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The Siege of the Alamo began February 23, 1836, when General Santa Anna's forces surrounded the fortified mission in San Antonio, home to leaders like James Bowie and Davy Crockett. For 13 days, the outnumbered defenders held out under heavy fire until a pre-dawn assault on March 6 overwhelmed them, killing nearly all. Though a loss, their stand inspired the 'Remember the Alamo!' cry that led to Texas victory at San Jacinto. Today, the 190th anniversary draws reflections on the chapel's legacy, family visits, and planned reenactments through March 6.

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On a crisp morning in 1836, about 200 Texian defenders inside the old mission faced down 1,500 Mexican troops demanding surrender. Lt. Col. William B. Travis fired back—with a cannon shot and his 'Victory or Death' letter.

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On February 20, farmers from Ghana's Western North Region rallied at COCOBOD in Accra against a mid-season price drop from GH¢3,625 to GH¢2,587 per 64kg bag, triggered by global cocoa prices falling over 70% to around $3,200 per tonne. Placards highlighted broken promises of GH¢6,000 or GH¢7,000, while COCOBOD assured ongoing payments of over GH¢1.09 billion in arrears. The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference demanded using surpluses to protect farmers, as government leaders cited massive debt and market woes, and opposition accused betrayal of election pledges amid cocoa's role in 30% of export earnings.

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Elderly farmers, including an 84-year-old, traveled over 11 hours to COCOBOD headquarters, vowing to camp out until they meet the CEO over slashed earnings.

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On Thursday, Jackson Hinkle's X post labeling Taiwan a 'fake country' under China drew sharp rebuttals and support, spotlighting Taiwan's limited diplomatic recognition by only 12 UN members and the Holy See amid the unresolved Chinese Civil War. Taiwan governs 23 million people democratically, holds multiparty elections, maintains a 215,000-strong military, and receives U.S. arms support, including a recent $330 million package. Public opinion strongly favors the status quo or independence, with over 80% rejecting China's 'one country, two systems' model, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.

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Influencer Jackson Hinkle declared Taiwan a 'fake country' that belongs to China, igniting a heated online clash viewed over 65,000 times. The post amplified longstanding tensions between China's unification claims and Taiwan's 76 years of independent self-governance.

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Yad Vashem's post referenced an order by Nazi governor Hans Frank requiring Jews aged 10 and older in occupied Polish territory to wear white armbands with a blue Star of David starting December 1, 1939. The Auschwitz Memorial, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski, and others objected to the phrasing, insisting it specify German occupation to accurately reflect Poland's victim status during World War II. Poland summoned Israel's ambassador on Monday amid longstanding sensitivities in Holocaust narratives. Yad Vashem noted its linked article clarifies the German authorities' role, but has not altered the original post.

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Marking a grim 1939 anniversary, Yad Vashem described a Nazi decree forcing Jews in Poland to wear badges—omitting that the country was under German occupation at the time. The Auschwitz Memorial quickly pointed out this key historical detail.

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World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz rallied from 2-5 down in the second set to beat Valentin Royer 6-2, 7-5, staying 9-0 this year. No. 2 Jannik Sinner defeated Alexei Popyrin 6-3, 7-5 in his Doha debut, extending his run of deep tournament results. Alcaraz faces Karen Khachanov next, Sinner meets Jakub Mensik, with a potential final between them ahead. Both shared fist-pump celebrations online after strong wins full of drop shots and venomous forehands.

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Carlos Alcaraz grinned at the net after his comeback, telling qualifier Valentin Royer, 'I'll wait for you, man!' Both top seeds kept their flawless starts alive in Doha.

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On Thursday, Jackson Hinkle's X post labeling Taiwan a 'fake country' under China drew sharp rebuttals and support, spotlighting Taiwan's limited diplomatic recognition by only 12 UN members and the Holy See amid the unresolved Chinese Civil War. Taiwan governs 23 million people democratically, holds multiparty elections, maintains a 215,000-strong military, and receives U.S. arms support, including a recent $330 million package. Public opinion strongly favors the status quo or independence, with over 80% rejecting China's 'one country, two systems' model, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.

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Influencer Jackson Hinkle declared Taiwan a 'fake country' that belongs to China, igniting a heated online clash viewed over 65,000 times. The post amplified longstanding tensions between China's unification claims and Taiwan's 76 years of independent self-governance.

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Reports claim Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo and directors told Simeone to prioritize the Copa del Rey second leg against Barcelona on March 3, viewing La Liga as lost with a 15-point gap to Real Madrid and Champions League as risky. The buzz followed Atletico's February 12 thrashing of Barca—goals from Griezmann, Lookman, Alvarez, and a Garcia own goal—yet a 3-0 defeat to bottom-five Rayo Vallecano exposed rotation woes amid fan protests. Simeone insists on competing everywhere, but insiders suggest resting stars like Griezmann for the Camp Nou clash amid a packed schedule including Club Brugge playoffs.

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Diego Simeone's Atletico stunned Barcelona 4-0 in the Copa del Rey semifinal first leg, but a humiliating league loss days later sparked rumors of a boardroom directive to go all-in on the return match.

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The comedian reposted a pro-separatist reel on February 17, styled as Premier Danielle Smith's words, though her office clarifies she seeks sovereignty within Canada, not separation. A 'Stay Free Alberta' petition launched January 3 aims for 177,000 signatures by May to trigger a referendum on independence, fueled by claims Alberta subsidizes the rest of Canada with $27 billion yearly while facing emissions caps. Polls show only 29% support leaving, and experts say secession requires constitutional changes, making it a long shot despite the buzz.

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Rob Schneider shared a video claiming Alberta should ditch Canada for the U.S., tapping into real frustrations over oil policies and federal payments.

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The comedian reposted a pro-separatist reel on February 17, styled as Premier Danielle Smith's words, though her office clarifies she seeks sovereignty within Canada, not separation. A 'Stay Free Alberta' petition launched January 3 aims for 177,000 signatures by May to trigger a referendum on independence, fueled by claims Alberta subsidizes the rest of Canada with $27 billion yearly while facing emissions caps. Polls show only 29% support leaving, and experts say secession requires constitutional changes, making it a long shot despite the buzz.

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Rob Schneider shared a video claiming Alberta should ditch Canada for the U.S., tapping into real frustrations over oil policies and federal payments.

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Losar, marking the Tibetan Lunar New Year as the Year of the Fire Horse succeeding the Wood Snake Year, is celebrated with sacred prayers, rhythmic chants, masked dances, traditional Guozhuang dances, Muya folk songs, and horse racing in regions including Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Tawang, Dharamshala, Ganzi in Sichuan, and Xizang. Communities in monasteries and homes from Himachal Pradesh to Qinghai Province participate in rituals for spiritual renewal, family gatherings, and banishing evil spirits.

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Losar, marking the Tibetan Lunar New Year as the Year of the Fire Horse succeeding the Wood Snake Year, is celebrated with sacred prayers, rhythmic chants, masked dances, traditional Guozhuang dances, Muya folk songs, and horse racing in regions including Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Tawang, Dharamshala, Ganzi in Sichuan, and Xizang. Communities in monasteries and homes from Himachal Pradesh to Qinghai Province participate in rituals for spiritual renewal, family gatherings, and banishing evil spirits.

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