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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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SM Entertainment idols including NCT members Doyoung, Yuta, Haechan, Jungwoo, and aespa's Karina selected their favorite songs from SM's history. Doyoung chose Girls' Generation's 'Genie,' Haechan picked SHINee's 'Jojo,' Karina selected f(x)'s '4 Walls,' and Yuta opted for NCT 127's 'Kick It.'

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SM Entertainment idols including NCT members Doyoung, Yuta, Haechan, Jungwoo, and aespa's Karina selected their favorite songs from SM's history. Doyoung chose Girls' Generation's 'Genie,' Haechan picked SHINee's 'Jojo,' Karina selected f(x)'s '4 Walls,' and Yuta opted for NCT 127's 'Kick It.'

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The SHINee vocalist, real name Lee Jin-ki, announced his fifth EP 'TOUGH LOVE' for March 9 at 6 p.m. KST, sharing a full schedule via his Griffin Entertainment account. It starts with black-themed concept photos today, followed by pre-orders tomorrow, track list on Feb. 24, MV teasers in early March, a pop-up store March 8, and more previews ahead. Fans connect the pastel towel colors to his recent drinks and logo, while 'THE TIME WE LOVE' fuels romantic vibes—Onew's solo streak continues strong after hits like 'PERCENT' last July.

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Onew dropped a cheeky teaser on pink-and-green towels, like a wink to strawberry matcha fans love. Now he's leaning into dramatic black-hearted visuals that have everyone spotting clues everywhere.

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Dublin City Council released pre-planning designs for Grow College Green, turning 17,000 square meters of historic College Green into a greener pedestrian space west of the Luas tracks. The €80 million project bans private vehicles, adds landscaped areas, water features, seating, and cycle paths, while rerouting most of the 17 bus routes that currently clog the area. After two rounds of consultation and past rejections over bus concerns, officials aim for planning permission this summer and construction by late 2027. Public views range from excitement over the renders to doubts about bollards, clutter, and taxi impacts, with feedback open until March 11.

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Imagine strolling through a lush, traffic-free plaza right in front of Trinity College, with 75 new trees and flowing fountains replacing the daily bus rush.

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The Warriors (20-9, 16-2 MAAC) secured their first outright MAAC regular-season crown Sunday at home in North Andover, Massachusetts—their second year in the league after moving from the NEC. Kennedy led with 20 points, six rebounds, seven assists, and five steals in the instant classic, where Iona forced overtime with a buzzer basket before Merrimack clamped down to win. Coach Joe Gallo rebuilt the team after losing his entire starting five, earning the No. 1 seed and a tournament bye as they chase an NCAA bid on an eight-game streak.

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Freshman Kevair Kennedy dazzled with steals and scores as Merrimack rallied from late deficits to edge Iona 88-86 in double overtime.

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UFC Fight Night on March 21 now features 11-0 Portuguese striker Mario Pinto facing 9-1 bodybuilder Felipe Franco, who just signed with the promotion after a Contender Series loss. Parkin, a 10-1 English prospect, withdrew for an unreported reason, shifting the bout from a promised striker's duel. Pinto impressed with a second-round KO in his October debut, while skeptics question Franco's cardio after he gassed against lesser foes. Betting odds heavily favor Pinto at -2000, adding buzz to the stacked card headlined by Evloev vs. Murphy.

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A heavyweight slot at London's O2 Arena opened up fast when Mick Parkin pulled out, handing Brazilian newcomer Felipe Franco a tough debut against perfect-record Mario Pinto.

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Alden Coria won a unanimous decision victory, scored 30-27 across the judges, in his flyweight bout against Gurule at UFC Houston. The win marks Coria's second consecutive victory in the UFC.

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The SHINee vocalist, real name Lee Jin-ki, announced his fifth EP 'TOUGH LOVE' for March 9 at 6 p.m. KST, sharing a full schedule via his Griffin Entertainment account. It starts with black-themed concept photos today, followed by pre-orders tomorrow, track list on Feb. 24, MV teasers in early March, a pop-up store March 8, and more previews ahead. Fans connect the pastel towel colors to his recent drinks and logo, while 'THE TIME WE LOVE' fuels romantic vibes—Onew's solo streak continues strong after hits like 'PERCENT' last July.

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Michail Chkhikvishvili, leader of the Telegram-based Maniac Murder Cult from Tbilisi, Georgia, pleaded guilty in Brooklyn federal court to soliciting hate crimes and distributing instructions for making bombs and ricin. His plots targeted racial minorities and Jewish children, including a New Year's Eve attack with poisoned candy, and his 'Hater’s Handbook' manifesto has been linked to real-world shootings like the Antioch High School incident in Nashville. Arrested in Moldova in 2024 and extradited in May 2025, he faces up to 40 years in prison, with sentencing pending. Officials highlight the case as evidence of how online extremist propaganda drives offline terror.

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A 22-year-old Georgian extremist plotted to dress as Santa Claus and poison Jewish and minority children in New York with ricin-laced candy. Known as 'Commander Butcher,' he led the Maniac Murder Cult from Telegram, promoting violence to ignite racial war.

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