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text Detroit Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown Voices Concerns About Holiday Games Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown has shared his thoughts on the increasing trend of NFL games being scheduled on major holidays like Christmas. In a recent episode of his podcast, “St. Brown Podcast,” which he co-hosts with his brother Equanimeous, St. Brown expressed his feelings about playing on these days, especially considering the impact it has on players’ family time. The Detroit Lions have a long-standing tradition of playing on Thanksgiving Day. This year, in addition to their Thanksgiving game, they are also scheduled to play against…

In Arizona, five children will spend the holidays without their mom after a tragic event. Selena Felix, who was 30 years old, was found dead near her house in Phoenix early on December 22. Police say she had been shot several times. Officers looking into the case found a car that seemed suspicious. When they checked the license plate, they learned that the driver, Alexis Torres, 23, had been stopped for a traffic violation about an hour before. When police tried to stop Torres again, he ran away and hid in a nearby house. As police tried to talk to…

Celebrating Christmas: A Time for Family, Faith, and Tradition on Capitol Hill As the year comes to a close, many Americans look forward to spending time with family and celebrating time-honored traditions. Even on Capitol Hill, where lawmakers often face intense debates and complex issues, the spirit of Christmas brings a sense of unity and shared values. For some members of Congress, Christmas is a time to focus on family. Representative Byron Donalds shared his family tradition of enjoying Spanish bean soup and Cuban sandwiches on Christmas Eve, followed by a relaxing Christmas Day spent watching sports. Representative Eric Burlison…

A jazz concert planned for Christmas Eve at the Kennedy Center has been called off. This happened shortly after the announcement that President Trump’s name would be added to the well-known arts building in Washington, D.C. Chuck Redd, the musician who was supposed to host the holiday “Jazz Jams,” has been doing so at the Kennedy Center since 2006. He said he decided to cancel his show after seeing Trump’s name added to the building. Redd told the Associated Press that once he saw the name change on the Kennedy Center’s website and then on the building itself, he chose…

Nikole Hannah-Jones, a prominent figure at the New York Times known for her “1619 Project,” recently wrote an obituary for Joanne Chesimard, also known as Assata Shakur. Chesimard was convicted in 1977 for the murder of a New Jersey state trooper. Hannah-Jones’s piece raises questions about Chesimard’s guilt, stating that she was convicted by an “all-white jury” and that Chesimard claimed she didn’t shoot anyone and had her hands up when the shooting occurred. However, the article omits key details. The Times piece mentions the name of Chesimard, but fails to mention the name of the state trooper she killed.…

Christian Music Sees Unexpected Rise in Popularity NEW YORK – In a surprising turn, Christian and gospel music is gaining traction while overall music streams are slightly down, according to recent industry reports. The shift is driven by a new wave of artists connecting with younger listeners. These artists offer a fresh sound, and their focus on faith resonates strongly with their audience. Holly Zabka, president of Provident Entertainment, notes that Christian music is unique because it’s defined by its message, not just a specific sound. This allows for a wide range of styles, from rap to country, all sharing…

President Trump and First Lady Celebrate Christmas Eve with NORAD Santa Calls Palm Beach, Florida – On Christmas Eve, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump continued a beloved tradition by joining the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) in tracking Santa Claus. From their Mar-a-Lago home, the First Couple spoke with children across the nation, sharing in the excitement and wonder of the holiday season. For over six decades, NORAD has brought joy to families by providing updates on Santa’s journey around the world. This year was no different, as children eagerly called in to ask about Santa’s…

Miracle Baby Born Outside the Womb, Parents Credit Faith Bakersfield, CA – Suze Lopez and her husband, Andrew, are celebrating the arrival of their son, Ryu, a baby whose very existence defies medical odds. Ryu developed outside of his mother’s womb, a situation so rare that doctors are planning to document the case in a medical journal. Abdominal pregnancies, where the baby develops outside the uterus, occur in only 1 in 30,000 pregnancies. Full-term abdominal pregnancies are even rarer, with some doctors estimating they occur far less than 1 in a million births. Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse, was unaware she…

The Minnesota Vikings are facing uncertainty at the quarterback position as J.J. McCarthy has suffered another injury. After initially believing it was nothing serious, tests revealed a fracture in his throwing hand. This means Max Brosmer is now expected to start in the upcoming game against the Detroit Lions. To add depth, the Vikings have brought back Brett Rypien to the practice squad. Veteran John Wolford is also available to support Brosmer. McCarthy, who was drafted high in the 2024 draft, has only played in a small percentage of the games he could have due to injuries. When he has…

An Alabama man, Corey Oliver, 41, will spend his life in prison without parole for attacking a woman he was dating. Officials say that Oliver has a long history of breaking the law. A jury found him guilty in July of hurting and raping the woman. The attack involved beating and choking her, even using a knife. The District Attorney, CJ Robinson, mentioned that Oliver had many prior felony convictions and arrests. These started with drug and property crimes but got worse, turning into violent sex crimes. Robinson expressed relief that Oliver is now off the streets, unable to harm…