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Frank McCormick, a former teacher and constitutional conservative, posted on X early Thursday asking if people enjoy Christmas aesthetics like lights, music, and decorations. Over 50 Jewish respondents largely expressed delight in the holiday's vibe and mood-boosting elements amid winter, noting cultural participation such as eating Chinese food on Christmas or decorating neighbors' trees. Many highlighted the irony that iconic songs like 'White Christmas' and 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' were written by Jewish composers including Irving Berlin and Johnny Marks. While a minority opts out, the thread with over 4,000 views reflects American pluralism and shared seasonal goodwill transcending faith.

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A simple question on X about enjoying the Christmas season sparked dozens of positive replies from Jewish users, who praised its twinkling lights, festive music, and communal joy without embracing its religious core.

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Nigerian worship leader Dunsin Oyekan launched 'Amen (Live)' at midnight on January 1, featuring Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God. The nine-minute song blends bold declarations from Numbers 6 and Ephesians 3:20 with Adeboye's heartfelt prayer for promotion, protection, prosperity, and greatness over listeners' lives. Fans are streaming it widely on Spotify and Apple Music, calling it prophetic and perfect for the new year, with a music video set for YouTube later today.

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Pastor Adeboye wondered if his part was good enough, and Dunsin Oyekan assured him, 'Daddy, even if you coughed in it, it’s a blessing already.' That warm exchange sets the tone for their powerful new worship track.

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The director of landmark films like Bashu, the Little Stranger and Death of Yazdgerd refused to bend to Iran's censors after the 1979 revolution, halting production in the 1980s and teaching at Stanford from around 2009. Born in Tehran to a family of poets, he began writing plays as a teen and earned global acclaim for blending folklore with modern tales. Tributes from artists and the Iranian diaspora praised his cultural defiance, with many mourning how exile claimed one of Iran's greatest creators, survived by his wife Mozhdeh Shamsai.

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Bahram Beyzaie passed away on his 87th birthday in California exile, leaving behind a lifetime of films and plays that wove Iran's myths into timeless stories.

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Posts highlight China's high-speed trains reaching speeds of 307 km/h with modern stations and interiors, contrasting them with underdeveloped rail systems in the United States and Canada. Users note China's extensive network covering 240 cities and exceeding global totals.

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Peak Rare Earths, an Australian company developing the Ngualla deposit near Mbeya, was bought by China's Shenghe Resources after funding woes. China already dominates with 70% of global mining and 90% of refining for the 17 rare earths essential to electronics, EVs, defense, and AI. The U.S. once led from its Mountain Pass mine in the 1980s but lost ground to China's low prices and refining prowess; now efforts like reviving Mountain Pass and federal aid aim to diversify, though experts say it will take a decade.

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A promising rare earth project in Tanzania, meant to challenge China's supply hold, has now fallen under Beijing's control. It highlights how tough it is to build alternatives for these vital metals.

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She lived decades in Kibbutz Be’eri near Gaza, raising a family after immigrating to Israel. During the Hamas attack, her son Avshalom was killed, and seven relatives were taken hostage; four returned in a November 2023 truce, while son-in-law Tal Shoham came home in February 2025 after 505 days. The violence brought back painful childhood memories of evil and helplessness. President Herzog honored her enduring strength against hatred.

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Ruth Haran-Herzman hid from gunmen at her door on October 7, 2023, the same helpless fear she knew as a child fleeing Nazis in Romania.

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On December 22, more than a dozen southern Yemeni government bodies, including those for justice, health, and transport, publicly endorsed the Southern Transitional Council (STC) and its leader Aidaroos al-Zubaidi in their drive to restore a pre-1990 independent South Arabia. The announcements followed the STC's recent offensive expanding control over oil-rich areas and came amid rallies calling for international recognition of southern self-determination as a counterterrorism partner. Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council rejected the moves as illegal, warning of legal action and risks to unity against the Houthis under the 2019 Riyadh Agreement.

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Thousands in Aden waved the old South Yemen flag at massive rallies, as over a dozen ministries pledged support for an independent southern state.

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Phil Craig, co-founder of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group and a long-time South Africa resident, argues the country was never truly cohesive since its 1910 union and pushes for Western Cape self-determination. The clip with economist Gunter Fehlinger, shared on November 19, drew fierce criticism on X, with users demanding his deportation and accusing him of seeking minority dominance or recolonization. While CIAG polls show 68% Western Cape support for a referendum, the movement holds limited political power, and the government has dismissed such efforts.

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In a recent interview clip, British-born Phil Craig calls for Cape independence, dreaming of a safe, prosperous Western Cape free from national divides. X users quickly fired back, slamming him as an outsider trying to split South Africa.

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Ohio Republican Rep. Warren Davidson introduced the Bitcoin for America Act on November 20. The bill, H.R. 6180, allows taxpayers to pay federal liabilities in bitcoin at fair market value, directing those coins to the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve established by President Trump's March executive order. Davidson highlighted bitcoin's edge over the inflation-hit dollar, with the Treasury managing the holdings long-term. While enthusiasts praise the tax break and reserve boost, critics like economist Peter Schiff warn of potential revenue shortfalls if bitcoin rises afterward.

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Imagine settling your tax bill with bitcoin, sidestepping capital gains along the way. Rep. Warren Davidson's new proposal makes that possible while feeding the nation's bitcoin stockpile.

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On November 11, 2025, Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike clashed with Lieutenant A.M. Yerima at Plot 1283 in Gaduwa District while enforcing a stop-work order on unauthorized development allocated to retired Vice Admiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo, violating the Abuja Master Plan. The viral confrontation drew criticism from military figures like Lieutenant General Lucky Irabor for bypassing protocol, sparking public and media reactions. President Bola Tinubu intervened by November 15, prompting the FCTA to apologize to Wike and withdraw naval forces, confirming the site's illegality.

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In a heated standoff captured on video, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike faced off against a defiant naval lieutenant guarding an illegal land plot in Abuja, exposing cracks in Nigeria's civilian-military relations.

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The latest NSPPD 7am Fire Prayers centered on El-Roi, the biblical name for the God who sees every struggle, drawing global viewers for 45 minutes of declarations, music, and intercession. Eze's daily streams on YouTube and Facebook build a devoted community of NSPPDians tuning in weekdays at 7am Nigerian time, sharing personal testimonies of health breakthroughs and family mercies. Many described it as a vital daily reset, affirming that God's mercy prevails.

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Pastor Jerry Eze led thousands in a vibrant morning session, filling the air with worship, dances, and cries for mercy. Participants captured their joyful moments, from restaurant thanksgivings to family huddles.

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Manchester United's manager Ruben Amorim dismissed January transfer talk in his pre-match press conference, insisting no players want to leave and no changes are planned without replacements. The Red Devils sit sixth with 30 points from 19 games, chasing Chelsea, but Amorim's record shows more losses than wins, splitting fans between calls for patience in his rebuild and harsh criticism. A win Sunday against rivals Leeds—where United have won the last two away league games—could provide vital momentum at the raucous Elland Road.

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Ruben Amorim steps into the heated Yorkshire derby at Elland Road, firmly telling reporters no squad shake-up is coming despite the mounting pressure.

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