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Vice President JD Vance announced that the United States is currently considering providing Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk missiles, just days after President Donald Trump suggested that Kyiv could “WIN all of Ukraine back.”

New York City mayor Eric Adams dropped out of the race for mayor, leaving Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa and socialist-friendly Andrew Cuomo to go up against communist Islamist Zohran Mamdani. The AP reported that New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Sunday that he is ending his campaign for reelection. He posted a video promoting […] The post NYC Mayor Adams Drops Out appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—Turning Point USA (TPUSA) CEO Erika Kirk appeared on “The Charlie Kirk Show” Friday, saying the show would feature rotating hosts while there was a “blueprint” for the organization. TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk was gunned down during a Sept. 10 TPUSA “Prove Me Wrong” event at Utah Valley University, where he was debating attendees. Erika, who succeeded her late husband as CEO of the conservative student group, said that some of the co-hosts and staff for Kirk on his radio show were “pieces of his brain.” “Collectively, each one of you are a piece of his brain,” Erika Kirk said. “I know we’ve talked about this. Blake [Neff], economics, foreign policy, Andrew [Korvet], pretty much a lot of stuff. Mikey [McCoy], humor, Christianity, sports, youth, social, pop culture, Miss Daisy, like everyone, has a piece of his brain that still lives on, and so what I’m getting at here is, ‘The Charlie Kirk Show’ is not going anywhere. My husband’s voice will live on; the show will go on. We will have rotating hosts.” Erika Kirk forgave her husband’s alleged assassin during an emotional speech at Sunday’s memorial service for the TPUSA founder. During her appearance on the show, she hinted that her husband had an immense library of content that could take the show beyond 2030. “We have decades’ worth of my husband’s voice. We have unused material from speeches that he’s had that no one has heard yet,” Erica Kirk said. “We have Sunday specials lined up to the brim, because my husband was so intentional about making sure that there was enough content, always.” “We would not do a speech unless we could get the video and the audio,” Korvet added, with Erika Kirk adding, “One hundred percent. So, we have speeches that no one’s heard of, we have interviews that no one’s heard of.” Erika Kirk hinted that there were also plans for the conservative student group, which has seen a flood of applications since Charlie Kirk’s assassination. “Similar with Turning Point USA, Charlie had a plan moving past 2030 that he’s shared with the team and has implemented so we’re not going anywhere,” Erika Kirk said. “We have the blueprint.” Originally published by the Daily Caller News Foundation. The post Charlie Kirk’s Widow Reveals Plans for the Future of TPUSA, His Radio Show appeared first on The Daily Signal.

A kitten born to a stray formed a special connection with a cat from a different path. Costa and BansheeChatons Orphelins MontrealEarlier this year, a hungry stray cat wandered into a family's yard in search of food. The family began feeding her and even set up a camera to make sure she was safe.Day after day, the cat returned, and no one came to claim her. When they noticed her belly growing rounder, they suspected she was pregnant. Determined to help, the family devised a plan to bring her inside.They set up a humane trap, and within hours, she was safe indoors. Her days as a stray were finally behind her. Morgane and her kittensChatons Orphelins Montreal"This mama cat had a big belly but was very thin. She was given a cozy, quiet room and unlimited food," Chatons Orphelins Montreal shared. "Barely a week later, she gave birth to four beautiful, healthy kittens."The cat, named Morgane, was shy at first, but with patience and compassion, she began to trust. Chatons Orphelins Montreal"She realized her humans meant well and allowed them to handle and weigh her kittens daily. With good food, Morgane regained her strength and produced enough milk to feed all four kittens."Once the kittens were weaned, the rescue welcomed the whole family into their care. Among them was a spirited gray tabby named Banshee, who would soon go out of his way to meet another foster cat, Costa. BansheeChatons Orphelins MontrealCosta had once belonged to a family but was surrendered after developing a urinary blockage. When Chatons Orphelins Montreal learned of his plight, they stepped in immediately, ensuring he received the life-saving treatment he urgently needed.Despite everything he had endured, Costa remained a ray of sunshine, greeting each day with resilience and soaking up every ounce of affection from his caretakers. CostaChatons Orphelins MontrealCosta loves being doted on and has a baby-like personality. He craves attention, wants to be part of everything, and follows people everywhere. "He's a clingy cat who is emotionally dependent. He's very much a kitten at heart, even though he's a large cat."Once fully recovered, Costa longed for companionship and eagerly awaited a playmate to share his life with. Chatons Orphelins MontrealThat's when he met Banshee. The lively kitten was instantly drawn to Costa, and the feeling was mutual. "Banshee is endlessly curious and always eager to play."Despite their nearly four-year age gap, the two bonded almost overnight, snuggling together as if they had known each other forever. They became fast friendsChatons Orphelins MontrealIn less than 24 hours, they were already best friends, enjoying life to the fullest together.Both cats are affectionate, social, and easygoing. They shadow their humans around the house, chase each other in playful bursts, and curl up side by side when playtime winds down. Chatons Orphelins MontrealCosta has taken on the role of big brother, grooming little Banshee and watching over him. If Banshee isn't snuggled up with his humans during nap time, he's almost always nestled against Costa.Banshee's playful antics have brought Costa's inner kitten to life. Together, they fill their foster home with laughter and the pitter-patter of little paws. Chatons Orphelins MontrealThough they came from very different beginnings and are years apart in age, a loving foster home brought them together.Banshee looks up to his big foster brother with adoration, while Costa showers him with affection and endless cuddles. Chatons Orphelins MontrealShare this story with your friends. More on Banshee, Costa, and Chatons Orphelins Montreal on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Kind People Go Back to Find the Mother of a Kitten, Turns Out the Cat Has More Kittens to Feed

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Could be some awkward times in Hollywood moving forward.We recently saw nearly 4,000 Hollywood stars sign an open letter pledging to boycott Israeli-based film groups and productions. The who’s who of Hollywood included Emma Stone, Javier Bardem, Joaquin Phoenix, and many more.Emma Watson became a star for one reason and one reason only — JK Rowling.Now, roughly 1,200 actors are firing back.A group including Debra Messing, Mayim Bialik, Liev Schreiber, Gene Simmons, and Howie Mandel signed a dueling open letter attacking that cultural boycott.“We know the power of film. We know the power of story. That is why we cannot stay silent when a story is turned into a weapon, when lies are dressed up as justice, and when artists are misled into amplifying anti-Semitic propaganda.”Imagine if some of these warring factions meet on a film or TV set moving forward. Yikes ...Sorry not sorryJimmy Kimmel is back after falsely claiming MAGA killed conservative icon Charlie Kirk. You'd think with all that "free speech" he's once again enjoying, he could've spared a few words for a sincere apology. After all, Kimmel didn't like it when Aaron Rodgers falsely alleged that he might be on a certain pedophile's list.In fact, as Megyn Kelly points out, Kimmel lectured the NFL star on his manners for never saying he was sorry. “And when I do get something wrong, which happens on rare occasions, you know what I do? I apologize for it. Which is what Aaron Rodgers should do, which is what a decent person would do.”Good advice all around. We're waiting, Mr. Kimmel. RELATED: Mission: Impossible (to sit through); Final Dud-stination; RIP Joe Don Baker Mike Malloy/Damon Packard/Cinerama/Manuel Velasquez/Getty ImagesMoranis plays 'Balls'You can’t keep a good Dark Helmet down.Rick Moranis, the Canadian comic who brought the Darth Vader-esque villain to life in 1987’s “Spaceballs,” is ending his semi-retirement.He’ll play Dark Helmet once more for the “Spaceballs” sequel, set for a 2027 release. The studio behind the film sent out a black-and-white cast photo, not unlike the still that triggered the media machine behind 2015’s “The Force Awakens.”This time, the photo features returning franchise stars like Daphne Zuniga, Bill Pullman, and, of course, Moranis.The busy actor took a knee on his Hollywood career following the death of his wife, Ann Belsky, from breast cancer. Being a dad took top priority, and he mostly left Hollywood behind. He’s done a modest amount of acting work since then, including voice-over appearances. The “Spaceballs” sequel will be his biggest gig in years.Let’s hope the comedy sequel is more “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” and less “Caddyshack II” ...He's a man, man!Media outlets have spent years telling us who the next 007 will be. It was never based on, you know, actual facts, just rumors, wish-casting, and clickbait.That’s journalism in 2025! (Hard news coverage is no better.)Now, we’re getting our first real information about the next James Bond. It’s ... no one you’ve ever heard of. Ta-dah!Director Denis Villeneuve and his team crave a “fresh face,” AKA an unknown star, to step into the iconic role. That’s the best news out of 007-ville in some time. The only other clues? The next Bond will be male and British.Dylan Mulvaney need not apply.Millions of woke voices suddenly cried out in terror and were suddenly silenced ...JK ok with EmmaDon’t call it a comeback. Maybe just a backpedal.Emma Watson became a star for one reason and one reason only — J.K. Rowling. The British author wrote the “Harry Potter” books, and Watson snagged the role of Hermione for the movie adaptation back in 2001.It’s that simple.Yet, when Rowling dared to disagree with the actor on some trans-related issues, Watson indirectly scorched her views on social media. So did some of her “Harry Potter” cast mates.That was then — 2020 — when the woke mind virus rampaged Hollywood and elsewhere. Post a black square for BLM ... or else.Now, Watson is singing a more sympathetic tune.I really don’t believe that by having had that experience and holding the love and support and views that I have means that I can’t and don’t treasure Jo and the person that I had personal experiences with. ... It’s my deepest wish that people who don’t agree with my opinion will love me, and I hope I can keep loving people who I don’t necessarily share the same opinion with.With age comes wisdom. It’s also safer to praise Rowling today following woke’s significant decline and the author’s refusal to bow to the cancel culture mob.That’s courage, Hollywood-style.

The image was unforgettable.A grieving widow, standing before thousands, chose not to curse the darkness before her. Erika Kirk spoke words of grace instead of vengeance, forgiving the man who allegedly gunned down her husband. Days earlier in California, the family of slain pastor Felipe Ascencio had done the same, turning the other cheek even as sorrow filled the air.This is not politics guided by conscience. It's ideology married to contempt, unmoored from God, and unashamed of evil.Two funerals. Two acts of radical mercy. In an age of rage, such restraint is astonishing.Forgive, but resistThis deserves respect. In a culture where cruelty passes for cleverness and malice poses as morality, forgiveness stands out like a candle in the night. It is not weakness but strength, drawn from God and lived in public. It recalls Saint Stephen praying for his killers and Christ forgiving from the cross.To forgive when the mob demands fury is its own form of defiance. It unsettles a culture addicted to vengeance. But forgiveness is not a shield. Mercy eases the wound, but it does not stop the next bullet. That's the truth conservatives must face.We are not dealing with decent opponents who stumble now and then. We are dealing with a godless left that sees mercy as impotence. Leftists do not mourn their enemies; they mock them. Scroll through their comments after a killing — laughter, sneers, excuses. Watch their pundits explain why the victim had it coming.This is not politics guided by conscience. It's ideology married to contempt, unmoored from God, and unashamed of evil.Forgiveness is holy. But when it's met with ridicule, it signals that more blood can be spilled without cost. A movement that forgives but never fortifies will not survive. A church that turns the cheek but never guards the body will be broken. This age does not admire meekness; it exploits it. And those who delight in Charlie Kirk’s death will not be moved by hymns or prayers. They will be encouraged by them if nothing else follows.So what next?First, vigilance. Christians can no longer assume that sharing a country means sharing values. That illusion has been broken for years. Many Americans share a land, yet dream of different nations. In media, schools, and politics, hostility to faith, family, and country is open and unapologetic. The hatred is plain, and the influence is real.To look away is to invite defeat.Second, unity. The left thrives on division within the right, and too often it prevails. Grudges, disputes, and rivalries weaken those who should be standing shoulder to shoulder. A fractured right is an easy target. RELATED: How Erika Kirk answered the hardest question of all Win McNamee/Getty ImagesThird, cultural strength. Politics follows culture, and culture is where the left has won most ground. Leftists control classrooms, newsrooms, and streaming services, the feeds in every young person’s pocket. They shape imaginations before ballots are ever cast. To counter this, those on the right cannot retreat into nostalgia. They must build schools that teach truth, create art that uplifts, and support media that speaks with honesty about faith, family, and country.Culture shapes politics, and if culture is lost, the future is lost.Fourth, law and governance. Forgiveness mends hearts, but law restrains hands. A society that refuses to punish evil guarantees more of it. Prayers for the dead are not enough. There must be laws that protect churches, policies that guard families, courts that resist ideological pressure. To love an enemy does not mean allowing him to wage war.This is not a call to violence but a call to clarity. Steadfast in mercy — and mightHistory shows that kindness alone cannot conquer wickedness. Rome admired the martyrs, yet still threw them to the lions. Emperors preached justice while crucifixions lined the roads. Popes spoke of humility while selling indulgences. Dictators praised virtue while locking believers in prisons. Across ages and empires, evil has never yielded to gentle words. It retreats only before courage, conviction, and steadfast resistance.Forgive your enemy, but do not let him rule your household. Pray for his soul, but do not let his ideology shape your child’s classroom. Bless those who curse you, but do not hand them the levers of power they would use to curse your grandchildren.Erika Kirk’s words lifted eyes to heaven and shamed a culture of retribution. But if her forgiveness is mistaken for a strategy, we will see more widows, more orphans, and more funerals. Forgiveness is a balm, not a barricade. The barricade must be built by all decent Americans — through faith, family, unity, vigilance, and cultural strength.Two thousand years ago, Christ carried the cross and conquered death. Today, his followers are called to carry their own. Sometimes that means granting grace where none is earned. Sometimes it means resisting a culture sinking into decay.Always, it means standing firm — steadfast in mercy, steady in might — until right overcomes wrong and heaven defeats hell.