Pope Leo XIV delivers first Christmas address with calls for compassion and dialogue to end global conflicts

Pope Leo XIV delivered his first Christmas address as pontiff to issue a sweeping appeal for empathy, peace and international cooperation, focusing repeatedly on the suffering caused by war, poverty and displacement, particularly in Gaza and Ukraine.
Pres. Trump confirms launch of airstrikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria on Christmas Day

President Donald Trump announced that the United States carried out airstrikes against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria on Christmas Day, saying the operation targeted extremists he accused of attacking civilians, particularly Christians. The strikes come shortly
A’s sign left fielder Tyler Soderstrom to record setting 7-year, $86M extension

The Athletics have secured one of their rising stars for the long haul, reaching a long-term agreement with left fielder Tyler Soderstrom on a seven-year contract worth $86 million. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported: “BREAKING: Left fielder Tyler
NFL Christmas Game Day: Cowboys beat Commanders 30-23, Vikings defeat Lions 23-10

The Dallas Cowboys beat the Washington Commanders 30-23, and the Minnesota Vikings defeated the Detroit Lions 23-10, with the Lions loss eliminating them from playoff contention and helping the Green Bay Packers clinch a spot. The Cowboys
‘All’s Fair’ renewed for Season 2 at Hulu

“All’s Fair” starring Kim Kardashian has been renewed for Season 2 at Hulu. Despite being critically-panned, the series – co-created and executive produced by Ryan Murphy – has been a ratings hit, launching at No. 1 on
Snoop Dogg’s “Holiday Halftime Party” on Netflix’s NFL Game Day features Lainey Wilson, HUNTR/X, and Andrea Bocelli

Snoop Dogg headlined the 2025 NFL Christmas Gameday Halftime Show on Netflix, titled “Snoop’s Holiday Halftime Party,” featuring special guests Lainey Wilson, the singers from Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters (Ejae, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami), and opera stars
Pusciferto release new album, set 2026 North American Tour

Puscifer have announced their fifth album titled Normal Isn’t, marking their first full-length project since 2020’s Existential Reckoning. The outfit will release Normal Isn’t on Feb. 6, and are previewing the 11-song project by releasing the video
Stream Kings of Leon first EP in 20 years ‘EP #2’

Kings of Leon surprise released their first new EP in 20 years, simply titled EP #2. The new EP follows the band’s most recent album, Can We Please Have Fun, which dropped in 2024. The EP includes