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Creatives and artificial intelligence (AI) have had a contentious relationship since AI usage has exploded in both the arts and academics. Actor Zachary Levi of “Shazam!” and “Tangled” fame had some strong words against AI on “The George Janko Show.” Levi compared the influx of AI usage to the biblical flood of Noah in Genesis…

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Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud is making headlines for more than his stellar performance on the field. As he prepares for the 2024 regular-season finale and another playoff run, Stroud shared a personal and heartfelt goal for 2025—deepening his relationship with God. During a press conference on Saturday, Stroud reflected on his journey through a…

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Media personality Megyn Kelly unleashed a fiery critique of the Golden Globe-nominated film Conclave on social media, calling it “disgusting” and accusing it of being blatantly anti-Catholic. The film, which has garnered six Golden Globe nominations and holds a 93 percent fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, is set against the backdrop of a Vatican conclave,…

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With the Christmas holiday past, the church calendar now looks to the next major holiday of the faith: the Easter season. Nothing encapsulates the impending drama of the Crucifixion like the infamous “Last Supper” painted by Leonardo da Vinci when he was around 43 years old. The painting, having been worked on by da Vinci…

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Survivalist Bear Grylls is feeling the social media heat after referring to Mary, the mother of Jesus, as a “Palestinian girl.” Grylls posted to X to promote his new book, The Greatest Story Ever Told, a retelling of the biblical account. On his post, Grylls wrote, “In these next few days billions of us around…

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Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard gave all glory to God following his team’s impressive 23-10 win over Georgia in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals at the Sugar Bowl. The fifth-seeded Fighting Irish stunned the second-seeded Bulldogs, advancing to the semifinal round, with Leonard leading the charge both on and off the field. Leonard, who completed…

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The 82nd Golden Globe Awards marked the beginning of the awards season, celebrating new talents and works in film and television. The event, hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, aired live from the Beverly Hilton on Sunday, January 5. “Emilia Pérez” was named Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy and Best non-English Language Film, while Zoe…

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Mickey Mouse and Bluey are strengthening their partnership. BBC Studios and the Walt Disney Company announced they are teaming up to create an animated movie featuring Bluey, the beloved Blue Heeler puppy who has captivated young audiences worldwide. The film will be produced by Ludo, the Australian studio behind the “Bluey” TV series, with financing…

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After a thrilling Peach Bowl matchup between the Texas Longhorns and the Arizona State Sun Devils, players from opposing teams came together in a moment of shared faith. It was a historic season for Cam Skattebo, who helped lead ASU to one of the best Cinderella stories in sports. But it was Texas who emerged…

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As we step into 2025, we’re taking a moment to honor the lives of Christian celebrities we lost in 2024. These individuals not only left a mark in the entertainment industry but also shared their faith and their love of Jesus Christ with the world. Here, we reflect on their remarkable contributions and the legacies…

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