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Dec 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fun Events to Enjoy This Weekend and Beyond

This weekend, there's a lot going on in town. If you love music, you won't want to miss Mile High Soul Collective. They play all kinds of music, and it's a great way to get your feet moving. The show starts at 7:30 p. m. on Friday at Nissi's in Lafayette. Tickets are $20-$25. If you're into theater

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Dec 26 2025FINANCE

Smart Steps to Secure Your Retirement Future

Retirement is a time to enjoy the fruits of your labor, but many people are anxious about their financial future. A recent study found that a significant number of people aged 61 to 65 are considering delaying retirement due to financial concerns. This highlights the importance of planning for retir

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Who Made the Biggest Splash in 2025?

In 2025, a mix of politics, tragedy, and music dominated Google's most-searched people list. At the top was Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected mayor of New York City. Mamdani's journey from an unknown state lawmaker to the city's first Muslim mayor was nothing short of remarkable. His victory over fo

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Dec 26 2025CRIME

A Grandfather's Tragic Christmas Eve

In San Diego, a family is mourning the loss of their loved one after a terrible accident. Roberto Luis, a 61-year-old grandfather, lost his life on Christmas Eve when a large tree branch fell on him. The incident happened near his home as severe weather swept through the area. The branch first stru

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Dec 26 2025HEALTH

What Do Pakistani Doctors Think About End-of-Life Care?

In Pakistan, a country where religion and culture play a big role in life choices, doctors are being asked about their views on medical aid in dying (MAiD). This is a topic that is not often discussed openly. MAiD is a process where a doctor helps a patient end their life if they are suffering from

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Government Christmas Messages Spark Debate on Religion

The Trump administration made waves this Christmas by sharing religious messages from official government accounts. While many politicians stuck to general holiday greetings, several Cabinet members and agencies posted messages centered around Jesus and the religious significance of Christmas. Defe

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Dec 26 2025OPINION

A Journey Through America's Heartland: Faith, Work, and Inequality

In the heart of Nebraska, a megachurch service unfolded with hymns, greetings, and a pastor's thorough Bible study. Pastor Jesse's sermon, though detailed, lacked a modern call to kindness. The service ended with a revelation: Pastor Jesse's online essay condemned Pride Month, showing a stark contra

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Dec 26 2025EDUCATION

How Faith and Beliefs Can Shape Better Nursing and Midwifery Education

Nursing and midwifery students come from all walks of life. They bring their own unique backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs to the table. But how well are these aspects considered in their education? A recent study looked into this very question. It focused on how spirituality and religion can be bet

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Dec 26 2025FINANCE

Christmas Gifts Get a Digital Makeover

Money is tight, and people are getting creative. With prices still high, Americans are rethinking what to put on their holiday wish lists. A recent study shows that many are now eyeing cryptocurrency as a gift option. Prices are still up compared to a few years ago. Housing, food, and other basics

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Dec 26 2025FINANCE

Big Pharma Steps Up with Fresh Price Deals

Pharmaceutical giants are making headlines again, but this time, it's not about new drugs. Merck and eight other big players have joined Pfizer, Lilly, and Novo in signing Most Favored Nation (MFN) deals. These agreements aim to make medicines more affordable by tying drug prices to the lowest price

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