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[Open Source Intel @Osint613]

Trump: "I didn't know what the hell a red card was. When I found out, I said, 'You gotta be kidding!'"

[AFP News Agency @AFP]

Iraqi Kurds march with torches to celebrate the Nowruz New Year festival in the town of Akre of Iraq's northern autonomous Kurdish region

[Lindsey Graham @LindseyGrahamSC]

Today, @SenBlumenthal and I introduced the Save the Kurds Act.

I believe that there is strong bipartisan support for the idea of protecting the Kurds in Syria and beyond because they have been such a reliable ally to the United States. The SDF – with a large Kurdish element – took the brunt of the fight to defeat ISIS in President Trump’s first term.

I realize Syria is complicated culturally, ethnically and politically. However, attacking the Kurds greatly diminishes the United States’ standing and will hinder Syria’s ability to grow as a country.

To those countries or groups who believe it is open season on the Kurds in Syria without consequence, you will be sadly mistaken.

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[Interesting things @awkwardgoogle]

Trimming a hedge

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

Monster waves captured by photographer Ben Hartley at Nazaré, Portugal.

[non aesthetic things @PicturesFoIder]

If you can make 65,000 people sing in sync after your 33 years after your death, you're not a singer but legend

[Las @N0rthmen]

@LindenJohan @KurdistanWatch I suspect the pipeline's ownership is going to be a key point of negotiation. Baghdad will not accept KPC/Kar Group owning the pipeline, as all pipelines in the south and areas under the Iraqi government are state-owned.

[Las @N0rthmen]

Great news, everyone! AI won't replace us in the exciting world of physical toil

[Las @N0rthmen]

Oh, the irony!

She believes that dogs are worth more than men, but now, when facing serious threats from men in an unforgiving patriarchal society, she invokes the power and support of her tribesmen—yes, the very same men she deemed less worthy than dogs.

[Kurdistan Watch @KurdistanWatch]

This case provides a fascinating glimpse into the complexities and contradictions in the Kurdistan Region:

Jine Atrushi, a singer and social media influencer based in Duhok, has sparked controversy and now faces threats after stating that "dogs are worth more than men." Her comment came in response to the culling of over 50 stray dogs in Duhok, which was carried out following a fatwa issued by the Islamic Religious Scholars Union. The fatwa permitted the culling, citing public safety concerns.

When faced with backlash, she attempted to clarify that her statement was taken out of context, explaining that she was referring to what she claimed was a European social hierarchy: women first, followed by children, dogs, and then men. While her characterization of European social structure appears to be unsubstantiated, the statement has nevertheless created significant repercussions.

The situation has escalated on multiple fronts. The Public Prosecutor and the Islamic Religious Scholars Union have filed a formal complaint against Atrushi, claiming she defamed their fatwa and made statements that contradict Kurdish cultural values. Several mullahs have specifically addressed her comments during Friday sermons, prompting Atrushi to file counter-complaints, citing concerns for her personal safety.

Adding another layer to the controversy, Atrushi has emphasized that she will not tolerate such threats and has invoked her tribal affiliation, stating that her tribe stands firmly behind her. This tribal dynamic further underscores the intricate and often convoluted nature of societal tensions in the region.

This case is particularly noteworthy as it reflects the current state of Kurdish society: It highlights a mix of contradictions: a public figure who misrepresents or misunderstands European societal norms, leverages her tribal identity for support, and engages in provocative social media discourse for attention—all while facing genuine threats to her safety. At the same time, those offended by her remarks appear equally drawn to the spotlight, creating a complex web of cultural, social, and political dynamics.

The situation reveals the complex interplay between various power structures in the society in the Kurdistan Region: religious institutions, tribal affiliations, legal systems, and social media influence - and how they can simultaneously conflict with and reinforce each other.

[Las @N0rthmen]

@KurdistanWatch Kak @azizkahmad - What will it take for the government to address the alarming issue of severe air pollution, especially when Erbil ranks highe in cancer cases among residents?

[Learn Something @cooltechtipz]

When you have a Phd in Pottery

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

This Mr.Beast quote always stuck with me

[Learn Something @cooltechtipz]

Football skills tutorial collection https://t.co/KBPNVqFUVk

[Learn Something @cooltechtipz]

Drone choreography.

[Kylian Mbappé @KMbappe]

Un sueño hecho realidad.
Muy feliz y orgulloso de formar parte del club de mis sueños @realmadrid Es imposible explicar lo feliz y emocionado que me siento en este momento. Estoy impaciente por veros, Madridistas, y gracias por vuestro increíble apoyo.
¡Hala Madrid! 🤍🤍🤍

A dream come true,
So happy and proud to join the club of my dream @realmadrid
Nobody can understand how excited I am right now.
Can’t wait to see you, Madridistas, and thanks for your unbelievable support.
¡Hala Madrid! 🤍🤍🤍

Un rêve devenu réalité,
Tellement heureux et fier de rejoindre le club de mon rêve @realmadrid
Personne ne peut comprendre à quel point je suis excité en ce moment.
J’ai hâte de vous voir, Madridistas, et merci pour votre incroyable soutien.
¡Hala Madrid! 🤍🤍🤍

[scott @teencrf]

vini jr é muito craque

[Stop That Football @stopthatfooty]

Stop that Vinicius Jr.

[Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 @realmadriden]

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[Las @N0rthmen]

@Pishtgir @azizkahmad @BayanRahman @NRTKurdish The Minister of Finance for the KRG acknowledged during an interview with Ranj Sangawi that the majority of banks in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq fail to meet banking standards!

[Las @N0rthmen]

@fasc1nate It's possible that the cat shares my intrigue with the Bren gun 🤗