Monthly Archives: December 2025

LOOK: Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu comes home to a hero’s welcome in Mongolia after winning ONE world title

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A hero deserves a proper welcome, and newly minted ONE bantamweight MMA world champion Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu certainly got one on his return to Mongolia.

From the moment he stepped off the plane, the atmosphere was electric. Fans, friends, and family gathered to celebrate his incredible achievement and hard-fought journey to the top of the division.

Enkh-Orgil’s victory not only marks a significant milestone in his career but also brings pride and inspiration to his home country. His dedication and perseverance have made him a true champion, worthy of the warm reception he received.

Stay tuned for more updates on Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu’s journey and upcoming fights as he continues to represent Mongolia on the global MMA stage.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/mma/news-look-enkh-orgil-baatarkhuu-comes-home-hero-s-welcome-mongolia-winning-one-world-title

Tim Walz Blames White Men For Widespread Fraud in Somali Community (VIDEO)

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**Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Blames White Men for Fraud in Somali Community Amid $1 Billion Scandal**

*Published on 12/12/25 by Cristina Laila | The Gateway Pundit*

Minnesota Governor and former Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz recently made headlines by blaming white men for widespread fraud occurring within the Somali community in Minnesota. This revelation comes amid reports that a massive $1 billion fraud scheme took place largely through the Somali community—an incident that unfolded under Walz’s watch.

The scandal has drawn significant attention as investigations continue. The GOP-led Oversight Committee is actively probing the Somali fraud ring to uncover the details and hold those responsible accountable.

Critics argue that Governor Walz and the Democratic Party failed to prevent or address this extensive fraud, allowing it to happen on their watch. The controversy continues to fuel debates concerning accountability and governance in Minnesota.

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**Community Reactions**

Many commenters have weighed in on the issue, expressing a range of opinions:

– “Well, I guess he means it’s the ‘white man’s’ fault that they found out the fraud going on in the Somali community—or something, because ‘some people did something.’”

– Another pointed out, “Maybe a white man named Tim Walz.”

– “Yeah, he did it. He’s a white man that let them defraud his state,” added one user.

– Some offered a more sarcastic tone: “Tiny Timmy Tulips Tampons. What a guy. The best male ballerina MinniSota ever saw.”

– Others expressed frustration about the political implications: “With all this crap, how is it the Democrats’ election chances seem to get better and better?”

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**Investigation Ongoing**

The GOP Oversight Committee’s inquiry aims to shed more light on the fraud and the role various parties played, including possible regulatory oversights or complicity.

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BitGo obtém aprovação do OCC para se converter num banco fiduciário nacional com carta federal

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NOVA IORQUE – A BitGo Holdings, Inc. (“BitGo”), empresa de infraestruturas de ativos digitais, anunciou hoje que o Gabinete do Controlador da Moeda (“OCC”) aprovou o seu pedido para converter a BitGo Trust Company, Inc., uma empresa fiduciária com carta federal emitida no Dakota do Sul, num banco nacional denominado BitGo Bank & Trust, National Association (N.A.).

Com a aprovação da conversão pelo OCC, a subsidiária BitGo Trust Company passa a operar como BitGo Bank & Trust, National Association, ampliando sua capacidade de oferecer serviços financeiros avançados e reforçando sua posição no mercado de ativos digitais.
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Scientists draw the first detailed map of the Sun’s “point of no return”

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Astronomers have created the first continuous, two-dimensional maps of the outer edge of the Sun’s atmosphere, revealing a dynamic and changing boundary where solar material finally escapes into space. This boundary, known as the Alfvén surface, marks the point where the Sun’s powerful magnetic influence can no longer hold back the solar wind. Once particles cross this line, they are gone for good, streaming out to shape space throughout the solar system.

The new maps were produced by scientists at the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian, who combined distant observations with close-up measurements from NASA’s Parker Solar Probe. Their work shows that the Sun’s atmospheric edge is far from smooth or fixed. Instead, it grows larger, rougher, and more spiky as the Sun becomes more active, and shrinks and smooths out when activity quiets down.

For years, scientists have known that this boundary shifts over the Sun’s roughly 11-year activity cycle, but until now they could only estimate its shape from afar. “To answer big questions about why the Sun’s outer atmosphere is so hot, we first need to know exactly where this boundary is,” said lead author Sam Badman. The new maps finally provide that missing clarity.

What makes this achievement especially important is that the maps were directly confirmed using data from Parker Solar Probe, which has repeatedly plunged deep into the Sun’s atmosphere. Using an instrument called SWEAP, developed by the CfA and the University of California, Berkeley, the probe measured particles and magnetic conditions below the Alfvén surface itself. This allowed scientists to test their maps against real, in-person data from one of the most extreme environments ever explored by a spacecraft.

The Alfvén surface acts like the Sun’s true outer edge. Inside it, magnetic waves can still travel faster than the solar wind, keeping material connected to the Sun. Outside it, the solar wind wins, carrying energy and particles across the solar system.

Understanding where this boundary lies helps scientists better predict space weather, including solar storms that can disrupt satellites, power grids, and communications on Earth.

The findings also reach beyond our own star. By learning how the Sun’s atmosphere behaves over time, researchers can improve models of other stars and better understand how stellar activity affects the habitability of planets orbiting them.

As the Sun continues its activity cycle, the research team plans to keep watching. Future dives by Parker Solar Probe, especially during the next quiet phase of the Sun, will help scientists see how this remarkable boundary changes over a full solar cycle, opening the door to deeper insights into how stars live and evolve.
https://knowridge.com/2025/12/scientists-draw-the-first-detailed-map-of-the-suns-point-of-no-return/

Netflix Sets ‘The Lincoln Lawyer’ Season 4 Premiere Date

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The Lincoln Lawyer will soon be driving back to Netflix for Season 4. Deadline reports that the fourth season of the legal drama will premiere on Thursday, February 5.

The series is based on the bestselling novels by Michael Connelly, who also serves as an executive producer. Season 4 draws inspiration from the sixth book in The Lincoln Lawyer series, *The Law of Innocence*.

In the upcoming season, Mickey Haller (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo) faces his toughest case yet. He and his team work tirelessly to prove his innocence in the murder of a former client, Sam Scales (Christopher Thornton). To clear his name, they must unravel Sam’s final scam, forcing them to go head-to-head with the DA’s office, the FBI, and ghosts from Mickey’s own past.

Season 4 picks up following the major cliffhanger at the end of Season 3. Mickey was arrested after a dead body was found in the trunk of his car, and it turns out to be the body of a client. Defending himself during the trial, Mickey will be going up against prosecutor Dana Berg (Constance Zimmer), who apparently has ties to his first ex-wife, Maggie (Neve Campbell).

The Lincoln Lawyer also stars Becki Newton, Jazz Raycole, and Angus Sampson. Additional cast members include Krista Warner, Elliott Gould, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Marcus Henderson, Gigi Zumbado, Scott Lawrence, Lana Parilla, Sasha Alexander, Cobie Smulders, Kacey Montoya, Jason O’Mara, Jason Butler Harner, Javon Johnson, Kyle Richards, and Nancy Silverton.

Creator David E. Kelley serves as an executive producer alongside Ted Humphrey, who developed *The Lincoln Lawyer* for television. Humphrey also co-showruns the series with executive producer Dailyn Rodriguez. Other executive producers include Michael Connelly, Ross Fineman, Barry Jossen, Tana Jamieson, Matthew J. Lieberman, and Gladys Rodriguez.

The series is produced by A+E Studios. Fans can look forward to a thrilling new season as Mickey Haller fights to clear his name and seek justice.
https://popculture.com/streaming/news/netflix-sets-the-lincoln-lawyer-season-4-premiere-date/

Carmelo Anthony Reflects on ‘Surreal’ Full Circle Moment with son Kiyan Anthony as His Son Proudly Reps Syracuse Roots

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It was a full-circle moment for Carmelo Anthony as he watched his son, Kiyan Anthony, play for Syracuse—his own alma mater.

Kiyan’s performance on the court clearly left his father impressed, evoking a strong sense of déjà vu for many Orange fans.

Seeing the next generation carry forward the legacy at Syracuse added an emotional and inspiring chapter to the Anthony family story.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/news-carmelo-anthony-reflects-surreal-full-circle-moment-son-kiyan-anthony-his-son-proudly-reps-syracuse-roots

Shorthanded No. 7 Maryland women’s basketball dismantles Delaware State, 91-21

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No. 7 Maryland women’s basketball returned home from its most physical matchup of the season to likely its easiest. The Terps defeated Minnesota in double overtime after trailing by nine with just 45 seconds left. In contrast, Wednesday’s game against Delaware State was a dominant performance, as Maryland allowed its fewest points in team history in a commanding 91-21 win at the Xfinity Center.

Maryland (12-0, 1-0 Big Ten) leaned on non-typical starters in this matchup. Head coach Brenda Frese rested two of her stars, Addi Mack and Saylor Poffenbarger, both dealing with ankle injuries. Poffenbarger was even seen wearing a boot on her left foot. The duo had each played 48 minutes against Minnesota in the thrilling one-point victory.

The new starting five featured Kyndal Walker, Mir McLean, Oluchi Okananwa, Yarden Garzon, and Isi Ozzy-Momodu. McLean appears to be filling the role left by Kaylene Smikle, who announced she will be undergoing season-ending knee surgery. This adjustment highlights the importance of Maryland’s depth amid these unfortunate injuries.

The Terps came out strong with a 12-0 run to start the game. Garzon, who made a crucial three-pointer in the first overtime against Minnesota, continued her hot shooting by sinking her first two shots behind the arc and quickly scored eight points. Unlike many of her teammates, Garzon played the entire game without a break, showcasing the scoring talent Indiana recognized her for. She matched a team-high with 18 points on 50 percent shooting. Normally a facilitator with a team-high 39 assists this season, Garzon’s scoring presence was on full display.

Similarly, Okananwa saw limited rest and played well into the fourth quarter. The Duke transfer contributed 18 points and three steals, including an impressive steal and layup in the final minute of the third quarter that energized the team. Her speed and defensive presence were evident throughout the game.

Coach Frese also used this opportunity to experiment with her post players, rotating between Breanna Williams, Ozzy-Momodu, and Marya Boiko—three athletes who bring different looks and skill sets to the position. Williams noted after last week’s win over Mount St. Mary’s that this trio allows Maryland to adjust and match up effectively against various opponents.

Ozzy-Momodu posted her first double-double as a Terp after returning to the starting lineup for the first time since November 16 against Princeton. In the second quarter, Williams made a strong contribution by pulling up for a layup, drawing a foul for a three-point play, and adding her second three-pointer of the season. Boiko added her own flair with a reverse layup under the basket in the fourth quarter.

Looking ahead, Maryland has just one nonconference opponent remaining in their schedule—Central Connecticut State in nine days. With several key players sidelined, the Terps will need all the rest they can get for their stars. Their bench depth has been reduced by 20% due to season-ending injuries to Smikle, Lea Bartelme, and Ava McKennie, making the contributions from role players all the more critical as Maryland strives to maintain its undefeated record.
https://dbknews.com/2025/12/10/maryland-womens-basketball-score-recap-result-delaware-state/

Lele Pons joins the beloved Jim Henson characters for a new holiday special

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Let’s get ready to rock! Fraggle Rock, that is. The beloved Jim Henson characters are back with a new holiday special, and Miami’s own Lele Pons is joining in on the fun!

Lele Pons and Fraggle Rock share a playful exchange:
Lele Pons: “So you are a.”
Fraggle Rock: “Fraggle!”
Lele Pons: “Fraggle.”
Fraggle Rock: “Fraggle.”
Lele Pons: “Fraggle.”
Fraggle Rock: “Fraaaagle.”
Lele Pons: “Fraggle.”
Fraggle Rock: “Yeah!”
Lele Pons: “I like saying that. It’s fun to say.”

Fraggle. Fraggle. Fraggle. Lele’s right—that is fun to say!

The social media superstar and singer lends her voice and her wisdom to Gobo in *The First Snow of Fraggle Rock*. She’s helping him find inspiration for his annual holiday song.

Deco caught up with Lele earlier to talk about the special and ask her what signature Miami things she’d think would be fun to introduce to the Fraggle Rock world.

Lele shared, “LIV and jet-skis and boats. That’d be sick. Or a Bad Bunny concert. That’s super insane. They’d be like, ‘Why is everybody acting so weird? What is that drink that they’re drinking?’ Nothing! It’s just water.”

We do love water, among other things, here in South Florida!

*The First Snow of Fraggle Rock* is now streaming on Apple TV+.

Copyright.
https://wsvn.com/entertainment/deco-drive/lele-pons-joins-the-beloved-jim-henson-characters-for-a-new-holiday-special/

Hegseth, Bradley and the Venezuela boat strikes: Who is legally responsible?

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Amid intensifying scrutiny over U.S. military strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean, questions are emerging about who in the Trump administration’s chain of command is legally responsible for what many view as potential war crimes.

Administration officials have insisted that the decision rested with Adm. Frank Bradley, not Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5643557-hegseth-bradley-legal-liability/

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Florida ended UConn’s quest for a third consecutive national championship last March, so revenge will clearly be on the minds of the Huskies. Despite winning it all last season, Florida is off to a shaky 5-3 start. UConn is a 4.5-point favorite on Tuesday night.

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