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The resolution, backed by groups such as Children's Health Defense and Brownstone Institute, calls the 2020-2023 pandemic response the longest suspension of U.S. civil liberties in history. It pushes for declarations of public health emergencies to last no more than 30 days without legislative approval and protections for bodily autonomy and free speech. By late afternoon on launch day, over 10,500 people had signed at covidjustice.org, with supporters like Jeffrey A. Tucker hailing it as a clear stand against what they see as wrong, unscientific measures. Critics from public health circles maintain those steps saved lives, while no senators have endorsed it yet.

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A coalition of health freedom advocates just rolled out a petition demanding the Senate reject COVID-era policies like mandates and closures, vowing never to repeat them.

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Groups of Argentine teenagers identify as therians, feeling a deep mental or spiritual connection to animals like dogs or seals, and gather weekly in parks for playful meetups. Unlike furries with costumes at conventions, therians like 15-year-old Aguara, who counts her age in dog years, see it as core to their identity amid over 2 million TikTok posts. Psychologist Débora Pedace calls it usually harmless symbolic play, though critics online dismiss it harshly while supporters celebrate the sense of belonging.

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In sunny Buenos Aires plazas, teens slip on wolf masks and tails, then bound on all fours, howling and climbing trees like their animal spirits.

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A video from northern Nigeria shows Tambuwal, held by bandits since around August 2025, describing his suffering after his family couldn't pay the ransom. The clip, shared widely early Friday, highlights the banditry crisis in states like Sokoto, where groups kidnap for ransom despite a federal ban, fueling outrage over government inaction. Critics call for a state of emergency amid thousands killed and displaced, with no official response yet as his condition worsens.

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Kasimu Wali Tambuwal squats shirtless in a forest, his body frail from six months of torture and starvation, begging in Hausa for rescue as his vision fades.

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Rumors swirled around U.S. skater Ilia Malinin dating South Korea's Hae-in Lee and dancing closely with retired champion Gracie Gold at a Milan club after men's singles on February 13. Gold's ex, retired Canadian skater Nam Nguyen, posted accusations on February 24 from a linked account, claiming she cheated by dancing inappropriately with Malinin. Nguyen apologized publicly on February 26 via @namnamnoodle, taking full responsibility for his immature posts and urging fans to leave Gold alone after her past mental health struggles. Malinin, Gold, and Lee have stayed silent as the skating community digests the off-ice tension.

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Amid Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic triumphs, whispers of romance turned into public accusations, pulling Ilia Malinin, Hae-in Lee, and Gracie Gold into the spotlight.

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The Bank of Botswana launched the commemorative note last year for its 50th anniversary, featuring 22-year-old Tebogo's 200m gold from the 2024 Paris Olympics and the relay team's silver—Botswana's first Olympic medals. That inspired South Africans to call for a limited R100 note honoring DJ Black Coffee, the Grammy-winning house music star who's elevated the nation's sound globally through Coachella sets and philanthropy. While supporters praise his cultural impact, critics argue athletes like Springboks captain Siya Kolisi better represent national glory on currency currently featuring Nelson Mandela.

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Botswana put Olympic gold medalist Letsile Tebogo's face on its 50 Pula note, turning everyday cash into a daily dose of national pride for kids and fans alike.

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A video from northern Nigeria shows Tambuwal, held by bandits since around August 2025, describing his suffering after his family couldn't pay the ransom. The clip, shared widely early Friday, highlights the banditry crisis in states like Sokoto, where groups kidnap for ransom despite a federal ban, fueling outrage over government inaction. Critics call for a state of emergency amid thousands killed and displaced, with no official response yet as his condition worsens.

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Kasimu Wali Tambuwal squats shirtless in a forest, his body frail from six months of torture and starvation, begging in Hausa for rescue as his vision fades.

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The emotional video, resurfaced on Monday, exploded after a U.S. influencer's complaints about unfriendly South Africans during her visit. Nigerians, Ghanaians, and others responded with shock, dark humor, and jabs at perceived hypocrisy toward Western visitors. Some South Africans defended her grief over her son's alleged death from drugs sold by a foreigner, while critics rejected excusing broad hatred against fellow Africans. The clip highlights South Africa's tensions over immigration, crime, and economic woes amid calls for Pan-African unity.

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Tears streaming down her face, a South African woman poured out her raw hatred for foreigners from her community, using slurs like 'kwerekwere' aimed at Black African immigrants.

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Neo Officiall, owner of NEO Electronics, shared a screenshot of a Gmail notification revealing customer Vivian Chidimma's order for an HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation priced at NGN 979,800 to mock feminists on X. The post, intended to demonstrate anonymous purchases via the NEO Store website powered by Flutterwave, sparked widespread criticism for breaching customer privacy and exposing personal transaction information.

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South Africa's Special Investigating Unit revealed on February 23, 2026, how four officials earning under R25,000 monthly amassed R16.3 million from over 2,000 fraudulent visas and permits, part of a R181 million corruption web. They approved applications without checks for bribes of R500 to R3,000, hiding funds via spouses' accounts, ghost SIM e-wallets, and small cash deposits that evaded bank flags. High-profile cases included fake permits for Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and Pastor Timothy Omotoso; Home Affairs has fired 20 staff and aims to revoke thousands of documents while pursuing recoveries.

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Low-paid government workers at Home Affairs turned visas into a lucrative side hustle, raking in millions through WhatsApp deals and sneaky bank transfers.

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Chidimma Adetshina withdrew from the Miss South Africa pageant in August 2024 after questions arose about her citizenship. Investigations revealed her mother, Anabela Rungo from Mozambique, likely stole a South African woman's identity in 2001 to obtain documents, preventing the real holder from accessing basic services. Home Affairs announced plans in October 2024 to revoke their IDs and travel rights after they missed a deadline to respond; the case went to the Hawks for fraud probe, with Rungo briefly detained in 2025. The ongoing saga highlights immigration frustrations and the lasting harm of identity theft.

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A young woman's stolen identity left her life on hold, while her alleged fraudster lived it—now South Africa's government is moving to cancel those documents.

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A widely shared post claimed President Boko said Botswana is tired of foreign deals on its minerals and demanded buyers come home, rejecting a Trump invitation. No official statements, posts from Boko's account, or news reports confirm the invite or quote, which appears fabricated with editing artifacts. The story tapped into real frustrations over Botswana's diamond trade amid slumping sales and U.S. tariffs, earning praise for Boko's image as an assertive leader after his 2024 election win. Skeptics quickly pointed out the hoax, stressing Africa needs facts as much as strong leadership.

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A striking image of Botswana's President Duma Gideon Boko holding a massive diamond next to Donald Trump fueled hopes of bold resource sovereignty. But the quote refusing a White House invite never happened.

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The Jamaica Coliseum, a historic mall and cultural hub in Jamaica, Queens, has permanently closed. It served as a vibrant space for Black culture and entrepreneurs in downtown Jamaica.

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Leaked audio from a Warner Bros. Discovery company-wide meeting shows CEO David Zaslav stating the Paramount deal may take 6-12 months to close or might not close at all. He noted that if the deal fails, Warner Bros. Discovery would receive $7 billion and resume operations.

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The emotional video, resurfaced on Monday, exploded after a U.S. influencer's complaints about unfriendly South Africans during her visit. Nigerians, Ghanaians, and others responded with shock, dark humor, and jabs at perceived hypocrisy toward Western visitors. Some South Africans defended her grief over her son's alleged death from drugs sold by a foreigner, while critics rejected excusing broad hatred against fellow Africans. The clip highlights South Africa's tensions over immigration, crime, and economic woes amid calls for Pan-African unity.

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Tears streaming down her face, a South African woman poured out her raw hatred for foreigners from her community, using slurs like 'kwerekwere' aimed at Black African immigrants.

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