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 Foreign Affairs › Re: "Show Respect": Trump, US VP In Fiery Exchange With Zelenskyy Over Russian War by Illusioneffect(m): 2:41am On Mar 01, 2025 |
Goke7:First of all- he's the Vice President he has every right to be there. Also he didn't ruin the conversation - the Ukrainian did and he tried to at every point of the 40 minutes conversation. The 32 minutes was very cordial but the Ukrainian kept on being emotional throughout the discussions when they could have discussed it without the media plying through. He decided to ask Vance a very hostile question in a sane clime - if Vance decided not to answer the way he did it would have been really shameful to the USA whose stance is peace no matter the evil dictator Putin is |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: "Show Respect": Trump, US VP In Fiery Exchange With Zelenskyy Over Russian War by Illusioneffect(m): 11:33pm On Feb 28, 2025 |
Goke7:This shows you just watched a 2 minute clip I watched the entire press conference with Zelensky. There was 40 minutes of discussion up to the argument. Most people saw at most the last ten minutes. The whole video gives the proper context. When I first watched the argument without the proper context, I thought it was possible that Trump and Vance ambushed Zelensky or were even trying to humiliate him. That's not what happened. You had 40 minutes of calm conversation. Vance made a point that didn't attack Zelensky and wasn't even addressed to him, and Zelensky clearly started the argument. In the first 40 minutes, Zelensky kept trying to go beyond what was negotiated in the deal. When Trump was asked a question, it was always "we'll see." Zelensky made blanket assertions that there would be no negotiating with Putin, and that Russia would pay for the war. When Trump said that it was a tragedy that people on both sides were dying, Zelensky interjected that the Russians were the invaders. For his part, Trump made clear that the US would continue delivering military aid. All Zelensky had to do was remain calm for a few more minutes and they would've signed a deal. The argument started when Trump pointed out that it would be hard to make a deal if you talk about Putin the way Zelensky does. Vance interjects to make the reasonable point that Biden called Putin names and that didn't get us anywhere. The Zelensky/Trump dynamic was calm and stable. It was when Vance spoke that Zelensky started to interrogate him. Throughout the press conference to that point, everyone was making their arguments directly to the audience. Zelensky decided to challenge Vance and ask him hostile questions. He went back to his point that Putin never sticks to ceasefires, once again implying that negotiations are pointless. Why on earth would you do this? Then came the fight we all saw. Zelensky was minutes away from being home free, and he would have had the deal and new commitments from the Trump administration. The point Vance made was directed against Biden and the media, taking them to task for speaking in moralistic terms. This offended Zelensky, and that began the argument. I've been a fan of Zelensky up to this point, but this showed so much incompetence, if not emotional instability, that I don't see how he recovers from this. The relationship with the administration is broken. Ukraine should probably go with new leadership at this point. 1 Like |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: "Show Respect": Trump, US VP In Fiery Exchange With Zelenskyy Over Russian War by Illusioneffect(m): 11:32pm On Feb 28, 2025 |
God1000:Yeah it's better to keep your minerals while your youth population dies off! |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 11:10pm On Feb 28, 2025 |
DieRich5:Been so long I saw a Facebook screenshot 😂 |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 5:09pm On Feb 27, 2025 |
Baddestguyp:By the way! 2 Likes 1 Share
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| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 5:06pm On Feb 27, 2025 |
OhBritannia:You should look in the mirror yourself because you're definitely the 'average mentality' Nigerian. It's only on this thread Nigerians like yourself complain of anime series - The thread specifically says 'What series are you watching now?' not 'what series except anime are you watching now?,'. When this thread started people were discussing Family Guy - a cartoon series - the only difference was it was not made in Japan. If you have a problem with anime shows - that's your problem - no one needs to conform to your standard here. Animes are series too - 99% of the world knows that already except 1980s thinking average mentality Nigerian guys like yourself. 13 Likes 5 Shares |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 10:14pm On Feb 26, 2025 |
Chibudollar:I watched Supernatural when I was like 12 - I don't know if it's worth going back to |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 8:46pm On Feb 26, 2025 |
Baddestguyp:The White Lotus
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| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 3:59am On Feb 25, 2025 |
GloriousGbola:Please do, this shows are hard to find nowadays |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 9:28am On Feb 24, 2025 |
oyaskii:I can understand them sha, it’s our 1970s mamas and papas that have 3 children or should that are probably complaining 😭🤲🏾 |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 8:23pm On Feb 23, 2025 |
Kaycee7:Who's a better Avatar when it comes too fighting and the Avatar state? Nigerian twitter have been hollering almost a week now😭 when the actual answer is definitely Korra In pure fighting ability outside the Avatar State, Korra probably edges out Aang. She’s more naturally combative and versatile in close-quarters combat, while Aang leans on evasion and redirection. In the Avatar State, it’s closer—Aang’s got the advantage of all past Avatars’ knowledge, making his peak moments (like the Ozai fight) jaw-droppingly precise, but Korra’s raw strength and decisiveness make her terrifyingly effective, even without that spiritual depth post-Season 2. It might come down to context: Aang’s better at fighting while staying true to a philosophy of peace, while Korra’s the go-to if you need someone to throw down and end a threat fast. |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 8:14pm On Feb 23, 2025 |
oyaskii:The thing about Solo Leveling is it has a very simple premise and unlike Arcane that tries to be emo and artsy, SL doesn't take itself too seriously it's a very straightforward show - fun action sequences that can never be replicated in live-action |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 7:00pm On Feb 23, 2025 |
The way Solo Leveling is S-tier!!! Other shows are still A tier trying to catch up because how did they make action drawings so frking EPIC!! I’m sincerely amazed! I will be watching that Baran fight consistently! 1 Like 1 Share
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| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 1:45am On Feb 23, 2025 |
abduleez1:The person eating too good is definitely Zendaya 😭😭😭 she still has Euphoria on her plate too By the way- I heard the networks are being naughty over there I'm not surprised Starlink is doing well
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| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 10:34pm On Feb 22, 2025 |
SOLO LEVELING S2 E8 IS INSANE WTF!!
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| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 8:59pm On Feb 20, 2025 |
Bad news imo
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| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 7:42pm On Feb 20, 2025 |
tonididdy: 1 Like
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| TV/Movies › Funny Memes, Stories Or Videos In Pop Culture by Illusioneffect(op): 2:31pm On Feb 20, 2025 |
Memes, stories and videos I would like to archive here. You can post yours if you think they're funny enough |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 1:13pm On Feb 20, 2025 |
AHCB:Bro glitched out for a full year 😭😂 |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 10:21am On Feb 19, 2025 |
Hullabaloon:probabLY not if you’re the one not interested in slow burns and intense dialogue and art. It’s in my top 5 best films of the year but if you’re only interested in action just steer clear |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 7:11pm On Feb 18, 2025 |
Baddestguyp Why haven't you recommended MASHLE here 😭😭😭. I'm only in episode 1 and it's already great plus it's literally the best opening of any anime I've ever seen from Creepy nuts the same folks who made Dan Da Dan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLW35YMzELE?si=rdcUydq3y1feUTsS |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 9:37am On Feb 18, 2025 |
GloriousGbola:This movie is soo funny and still holds up 😂😂 |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 12:03am On Feb 18, 2025 |
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| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 12:01am On Feb 18, 2025 |
Just watched Captain America: Brave New World. It was way better than I expected - not a great movie but entertaining nonetheless |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 11:01pm On Feb 17, 2025 |
Man! 😌the way she cleared his clothes with just her fingers was real smooth and she be wasting her powers on architecture. Dumb and extremely stupid. She could literally change the world and make everyone in Africa and elsewhere rich and change the fabric of human civilization but she decided to waste it on building treehouses and living with her parents
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| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 10:57pm On Feb 17, 2025 |
Ojagun:It isn’t - Eternals made 180 million dollars in its first 3 days and went on to Bomb! Brave New World made 194 million - super close. It all depends on its staying power and it’s second day weekend. Also - its not doing very well in China which is a big deal! |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Movie Are You Watching Now? by Illusioneffect(m): 6:15pm On Feb 17, 2025 |
abduleez1:What's Nolan about to cook😭😭😭😭 I can't wait!!
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| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 6:11pm On Feb 17, 2025 |
Why Shows Take Too Long to Make https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qv-OiDeE2KQ?si=RoPvSpCt7CGX7IPN Best video take on the issue. Can't believe Stranger Things first released when I was in junior high school in Lagos - that's almost ten years ago |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 6:08pm On Feb 17, 2025 |
abduleez1:One of my best shows of all time and the best show you’ve recommended but I’ll definitely not watch it till the show is done- the suspense of white lotus especially at the last episodes are insane and I can’t stand waiting for 7 days 😭 PS- they shouldn't have changed the opening credit music |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Series Are You Watching Now? Part 2 by Illusioneffect(m): 11:14am On Feb 17, 2025 |
NobleStag007:Why would you even respond to someone as dumb and ignorant as he is🤦🏾♂️😪- the fact anyone would call Solo Leveling or even Attack on Titans which is not even PG-13 but close to 18+ a cartoon just shows bro is living in a 1980s bubble and has the mindset of a 70 year drunk uncle. I'm glad he's part of a few who still think like that 4 Likes |
| Crime › First Gay Imam Shot Dead In South Africa by Illusioneffect(op): 4:27pm On Feb 16, 2025 |
Muhsin Hendricks, a pioneering figure dubbed the world's first openly gay imam, has been shot dead in South Africa. The 57-year-old cleric ran a mosque in Cape Town intended as a safe haven for gay and other marginalised Muslims. He was killed on Saturday morning after the car in which he was travelling near the southern city of Gqeberha was ambushed. "Two unknown suspects with covered faces got out of the vehicle and started firing multiple shots at the vehicle," police said in a statement. News of Hendricks' death has sent shockwaves through the LGBTQ+ community and beyond, prompting an outpouring of tributes from across the globe. Julia Ehrt, executive director at the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association (Ilga), called on the authorities to thoroughly investigate "what we fear may be a hate crime". "He supported and mentored so many people in South Africa and around the world in their journey to reconcile with their faith, and his life has been a testament to the healing that solidarity across communities can bring in everyone's lives," she said. Born free, killed by hate - the price of being gay in South Africa The volunteers taking on South African crime Hendricks was killed after he had reportedly officiated at a lesbian wedding, though this has not been officially confirmed. The details of the attack emerged through security footage that was shared on social media. It shows a car pulling up and blocking the vehicle in which Hendricks was travelling as it was pulling away from the curb. According to police, the imam was in the back seat. The angle of CCTV footage reveals what happened from one side of the road - an assailant jumps out of a car, runs to the ambushed vehicle and shoots repeatedly through the back passenger window. Hendricks' Al-Ghurbaah Foundation, which runs the Masjidul Ghurbaah mosque in the Wynberg suburb of Cape Town, confirmed he had died in a targeted attack on Saturday morning. But Abdulmugheeth Petersen, chair of the foundation's board, appealed via a WhatsApp group for their followers to be patient, stressing the importance of protecting Hendricks' family. Hendricks' work challenged traditional interpretations of Islam and championed a compassionate, inclusive faith. South Africa's post-apartheid constitution was the first in the world to protect people from discrimination because of their sexual orientation and in 2006, became the first country in Africa to legalise same-sex marriage. But despite a thriving LGBT community, gay people still face discrimination and violence. The country also has one of the highest murder rates in the world. Hendricks came out as gay in 1996, which shocked the wider Muslim community in Cape Town and elsewhere. That same year, he founded The Inner Circle, an organisation providing support and a safe space for queer Muslims seeking to reconcile their faith and sexuality before going on to establish the inclusive Masjidul Ghurbaah mosque. He was the subject of a documentary in 2022 called The Radical, in which he said about the threats he faced: "The need to be authentic was greater than the fear to die." Hendricks often spoke about the importance of interfaith dialogue and the need to address the mental health issues and trauma faced by LGBTQ+ individuals within religious communities. He told the Ilga World Conference in Cape Town last year: "It is important that we stop to look at religion as the enemy." Reverend Jide Macaulay, an openly gay Anglican minister, described Hendricks' death as "truly heartbreaking". The British-Nigerian LGBTQ rights activist runs House of Rainbow, an organisation that provides support for gay people in Nigeria where same-sex relationships or public displays of affection are illegal, and paid tribute to Hendricks' bravery. "Your leadership, courage, and unwavering dedication to inclusive faith communities have left an indelible mark," he said. Sadiq Lawal, a gay Muslim man living in Nigeria, told the BBC that Hendricks, had made such an impact as he had made "the impossible possible" by saying the words: "I'm a queer imam." "He's a mentor to many queer Muslims in Africa, especially in Nigeria, because of religious extremism," he said. "I'm still in shock and devastated." BBC News - https:///bwbuOSM6dd 1 Like
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