetan Lunar New Year as the Year of the Fire Horse succeeding the Wood Snake Year, is celebrated with sacred prayers, rhythmic chants, masked dances, traditional Guozhuang dances, Muya folk songs, and horse racing in regions including Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Tawang, Dharamshala, Ganzi in Sichuan, and Xizang. Communities in monasteries and homes from Himachal Pradesh to Qinghai Province participate in rituals for spiritual renewal, family gatherings, and banishing evil spirits.

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President Trump remarked during a talk show or speech, 'We are winning so much, that we really don't know what to do about it. People are asking me, please, please, please Mr. President, we are winning too much, we can't take it anymore.' Vice President JD Vance and Speaker Johnson were observed laughing in the background.

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The parade returned after three years, featuring air shows and cultural performances to commemorate the 1878 unification of Qatar's tribes under Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani. Sheikh Tamim extended warm greetings for security and prosperity, while world leaders like UAE's Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Pakistan's Shehbaz Sharif sent messages praising strong ties and shared progress. The holiday, official since 2007, highlights Qatar National Vision 2030 amid fireworks and festivities across Doha.

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Crowds lined the Doha Corniche, waving maroon and white flags as military formations marched and aircraft soared overhead. His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani joined the celebration, honoring a legacy of unity and progress.

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Kidnapped from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023, Gilboa-Dalal described in a Channel 12 News interview how a captor dragged him from a shower, assaulted him despite protests invoking Islamic prohibitions, and silenced him with weapons. He emerged emaciated with potential permanent hearing loss from tunnels and homes, as one of the last living hostages freed in an October 13 exchange. His account is the second public testimony from a male survivor of sexual abuse, amid prior reports of systematic violence against hostages.

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Guy Gilboa-Dalal froze as his naked body was groped by a Hamas guard, who then pressed a knife to his neck and rifle to his head, threatening death if he spoke. The 25-year-old endured this assault after 738 days in Gaza captivity.

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NATO's Steadfast Dart 2026, the alliance's biggest exercise this year, brings 10,000 troops from 11 nations to Central Europe through mid-February, testing rapid deployment and teamwork. Turkey sent about 650 soldiers with 149 armored vehicles from its 66th Mechanized Infantry Brigade, arriving by the amphibious ship TCG Anadolu—a first for ground forces reaching Northern Europe by sea—plus airlifted support. NATO praised the smooth arrivals in harsh weather, while observers highlighted Turkey's rare self-reliant logistics as proof of its military strength and key alliance role.

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Turkish troops and vehicles rolled off the dock in snowy Emden, Germany, ready to join thousands of NATO allies in a massive show of unity and speed.

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World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz rallied from 2-5 down in the second set to beat Valentin Royer 6-2, 7-5, staying 9-0 this year. No. 2 Jannik Sinner defeated Alexei Popyrin 6-3, 7-5 in his Doha debut, extending his run of deep tournament results. Alcaraz faces Karen Khachanov next, Sinner meets Jakub Mensik, with a potential final between them ahead. Both shared fist-pump celebrations online after strong wins full of drop shots and venomous forehands.

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Carlos Alcaraz grinned at the net after his comeback, telling qualifier Valentin Royer, 'I'll wait for you, man!' Both top seeds kept their flawless starts alive in Doha.

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Forest sit 17th with 27 points from 26 games in the 2025-26 season, facing a potential summer clearout if relegated. United have joined interest in England international Gibbs-White, a versatile attacker on £150,000 a week with a release clause until 2028, while also targeting midfielder Anderson—who City and Chelsea watch as a possible Bernardo Silva successor. United's pursuit hinges on offloading high earners like Casemiro, Sancho, and Rashford under a new wage structure, with Champions League qualification key to funding moves. Fans see Gibbs-White as a potential Bruno Fernandes heir, though City supporters remain skeptical.

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Nottingham Forest cling to Premier League survival, just four points above the drop. That precarious spot has big clubs like Manchester United and City eyeing their stars Morgan Gibbs-White and Elliot Anderson.

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Kidnapped from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023, Gilboa-Dalal described in a Channel 12 News interview how a captor dragged him from a shower, assaulted him despite protests invoking Islamic prohibitions, and silenced him with weapons. He emerged emaciated with potential permanent hearing loss from tunnels and homes, as one of the last living hostages freed in an October 13 exchange. His account is the second public testimony from a male survivor of sexual abuse, amid prior reports of systematic violence against hostages.

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Guy Gilboa-Dalal froze as his naked body was groped by a Hamas guard, who then pressed a knife to his neck and rifle to his head, threatening death if he spoke. The 25-year-old endured this assault after 738 days in Gaza captivity.

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On February 16, 2001, at Fox's family ranch in San Cristóbal, Guanajuato, Mexico, Bush rejected the broccoli dish—a nod to his dad George H.W. Bush's famous 1990 ban on the vegetable from Air Force One. Fox's family business grew and exported broccoli from the ranch, making the gesture a playful clash during talks on trade, drugs, immigration, and energy. When reporters asked, Bush quipped, 'Make it cauliflower,' highlighting the Bush family's long-standing aversion. The 25-years-ago photo brought back waves of memes, nostalgia, and laughs over leaders' harmless quirks.

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George W. Bush scrunched his face and flashed a thumbs-down at a plate of broccoli from Mexican President Vicente Fox. The moment, captured during his first overseas trip, captured a president's kid-like quirk.

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The 26-year-old Ducati rider dominated Sunday's 22-lap Race 2 at Phillip Island, finishing ahead of Axel Bassani and Alvaro Bautista for his 23rd career victory and surpassing Marco Melandri's record. Chaos hit behind him with crashes like Yari Montella's late tumble handing Bautista his first podium at age 41 for Barni Ducati, while Tarran Mackenzie charged from 13th to fourth. In World Supersport, rookie Albert Arenas won from pole on slicks, with 19-year-old Indonesian Aldi Satya Mahendra stunning from dead last to second in his debut class podium. Bulega leads WorldSBK standings on 62 points, 20 clear of Bassani.

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Nicolo Bulega led every lap in pouring rain, sealing a perfect weekend hat-trick and etching his name as WorldSBK's top Italian ever.

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The 108-meter hybrid ferry, built in Yalova, Turkey, berthed at Inchgreen dock around 10 a.m. Sunday after a month-long journey that included rough Bay of Biscay weather and recovering a man from stormy seas off Morocco. First Minister John Swinney called it a welcome boost to the CalMac fleet, able to carry 450 passengers, 107 cars, or 14 HGVs on the vital Kennacraig-Islay route. It arrives amid debate over Scotland's ferry contracts going overseas due to local yard delays, with the ship set for trials before summer service.

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Fireboats arched water high as the MV Isle of Islay glided into Greenock, capping a 4,400-mile trip from Turkey marked by stormy seas and a daring rescue.

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