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 | Monday, December 29, 2025 | | | Good Morning! On this day in 1851, the first YMCA in the U.S. was opened at the Old South Church in Boston, Massachusetts, by Captain Thomas Valentine Sullivan, who envisioned it as a "home away from home" for young sailors on shore leave. Two of Little House on the Prairie’s most famous sisters are burying the hatchet, as we report in Etcetera below. Melissa Gilbert, 61, and Melissa Sue Anderson, 63, reunited over the weekend, publicly mending a rift more than 40 years after starring together on the NBC series—and today’s poll asks whether you ever watched the show. The Flyover Podcast is back after a break, with host Ayla Brown sharing podcast-exclusive stories on a major Midwest winter storm, the passing of a Mormon leader, and how a California high schooler got NASA begging on its knees to come work for them. Watch it here. Today’s sponsor, Rosetta Stone, is making it easier to finally follow through on your New Year’s goals by giving you lifetime access to 25 languages for a one-time price—so you can start speaking with confidence in just minutes a day. | | | |  Trump Meets Zelensky on Ukraine Peace
President Trump met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago on Sunday to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, hours after a "good and very productive" call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump said the two are 90% agreed on Zelensky's 20-point peace plan now under review by the Kremlin, though territorial issues in Donbas remain "very thorny," and suggested he'd be willing to travel to Ukraine to pitch parliament on ceding land to Russia. Russia launched over 2,100 drones and 94 missiles at Ukraine this week, with Saturday's assault alone killing two and wounding 27 while knocking out power in parts of Kyiv. Trump said peace is "closer than ever before" and plans to host Zelensky and European leaders in Washington next month. | $400K Lobster Heist Exposes Cargo Theft Crisis Thieves stole $400,000 worth of lobsters bound for Costco stores in Illinois and Minnesota by impersonating legitimate carriers with spoofed emails and burner phones after picking up the shipment in Taunton, Massachusetts. The FBI is investigating what appears to be part of an organized cargo theft ring, marking the second major seafood theft from the same Massachusetts facility in the same month. Cargo theft costs the U.S. economy between $15 billion and $35 billion annually, prompting Homeland Security Investigations to launch Operation Boiling Point earlier this year, targeting organized theft groups. The logistics company's CEO warned that the loss will ultimately drive up consumer prices as criminals increasingly target high-value freight while it's in transit. | French Icon Brigitte Bardot Dead at 91 Brigitte Bardot, the French screen siren who became an international celebrity in the 1956 film And God Created Woman before dedicating her life to animal rights activism, died Sunday at her home in southern France at age 91. Her tousled blonde hair and voluptuous figure made her so iconic that in 1969 her features were chosen as the model for Marianne, France's national emblem, appearing on statues, stamps, and coins. After retiring from film at the age of 39 in 1973, she became an animal rights activist, traveling to the Arctic to protest seal slaughter and earning France's Legion of Honor in 1985. You can see her life in photos here.
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| |  | | ➤ President Trump announced a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia on Sunday, his eighth conflict resolved in 11 months, while criticizing the United Nations for providing "very little assistance" in global peace efforts. (See Details) ➤ FBI Director Kash Patel threatened Somali fraudsters in Minnesota with denaturalization and deportation, calling the multimillion-dollar welfare scandal "just the tip of a very large iceberg" after dismantling a $250 million scheme. (See Details) ➤ Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi predicted Democrats will recapture the House in the 2026 midterms with Hakeem Jeffries as speaker, saying she has "no doubt" and her priority is winning back the chamber. (See Details) | |  | | ➤ The Browns’ defense dominated in a win over the Steelers on Sunday, 13-6, keeping the Ravens’ playoff hopes alive. (More) ➤ The Seahawks held on to the No. 1 seed in the NFC and tied the franchise’s most regular-season wins with a dominant 27-10 victory over the Panthers on Sunday. Zach Charbonnet carried the ball 18 times for 110 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Seattle offense. (More) ➤ Maxx Crosby, a Pro Bowl defensive end for the Raiders, shared a video of himself playing basketball and photos on a trampoline after being placed on injured reserve with a right knee injury, drawing criticism. (More) ➤ A 104-year-old World War II veteran, Dominick Critelli, performed the National Anthem on saxophone before the Islanders’ game against the Rangers on Saturday. (See Video) ➤ Yesterday’s Results: NFL | NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW | Soccer | |  | |  The Times Square New Year’s Eve ball will feature a brand new pyro display minutes after dropping, as the event commemorates the 250th anniversary of American independence. (More) British pantomimes are a beloved holiday tradition that runs from November to January, featuring fairy tales with music, slapstick comedy, and audience participation. (See Guide) Ivanka Trump celebrated Christmas in Aspen with husband Jared Kushner and their three children, sharing photos of the family skiing, creating vision boards by the fireplace, and enjoying their luxury chalet. (See Photos) Experience the freedom your feet were designed for with Grounded Footwear barefoot shoes. Lightweight, flexible, and foot-shaped, they promote natural movement, better balance, and all-day comfort. Whether walking, working, or traveling, these shoes help reduce pain and reconnect you to the ground with every step. (SHOP NOW) | |  | | ➤ Stocks hit near record highs to close out last week as the so-called "Santa Claus rally" continued to drive gains. (More) ➤ Marty Supreme, starring Timothée Chalamet, drew $27 million in box office sales over the four-day Christmas weekend—second only to the Avatar: The Way of Water re-release. (More) ➤ A ski patrol strike has caused Colorado's Telluride Ski Resort to shut down indefinitely as workers seek a new pay structure. Telluride owner Chuck Horning said the union rejected their "best and final offer" before striking. (More) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ Rare limited-time promotion might be the best welcome offer we've seen for a card like this. Our experts love this rare credit card offer for its long no-interest period on purchases and balance transfers, incredible cash-back rewards, and no annual fee. But act fast—this deal won't last forever! (LEARN MORE) | | Flying together with our sponsor
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➤ Guinea held its first national election since a 2021 coup on Sunday. Junta leader Gen. Mamadi Doumbouya maintained his place as head of the government and completed a four-year transition process. (More) ➤ Germany and the U.K. have signed a joint contract to purchase $72 million worth of modern artillery systems, signaling continued military cooperation between the two nations. (More) ➤ China proposed rules for AI chatbots requiring systems to align with "core socialist values," clearly identify as AI, allow users to delete history, and avoid replacing human relationships or creating addiction. (See Details) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ Amazon Prime members: See what you could get, no strings attached. If you shop regularly at Amazon or Whole Foods, this card could put hundreds back in your pocket each year. Get fast approval and an incredibly valuable welcome bonus deposited directly into your Amazon account—no extra spending required. For Prime members, it's a no-brainer, especially during this limited time. (LEARN MORE) | | |  | | ➤ New York City's MetroCard subway pass is being discontinued on Jan. 1, as the transit system switches fully to tap-and-go fare payments made by mobile devices or credit cards. (More) ➤ Melissa Gilbert, 61, and Melissa Sue Anderson, 63, reunited over the weekend, publicly mending a long-standing rift more than 40 years after playing sisters on NBC's Little House on the Prairie. (More) ➤ A father-son duo in Brownville, Maine, created a backyard deer feeding station with live-streaming cameras. Thousands of YouTube viewers watch as white-tailed deer munch on oats, apples, and acorns from wooden troughs. (Watch Deer) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ Talky AI Buds deliver crystal-clear sound, smart voice assistance, and hands-free convenience in one sleek design. Whether you're taking calls, listening to music, or using AI on the go, these earbuds make everyday tasks easier—without the high price of big-name brands. (SHOP NOW) | |  | | Did you ever watch Little House on the Prairie? - Yes
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