Should Christians watch films that include magic and witchcraft? Two pastors discuss.
Debate Surrounding “Harry Potter” Series Resurfaces The release of J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” series as a film franchise in 2001 reignited discussions among certain evangelical Christians. Some expressed concern that the series’ positive depiction of witchcraft might desensitize children to the occult, create confusion between fantasy and actual spiritual practices, and even lead to an […]
What Rubio didn’t include in his Athens speech
Rubio’s Speech at the Acropolis: An In-Depth Reflection Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s recent speech at the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, stands out as a significant moment, especially in today’s world where ideological catchphrases and fleeting attention spans often dominate discourse. This address is not just a testament to his intellectual capability but also to […]
How to include keywords in iPhone photos on iOS 27 for fast searching
Your phone is probably packed with countless pictures. Some capture precious family moments, while others are those random screenshots you thought you might look at again one day. But then, you hit that frustrating moment—you know you took a specific photo, yet finding it feels like searching for a needle in a digital haystack. Thanks […]
Wine and Food Festival in NYC to include Sylvester Stallone, Bryan Cranston, and non-alcoholic activities
This year’s New York City Wine & Food Festival is set to showcase a mix of celebrity chefs and, interestingly, some non-alcoholic options, as Side Dish has learned. Actor Sylvester Stallone is expected to be at a dinner event promoting his Carbonadi Italian Vodka brand. Bryan Cranston will participate in tastings to highlight the tequila […]
Trump and Xi Jinping’s state dinner at the White House doesn’t include meat
Trump’s Upcoming State Dinner with Xi Jinping Despite his significant wealth, President Donald Trump isn’t particularly known for his culinary sophistication. However, the state dinner scheduled for Thursday with Chinese President Xi Jinping promises to be an elegant event, a stark contrast to Trump’s well-known preference for fast food, like his infamous McDonald’s order of […]
Virginia Democrats Aim to Include Abortion in the Constitution, But 700,000 Catholics May Oppose Them
As Virginia Democrats move to include abortion rights in the state constitution, a significant pushback is coming from the Catholic community, with thousands opposing the effort. In January, lawmakers from the Democratic party in Virginia moved forward with a constitutional amendment on abortion rights that voters will see on the ballot in November, as reported […]
Steve Cohen shares Mets strategy to include additional perspectives in the front office.
Mets’ 2026 Season: A Tough Start The Mets kicked off the 2026 season with high hopes after parting ways with some long-time players, following a disappointing finish that dashed their playoff aspirations last year. However, despite welcoming several new faces, it looks like they’ll miss the postseason again, ending this year with a record below […]
CMS plans to include additional chronic conditions in the ACCESS model by 2027
Dive Brief: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is set to introduce more chronic conditions into a new payment initiative within Medicare. This initiative, called the Advancing Chronic Care with Effective, Scalable Solutions (ACCESS) model, will begin in spring 2027 and focus on conditions like heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, substance use […]
Court stops plan to include Trump’s name on Kennedy Center
Kennedy Center Name Change Blocked by Judge Less than an hour before the board of the Kennedy Center was scheduled to vote on adding President Donald Trump’s name to the building’s façade, a federal judge intervened and halted the initiative. On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper issued a warning indicating that the addition of […]
Trump’s Efforts to Beautify Washington, DC Include East Potomac Park Cleanup
Improvements Underway at East Potomac Park President Donald Trump’s initiative to beautify Washington, DC, is gaining momentum as the National Park Service (NPS) is actively working on East Potomac Park. The park is seeing significant progress with the removal of trash, hazardous structures, and dead trees. East Potomac Park is a popular destination for both […]