This Advent season, a leading expert on Christian persecution around the world and religious freedom issues weighed in on how to stay rooted in faith and key values — and how to remain focused on the … [Read more...] about This Advent, Jesus Christ ‘is the only hope we have for peace,’ says expert on religious freedom
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The Space Shuttle Challenger disaster of 1986 shook the foundations of space exploration
The catastrophic loss of the Space Shuttle Challenger on Jan. 28, 1986, stands as a haunting reminder of the immense risks and complexities involved in humanity's exploration of space.This event, … [Read more...] about The Space Shuttle Challenger disaster of 1986 shook the foundations of space exploration
On this day in history, December 9, 1965, ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ debuts to popular acclaim
"A Charlie Brown Christmas," a beloved holiday television tradition for generations of American families, debuted to overwhelming popular acclaim despite network fears of failure on this day in … [Read more...] about On this day in history, December 9, 1965, ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ debuts to popular acclaim
Banned! Man asks others on Reddit if he was wrong to object to his son-in-law living at his home
A man on Reddit was ultimately convinced by others on social media to allow his daughter, son-in-law and grandchild to move into his home, even though he initially did not allow the son-in-law to move … [Read more...] about Banned! Man asks others on Reddit if he was wrong to object to his son-in-law living at his home
Rabbi rips American universities as ‘cesspools of antisemitism’ amid the fallout from Israel-Hamas war
The leaders of several major American universities underscored the moral decay of much of academia this week, according to a leading rabbi in this country, when they failed to condemn publicly the … [Read more...] about Rabbi rips American universities as ‘cesspools of antisemitism’ amid the fallout from Israel-Hamas war
Holiday photo hunt: How fast can you find Santa’s missing red hat?
A graphic artist who designs seek-and-find puzzles is challenging your vision and attention to detail in this holiday-inspired puzzle that is centered around everyone's favorite man in a red suit.In … [Read more...] about Holiday photo hunt: How fast can you find Santa’s missing red hat?
Obtaining the look and feel of quiet luxury, a fashion trend that’s only growing
Quiet luxury is like that perfect cup of coffee or the bliss of finding a parking spot in a crowded city. It is about the rare joy found in life's understated pleasures. It's not the brashness of a … [Read more...] about Obtaining the look and feel of quiet luxury, a fashion trend that’s only growing
Immaculate Conception on December 8: Here’s what it is — and what it isn’t
Catholics around the world — who are already observing the first week of the Advent season — mark the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception on Thursday, Dec. 8, a day that signifies the conception of … [Read more...] about Immaculate Conception on December 8: Here’s what it is — and what it isn’t
Meet the American who scripted ‘A Christmas Story,’ Jean Shepherd, big-city shock jock and cultural contrarian
The movie "A Christmas Story" delights millions of American families each December with its holiday humor, childhood antics and idyllic images of Midwestern winters. Ralphie Parker’s dogged quest for … [Read more...] about Meet the American who scripted ‘A Christmas Story,’ Jean Shepherd, big-city shock jock and cultural contrarian
What color is the moon? Discover the color palette and celestial marvels of the night sky object
Gazing up at the moon, you can often be bewitched by its ever-changing shades of a silvery glow. The phenomenon of the moon appearing in different colors has intrigued sky gazers for centuries, … [Read more...] about What color is the moon? Discover the color palette and celestial marvels of the night sky object
