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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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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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TikTok creator Jasmin Christian spent 130 hours crafting the 180-pound plush, commissioned by Waterpark Simulator developers as a thank-you after a smaller version went viral. CaseOh's wide-eyed shock during the live stream reveal had fans buzzing, with him joking about its creepy unblinking stare from across the room. Christian now sells mini patterns online and eyes a Guinness World Record for the largest crocheted plushie.

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CaseOh pulled off the tarp in his gaming setup, revealing a 7-foot-tall crochet version of himself lounging on a giant duck floatie—sunglasses, headphones, and all.

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The Bluff, her R-rated action film released February 25 on Prime Video, hit No. 1 globally and topped charts in 28 countries like the US, UK, and Brazil. Chopra Jonas plays Ercell, a former pirate whose quiet life shatters when Karl Urban's menacing captain leads a brutal raid, sparking intense sword fights and watery showdowns. Fans praise her fierce stunts and maternal fire—drawn from bringing daughter Malti to set—while critics note solid 67-76% scores for bloody fun amid a predictable plot, with audiences averaging 76%.

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas steps into 19th-century pirate boots as a mother fighting back against ruthless raiders, and audiences worldwide are hooked.

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During a recent Variety and CNN town hall at the University of Texas at Austin, Chalamet shared the story from the 2014 sci-fi epic where he played teenage Tom Cooper to McConaughey's astronaut dad. McConaughey owned up with a Texas twist: 'In Texas, it's a coming of age, baby.' Now Chalamet sees it as a rite of passage on his favorite project, praising McConaughey's standout performance amid the film's prestige cast and $700 million success.

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Timothée Chalamet stepped into his trailer bathroom on his last day filming Interstellar, only to face a huge turd left by Matthew McConaughey. He felt disrespected at first, marching to director Christopher Nolan—who grinned and pointed right at his co-star.

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The strip, posted on X on Tuesday, depicts a protagonist in a dungeon finding faded yellow highlights on objects, contrasting modern chunky graphics with subtle 90s-era cues. It quickly garnered over 37,000 likes and 800,000 views, sparking discussions on player guidance, immersion, and accessibility in remakes like Resident Evil 4. Defenders argue yellow paint aids casual players in high-fidelity worlds, while critics prefer intuitive designs like lighting or landmarks over what they call lazy visual aids.

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Artist Adam Ellis dropped a biting four-panel comic that flips the script on gamers griping about yellow paint in video game remakes.

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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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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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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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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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Known as 'L'Imperatore' during his peak at Inter Milan from 2004 to 2006, Adriano scored 74 goals in 177 appearances, helping win four Serie A titles, two Coppa Italia trophies, and three Supercoppa Italiana honors. Legends like Zlatan Ibrahimović, who called him 'a different animal nobody could stop,' Paolo Maldini, and Ronaldo Nazário praised his raw power and skill, with Javier Zanetti comparing him to a mix of Ronaldo and Zlatan. His career faced heartbreak after his father's 2004 death and injuries like a 2011 ruptured Achilles, leading to a quiet end, yet clubs like Inter and Flamengo honor him on his birthday, and he recently reunited with Roberto Baggio at San Siro.

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From terrorizing defenses with his thunderous left foot to battling personal demons, Adriano's journey captures football's highs and lows. Today, at 44, fans everywhere share memories of the Brazilian striker's explosive prime.

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On February 27, 2026, Muslims are posting Quran snapshots, recitations, and checklists to recite the 18th chapter of the Quran, known for its stories of faith like the sleepers of the Cave and Moses's trials. This tradition comes from a hadith by Prophet Muhammad where reciting it on Fridays brings spiritual light, forgiveness, and protection. Videos of soothing recitations and calls to arrive early at the mosque fill threads, creating a shared sense of worship as Ramadan builds.

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With Ramadan's second Friday here, heartfelt posts remind everyone to recite Surah Al-Kahf before prayers, promising a light from one Friday to the next.

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Opposition CHP lawmakers tried to block Akın Gürlek's swearing-in as Justice Minister during a session in Ankara, leading to a wild brawl with shoving and punches. They argued his appointment broke the constitution since he hadn't resigned as prosecutor first; he still took the oath alongside new Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi after a brief adjournment. Gürlek's past probes into CHP leaders like jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu fueled the outrage, spotlighting Turkey's raw political divides.

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Lawmakers in suits traded shoves and punches near the podium, all to stop a new Justice Minister from taking office. One opposition member even ended up with a bloody nose.

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Teko Modise recently questioned if 21-year-old Mofokeng shines only against weaker teams like Magesi FC, prompting Pirates fans to counter with clips of his cup final winner against Sundowns, goals versus Chiefs, and CAF Champions League standouts against Al Ahly. Supporters highlight Mofokeng's trophies—including three MTN8 titles and two Nedbank Cups—outpacing Modise's early Pirates years. The debate escalated as rivals compared him to ex-Bafana winger Simphiwe Tshabalala, whose rare second-tier call-up to the 2006 AFCON drew cheers from Chiefs and Sundowns fans, though critics dismissed the matchup in today's stronger PSL.

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Young Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng faces questions from legend Teko Modise about his big-game grit, igniting a passionate fan showdown over past and present talents.

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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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