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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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Old footage from 2018 or 2019 depicts CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', interrogating rival Adolfo Mendoza Valencia, alias 'El Michoacano' of the Santa Rosa de Lima Cartel, in Guanajuato, Mexico. The video shows the interrogation following a police seizure of El Michoacano's drugs and retaliatory civilian killings by his group. El Michoacano was executed afterward with his body hung from a highway overpass, and the video has resurfaced amid reports of El Mencho's death and CJNG tensions.

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Nigerian worship leader Dunsin Oyekan launched 'Amen (Live)' at midnight on January 1, featuring Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God. The nine-minute song blends bold declarations from Numbers 6 and Ephesians 3:20 with Adeboye's heartfelt prayer for promotion, protection, prosperity, and greatness over listeners' lives. Fans are streaming it widely on Spotify and Apple Music, calling it prophetic and perfect for the new year, with a music video set for YouTube later today.

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Pastor Adeboye wondered if his part was good enough, and Dunsin Oyekan assured him, 'Daddy, even if you coughed in it, it’s a blessing already.' That warm exchange sets the tone for their powerful new worship track.

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Seo Eunkwang of BTOB and WOODZ performed the song 'CINEMA' together. The collaboration is featured on WOODZ's album Greatest Moment and presented in SBS News as 'Slide Strum Mute' The Movie. Content including Instagram reels and behind-the-scenes photos has been shared.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney joined the beaming athletes in Team Canada gear for a heartfelt video call, joking about his lawn bowling trophy while celebrating their win—Canada’s second long-track speed skating gold at Milano Cortina 2026. Maltais added bronze in the women’s 1500m on February 20, her third medal, while Brendan Mackay grabbed bronze in men’s freeski halfpipe, joining his fiancée Rachel Karker on the podium. Canada’s 17 medals, including five golds, keep them competitive behind Norway and the U.S. as the Games near their February 22 close.

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Ivanie Blondin, Valérie Maltais, and Isabelle Weidemann powered through Milan’s Mediolanum Forum on February 17, repeating their Beijing 2022 gold in a thrilling women’s team pursuit.

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Manchester City secured a gritty 2-1 win over Newcastle on Saturday, with teenager Nico O'Reilly scoring twice early to close the gap to leaders Arsenal to two points. New £64 million signing Antoine Semenyo worked hard, covering ground and creating chances, but blazed shots wide—including one into a building site—and made poor decisions, drawing sharp fan criticism online. Despite five goals in nine games this season, his finishing woes fueled frustration, though some called for patience as City gear up for Leeds.

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Nico O'Reilly's brace had Manchester City fans dreaming of the title, but Antoine Semenyo's missed chances turned cheers to groans at the Etihad.

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The expansive headquarters centralizes Tanzania's Ministry of Defence, National Service, and Army operations for the first time since 1964, fully funded by the government at about $120 million and built by local engineers. President Hassan called it a symbol of national maturity and self-reliance, boosting strategic coordination amid modern threats. General Jacob Mkunda praised it as a step toward regional leadership in security infrastructure, with future phases to add housing and more facilities.

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President Samia Suluhu Hassan fired a starting pistol into the air, handed over keys, and raised the national flag at the new complex in Kikombo near Dodoma.

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Samir Sobha, president of the Mauritius Football Association and CAF Executive Committee member, told The Guardian that Senegal's players should have received yellow cards for leaving the field during a crucial VAR penalty, halting play for 15 minutes. Senegal still won 1-0 on Pape Gueye's extra-time goal on January 18 in Rabat, securing their second AFCON title after Édouard Mendy saved the spot kick. Sobha stressed the result stands but called for accountability, while also criticizing CAF's general secretary for an illegal term extension. Sanctions followed, including bans for coaches and captains plus hefty fines, though Morocco rejected theirs.

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In a candid interview, a top CAF official admitted Morocco's national team was robbed in the Africa Cup of Nations final, pleading for forgiveness over broken rules.

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The legislation would raise sentences from one to five years to five to 10 years, plus fines of 2 million to 10 million CFA francs—about $3,300 to $16,500—and explicitly define same-sex acts as offenses under Article 319 of the Penal Code. Sonko, who became prime minister after PASTEF's 2024 election win, presented it Monday amid recent arrests of at least a dozen men and demands from religious groups in the Muslim-majority nation. Human rights advocates like those at Human Rights Watch express concern it will heighten stigma and violence, while reactions online highlight poverty priorities and sarcasm over its impact.

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In Senegal's National Assembly, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko laid out a bill to toughen penalties for same-sex relations, fulfilling a key promise from his party's rise to power.

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Gazetted on February 16, 2026, the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill extends parliamentary and presidential terms from five to seven years, delaying the next election to 2030 and shifting the presidential pick to parliamentarians needing a majority vote. Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi calls it constructive reforms for stability, while supporters like MP Temba Mliswa point to ZANU-PF's parliamentary strength; critics argue it breaches term-limit rules under section 328 and past court views, with figures like Nelson Chamisa labeling it an assault on the people's will. A 90-day public consultation now runs until mid-May, amid planned protests, petitions for a referendum, and potential court fights.

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Zimbabwe's government just published a bill to stretch President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term until 2030, replacing direct elections with a parliamentary vote—a move that's ignited fierce backlash from critics.

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A graphic highlights Barcelona's Fermín López with 10 goals and 12 assists in 29 appearances, Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes with 6 goals and 13 assists in 24 games, and Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers with 10 goals and 7 assists across 35 outings. Fans debate the context: López shines without penalties in a stacked Barça squad, Fernandes excels in chance creation amid United's struggles, and Rogers provides versatility for Villa's European push. These mid-season stats across all competitions underscore their elite contributions as the season heads into the run-in.

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Three attacking midfielders are delivering standout numbers in the 2025/26 season, fueling lively fan debates on form and context.

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Banyana Banyana secured a 2-0 win over Angola on Saturday, with Moodaly-Salgado scoring in the 12th minute after a run from Isabella Ludwig, and substitute Nonhlanhla Mthandi sealing it in the 79th off a corner rebound. The victory gives them six points from two Group A games, topping the standings and needing just a draw against Lesotho to reach the Hollywoodbets COSAFA Women's Championship 2025 semifinals. Coach Desiree Ellis mixed youth like captain Daniella Magagula with experience, keeping a second straight clean sheet amid Angola's second-half push.

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Gabriela Moodaly-Salgado rifled home the opener on a dream return from injury, setting the tone as fans roared at packed Seshego Stadium.

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Kavanagh was stood down by PGMOL after missing Tammy Abraham's offside goal, waving off a potential red card for Lucas Digne, and oddly awarding a free-kick outside the box for a handball inside it during Newcastle's 3-1 victory on February 14. Newcastle's Eddie Howe called them honest mistakes in a fast game, while Villa's Unai Emery and pundit Alan Shearer were far harsher. He returns for Manchester United's key top-four clash with relegation-threatened Crystal Palace on Sunday, assisted by Dan Cook and Ian Hussin, with Tony Harrington on VAR—prompting grumbles from United fans recalling his past red card to Bruno Fernandes.

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Chris Kavanagh steps back into the Premier League spotlight at Old Trafford, just two weeks after a string of glaring mistakes in Newcastle's FA Cup win over Villa left managers fuming.

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Shehu Dikko met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to discuss the AFCON verdict escalated to FIFA and sports contribution to Nigeria's GDP, and presented a special Super Eagles jersey in appreciation of the president's support for sports development. President Tinubu approved the constitution of the board for Nigeria's anti-doping agency.

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A popular post challenged fans to start two, bench one, and sell one from those iconic wingers, sparking lively choices like starting Robben and Neymar while benching Bale and shipping out Salah for his consistency over flair. Liverpool fans got their own version pitting ex-Reds Daniel Sturridge and Roberto Firmino against new €80 million signing Hugo Ekitike, who's already scoring dozens and winning over Anfield. Debates highlight nostalgia for Robben's cut-ins, Bale's Champions League peaks, Neymar's magic, Firmino's link-up play, and Sturridge's finishing, all against Ekitike's raw promise in Arne Slot's system.

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Imagine picking your dream wing lineup from prime Arjen Robben, Mohamed Salah, Gareth Bale, and Neymar—then benching and selling one. Fans dove right in, with Salah often catching the most flak.

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Social media users are debating the meaning of the Nigerian slang phrase 'your life don Simi,' popularized by influencer RUTH (@it_Rutie), and comparing it to 'your life don Ruth.' The phrase implies a pitiful or unfortunate life, with humorous variations including 'your life don fufu' and 'your life don JOGODO.' The discussion mixes humor, insults, and references to fufu business and low-paying gigs.

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The 28-year-old joined from Atalanta for €35 million in January and quickly delivered: a goal and assist against Real Betis and Barcelona, a strike in the wild 3-3 first-leg draw with Club Brugge, and a diving header versus Espanyol. Fans celebrated with memes of a fake Lookman statue outside the stadium, while Nigerians cheered his form since his Europa League hat-trick. Simeone benched him despite the hot streak, citing defensive needs; at the 39th minute, it's 1-1 on the night with the aggregate tied 4-4, and a win means facing Tottenham or Liverpool next.

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Ademola Lookman arrived at Atlético Madrid with a bang, scoring four goals and assisting two in just six games. Yet on this Champions League knockout night, the Nigerian sits on the bench as his team fights to advance.

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In the UEFA Champions League knockout playoff first leg Tuesday, Galatasaray trailed at halftime but erupted for five goals, including two assisted by on-loan striker Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian forward forced three turnovers that led directly to goals and pressured Juve's defense into a red card, leaving them with 10 men. Fans praised his work rate as a 'pressing iron,' highlighting his six goals and two assists this campaign despite his post-match frustration at not scoring himself. The win gives Gala a strong edge before the Feb. 25 return leg in Turin.

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Victor Osimhen didn't score, but his non-stop pressing tore Juventus apart, sparking a 5-2 comeback win for Galatasaray in Istanbul.

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Bukayo Saka opened the scoring early with a header from Martinelli's lay-off, and Piero Hincapie made it 2-0 soon after halftime, but Hugo Bueno pulled one back and debutant Tom Edozie leveled in the 90+4th minute via Riccardo Calafiori's own goal. Martinelli assisted the opener and had chances, yet drew ire for heavy touches, poor passes, and no further impact, with fans calling his play stagnant and lacking killer instinct. The draw cuts Arsenal's lead over Manchester City to five points ahead of the North London derby, as Declan Rice showed his fury by ripping off his shirt at full time.

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Arsenal raced to a 2-0 lead at Molineux, only for a second-half meltdown to hand Wolves a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time. Fans turned their frustration squarely on Gabriel Martinelli's shaky display.

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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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The APC National Working Committee suspended congresses at the state, local government, and ward levels in Abia and Adamawa States due to ongoing consultations.

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Carton accused James of ducking Victor Wembanyama and the surging Spurs three times this season while healthy, demanding NBA commissioner Adam Silver suspend him for not carrying Michael Jordan's torch. James, sidelined by left foot arthritis in his 23rd season, has now missed 18 games—dropping him below the 65-game threshold and ending his 21-year All-NBA streak. Fans pushed back hard, citing James' age and load management's role in playoff prep, while dismissing Carton's long-running criticism amid his own past legal troubles.

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After the Spurs crushed the Lakers 136-108 without LeBron James in the lineup, radio host Craig Carton erupted, labeling the 41-year-old star a coward for skipping the matchup.

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Ghene, an Arsenal fan, tweeted during the 2025-26 title race that Kepa Arrizabalaga winning the Premier League would leave De Gea with little to show, despite Kepa's Champions League medals but no domestic title yet. Manchester United supporters swarmed the replies, pointing out De Gea's 2013 Premier League win under Sir Alex Ferguson, plus FA Cup, Europa League, and Golden Gloves. Arsenal lead the table with 56 points from 25 games, nine clear of City, as Kepa serves as backup to David Raya on a £5m deal.

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An Arsenal supporter cheekily posted that Kepa just needs one Premier League win to outshine David de Gea. United fans quickly fired back with trophy photos from 2013.

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The 20-year-old French prospect Leny Yoro and 19-year-old academy star Ayden Heaven, who've formed a close friendship, held voluntary sessions away from the team to sharpen their game. They're challenging veterans Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez for spots under new coach Michael Carrick, who has kept United unbeaten in five matches since taking over in January. Fans love their drive, with many calling them the club's centre-back duo for the next decade as the team returns to training ahead of Premier League action.

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Under Dubai's floodlights with the Burj Khalifa towering behind, Manchester United's young defenders Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven stretched and trained together during the winter break.

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The February 17 post by @_perfectmips drew over 5,000 likes but sparked replies highlighting 'Jesús' as hugely popular in Mexico, Venezuela, Colombia, and Spain due to Catholic roots. Users shared stories of Mexican uncles, Peruvian grandmas, U.S. landscapers named Jesus, and even Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus. The exchange showed cultural differences: many English speakers view 'Jesus' as too sacred, while Latino traditions embrace it, and Muslims revere Jesus as prophet Isa. It turned into a reminder of Christianity's global diversity and the need for cultural context online.

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A post asked why Christians skip naming kids 'Jesus' like Muslims do 'Muhammad.' Replies from Latin America quickly shared that 'Jesús' is a everyday name there, with over 1.4 million in Mexico alone.

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Multiple X users posted PrizePicks 'Taco Tuesday' betting slips focused on soccer props, particularly Victor Osimhen over 1.5 shots and Bryan Cain over 18.5 PRA. Discussions debated the reliability of these bets, with some fading Osimhen's prop due to prior misses on his under while others highlighted his high shot volume in Champions League play. Users requested slips in 3-man power or 6-flex formats.

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Geordie Josh celebrated Palace's UEFA Conference League stumble, pointing out they turned down Newcastle's offers up to £65m for captain Guehi, only to sell him for £20m to Manchester City this January. Palace fans fired back, noting that keeping him helped deliver their record 53-point Premier League season and first-ever FA Cup win in 2024/25. Now struggling in 13th place with one win in 15 games, manager Oliver Glasner faces fan anger and possible early exit amid the rivalry banter.

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A Newcastle supporter couldn't hide his glee after Crystal Palace's frustrating 1-1 draw with Zrinjski Mostar, blaming their old chairman for rejecting a £60m bid for Marc Guehi back in 2024.

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Senate Democrats halted a House-passed funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security on February 24, entering the shutdown's third week, as they demand reforms to curb what they call ICE's overly aggressive street tactics. Leaders like Chuck Schumer reposted footage of confrontations, declaring 'This is not America,' while Reps. Eric Swalwell and Seth Moulton called for abolishing ICE altogether. Republicans defend the operations as targeting criminals like rapists and murderers, criticizing the shutdown for furloughing 260,000 DHS workers including border patrol.

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A video of masked ICE agents clashing with people on city streets became the flashpoint for Democrats' stand against funding the agency amid a government shutdown.

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A picture showing the Edo State Governor greeting FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has gone viral on Nigerian social media. The image prompted widespread online debate about political hierarchy, dignity, and influencers accepting paid gigs.

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The 23-year-old winger, signed from Chelsea for £48.5 million last summer, faced a fan petition with over 4,000 signatures urging the club to scrap the deal. After modest early returns of two goals in 17 Premier League games, his Champions League form exploded with three goals in four matches, adding pace and threat alongside Bukayo Saka. Fans now hail his fit in Mikel Arteta's system as Arsenal top the Premier League by seven points, though rivals mock bold claims putting him ahead of legends like Riyad Mahrez.

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Noni Madueke slotted home Arsenal's opener against Wigan just 11 minutes in, his third goal in six games capping a stunning turnaround from early fan backlash.

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