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The latest roundup includes multiple developing stories. In Beijing, soccer star Kylian Mbappé apologized for comments that appeared to refer to Mao Zedong as a “dictator,” saying his remarks were ill-judged and hurt people in China and Chinese communities worldwide. The controversy prompted at least three companies—including Dongpeng and Mengniu—to cut ties, citing opposition to words and actions that harm national sentiment. China’s Foreign Ministry and the social platform RedNote also criticized the remarks, and Mbappé’s RedNote account was banned from accepting new followers. Elsewhere, a United Airlines flight returned to Las Vegas after a passenger allegedly threatened to “hijack” the plane, prompting FAA investigation. Additional notes mention NHL protest condemnation and upcoming daylight saving timing.