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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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The strikes targeted military sites and air defenses amid failed nuclear talks and anti-government protests, also killing Khamenei's family members. Iran retaliated with ballistic missiles on the USS Abraham Lincoln and Gulf targets, causing deaths in Israel, UAE, and Kuwait, while ongoing clashes disrupt oil flows and shipping. Russia and China condemned the attacks as murders and violations but provided no military support, citing no defense pacts and their own constraints like Russia's Ukraine war and China's economic priorities—prompting widespread online doubt about their alliances.

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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, died in U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Tehran on February 28, leaving his nation reeling from the shock.

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This Brazilian neo-noir thriller, set in 1977 Recife during military dictatorship and Carnival chaos, follows a widowed professor fleeing hitmen to reunite with his son amid dissidents and corruption. Directed by Cannes winner Kleber Mendonça Filho, it boasts a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score and nominations for Best Picture, Best International Feature, Best Actor for Moura, and Best Casting. Fans praise its novel-like script, vibrant '70s evocation, massive ensemble including Udo Kier's final role, and timely critique of authoritarianism, as the March 15 Oscars approach.

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Film critic Zoë Rose Bryant emerged 'speechless' from The Secret Agent, hailing Wagner Moura's lead turn as a miracle that could crown it 2025's best film.

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As Ramadan hits its second week, people in places like Nigeria and Lagos bond over the tight Sahur window, often ending around 5:44 a.m. before Fajr prayer. Posts like LERRY's warn of the dangers of napping afterward, with stories of oversleeping until 7 a.m. or missing the meal amid fatigue from late Taraweeh prayers. While some swap tips like building stamina with shorter fasts, the laughs reveal how shared mishaps strengthen community during these demanding days.

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Waking at 3:30 a.m. for Sahur, many Muslims grab a quick pre-dawn meal—then that tempting nap turns into a full-blown fast-day disaster.

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Pundits like BBC 5 Live labeled Arsenal's set-piece reliance 'boring,' but data shows their 38% of goals from dead balls ranks fifth in the league, behind Crystal Palace at 50% and Newcastle at 49%. Arsenal lead in raw set-piece tallies yet rank second in open-play goals, reflecting a league-wide rise where set pieces make up 27.5% of all goals this season amid tighter defenses. Mikel Arteta joked he's upset they haven't scored even more from routines, while a Ghana analyst's breakdown highlighted their balanced attack, earning praise over some UK takes.

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Arsenal scraped a gritty 2-1 win over Chelsea on March 1, with headers from Jurriën Timber and William Saliba off corners sealing the points and extending their lead to five.

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Frank McCormick, a former teacher and constitutional conservative, posted on X early Thursday asking if people enjoy Christmas aesthetics like lights, music, and decorations. Over 50 Jewish respondents largely expressed delight in the holiday's vibe and mood-boosting elements amid winter, noting cultural participation such as eating Chinese food on Christmas or decorating neighbors' trees. Many highlighted the irony that iconic songs like 'White Christmas' and 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' were written by Jewish composers including Irving Berlin and Johnny Marks. While a minority opts out, the thread with over 4,000 views reflects American pluralism and shared seasonal goodwill transcending faith.

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A simple question on X about enjoying the Christmas season sparked dozens of positive replies from Jewish users, who praised its twinkling lights, festive music, and communal joy without embracing its religious core.

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Real Madrid fans are worried that a yellow card for Vinicius Jr. in the first leg against Manchester City could lead to suspensions for him, Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham, and Rodrygo in the second leg at Etihad Stadium due to accumulated bookings. Discussions highlight the team's defensive vulnerabilities and past heavy defeats against City. Some fans suggest Manchester City players like Bernardo Silva provoke Vinicius into earning a card.

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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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A penalty was awarded and a red card issued to Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Max Kilman following a challenge by Aston Villa's Ian Maatsen. Video footage shows Maatsen holding Kilman for several seconds prior to the incident.

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The 27-year-old Uruguayan has reached 12 assists across competitions in 2025/26—his career high—after nine in La Liga and Champions League alone. His surge follows Xabi Alonso's January sacking and Álvaro Arbeloa's promotion, with Valverde thriving in versatile roles from right wing to right-back. Fans now compare his tally favorably to Barcelona's Pedri, hailing the midfielder as a key asset in Madrid's trophy push.

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Federico Valverde delivered two assists in Real Madrid's tense Champions League win over Benfica, silencing early doubters with his sharp playmaking.

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Atletico Madrid crushed Club Brugge 4-1 at the Metropolitano on Tuesday, securing a 7-4 aggregate win to advance to the Champions League last 16. Alexander Sorloth starred with a hat-trick in the 23rd, 76th, and 87th minutes, while Johnny Cardoso blasted in the fourth just after halftime. Ademola Lookman, subbed on early in the second half, assisted the key second goal after his January move from Atalanta, where he's already notched four goals and three assists in seven games. Diego Simeone praised Lookman's offensive flair, and with Sorloth's 15th goal of the season, Atletico heads into the knockout stage with real momentum.

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Marcos Llorente sprinted the length of the pitch and tackled his own boss Diego Simeone to the turf in wild celebration. The stadium erupted in laughter as Atletico's family spirit shone through.

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Abdulganiyu Vinod Obasa, Agege's young Executive Chairman, distributed 3kg free gas refills to 4,000 residents across seven wards on Saturday, responding to prices of ₦950-₦1,500 per kg amid Nigeria's fuel crisis. While crowds turned out eagerly and Obasa highlighted it alongside grants, food subsidies, skills training, and infrastructure fixes, detractors like Theo Abu Agada slammed it as unsustainable handouts unfit for someone with UK degrees. Supporters pointed to drone footage of renovated roads and schools, as the program reflects tensions between immediate relief and long-term solutions in empowered local governments.

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Long lines formed in Agege as residents grabbed free cooking gas refills, a direct hit against soaring prices—but critics called it short-term showmanship.

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On March 1 in Ndume Village, Masvingo Province, CID Homicide detectives Bernard Chindeke, 38, and McKenzie Chitowe, 42, died in a shootout with 50-year-old Daniel Munyanyi while pursuing armed robbery suspects. Police released Munyanyi's photo in a red Manchester United jersey and his ID details, prompting public tips that located him hiding in Nyika Area, Bikita. Officers recovered the firearm, and ZRP Commissioner Paul Nyathi thanked the community for their help, noting the quick action brings some closure to the officers' families and colleagues.

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Two Harare detectives lost their lives tracking robbery suspects, but community tips led to a swift arrest the next day.

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Atlético Madrid took a quick 2-0 advantage through Pablo Javier Álvarez in the 8th minute and Ademola Lookman's first Champions League goal for the club at 45+4. Brugge fought back with Onyedika's strike in the 51st, Nicolò Tresoldi's equalizer soon after, an own goal off Marcos Llorente's cross, and Christos Tzolis' late tap-in at 89 minutes. Lookman, fresh from Atalanta, notched three goals and two assists in five games, while Onyedika added a goal and assist for the Nigerian duo shining bright. The result leaves Atlético's defense vulnerable ahead of next week's second leg in Madrid.

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Atlético surged to a 2-0 lead, only for Brugge to storm back in a second-half frenzy that ended all square. Ademola Lookman's debut goal and Raphael Onyedika's midfield mastery turned the night electric.

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Arsenal crushed Tottenham 4-1 in the North London Derby, with Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyökeres each scoring twice to stretch their Premier League lead to five points over Manchester City at 58 points from 27 games. The spotlight fell on 19-year-old academy product Myles Lewis-Skelly, whose surging runs in a viral highlight clip led fans to hype him as this generation's Messi equivalent—though rivals dismissed it as post-win delusion. The London-born left-back boasts an 83% dribble success rate and tops defenders in progressive carries, adding punch to Arsenal's attack amid their title push.

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Myles Lewis-Skelly charged through midfields like a force of nature in Arsenal's derby rout, prompting one fan to boldly claim he matches Messi's ball-carrying flair.

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The 25-year-old Nigerian striker, on loan at Werder Bremen from Bayer Leverkusen, underwent cartilage repair surgery in early January and is now grinding through intensive rehab at Leverkusen's facilities. He's sharing selfies from Biodex sessions to rebuild quad strength, light drills over hurdles, and gym work, all while joking about his routine of rehab, sleep, and gaming streams. Fans and the club are rallying behind him with messages like 'C’mon fighter' and 'Admin trusts the comeback,' as he eyes a mid-May return at the earliest. His resilience shines through past knee troubles, fueling hope for his role in Leverkusen's title push and Nigeria's internationals.

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Just over five weeks after knee surgery, Victor Boniface is back on the pitch, balancing on high-tech machines and jogging straights under cloudy skies at BayArena.

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