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Bethlehem's Christmas Celebrations: A Glimpse of Joy Amid Ongoing Struggles

December 25, 2025

Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus, saw Christmas celebrations return after a two-year break, but the joy was muted by the harsh realities faced by Palestinians in the West Bank. The Church of Nativity hosted morning mass, with crowds gathering in Manger Square for the first time since the festiviti

politics

Christmas Without Dad: A Family's Fight Against Immigration Policies

December 25, 2025

In San Francisco, a family is facing a Christmas without their loved one due to immigration policies. Roxana, a mother of three, is struggling to keep her family together after her partner, Joel, was detained by immigration agents. The couple, both from Honduras, had built a life in the US, working

entertainment

A Spanish Sports Drama Bites the Dust on Netflix

December 25, 2025

Netflix has decided to pull the plug on its Spanish sports drama, Olympo, after just one season. This show was all about young athletes pushing their limits at a top-notch training center in the Pyrenees. Despite a solid audience score of 75% on Rotten Tomatoes, it seems the streaming giant wasn't c

entertainment

A Deep Dive into Netflix's Mindhunter: Why It's Still Worth Watching

December 25, 2025

Mindhunter, a crime thriller series, has been a staple on Netflix for years. It's a show that many people love, and it's easy to see why. The series, which started in 2017, follows two FBI agents as they interview serial killers to understand their minds. It's a unique concept that keeps viewers hoo

finance

Smart Stock Picks for the Holidays: Experts Share Their Top Choices

December 25, 2025

Investing in stocks can be a thoughtful gift, and several finance experts have shared their top picks for the holiday season. Nvidia is one of the top choices, with a predicted return of 38% by 2025. Louis Navellier, a Wall Street veteran, believes that Nvidia is a safe bet due to its monopoly statu

health

Rural Health Funding: A Closer Look at the $50 Billion Question

December 25, 2025

Rural health care is in dire need of support. A $50 billion fund is up for grabs, but states are in the dark about how it will be split. By the end of December, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) must reveal its plans for this money. Half of the fund is already earmarked, with each

health

Massachusetts Faces Health Insurance Crisis: Governor Seeks Solutions

December 25, 2025

Massachusetts is in a tough spot with health insurance. Thousands of people are losing coverage or struggling to find affordable plans. Governor Maura Healey is looking for ways to help them. She mentioned this on GBH News' Boston Public Radio. The problem started with the end of enhanced premium t

opinion

Building a Fairer Australia for a Peaceful Christmas

December 25, 2025

Christmas is around the corner. People are thinking about peace. But peace is not just a wish. It needs work. The world is not fair. Some have more. Others have less. This makes people unhappy. It can lead to anger and division. Money is moving up. The rich get richer. The poor stay poor. Basic ser

education

Harford County Schools Tighten Hiring Rules After Controversial Hire

December 25, 2025

Harford County's schools are making big changes to how they hire teachers. This comes after a news report revealed that a man with serious charges was hired to teach. The school board president, Aaron Poynton, created a new policy to make sure this doesn't happen again. The new rules say that if so

lifestyle

Tidy Up: Smart Ways to Manage Your Cables

December 25, 2025

Cables are a common problem. They can make any space look messy and even cause accidents. But there are simple and affordable solutions to keep them in check. If you want to hide your cables, consider the MITTZON steel box. It's a great way to conceal power strips and extra cables. It costs about $