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NMIXX became the first K-pop group to win the audience-voted La Gaviota de Plata and La Gaviota de Oro at Chile's Viña del Mar International Song Festival on February 24. The six members—Lily, Haewon, Sullyoon, Bae, Jiwoo, and Kyujin—performed high-energy tracks like 'TANK' and 'O.O,' plus a collab with Kidd Voodoo, captivating the tough 15,000-strong crowd at Latin America's biggest music event. The wins doubled as a celebration for Haewon's 23rd birthday, with fans mobbing their hotel, the mayor waving a lightstick, and Lily sharing a loving note: 'Every moment with you is precious... I love you.' Haewon called it a special connection, marking her second straight birthday in Chile.

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Leader Oh Haewon waved to fans chanting 'Happy Birthday' from her hotel window the night before her big day. Hours later, NMIXX claimed history-making awards on stage.

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Russia, Iran, and China began the 'Maritime Security Belt 2026' exercises on Thursday, focusing on countering maritime threats like piracy through coordinated special forces operations near the Strait of Hormuz. The drills come amid rising U.S.-Iran friction over Tehran's nuclear program, with President Trump issuing a short deadline for a deal and deploying carriers, drones, and bombers to the region. A Russian command plane's arrival in Tehran fueled online worries of escalation, though experts call it posturing tied to deepening Moscow-Tehran ties rather than war preparations.

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Helicopters hovered as Iranian and Russian special forces rappelled onto a mock hijacked ship, practicing rescues in the Gulf of Oman just as U.S. forces build up nearby.

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NMIXX became the first K-pop group to win the audience-voted La Gaviota de Plata and La Gaviota de Oro at Chile's Viña del Mar International Song Festival on February 24. The six members—Lily, Haewon, Sullyoon, Bae, Jiwoo, and Kyujin—performed high-energy tracks like 'TANK' and 'O.O,' plus a collab with Kidd Voodoo, captivating the tough 15,000-strong crowd at Latin America's biggest music event. The wins doubled as a celebration for Haewon's 23rd birthday, with fans mobbing their hotel, the mayor waving a lightstick, and Lily sharing a loving note: 'Every moment with you is precious... I love you.' Haewon called it a special connection, marking her second straight birthday in Chile.

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Leader Oh Haewon waved to fans chanting 'Happy Birthday' from her hotel window the night before her big day. Hours later, NMIXX claimed history-making awards on stage.

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Manchester United are closely monitoring Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson as a key summer transfer target and have joined other Premier League clubs in tracking Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White amid the club's relegation risks. Reports from Fabrizio Romano state that United 'absolutely love' Anderson. Interest in these players is influenced by factors including Champions League qualification and the new manager.

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In the feature tied to CORTIS's debut track 'FaSHioN' from their 2025 EP, James explains his shift from ice hockey to thrifting, drawn by the stories in old clothes and unbeatable prices. He offers practical advice like haggling half off, checking every detail, and prioritizing comfort for dance practice, while highlighting group mates' unique styles from staples to switches. Inspired by Blur's Damon Albarn, James sees fashion as confidently wearing what speaks to you, no matter the trends.

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James, the 'Vintage Jesus' of K-pop boy band CORTIS, lights up Weverse Magazine with tales of scoring leather jackets for $35 at Seoul's markets.

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Samir Sobha, president of the Mauritius Football Association and CAF Executive Committee member, told The Guardian that Senegal's players should have received yellow cards for leaving the field during a crucial VAR penalty, halting play for 15 minutes. Senegal still won 1-0 on Pape Gueye's extra-time goal on January 18 in Rabat, securing their second AFCON title after Édouard Mendy saved the spot kick. Sobha stressed the result stands but called for accountability, while also criticizing CAF's general secretary for an illegal term extension. Sanctions followed, including bans for coaches and captains plus hefty fines, though Morocco rejected theirs.

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In a candid interview, a top CAF official admitted Morocco's national team was robbed in the Africa Cup of Nations final, pleading for forgiveness over broken rules.

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In the feature tied to CORTIS's debut track 'FaSHioN' from their 2025 EP, James explains his shift from ice hockey to thrifting, drawn by the stories in old clothes and unbeatable prices. He offers practical advice like haggling half off, checking every detail, and prioritizing comfort for dance practice, while highlighting group mates' unique styles from staples to switches. Inspired by Blur's Damon Albarn, James sees fashion as confidently wearing what speaks to you, no matter the trends.

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James, the 'Vintage Jesus' of K-pop boy band CORTIS, lights up Weverse Magazine with tales of scoring leather jackets for $35 at Seoul's markets.

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Samir Sobha, president of the Mauritius Football Association and CAF Executive Committee member, told The Guardian that Senegal's players should have received yellow cards for leaving the field during a crucial VAR penalty, halting play for 15 minutes. Senegal still won 1-0 on Pape Gueye's extra-time goal on January 18 in Rabat, securing their second AFCON title after Édouard Mendy saved the spot kick. Sobha stressed the result stands but called for accountability, while also criticizing CAF's general secretary for an illegal term extension. Sanctions followed, including bans for coaches and captains plus hefty fines, though Morocco rejected theirs.

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In a candid interview, a top CAF official admitted Morocco's national team was robbed in the Africa Cup of Nations final, pleading for forgiveness over broken rules.

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Undefeated knockout artist Ernesto 'Tito' Mercado (18-0, 17 KOs) and slick southpaw Frank Martin (19-1, 13 KOs) squared up face-to-face at Friday's weigh-ins in Las Vegas, ahead of Martin's fight tonight against Nahir Albright on the Mario Barrios-Ryan Garcia undercard. Mercado had been calling out names at 140 pounds, and Martin confronted him head-on, with videos capturing the heated exchange and both fighters expressing interest in a future clash. Accounts differ slightly on who approached first, but fans praised Martin's no-nonsense approach while noting Mercado's devastating power. No contracts are signed yet, but a strong showing by Martin tonight could make this matchup a reality.

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Frank Martin stared down Tito Mercado amid the flashing cameras, responding to weeks of trash talk with a direct challenge: 'I'm 100% down to fight you next.' The tension outside the ring felt as charged as any bout.

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Footage from the February 13-15 AU summit showed Kiir walking unsteadily during a C5 meeting, prompting widespread criticism on X about aging African leaders holding onto power despite health concerns. Commentators referenced past incidents like a 2022 event where he appeared to wet himself, and broader frustrations with figures like Uganda's Museveni, contrasting Nelson Mandela's voluntary exit. Kiir has led South Sudan since 2011 independence, through a civil war that killed nearly 400,000, with elections now set for December amid fragile peace; officials insist he remains capable, but no comment addressed the video.

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At the African Union summit in Addis Ababa, 75-year-old President Salva Kiir shuffled slowly with a cane beside his aides. The moment fueled online questions about his fitness to lead a nation still healing from war.

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Gallego, Arizona's Democratic senator, spent Friday morning in Yuma County—the winter lettuce capital supplying 90 percent of U.S. lettuce and leafy greens from November to March—working hand-in-hand with H-2A visa holders from Mexico who earn about $17 an hour. He shared videos highlighting their early starts and tough labor to feed families nationwide, amid debates on immigration and farm shortages. Reactions ranged from praise for honoring essential workers to criticism calling it a stunt, reflecting divides over borders, wages, and who harvests America's produce.

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At 2 a.m. in Arizona's Yuma fields, Senator Ruben Gallego bent down alongside lettuce pickers, harvesting greens that fill winter salads across the country.

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On February 17, 2026—Shrove Tuesday and the start of Ramadan—Labour MP Angela Rayner posted wishes for a peaceful Ramadan to voters in Ashton-under-Lyne, where 20% identify as Muslim, using a party graphic with crescents and minarets. Critics pointed out the timing, her lack of Shrove Tuesday mentions, and disabled replies, accusing her of prioritizing one faith over the Christian majority of 49%. While MPs like Sojan Joseph and Sadiq Khan sent similar Ramadan messages, Keir Starmer and the Conservatives acknowledged both holidays.

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Angela Rayner shared a Ramadan Mubarak greeting to her constituents right on Shrove Tuesday, the Christian Pancake Day before Lent. With replies turned off, some saw it as overlooking local traditions.

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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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