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Russian President Vladimir Putin issued an apology to the president of Azerbaijan for the passenger airplane crash in Kazakhstan that killed 38 people. “Vladimir Putin apologized for the fact that the tragic incident occurred in Russian airspace,” the Kremlin said, according to NBC News. “The Kremlin press office confirmed in a statement on Saturday that Russia’s air defense systems were active when the plane attempted to land in Grozny, the capital of Russia’s Chechen Republic. The aircraft was unable to reach the airport and diverted eastward, ultimately crashing near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing at least 38 people on board,” The Epoch Times wrote. BREAKING: Putin Apologizes to Azerbaijan After Deadly Plane Crash in Russian Airspace Russian President Vladimir Putin has apologized for the fact that an Azerbaijan Airlines flight crashed after entering Russian airspace, but did not say whether Russia was responsible for the… — The Epoch Times (@EpochTimes) December 28, 2024 Per NBC News: The airliner had “repeatedly attempted to land” at the Grozny airport, Putin told Ilham Aliyev, which at the time was being “attacked by Ukrainian combat drones.” Russian air defense systems “repelled these attacks,” Putin said. He did not say if the plane was hit by Russian air defenses but the Kremlin said that an investigation was underway and civilian and military specialists were being interrogated. The Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash-landed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan on Christmas day, killing 38 of the 67 people on board. According to a readout by Aliyev’s office, the Azerbaijan president told Putin of the evidence suggesting “external physical and technical interference,” specifying that it happened in Russian airspace. BREAKING: Vladimir Putin apologized to Azerbaijan for the "tragic" downing of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane on Christmas Day. But he stopped short of saying Russia was responsible for the crash.https://t.co/p3hEd46Ym2 pic.twitter.com/ctaPTlMrgH — POLITICOEurope (@POLITICOEurope) December 28, 2024 A U.S. official previously told media outlets that a Russian anti-aircraft system may have shot down the Azerbaijan Airlines plane. Footage shows the aircraft hurtling towards the ground and bursting into flames upon impact. WATCH: #BREAKING | An Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer E190 from Baku to Grozny crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, with 72 people aboard. Originally bound for Grozny, it was redirected to Makhachkala and Aktau, circling before requesting an emergency landing. #Airways #News pic.twitter.com/jz6UNAmFE4 — Airways Magazine (@airwaysmagazine) December 25, 2024 WATCH: An Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed after requesting an emergency landing in Kazakhstan. At least 28 people survived the crash. pic.twitter.com/e9gSQ1ffu9 — Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) December 25, 2024 “The man who filmed a video for his wife as the Azerbaijan Airlines fell from the sky, miraculously survived, filmed another video showing apparent shrapnel damage. It is now suspected that the plane crashed after being hit by Russian air defenses. Subkhon Rakhimov, the man who filmed the video, shared footage of damage towards the rear of the plane,” Collin Rugg wrote. “Survivors say there was an explosion outside the plane before it went down. Reports say Russian air defenses hit the plane thinking it was a Ukrainian drone. Only 29 people survived,” he added. WATCH: NEW: The man who filmed a video for his wife as the Azerbaijan Airlines fell from the sky, miraculously survived, filmed another video showing apparent shrapnel damage. It is now suspected that the plane crashed after being hit by Russian air defenses. Subkhon Rakhimov, the man… pic.twitter.com/Gln20M8FjL — Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) December 26, 2024 From the Associated Press: Putin’s apology came as allegations mounted that the plane had been shot down by Russian air defenses attempting to deflect a Ukrainian drone strike near Grozny, the regional capital of the Russian republic of Chechnya. An official Kremlin statement issued Saturday said that air defense systems were firing near Grozny airport as the airliner “repeatedly” attempted to land there on Wednesday. It did not explicitly say one of these hit the plane. The statement said Putin apologized to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev “for the fact that the tragic incident occurred in Russian airspace.” The readout said Russia has launched a criminal probe into the incident, and Azerbaijani state prosecutors have arrived in Grozny to participate. The Kremlin also said that “relevant services” from Russia, Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan are jointly investigating the crash site near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.

According to The Wall Street Journal writers, The progressive moment is over—at least for now. The writers say politics is swinging to the right as a result of the working class’s concern about the economy and immigration. Also, there is “growing fatigue with issues from climate change to identity politics.” Donald Trump’s return has a […] The post WSJ: Progressive Global Movement Is Over or Is it? appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

As we prepare to enter the new year, we’re taking you back to some of The Daily Wire’s best reporting from 2024. This article was originally published on November 22.  Earlier this year, a Minnesota hospital issued a profuse apology to staff after failing to abide by its “values of respect and justice” — by giving out free Chick-fil-A. Staff at Essentia Health in Duluth complained about the free sandwiches available in the St. Mary’s Medical Center’s atrium, an email chain obtained by The Daily Wire shows. “Please spread the word that Chick-fil-A will be handing out free sandwiches” from 2:15 to 3:30 p.m. wrote Tammy Kritzer, senior vice president for regional operations at Essentia Health. Several health care professionals responded indignantly. ?EXCLUSIVE: Read the emails from the “courageous” hospital staffers who complained about free Chick-fil-A The Minnesota hospital later apologized profusely for allowing the free lunch pic.twitter.com/frs6ESESBN — Mairead Elordi (@JohnsonHildy) November 22, 2024 “Chick-fil-A is an Anti-LGBTQ+ business and I would not recommend supporting them in any way. We need to protect vulnerable communities during this time and at all times,” one male licensed practical nurse wrote. “I’m not sure Essentia realizes the message they are sending to their LGBTQ+ employees (or patients) with this affiliation. The sandwiches might be free, but the implicit endorsement certainly has a cost,” wrote a medical laboratory scientist whose email signature has “they/them” pronouns. The emails critical of Chick-fil-A got dozens of thumbs up and heart emoji reactions, while another message suggesting the staffers calm down did not get such a warm response. “It is just a Sandwich,” one employee responded. “Plenty of the items Essentia Health uses in the healthcare industry to include supplies and equipment were likely made in China. It doesn’t mean that Essentia supports communism or government oppression.” Chick-fil-A has drawn the ire of LGBT activists over the years, who have boycotted and staged protests over the company donating to groups like the Salvation Army, which activists claim has “a record of anti-LGBTQ discrimination.” In fact, the company emphasizes that it “values diversity, equity and inclusion” and does not discriminate or tolerate harassment on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. Some cities have prevented Chick-fil-A from opening locations at their airports, including Buffalo, New York, and San Antonio, Texas. The chain famously does not open on Sundays to honor the Lord’s Day, Chick-fil-A’s founder explained, likely causing it to lose more than $1 billion a year. Later in the day, Kritzer, the hospital administrator, who has “she/her” pronouns in her email signature, wrote to staff apologizing for the free lunch. “We have received feedback from some colleagues who were concerned or offended by this occurrence, and we value colleagues feeling comfortable expressing their reservations,” Kritzer wrote. “We would like to thank our colleagues who had the courage to speak up to widen our lens of inclusivity, and we appreciate all colleagues continuing to live our values of respect and justice,” she said. The hospital distanced itself from Chick-fil-A in the email, writing that the free lunch was “not intended to endorse a business or business practices,” the email said. “We respect all we are honored to serve and employ, and situations such as these are an important reminder to consider all viewpoints. As we strive to be thoughtful and inclusive as an organization, we will have learnings along the way,” the email read. “In the words of Maya Angelou, when we know better, we do better,” the email concluded. “Thank you for giving us grace, as we work to be better, together.” The hospital did not respond to a request for comment. Essentia Health is a Catholic hospital system with a mission to “promote Christ’s ministry of holistic healing for all human life with special concern for the poor and powerless.” However, Essentia provides cross-sex hormones and more to minors. According to the Stop The Harm database, Essentia has performed at least five sex change operations on minors.

It’s been a tough year for Kevin Costner and Jennifer Lopez in the relationship department. Each has been embroiled in a high-profile divorce. Jen married Ben Affleck in July 2022 and filed for divorce in August 2024. Kevin and Christine Baumgartner married in September 2004 and stayed together for 18 years before she filed for divorce in 2023. The holidays can be difficult after a breakup, but Jennifer Lopez and Kevin Costner seemed to have the same idea for a little Christmas fun. They were each spotted at Kemo Sabe in Aspen at the same time on December 27, according to Page Six. We’re not sure if the pair actually spent any time together, but it appears they have similar tastes. Jennifer Lopez and Kevin Costner spotted at popular Aspen hotspot together after high-profile divorces https://t.co/ttq2QjCqhp pic.twitter.com/XcRN9DQZFq— Page Six (@PageSix) December 28, 2024 Kevin Costner And Jennifer Lopez Looked Like They Had Fun JLo looked stylish in a black turtleneck and bun. Kevin, too, looked like a star, opting for sunglasses and a winter coat. Though they spent the evening as singles, Kevin and Jen enjoyed their holiday time. Jennifer shared a few Instagram posts during Christmas that showed her family enjoying the winter weather. She posted a video on Christmas Eve that said, “Merry Christmas Eve to you and yours.” Fans commented, “May your Christmas be filled with love, and the warmth of cherished moments with family and friends. Wishing you endless joy & blessings.” Another wrote, “Merry Christmas to you and your family Jenny, I hope your Christmas is filled with so much love and joy you deserve it so so much, I love you.” Kevin, on the other hand, didn’t post about his family but signed copies of Horizon: American Saga for a giveaway. A fan wrote, “Mr. Costner I am one of your biggest fans have followed you since the beginning of your career you are truly an amazing writer, actor, director, and father may you continue please to bless us with your magnificent work thank you for giving us your all.” Could Kevin Coster and Jennifer Lopez’ have more in common than a love for Aspen? Only time will tell. This story’s featured image is by River Callaway/WWD via Getty Images. The post Kevin Costner And Jennifer Lopez Are All Smiles As They Visit Aspen appeared first on InspireMore.

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The world is moving to the right politically. Argentina moved far to the right, electing a conservative, no-nonsense president, Javier Milei. The liberal Justin Trudeau government of Canada is about to fall. The Democrat mayor of Dallas is now a Republican. The prime minister of France has been forced out. Eric Adams, the mayor of New York, is starting to parrot Trumpisms, and Donald Trump won both the Electoral College and the popular vote to resume the presidency. Perhaps it is time for Chicago to follow suit. Chicago deserves a mayor who will put the interests of Chicagoans and American citizens first. The people of Chicago celebrated when then-Mayor Lori Lightfoot lost her bid for re-election in February 2023, becoming the first mayor in 40 years to not reach the general election. There was a sense of hope. Certainly, neither of the candidates on the ballot, Paul Vallas or Brandon Johnson, could be a worse choice. Then the voters of Chicago said to the world, “Hold my beer,” and elected Brandon Johnson, who has proven to be more radical and polarizing than his predecessor. Mayor Johnson has failed to address crime, poverty, homelessness, and the flight of major businesses and their educated workforce from the city. Instead, the mayor has decided to focus on illegal immigrants, even doubling down on his position since the re-election of Donald Trump. Johnson has claimed that Chicago will not allow Chicago Police officers to help Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents deport illegal immigrants, stating, “We will not bend or break. … We will not be stopped, and we will not go back.” But Mayor Johnson failed in his political calculus. He abandoned the people who propelled him into office in favor of people who are in the city illegally, taking taxpayer resources away from the city’s American citizens who need assistance. And those constituents are not going quietly into that good night. Chicagoans are so irate that they shouted down the mayor during a recent city meeting to discuss his budget, with one resident, a person of color, stating, “You caused all this money to go to illegal immigrants. … Anything you pass is not genuine.” Another resident accused the mayor of failing to “protect the people of Chicago from invasion.” Things became so heated that the mayor had the public removed from the meeting. But it isn’t just the mayor’s love of illegal immigrants over American citizens. He has failed at every turn of his administration; he is simply out of touch with his constituency. Johnson doesn’t want to address the issues that matter to Chicagoans. “We’ve watched him gush over a $1.5 billion proposal to redo Soldier Field, put $400 million toward migrant care only to evict families, and spend $30,000 in campaign finances on hair and makeup. Perhaps that’s why only 28% of Chicagoans view him favorably.” Brandon Johnson has failed the people who voted him into office, people of color from poor neighborhoods. Those mothers and fathers do not care about the use of preferred pronouns; they do not want men in women’s locker rooms; and they do not want money going to illegal immigrants. They want to ensure that their children can walk to and from school without being shot. They want their children to be able to read once they graduate from high school; and they want their neighborhoods to be safe, demanding more policing, not less. Chicago needs a law-and-order mayor who will protect the interests of the city’s forgotten people: poor people of color who are tired of failed city policies. Chicagoans deserve a mayor who will fight crime, enable police to do their job, and ensure the education of the city’s underserved population. Chicago deserves a mayor who will put the interests of Chicagoans and American citizens first, above the interests of those who have broken the law to be here. Chicago needs a new mayor. Perhaps it is time for us to elect the first Republican mayor in over 100 years.