Pope Leo, the first pope from the United States, delivered a powerful message during a Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter's Basilica. He emphasized that rejecting the poor and strangers is like turning away from God. This idea was central to his sermon, which drew parallels between the birth of Jesus i
Becca Bloom, a well-known influencer, has been sharing her family's extravagant Christmas traditions with her 5 million TikTok followers. This time, her husband, David Pownall, surprised her with a lavish gift on day 22 of her advent calendar. In a video posted on December 23, Bloom is seen lying i
The holiday season often brings a mix of emotions. It's a time to reflect, celebrate, and be grateful. But with the world facing so many challenges, it's hard to feel festive. Alison Tan, a food designer from Hong Kong, knows this struggle well. She remembers a Christmas filled with grief after the
In Petaluma, the St. Vincent de Paul Church is buzzing with activity. Advent services are in full swing, offering solace and spiritual reinforcement to those who attend. It's a time of reflection and preparation for the faithful. A new face, Leticia Flores, recently joined the congregation. After a
Southern California faced an unexpected challenge this Christmas Eve. A powerful winter storm hit the region, causing flash floods and debris flows. This led to road closures and forced evacuations in parts of Los Angeles. The storm was part of a larger weather system that was expected to bring rec
Christmas Day is a time for family and relaxation, but sometimes, you need to run an errand or grab a bite to eat. In Michigan, a few places will be open on December 25th, 2025, but hours can change. It's always a good idea to check ahead. Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens will have some locations
Bethlehem, a city known for its deep Christian roots, saw a revival of Christmas celebrations this year. After two years of cancellations due to the Israel-Hamas war, the giant Christmas tree made its comeback, bringing a sense of normalcy to Manger Square. The city, where Jesus is believed to have
The Spurs and Thunder faced off in a thrilling matchup, with the Spurs coming out on top. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 33 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Spurs' balanced attack. Stephon Castle, Harrison Barnes, and Devin Vassell all contributed with double-digit scores,
Pope Leo XIV is making some big changes to how Christmas is celebrated at the Vatican. He's bringing back old traditions that haven't been seen in years. One of these is the Christmas Day Mass in St. Peter's Basilica, which hasn't happened since 1994. This Mass will take place on December 25th at 10
Vermont is in for a chilly Christmas this year. The National Weather Service in Burlington has forecasted a chance of light snow on Christmas morning, especially in the northern parts of the state. This snowfall is expected to follow a cold front, which will bring even colder temperatures on Friday,
