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On February 17, TXT's Yeonjun posted Weverse updates from pure puppy mayhem, with his Toy Poodle mix Peanut in a floral red dress playfully barking nose-to-nose with visiting Bichon Frise Titi. After Titi left, he lounged on his bed with Peanut munching a snack, gushing over her endless cuteness in mirror selfies and close-up cuddles. These glimpses into his dog-loving world, complete with playful outfits and relaxed vibes, brought fans pure joy amid the group's packed schedule.

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Yeonjun's home turned into a fluffy playground when family pup Titi visited Peanut, sparking tail-wagging fun and heart-melting selfies.

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During Bahrain pre-season testing, four-time champion Max Verstappen criticized the 2026 regulations for demanding too much energy management, making races less fun and preventing flat-out driving. Lando Norris, the 2025 title winner with McLaren, shot back that drivers like Verstappen, who earn huge paychecks, shouldn't complain and can quit if they want. George Russell agreed, while one unnamed driver confided to a podcast that Verstappen voiced widespread frustrations many keep quiet to avoid clashing with F1's push for the new rules. Early tests also highlighted turbo lag and start issues, with teams calling for fixes ahead of the new era.

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Max Verstappen climbed out of Red Bull's new 2026 car after three days of testing and didn't hold back: the heavily revised machines feel more like 'Formula E on steroids' than proper F1 racing.

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President Trump stated during his State of the Union address that gas prices are below $2.30 per gallon in most states and as low as $1.85 per gallon in Iowa, with some places at $1.99.

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Bitcoin's value fell below $90,000 this week, causing widespread concern among retail investors on social media platforms. In contrast, El Salvador purchased 1,090 BTC for about $100 million on November 18, raising its reserves to 7,474 BTC despite International Monetary Fund restrictions tied to a loan agreement. The United Arab Emirates expanded its Bitcoin exposure through state-linked funds and mining operations totaling over $1.2 billion, while Luxembourg allocated €7.45 million to Bitcoin ETFs and the Czech National Bank initiated a $1 million test portfolio including Bitcoin on October 30. These developments indicate increasing national adoption of Bitcoin as a reserve asset.

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As Bitcoin crashes below $90,000 igniting retail panic on X, four nations—El Salvador, UAE, Luxembourg, and Czech Republic—boldly increase their holdings.

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During his State of the Union address, US President Donald Trump stated that Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said 35 million people would have died if not for Trump's involvement in averting a nuclear war between India and Pakistan during Operation Sindoor in May 2025. Social media posts misinterpreted the quote as Trump claiming the Pakistani Prime Minister himself would have died without his intervention, sparking debates and fact-checks about punctuation and context. The US Embassy in Islamabad clarified the transcript, emphasizing the parenthetical attribution to the Pakistani Prime Minister's statement.

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Bad Bunny wrapped his DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS World Tour dates at Allianz Parque on February 21 with a surprise 'Te Boté Remix' closer, drawing massive crowds to his breakthrough shows in Brazil. Fresh from their historic Carnival performance with Pabllo Vittar, Lily and Bae stole the spotlight front and center, captured in videos lip-syncing and hyping the energy in skimpy black outfits. Lily later shared her own reel from the green-lit stands, her platinum hair flying, as fans celebrated the K-pop and Latin pop crossover that capped NMIXX's unforgettable Brazil trip.

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Amid pulsing lights and roaring fans, NMIXX's Lily and Bae jumped into the pit at Bad Bunny's sold-out São Paulo concert, screaming lyrics and waving arms in perfect sync with the crowd.

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Starting Thursday, Carney will visit Mumbai, New Delhi, Sydney, Canberra, and Tokyo with ministers and premiers to boost trade, energy, tech, AI, and defence amid U.S. tariffs. Edmonton MP Matt Jeneroux, who switched from Conservatives to Liberals last week, joins as a special advisor, prompting outrage from critics like James Bezan who call it 'payback' and a taxpayer perk for a 'traitor.' Carney's office frames the mission as a plan to double non-U.S. exports over the next decade, while Conservatives accuse him of neglecting U.S. trade deals.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney heads out on a nine-day trip to strengthen ties with India, Australia, and Japan, but the invite for a recent Conservative defector has Conservatives fuming.

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The 32-year-old defender, absent from England duty for nearly 18 months, earns praise for his aerial strength and clutch performances like headers in the 2018 World Cup. Tuchel recently put Maguire back in the picture alongside teammates after United's form surge, as rivals like Levi Colwill and John Stones battle fitness issues. While Marc Guehi and Ezri Konsa lead predictions, Maguire's experience could shine in set-piece heavy tournament games, with supporters dreaming of a redemption arc.

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Harry Maguire has been a defensive rock for Manchester United, playing full 90 minutes in five of their last six Premier League wins. Fans see him anchoring England's backline under Thomas Tuchel.

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In the clip, Buttigieg questioned Trump's approach to immigration and costs, prompting conservatives like Paul A. Szypula to call him a liar and cite Bureau of Labor Statistics data showing real wages up 1.2% under Trump from January 2025 to January 2026—a reversal from Biden-era declines of about 1.4%. Critics mocked Buttigieg's past tenure amid issues like the East Palestine derailment and Baltimore bridge collapse, while some Democrats reaffirmed their support for him as a 2020 favorite and potential future VP. The exchange underscores ongoing partisan splits on the economy as Trump highlighted gains from tariffs and deregulation in his speech to Congress.

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From an airport lounge, former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg released a 49-second video critiquing Trump's immigration and economic policies right before the State of the Union address.

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Williams, who died at 84, founded the St Helen’s Balconiers supporters' group in 1972 to back opener Alan Jones, turning it into a key fundraiser that improved facilities, funded awards, and organized iconic Daffodil Cricket Tours to grounds like Lord's and Old Trafford. He was heartbroken when first-class cricket ended at St Helen’s around 2019, yet stayed active, receiving a Special Recognition Award from Glamorgan in September 2025. Tributes from figures like Jack Russell and Phil Steele celebrate his unwavering passion, with the club noting his impact will never be forgotten.

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John Williams rang the bell at Old Trafford last summer, his old school tie shining as fans cheered the man who'd kept Glamorgan's spirit alive in Swansea for decades.

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DeeDee posted the clip Thursday evening asking if the woman is 'thick' or 'fat,' sparking thousands of likes and replies that praise her hourglass curves as peak appeal or criticize them as unfit. Fans gush over the 'best recoil' while gym enthusiasts say consistent workouts change attractions, and one commenter claims ownership, upset about no tag. The debate mixes body preferences, dating pursuit—like DeeDee's follow-up that 'if a woman wants you, she’ll get you'—and even consent concerns over filming.

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A 7-second video shows a curvy woman strutting confidently across a gas station lot in tight zebra-print pants, her walk drawing eyes to every rhythmic step.

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Andrew Neil questioned claims of the highest possible trade barriers with the EU in his X posts, noting tariff-free and quota-free trade while highlighting regulatory borders, mutual recognition of standards, and conformity assessments. Users debated whether these barriers result from the UK's exit from the single market or punitive EU actions. Examples cited include UFI requirements for chemical formulas accessible only to EU entities.

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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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In Friday's WWE SmackDown from Dallas, a wild 10-man tag saw MFT champions—Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, and JC Mateo—defeat Carmelo Hayes, Dragunov, Matt Cardona, Apollo Crews, and Shinsuke Nakamura. Loa's stone-faced tanking of Dragunov's strikes became the night's funniest highlight, sparking fan memes and laughs worldwide. Amid the frenzy, Hayes nailed a live promo securing his Elimination Chamber spot, Crews pushed for a U.S. Title shot, and qualifiers like Cody Rhodes advanced, building hype for more MFT dominance.

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Ilja Dragunov unleashed his signature chops, the ones that once shredded Gunther's chest. Tonga Loa just stood there, unflinching, turning the powerhouse moment into pure comedy.

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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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