Events

Rabbi Joe Potasnik sees the rare coincidence of Christmas and Hanukkah falling on the same day in 2024 as a symbol of Christian and Jewish unity. He shared a story from his time as chaplain for the New York Fire Department during the aftermath of 9/11 to illustrate this point. At Ground Zero, a Christmas tree was delivered, followed by a Hanukkah menorah. Observing the significant height difference between the two symbols, a group of Christian carpenters took it upon themselves to build a platform for the menorah, ensuring it stood at the same height as the Christmas tree. Potasnik explained to Newsmax, during an appearance on "America Right Now," that this act of solidarity demonstrated the shared values and alliance between the two faiths, a sentiment he believes is echoed by the concurrent celebration of their respective holidays. Host […]

Following a series of deadly stampedes at public events in Nigeria, several states are implementing stricter safety measures to prevent future tragedies. The stampedes, which occurred in Ibadan, Okija, and Abuja during food distribution and festive celebrations, resulted in the deaths of 67 people, including 35 children. In response to these incidents, the Lagos State Government has mandated that organizers of events with more than 250 attendees must register with state safety agencies and obtain clearance before proceeding. Failure to comply will result in sanctions. Ondo State has also introduced comprehensive crowd control guidelines for law enforcement, event organizers, and local authorities. These guidelines emphasize risk assessment, advance notification of events, adequate security personnel deployment, and the availability of medical teams and emergency response plans. Other states, including Anambra, Abia, Akwa Ibom, and Kogi, have also taken measures to improve […]

The Critics Choice Association has unveiled the nominees for the 2025 Critics Choice Awards. Leading the pack with 11 nominations each are Conclave and Wicked, both vying for the coveted Best Picture award. Close behind are Dune: Part Two and Emilia Pérez with 10 nominations apiece. The Brutalist follows with nine nominations, while Anora and The Substance secure seven nominations each. Joining the Best Picture race are Nickel Boys and Sing Sing, each with five nominations, and A Complete Unknown with three nominations. Last week, the Critics Choice Association announced the TV nominees, with Shogun leading the pack with six nominations. The 30th annual Critics Choice Awards, hosted by Chelsea Handler, will take place on January 12th at Santa Monica's Barker Hangar. The ceremony will air live on E! from 7-10 p.m. ET/PT, marking a move from its previous home […]

For the first time in its history, the Academy Awards ceremony will be available for live streaming. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday that the 97th Oscars will be broadcast live on ABC and streamed live on Hulu on Sunday, March 2, 2025, starting at 7 p.m. EST/4 p.m. PST. This move marks a significant step towards making the prestigious awards show more accessible to a wider audience. Viewers who prefer streaming platforms will now have the option to watch the ceremony live on Hulu, in addition to the traditional television broadcast on ABC. The entire telecast will also be available for next-day viewing on Hulu. Comedian Conan O'Brien will be taking the helm as host for the 97th Oscars, marking his debut in this role. Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang […]