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When Joke Swap Backfired on Live TV

December 21, 2025

The Christmas episode of Saturday Night Live is known for its fun tradition: a joke swap between Colin Jost and Michael Che. But this year, things took an unexpected turn. Michael Che surprised Colin Jost by pulling off a prank. Jost was caught off guard. He said, \\"You told me we weren't doing thi

entertainment

A Look at Rob Reiner's Legacy on Saturday Night Live

December 21, 2025

Rob Reiner, a beloved figure in comedy and film, left a lasting mark on Saturday Night Live. Recently, the show paid tribute to him during its Christmas episode, hosted by Ariana Grande. This was the first episode since Reiner and his wife Michele passed away under tragic circumstances. Reiner's co

entertainment

Pandora's Latest Adventure: A Look at Avatar: Fire and Ash and Other Box Office Newcomers

December 21, 2025

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" kicked off with $88 million in the U. S. over its opening weekend. This is a solid start, but it's a drop from the $134 million debut of "Avatar: The Way of Water" in 2022. The big question now is how well this latest trip to Pandora will perform during the holiday season. Th

religion

A Hidden Gem in New Mexico: Where Silence Speaks Louder Than Words

December 21, 2025

In the heart of New Mexico, far from the hustle and bustle of city life, lies a unique sanctuary. The Monastery of Christ in the Desert is a place where silence is golden, and the only sounds you'll hear are the chants of monks and the gentle flow of the Chama River. This monastery is home to 15 mon

entertainment

Ariana Grande's Funny and Heartfelt SNL Return

December 21, 2025

The last Saturday Night Live of 2025 started with a bang. Donald Trump, played by James Austin Johnson, gave a warning about "arctic immigrants" sneaking in through chimneys. He also talked about some made-up achievements, like renaming the Kennedy Center and invading "Venezuelar" alone. Johnson's p

entertainment

Bowen Yang's Musical Exit from SNL

December 21, 2025

Bowen Yang's last appearance on "Saturday Night Live" was a big deal. He chose to say goodbye with a song. This is not new. Other cast members have done the same before. Kristen Wiig, for example, had a rockstar send-off. Mick Jagger and Arcade Fire played for her. Cecily Strong also had a musical

politics

New Settlements Spark Tensions in the West Bank

December 21, 2025

The Israeli government has given the green light for 19 new Jewish settlements in the West Bank, a move that has stirred up a lot of controversy. This decision is part of a larger trend of expanding settlements in the area, with a total of 69 new ones approved in recent years. The latest approval br

religion

China's Big Move Against a Secret Church

December 21, 2025

In a bold move, Chinese authorities targeted a large underground church network. They didn't hold back. Police stormed a Sunday service, handcuffed a pastor during a senior retreat, and even showed up at a pastor's home late at night. This wasn't a one-time thing. It was a coordinated effort. Pasto

politics

Cartoons Critique: Economy, Health Care, and More

December 21, 2025

The economy was a hot topic this week. President Donald Trump gave a big speech about it. He said former President Joe Biden is to blame for high prices. But not everyone agrees. A recent poll shows only 33% of people approve of Trump's handling of the economy. Cartoonists had a field day with this

education

A Farm Where Faith and Farming Meet

December 21, 2025

Zeeland's Critter Barn is not just a place for kids to learn about animals. It's also a place where they can learn about the Bible. One of the ways they do this is through their Live Nativity shows. Every week, from Tuesday to Saturday, a group of kids called the Critter Crew puts on a show. They t