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Social media posts criticize Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez for his associations with leaders from Iran, Brazil's Lula, and Venezuela's Maduro. Discussions highlight his alleged corruption, alliances with extremist parties financed by Iran, China, and Venezuela, and pro-Iran stance amid regional tensions.

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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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On February 18, Edmonton Riverbend MP Matt Jeneroux left Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives to sit with the Liberals, bringing their seat count closer to the 172 needed for a majority in the 343-seat House. He follows Nova Scotia's Chris d’Entremont in November and Ontario's Michael Ma in December, who cited policy differences and constituent feedback. Conservatives decry the moves as disloyal without by-elections, while Liberal allies see moderates fleeing Poilievre's rigid leadership amid economic pressures like inflation and housing woes.

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Matt Jeneroux sat down with his family and constituents before making the call to cross the floor. Now, he's the third Conservative to join Prime Minister Mark Carney's team since November.

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In a February 20 ruling, the Court struck down tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act since early 2025, but Bessent called it a win for affirming Trump's authority under other laws like Section 122 of the Trade Act. Trump quickly responded by signing an executive order for a 10% global tariff, soon raised to 15%. Bessent's interview mixed policy talk with sharp jabs at figures like Olympic skier Eileen Gu, George Soros, and California Governor Gavin Newsom, drawing cheers from conservatives and pushback from Democrats like Sen. Elizabeth Warren.

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Hours after the Supreme Court blocked President Trump's emergency tariff powers, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent went on Fox News with a no-holds-barred defense of the policy.

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The Independent Schools Council reports 25,000 pupils left private schools from July 2024 to September 2025—eight times the government's forecast for shifts to state education. Campaigners say this will cost taxpayers £215 million yearly for new places, plus £68 million in lost VAT revenue, while over 100 independent schools have closed since the 20% VAT on fees started in January 2025. Families with special educational needs face fierce competition for spots amid a broader SEND crisis, prompting Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson to announce fee caps on independent special schools averaging £63,000 per child and push for more mainstream inclusion.

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Over 25,000 families pulled their children from independent schools in just 15 months, far exceeding government predictions and sparking worries about state school strain.

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The interruption hit around 10 a.m. local time Saturday amid Iran's ballistic missile retaliation against Israel and U.S. preemptive strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and leadership targets. Gainzy, known for his high-energy shows sponsored by Infinex and Pyth Network, stayed calm, later reopening his stream while awaiting food delivery as more alerts sounded. Followers mixed jokes about his unflappable smile with prayers for safety, while Israelis sheltered amid Iron Dome intercepts and no confirmed casualties.

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Gainzy was pumping Solana meme coins in Tel Aviv when rocket sirens suddenly blared, forcing him to flash a fist pump, note the incoming threat, and sign off mid-stream.

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Posted on February 25, the image contrasts ornate historical architecture with today's plain designs, drawing over 56,000 likes and hundreds of replies. Responses blame modernist ideas from Adolf Loos's 1908 essay calling ornament wasteful, post-war rebuilding needs, and costs, while others praise minimalism's calm efficiency. A growing backlash includes a 2025 U.S. order for classical federal buildings and calls for architectural revival.

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A stunning photo of a grand atrium with marble staircases and painted ceilings prompted a simple question: Who decided minimalism was better?

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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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During Manchester United's gritty 1-1 draw at West Ham, Martínez's ice-cold composure in his own box—nutmegging Bowen under pressure—drew widespread praise and fueled comparisons to Arsenal's William Saliba. A podcast head-to-head favored Martínez for aggression, vision, and clutch play, while stats show Saliba's edge in minutes played, pass completion, and defensive duels amid Arsenal's league-best backline. Fans split along rivalry lines, with United supporters hailing his progressive passes and aerial wins despite his height, as Arsenal backers point to reliability and injury concerns.

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With West Ham pressing hard in stoppage time, Lisandro Martínez spotted danger, nutmegged Jarrod Bowen with a feint, and launched Manchester United's counter for a vital 1-1 draw.

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Ivan Romeo of Movistar Team won Stage 2 of the 72nd Vuelta a Andalucía (Ruta del Sol) with a 70-km breakaway attack, finishing ahead of Andreas Leknessund while the peloton trailed by 54 seconds. Romeo secured all leader's jerseys, including the general classification lead previously held by Christophe Laporte.

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Dutch club Feyenoord relocated their training to their base in Tubize, Belgium, approximately 137km from Rotterdam, to allow new signing Raheem Sterling to gel with his teammates as quickly as possible. Coach Robin van Persie confirmed the decision.

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EFF leader Nkululeko Dunga filed a formal complaint against ActionSA councillor Xolani Khumalo in Ekurhuleni for breach of privilege and contempt. The complaint follows Khumalo's court appearance on assault and firearm charges, which Dunga claims threatens the council's integrity.

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Garry Clement, former Chief of Cobourg Police Service, published an op-ed titled 'From Floor Crossings to Foreign Influence, Canada Faces a Crisis of Integrity.' The op-ed argues that public officials treating their mandates as personal assets undermines democratic legitimacy. It highlights recent political developments including rapid floor-crossings by elected officials and concerns over foreign influence.

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In a video posted on February 27, the boy laments the heavy workload at what looks like a private school like Crawford, contrasting it with U.S. multiple-choice tests. South Africans responded with pride in their CAPS curriculum's demands for deep recall and written answers, sharing stories of thriving abroad like one who tutored math in a U.S. engineering program. While top students excel globally, challenges persist with low TIMSS rankings and public school inequalities, yet the clip offers validation amid the system's tough reputation.

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An American boy calls his dad from a South African classroom, stunned by pages of homework and tests without multiple-choice options. His bewildered voice captures the culture shock perfectly.

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The Independent Schools Council reports 25,000 pupils left private schools from July 2024 to September 2025—eight times the government's forecast for shifts to state education. Campaigners say this will cost taxpayers £215 million yearly for new places, plus £68 million in lost VAT revenue, while over 100 independent schools have closed since the 20% VAT on fees started in January 2025. Families with special educational needs face fierce competition for spots amid a broader SEND crisis, prompting Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson to announce fee caps on independent special schools averaging £63,000 per child and push for more mainstream inclusion.

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Over 25,000 families pulled their children from independent schools in just 15 months, far exceeding government predictions and sparking worries about state school strain.

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Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, the 50-something DR Congo superfan known as Lumumba, signed a 100 million Congolese franc deal (about $44,000 USD) to become the face of TECNO's CAMON 50 smartphone. His iconic motionless pose during the Leopards' AFCON 2025 games in Morocco made him a national hero and social media star, earning emotional fan farewells. At the signing, he grinned alongside cheering staff, holding the phone box, while most praised his principled rise—though a few questioned profiting from the independence leader's image. This follows his appointment as national sports brand ambassador, complete with a luxury SUV.

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Lumumba stood frozen with a raised fist through every tense match, channeling Patrice Lumumba's spirit—and now that dedication has led to a life-changing payday.

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In a clip from *Uthando Nes'thembu* season 9, MaKhumalo gives a house tour highlighting her independent style, including framed portraits of herself and stepdaughter Mpilo, but lacking images of polygamous businessman Musa. Viewers split between calling it self-centered or celebrating it as self-love, with some joking she's 'standing on business' and others noting Musa appears in a few shots. The discussion reflects her fierce independence, as she's credited with buying and renovating the home herself amid family property talks.

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Thobile 'MaKhumalo' Mseleku proudly shows off her renovated Umzumbe home, filled with oversized photos of herself and family—but no sign of husband Musa Mseleku on the walls.

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Sundowns, second with 35 points from 16 games, need a win over fifth-placed AmaZulu (30 points from 17) to leapfrog leaders Pirates and tighten their title hold. The Brazilians fielded stars like captain Ronwen Williams, Teboho Mokoena, and young Siyabonga Ntsabeleng up front, while AmaZulu set up in a 3-4-3 at home. Twenty minutes in, it's 0-0 after even early exchanges, with Sundowns unbeaten in seven straight against Usuthu including five clean-sheet wins.

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Under the lights at Moses Mabhida Stadium, Mamelodi Sundowns lined up like a Bafana Bafana dream team, ready to snatch the top spot from Orlando Pirates.

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