This week in Chicago, a lot happened. Let's start with the big news. Congress made a move to get the Justice Department to share its files on Jeffrey Epstein. President Trump signed the bill, giving the department 30 days to hand over the documents. Meanwhile, Tom Pritzker, a billionaire and cousin of Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, was mentioned in documents from the...
In a recent event at the Vatican, Pope Leo was handed a copy of a U. S. Senate resolution. This resolution honored the victims of a tragic shooting that took place at a Catholic school in Minnesota. The senator who presented it was Amy Klobuchar, one of the resolution's co-sponsors. The shooting happened on August 27. A gunman fired through the stained-glass windows...
A well-known place in Niles, the White Eagle Events and Convention Center, is saying goodbye forever at the end of this year. This spot has seen big names like a pope, a president, and famous stars. It all started in 1947 in Chicago, but moved to Milwaukee Avenue in 1967. The place was a big deal in the Polish community, especially for its tasty mushroom-barley soup...
Pope Leo XIV, the Chicago-born leader of the Catholic Church, recently hosted a gathering of Hollywood stars at the Vatican. This event was not just a meet-and-greet but a celebration of cinema's power to bring people together and spark important conversations. The pope, known for his love of films, shared his favorite movies, which include classics like "It's a Won...
The Vatican has made a big move. They sent back 62 items that belong to Indigenous communities in Canada. This wasn't just a simple return. It was a step towards healing and respect. The items were given to the Canadian Catholic bishops. These bishops will now pass them on to the National Indigenous Organizations. From there, the items will go back to their original ...
The Pope recently had a movie marathon with some big names in Hollywood. Cate Blanchett, Chris Pine, Spike Lee, Viggo Mortensen, and Monica Bellucci all joined him at the Vatican. They talked about movies and how they can bring people together. The Pope also shared his top four favorite films. One of his picks is "The Sound of Music" from 1965. It's a classic with c...
In a unique gathering, Pope Leo XIV invited a mix of Hollywood stars and filmmakers to the Vatican. This event highlighted the power of cinema to bring people together. The pope emphasized the importance of including voices that are often ignored. He also acknowledged the struggles the film industry is facing. Leo, who grew up in Chicago, shared his love for classic...
In a rare event, Pope Leo XIV recently hosted a gathering at the Vatican, inviting a mix of Hollywood stars and filmmakers. This wasn't just a casual meet-and-greet; it was a celebration of cinema's power to bring people together. Leo, known for his love of movies, shared his favorite films, including classics like "It's a Wonderful Life" and "Life Is Beautiful. " He...
In a unique gathering, Pope Leo recently welcomed a group of Hollywood celebrities to the Vatican. This wasn't just a casual meet-and-greet; it was a conversation about the future of cinema and its role in society. The pope expressed concern about the decline of movie theaters, urging institutions to support and preserve the shared experience of watching films. The ...
South Park is back, and this time, it's diving headfirst into the messy world of AI deepfakes and political drama. The latest episode kicks off with a bizarre AI-generated video featuring Santa Claus, created by Butters as payback for his crush Red. Things quickly escalate as kids at South Park Elementary start using the Sora 2 OpenAI video generator to create fake v...