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A Year of Faith and Devotion: Capturing the World's Spiritual Moments

December 10, 2025

In 2025, photographers from the Associated Press documented a wide range of spiritual practices and religious events across the globe. One striking image shows a vast crowd gathered in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican for Pope Francis' funeral, while another captures a single woman in Uruguay honor

celebrities

Celebs Turning a Year Wiser on December 4, 2025

December 4, 2025

December 4, 2025, marks the birthday of several well-known figures in entertainment. Among them are rapper Jay-Z, comedian Fred Armisen, and actor Jeff Bridges, each adding another candle to their cake. These celebrities have made significant marks in their respective fields, and their birthdays off

entertainment

Social Media's Dark Side: A Horror Film's Bold Take

December 4, 2025

Horror movies have always been a mirror to society's fears. Today, those fears are increasingly tied to the digital world. Kurtis David Harder, a seasoned horror director, is using this fear to craft a chilling narrative in his new film, Influencers. This movie is a follow-up to his 2023 thriller, I

entertainment

Super Bowl LX: A Celebration of Music and Inclusivity

December 1, 2025

The Super Bowl is not just about football; it's a massive stage for music and culture. This year, the NFL has lined up an impressive lineup for the pregame show. Brandi Carlile, Charlie Puth, and Coco Jones will take the stage before the big game. The event will happen at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Cla

business

Michael Burry's Wild Substack Chat Takes Off

November 29, 2025

Michael Burry, the investor who made a name for himself by predicting the housing market crash, has started a new group chat on Substack. It's been a whirlwind since he invited his paid subscribers to join in. Burry recently switched gears from managing a hedge fund to running a Substack called "Ca

religion

Navigating Religious Displays in Public Spaces

November 28, 2025

The First Amendment's Establishment Clause is a balancing act. It prevents the government from favoring one religion while protecting everyone's right to practice their faith. This can get tricky, especially during the holiday season when cities want to celebrate. The Supreme Court has ruled that r

lifestyle

Swiss Innovation Wins Big with Customizable Reading Glasses

November 26, 2025

In a groundbreaking move, a Swiss startup has introduced a new way to customize reading glasses. The product, called read on light customized, was launched in September 2025 and has already won a prestigious award. The German Design Award 2026 in the category of Excellent Product Design – Lifestyle

sports

Cal's New Chapter: Wilcox Out, Rolovich Takes Over

November 24, 2025

Cal's football program is at a turning point. Justin Wilcox, the head coach for the past nine years, has been let go. This decision comes after a season that saw the team go 6-5, barely missing out on a winning record. The Golden Bears' loss to Stanford, a game they were expected to win, seems to ha

health

Baby Formula Woes: Parents Seek Answers on Early Botulism Cases

November 22, 2025

Parents are raising concerns about potential early cases of infant botulism linked to ByHeart baby formula. While health officials are currently investigating over 30 cases since August, some families claim their babies fell ill much earlier, possibly as far back as November 2024. California health

education

Georgia Schools Say Goodbye to Phones, Hello to Better Grades

November 13, 2025

Georgia is making a big move to keep phones out of elementary and middle schools. Starting next year, all public schools in these grades will have to lock up phones and other gadgets. This isn't new for many schools, but now it's the law. Teachers love this idea. A big survey showed that 92% of the