A Beautiful Woman, Brigitte Bardot, Right-Wing Heroine, Dies at 91

Brigitte Bardot, known as the “sex kitten,” has died at age 91, marking the loss of a fierce fighter for her country. She had undergone minor surgery two months ago, amidst reports of her death which she openly mocked. However, a month later, Bardot was hospitalized with a serious illness.

French President Charles de Gaulle once declared that Bardot was a “French export as important as Renault cars,” a testament to her cultural impact. Beyond her acting career, Bardot was a passionate advocate for animal rights and outspoken against the mass migration of military-age Islamist men. Many regarded her as a heroine.

Throughout her life, Bardot faced controversy. French leftists convicted her five times for allegedly inciting racial hatred due to her remarks about the “invasion” of foreigners in France. She also called the people on the French island of Réunion “savages,” a statement reflecting her blunt and polarizing style.

In her final book, *Mon BBcédaire* (My BB Alphabet), published just weeks before her death, Bardot expressed her political views candidly. She described the right-wing, which she associated with Jean-Marie Le Pen’s party, as the “only urgent remedy to the agony of France.” She lamented that France had become “dull, sad, submissive, ill, ruined, ravaged, ordinary and vulgar.”

For over 30 years, from the 1990s onwards, Bardot supported Jean-Marie Le Pen’s anti-mass immigration Front National. Later, she backed his daughter, Marine Le Pen, who renamed the party National Rally (RN). Bardot met her husband, Bernard d’Ormale, through the Le Pen family at a dinner organized in Saint-Tropez. The couple married in 1993, with d’Ormale, a former adviser to Jean-Marie Le Pen, remaining by her side until her passing.

Bardot was a vocal supporter of Marine Le Pen, once stating, “she is the only woman… who has balls.” She backed Marine Le Pen’s presidential campaigns consistently. In turn, Marine Le Pen called Bardot the ultimate symbol of Frenchness.

In reflecting on the broader political landscape, Mike Vandeerbeough once said:
*“It is no small thing, to restore a republic after it has fallen into corruption. I have studied history for years and I cannot recall it ever happening. It may be that our task is impossible. Yet, if we do not try then how will we know it could not be done? And if we do not try, it most certainly will not be done. The Founders’ Republic, and the larger war for western civilization, will be lost.”*

Additional thoughts worth considering include:
– “A communist is an impatient socialist.” — Anonymous
– “There aren’t too many human interaction problems that can’t be fixed with a .45 ACP 230-grain fat-boy.” — Herschel Smith
– “They don’t kill you because you’re a fascist. They call you a fascist so they can kill you.” — ex-Antifa member

Brigitte Bardot’s legacy remains complex and controversial, intertwining her celebrated career with her bold political stances and activism.
https://www.independentsentinel.com/a-beautiful-woman-brigitte-bardot-right-wing-heroine-dies-at-91/

US President Donald Trump says Ukraine deal closer but no breakthrough in talks

US President Donald Trump said that he made “a lot of progress” in talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy over a possible peace deal, Bloomberg reported on Sunday.

However, Trump stated that there’s no apparent breakthrough on the flashpoint issue of territory and it might take a few weeks to get it done.

**Market Reaction**

At the time of writing, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) is trading 0.78% higher on the day, reaching $57.10.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/finance/us-president-donald-trump-says-ukraine-deal-closer-but-no-breakthrough-in-talks/

Putin Mocks Trump’s Ukraine Peace Push: Russia Hammers Zelenskyy’s Forces Hours Before Crucial US Summit

The roar of air raid sirens echoed across the Ukrainian capital just hours before President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy were set to meet and discuss a peace summit involving Ukraine and Russia. Russia’s sudden attack on Kyiv was unexpected and raised eyebrows as it took place amid ongoing peace talks aimed at ending the war.

The timing of the assault suggests a deliberate attempt by the Kremlin to undermine the legitimacy of the upcoming discussions. The massive wave of at least 500 drones and 40 missiles is widely interpreted as Russian President Vladimir Putin’s violent and contemptuous response to Trump’s repeated boasts that he could end the war “within 24 hours.”

### Why Russia Launched a Pre-Summit Blitz on Kyiv

In the early hours of Saturday, Moscow directed a massive wave of drones and missiles toward Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine. This high-intensity bombardment surprised many because it occurred shortly before Zelenskyy and Trump were scheduled to discuss ending the conflict between the two nations.

Military analysts suggest that the scale of this operation was designed to project Russian strength before any formal negotiations began. Joey Contino, a news creator at Premiere Networks, weighed in on Russia’s recent attack on Ukraine. He expressed his belief that there was a clear motive behind the assault — to stall the peace process.

“They actually want the war to continue because they feel like if they keep beating down Ukraine, then Ukraine’s partners will give up on Ukraine,” Contino claimed on TikTok. “And then Russia can get everything they want and more.”

The physical destruction in Kyiv was accompanied by a tragic loss of life, sparking fresh international condemnation. Local authorities confirmed that at least one person died—a 47-year-old woman—and 22 others were injured during the strikes, according to Al Jazeera.

President Zelenskyy reported that Russia targeted “energy facilities and civilian infrastructure.” Speaking to the press on Saturday, he declared, “Russia doesn’t want peace,” as reported by the BBC.

### Trump’s Diplomatic Gamble and the Leaders’ Responses

Donald Trump has positioned himself as a potential peacemaker between Russia and Ukraine. Even before seeking reelection, Trump openly expressed his desire to end the conflict, often making it sound like an easy task.

“We will have the horrible war between Russia and Ukraine settled. It will be settled. The war is going to be settled,” Trump stated during a rally in Pennsylvania in 2023. “I’ll get them both. I know Zelensky, I know Putin, it’ll be done within 24 hours, you watch. They all say, ‘That’s such a boast.’ It will be done very quickly.”

Prior to his meeting with Zelenskyy, Trump remained optimistic about a quick resolution. He told Politico, “I think it’s going to go good with [Vladimir] Putin.” Trump was scheduled to meet Zelenskyy and hear the Ukrainian president’s 20-point peace plan, which includes a demilitarized zone and key conditions such as Russia’s withdrawal from Donetsk.

However, Putin has seemingly publicly belittled the initiative. The recent attack on Kyiv appears to mock the feasibility of a swift resolution. In February, Trump claimed he spoke with Putin, who supposedly agreed to negotiate with Zelenskyy. Both leaders reportedly shared the same sentiment about ending the war.

Yet, Putin’s actions suggest he may have had a change of heart or never truly supported the peace summit after all. Zelenskyy has clearly received the message.
https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/putin-mocks-trumps-ukraine-peace-push-russia-hammers-zelenskyys-forces-hours-before-crucial-us-1766295

NFL Announces Punishment for Falcons Star Jessie Bates After Hit in Cardinals Game

Star safety for the Atlanta Falcons, Jessie Bates III, has been fined by the NFL for an unsafe play during the Week 16 game against the Arizona Cardinals.

The league announced on Saturday that Bates was fined $17,389 for unnecessary roughness due to a hit on a defenseless player. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter with 4:50 remaining on the clock.

No other players from either team were fined following the game.

The Falcons, holding a 6-9 record, defeated the Cardinals (3-12) with a final score of 26-19 last Sunday.

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
https://heavy.com/sports/nfl/atlanta-falcons/jessie-bates-fine-punishment/

Pop-Tarts pastry bails on celebration and 4 other wild moments from bowl game

**BYU Cougars Pull Off Thrilling Comeback to Win 2025 Pop-Tarts Bowl Against Georgia Tech**

Tensions were high at the 2025 Pop-Tarts Bowl as the BYU Cougars faced off against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on Saturday night. While Georgia Tech held the lead for most of the game, BYU rallied in a barnstorming comeback to secure a 25-21 victory. The win capped off a stellar season for the Cougars with a 12-2 record, while Georgia Tech finished at 9-4.

Pop-Tarts continued to add a unique twist to the bowl game experience, making it one of the most entertaining matchups of the postseason. Below, we highlight the five best moments from this year’s Pop-Tarts Bowl.

### Pop-Tarts Adds Fun and Flair to the Bowl Game Experience

Many bowl games without playoff implications often get labeled as dull or pointless, but the Pop-Tarts Bowl has bucked that trend for the third consecutive year. The colorful branding was on full display, featuring unique end zone and sideline art that delighted fans.

Both BYU and Georgia Tech had their school names emblazoned in their respective end zones, accentuated with vibrant Pop-Tarts sprinkles. These sprinkles were also incorporated into the sidelines and even decorated the helmets of each player, bringing a playful and energetic vibe to the field.

### Pop-Tarts Ring of Honor Unveiled

In a creative first, Pop-Tarts introduced a “Ring of Honor” at Camping World Stadium to pay tribute to the Pop-Tarts flavors that have been part of previous bowl games. Representations of Cookies and Creme, Hot Fudge Sundae, and Frosted Wild Berry donned commemorative jackets as a way to honor the legendary Strawberry and Cinnamon Roll Pop-Tarts from prior years.

### Pregame Ceremony Showcases Pop-Tarts Flavors

While it wasn’t quite like the Ohio State University band dotting the “I,” the pregame ceremony still brought a festive mood to the crowd in Orlando, Florida. Pop-Tarts revealed the featured flavors competing this year, divided into two teams: Team Sprinkles and Team Swirls.

– **Team Sprinkles:** Protein Slammin’ Strawberry, Cookies and Creme, Frosted Cherry
– **Team Swirls:** Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Frosted Wild Berry, Frosted Hot Fudge Sundae

This playful competition added an extra layer of entertainment to the event.

### Bear Bachmeier Leads Game-Winning Comeback

Trailing 21-10 going into the fourth quarter, BYU needed a spark to flip the momentum, and quarterback Bear Bachmeier delivered. A key blocked Georgia Tech field goal with 55 seconds left in the third quarter ignited the Cougars’ rally.

Touchdowns from Enoch Nawahine and Jovesa Damuni, coupled with a crucial two-point conversion run by Bachmeier, propelled BYU to a thrilling 25-21 win. The comeback showcased the resilience and determination of the Cougars in a nail-biting finish.

The 2025 Pop-Tarts Bowl proved to be a memorable game that combined exciting football with creative branding and fan engagement, further establishing itself as one of the season’s standout bowl games.

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https://www.foxnews.com/sports/pop-tarts-pastry-bails-celebration-4-other-wild-moments-from-bowl-game

Chicago police share images of vehicle wanted in West Side hit-and-run crash

CHICAGO (WLS) — Chicago police are sharing photos of a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run that injured a pedestrian last month on the city’s West Side.

The incident occurred on November 21 just after 9 p.m. on Cicero Avenue near Van Buren Street, according to the Chicago Police Department (CPD).

Authorities say the driver initially stopped to render aid to the injured pedestrian but then fled the scene.

The suspect vehicle is described as a white Nissan Maxima, model year estimated to be between 2016 and 2023.

No arrests have been made so far as Chicago police continue their investigation into the crash.
https://abc7chicago.com/post/chicago-crime-police-share-images-vehicle-wanted-nov-21-west-side-hit-run-crash-cicero-avenue-van-buren-street/18321095/

Keegan Murray MRI reveals mild calf strain

While the Sacramento Kings continue to contemplate what their future holds, one thing is certain: Keegan Murray is an essential piece for the team’s success moving forward.

However, for the time being, the Kings will be without Murray following a calf injury he suffered during the team’s loss to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday.

Keegan Murray underwent an MRI after the injury, and the results revealed a mild calf strain. This injury is expected to sideline him for at least one week, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.

This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
https://clutchpoints.com/nba/sacramento-kings/kings-news-keegan-murray-mri-calf-strain

Immigrants peel crawfish, but cannot eat them. How sad.

There is a scene many people have witnessed without ever really seeing it. You drive past a crawfish processing plant, and the picture is always the same. Steam rises from the kettles. Trucks back in. Inside, rows of immigrant women peel crawfish for hours at a time. Their hands move quickly and their work is steady.

It is honest, physical work that keeps a Louisiana tradition alive. The same visual exists in other parts of our state. You can drive past a sugarcane field and see immigrant workers cutting cane in the heat or cold, planting rows before the sun is up.

Many of these men and women are legally here. They are hired through formal programs that allow farmers and processors to pay them fairly and provide the labor that our industries desperately need. These workers contribute to local economies and perform jobs that have become harder and harder to fill with a domestic workforce.

The problem is that most people do not understand the difference between legal immigrant workers who follow the process and illegal aliens who enter the country outside of the law. One group participates in the system and plays by the rules. The other group bypasses that system entirely.

The issue becomes even more confusing when both groups often end up working in similar industries. The average person driving by does not see who arrived legally and who did not. They only see a workforce that looks unfamiliar, and they draw their own conclusions.

This is where the conversation becomes complicated. Immigration in the United States is not a simple issue. It is not as easy as open the borders or close them. And it is not a matter of liking or disliking immigrants.

I understand why people risk everything to come here. They want safety. They want a future. They want opportunities their home countries cannot offer. It is impossible to see that and feel nothing.

At the same time, Americans have spent generations building the systems that make this country function. Taxes, schools, healthcare, infrastructure, and the daily stability we rely on all depend on participation in that system.

When people enter the country illegally, they live outside of that structure. They do not pay into it in the same way. They are not part of the programs that hold the country together. This is not sustainable for any nation, and no country in the world allows uncontrolled entry because they cannot.

This is the catch twenty-two. Our economy quietly depends on immigrant labor, especially in agriculture, food processing, hospitality, and construction. Legal immigrant workers keep these industries moving.

At the same time, illegal immigration strains the system and creates confusion, mistrust, and political division. Both realities exist at once.

I support enforcing immigration law because a country must have borders and rules. Illegal entry cannot be ignored. It is not fair to the people who follow the process, and it destabilizes the system everyone depends on.

But that support does not cancel out empathy for the people who come here searching for something better. We can acknowledge their humanity and still say that laws matter. We can be compassionate without abandoning structure.

The real question is how to fix this. Is it a border infrastructure issue? Is it a broken legal immigration process? Is it a labor market problem where certain industries depend on workers that citizens will not replace? Is it a class issue? Probably all of the above.

Until we are honest about that, we will keep arguing without moving toward solutions.

Legal immigrants who work in crawfish plants, cane fields, hotels, restaurants, and factories are part of the American story. They contribute. They follow the rules. They help build industries that keep food on our tables.

Illegal immigration is a different issue entirely, and it deserves a different response.

The image of workers peeling crawfish they may never taste is symbolic. It reminds me that immigration is not just policy or politics. It is real life. It affects families, industries, and communities. It affects citizens who depend on affordable food and stable jobs. And it affects the men and women who come here hoping to earn a living.

If we want an honest conversation about immigration, we must separate legal participants in our system from those who enter outside of it. Only then can we talk about practical solutions that protect America while still respecting the dignity of the people who want to be part of it.

For now, that simple picture of immigrant workers doing difficult work for the benefit of others reminds me that the issue is layered. It deserves thoughtful solutions, not emotional reactions.
https://www.avoyellestoday.com/immigrants-peel-crawfish-but-cannot-eat-them-how-sad/

Top 15 Projects by Total Revenue in 2025: Tether and Circle Remain Forefront

**Top 15 Crypto Projects by Revenue in 2025 Revealed by LunarCrush**

LunarCrush, a platform leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze digital assets such as cryptocurrencies, has unveiled the list of the top 15 projects that generated the highest revenue in 2025. The results highlight significant growth and user engagement across various blockchain projects throughout the year.

### Leading the Pack: Tether and Circle

Topping the list is **Tether**, which leads all projects with an impressive 16.9 million active addresses over the past 30 days and has generated $5.2 billion in revenue for 2025.

Following closely is **Circle**, securing the runner-up position with 7.5 million active addresses. Circle demonstrated considerable revenue growth, accumulating approximately $2.4 billion during the year.

### Strong Performers: Hyperliquid, Pump Fun, and Ethena

In third place, **Hyperliquid** boasts remarkable growth in Total Value Locked (TVL) at around $4.1 billion, with 292.7K active addresses and $630 million in revenue generation.

**Pump Fun** stands fourth with 864.9K active addresses, $549 million in generated revenue, and a TVL of $199.3 million in 2025.

Next up is **Ethena**, which recorded $389 million in revenue and an impressive TVL of $6.5 billion, supported by 38.7K active addresses.

### Mid-Range Achievers: Sky, PancakeSwap, Phantom, and Aerodrome

The **Sky** project reported 699.1K active addresses, a TVL of $6.1 billion, and $355 million in revenue.

**PancakeSwap** holds a central position among the top projects, successfully generating $317 million in revenue and maintaining a TVL of $2.4 billion alongside 2 million active addresses.

Additionally, **Phantom** earned $293 million in revenue in 2025.

Securing the 10th spot is **Aerodrome**, which excelled across three key metrics: active addresses, TVL, and revenue. It held a TVL of $445.9 million, generated $207 million in revenue, and counted 65.2K active addresses.

### Closing the List: Photon, Aave, Aethir, Raydium, and Lido

The **Photon** project earned $188 million in revenue with 56K active addresses during 2025.

**Aave** recorded a substantial TVL of $33.3 billion but generated comparatively lower revenue of $130 million, with 147.9K active addresses.

**Aethir** comes in near the bottom of the list with 19K active addresses and $120 million in revenue.

The **Raydium** project made it to the second-last position, despite having a TVL of $1.3 billion and 4.2 million active addresses, generating $91.6 million in revenue.

Lastly, **Lido** occupies the 15th and final spot on the list. It recorded the lowest revenue among the top projects at $83.3 million, with a TVL of $25.8 billion and 24.6K active addresses.

This insightful ranking was revealed by the Phoenix Group through their official X account, offering a comprehensive overview of the revenue and usage patterns shaping the crypto landscape in 2025.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/tech/top-15-projects-by-total-revenue-in-2025-tether-and-circle-remain-forefront/

Trust Wallet Hack Affects Hundreds of Users: $6 Million Stolen, Security Alert Urges Upgrade from 2.68 to 2.69

COINOTAG News reports, citing on-chain investigator ZachXBT, that a recent Trust Wallet incident has impacted hundreds of users, resulting in losses estimated at a minimum of $6 million.

This alert highlights ongoing risk management challenges within the digital asset landscape. By analyzing on-chain data, experts have been able to assess the full scope of the event, underscoring the importance of vigilance and proactive security measures.

In response to the incident, Trust Wallet has issued a security alert regarding a vulnerability found in the browser extension version 2.68. Users are strongly advised to immediately disable the affected extension and upgrade to the latest version to protect their assets.

Staying informed and promptly updating wallet software remains critical in safeguarding digital assets against emerging threats.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/tech/trust-wallet-hack-affects-hundreds-of-users-6-million-stolen-security-alert-urges-upgrade-from-2-68-to-2-69/

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