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A Catholic priest who sat for an interview on CNN on Christmas day, claimed that Jesus was a persecuted Palestinian and that the story of his birth contains parallels to what’s going on in the Middle East.   Father Edward Beck, a regular contributor, joined Monday morning’s anchors to discuss …

The Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers met on Christmas for a special edition of Monday Night Football. The 49ers started the scoring by recording a safety on the Ravens’ second posession of the game when Lamar Jackson tripped over an official who had tripped over his own feet. This …

Liverpool star, Mohamed Salah has been criticised by Muslim fans on social media after he posted a Christmas message to his Christain fans.      The Egyptian footballer, who is Muslim, posted a photo of a Christmas tree and wrote about the conflict involving Israel and Palestine  in his caption before wishing his followers a ‘Merry …

Super Eagles star, Ahmed Musa’s Christmas day post has stirred up some reactions.    The footballer had shared a photo of his wife sitting beside a Christmas tree, in celebration of Christmas. Musa wrote;    “Compliments of the season. This festive season, I pray that you experience true joy and …

  Pope Francis has slammed the weapons industry and its ‘instruments of death’ that fuel wars while calling for an end to Israel’s military campaign in Gaza.     Speaking from the loggia of St Peter’s Basilica to the crowds of people below, Francis made a Christmas Day appeal for peace in the world.   …

About 60 people have been killed in attacks carried out by gunmen in three communities in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi local government areas of Plateau state.    The Nation reported that Berom Youth Moulders-Association, led by Solomon Mwantiri, has officially confirmed and strongly denounced the tragic events that happened in Ruku, …

American superstar singer, Beyoncé‘s childhood home went up in flames on Christmas Day.     Officials said they responded to reports of a fire at the home located in Houston’s Third Ward at about 2am. When firefighters arrived, the two-story house was in flames, causing them to start an aggressive …

Nigerian celebrities have released their Christmas photos and videos. The photos are quite lovely. See below singer MI Abaga and wife Eniola actor Van Vicker and family Hilda Baci Ruth Kadiri Ezerika Maria Chike Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and family Bam-Bam and Teddy A with their children Adeniyi Johnson and family Blessing …

Timi Dakolo has some words of advice for gospel singer Moses Bliss.  Moses shared a Christmas photo of himself posing in Christams pajamas in front of a Christmas tree.  Typically, such photos are taken with family but Moses was alone in his.    Singer, Timi left a comment, telling Moses …

However, beyond what it’s come to be known as, this highly anticipated day has a rich history that stretches back centuries. Long before Christmas became associated with Christ’s birth, various cultures celebrated festivals around the winter solstice. The Norse had Yule, and many other societies marked this time with feasts …