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Syria's Interior Ministry confirmed a large breakout last month after Syrian Democratic Forces withdrew ahead of government arrival on January 20, finding 138 breaches in the perimeter fence and far fewer than the reported 23,500 residents. The SDF countered by accusing Damascus factions of attacks that forced their exit, claiming government forces then released families under ministry watch. U.S. Central Command saw no escapes beforehand, while estimates put those who fled at 15,000 to 20,000, now scattering across the region as the now-nearly-empty camp highlights tensions in post-Assad Syria.

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Thousands of ISIS-linked families slipped away from Syria's Al-Hol camp amid a chaotic handover between Kurdish forces and government troops.

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Posts on X discuss fears and theories that Israel will pursue the denuclearization of Pakistan following its actions against Iran, as Pakistan is the only other Islamic country with nuclear weapons. Users debate Pakistan's alliances with the US and Israel, infiltration risks in its institutions, and protections from China and India. Counterarguments highlight Pakistan's strategic importance to the US and nukes aimed at India rather than Israel.

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Palantir CEO Alex Karp emphasized the duty of American companies to support the US military, stating Palantir is the first call in conflicts involving western allies and highlighting its agnostic stance on large language models. At a conference, Karp and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei discussed AI as an American revolution amid debates on AI use in military contexts and Anthropic's restrictions on Pentagon access. Discussions referenced Pentagon use of contract language for military AI without congressional laws.

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Speaking Tuesday before his State of the Union, Trump said Iran wants a deal more than he does but avoids the 'magic words': 'We won't build nuclear weapons.' Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi countered that Iran will never develop a nuclear weapon while defending its right to peaceful nuclear technology. The back-and-forth comes as indirect U.S.-Iran talks resume Thursday in Geneva amid U.S. military buildup in the Middle East and demands for zero enrichment and inspections.

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At a White House lunch with journalists, President Trump revealed Iran's push for a nuclear deal but reluctance to voice the key pledge against weapons.

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The DJ Snake-featured song from Jungkook's 2023 album GOLDEN has hit No. 1 on both Worldwide and European iTunes charts—the first for an Asian solo artist in 2026 as a non-title track. Fans boosted it to the top in 27 countries like Argentina, Brazil, and Germany, amid support following his candid Weverse live on February 26 where he shared frustrations about idol life. Other GOLDEN tracks like 'Still With You' and 'Standing Next to You' also climbed, pushing the album to No. 11 worldwide after 441 charting days.

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Two years after its release, Jungkook's B-side track is back at No. 1 on Worldwide iTunes, powered by fans who turned recent buzz into a chart surge.

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The high school senior from Titusville, Florida, died on November 8, 2025, aboard the Carnival Horizon from mechanical asphyxia, likely a chokehold, during a Caribbean family trip. Her father confirmed the stepbrother's arrest this week, though details are sealed due to his juvenile status, and he was released to a guardian after a Miami court hearing. Anna's parents expressed deep grief and frustration over the pretrial release, vowing to honor her memory by speaking out for justice. No drugs, alcohol, or sexual assault were involved, and the FBI led the international waters investigation.

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Anna Kepner, a vibrant 18-year-old cheerleader, was found lifeless under a bed on a family cruise, wrapped in a blanket and hidden by life preservers. Now, months later, her 16-year-old stepbrother faces charges in her death.

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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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David Raya spilled a routine cross, leading to a deflection and Tom Edozie's equalizer in a mix-up with Gabriel Magalhaes and Riccardo Calafiori. Still top with 58 points from 27 games, five ahead of Manchester City, Arsenal have now dropped points in three of their last five league matches after leading. Fans highlighted a compilation of 24 low-xG goals conceded since last season, questioning Raya's shot-stopping despite his league-leading 13 clean sheets and Arsenal's stingiest defense. Supporters split on his 6-foot frame versus taller keepers, while others call the goals unlucky flukes.

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Arsenal cruised to a 2-0 lead at struggling Wolves, only for a late goalkeeper blunder to hand them a frustrating 2-2 draw on February 18.

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The Pentagon asked Anthropic to remove restrictions in Claude AI that block uses like autonomous weapons and mass surveillance, but CEO Dario Amodei refused, facing a Friday deadline under the Defense Production Act. Luckey of Anduril and Karp of Palantir insist tech firms shouldn't dictate national security by withholding tools, with Luckey calling refusals a 'corporatocracy.' A heated exchange erupted when political scientist Matthew Parent criticized Luckey, prompting Luckey to highlight Anduril's drone supplies to Ukraine and defend democratic decision-making. The clash highlights a divide in Silicon Valley over military AI contracts amid no congressional rules.

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Old videos of defense tech CEOs Palmer Luckey and Alex Karp argue Silicon Valley shouldn't block AI tools from the military. The clips resurfaced as Anthropic defies a Pentagon demand to lift safeguards on its Claude AI.

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On Stick to Football this week, Martínez pushed back on criticism of Fernandes, saying captaining United through recent chaos has been incredibly tough at every level. He highlighted Fernandes' intelligence, emotional drive, and joy in assists over goals, even backing a recent tactical shift to play him deeper. With United on a six-game unbeaten run fueled by Fernandes' late chances created, Martínez likened him to Kevin De Bruyne and predicted a managerial future. Fans loved every word of the glowing tribute.

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Portugal coach Roberto Martínez lit up a podcast praising Bruno Fernandes for never hiding during Manchester United's toughest moments. He called the captain a true leader with unshakable mentality.

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The Indian Youth Congress shared a post featuring a shirtless image of Mahatma Gandhi with the caption 'A clear and simple reminder.' BJP leader Amit Malviya condemned the post as comparing Congress supporters to Gandhi and denigrating his legacy. Numerous users criticized and mocked the post for disrespecting Gandhi.

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During NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell shared that playing alongside LeBron James in Cleveland would feel special, especially as a longtime fan of the 41-year-old Lakers forward. He made the comments on SiriusXM NBA Radio amid rumors of James possibly returning home in free agency this summer after a strong season averaging 22 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 7.1 assists. Mitchell stressed his priority remains winning a championship with the 34-21 Cavaliers, led by himself, new addition James Harden, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen. Former Cavs GM David Griffin added fuel, saying he'd be surprised if James doesn't return to Northeast Ohio.

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Donovan Mitchell lit up talking about LeBron James as a teammate, calling it a dream for any fan. Yet he quickly turned focus back to chasing a ring with his current Cavaliers crew.

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The Texas Republican, serving since January 2025, introduced the Somalia Immigration Moratorium Act on February 4, seeking to block all visas from Somalia for 25 years except for specific exceptions like U.S. green card holders. He cited high welfare use among Minnesota's Somali community—81% of households—and recent fraud scandals costing billions. Supporters praised it as common sense for border security, while critics called it xenophobic and pointed to his Indian-born father-in-law.

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Congressman Brandon Gill shared a stark warning on immigration, arguing that mass arrivals from unassimilable cultures spell national suicide for America.

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Peter Cardwell and former Labour MP Chris Williamson engaged in a heated debate on TalkTV about European countries boycotting the Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's inclusion. Williamson argued that no state has a right to exist, described Zionism as a racist and genocidal ideology, and refused to condemn Hamas as a terrorist organization, citing the right to armed resistance under international law for occupied peoples. Cardwell ended the interview abruptly after challenging Williamson's views on Israel's existence and Hamas.

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