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“Dear Santa,” the Jack Black-helmed Christmas movie featuring Black as Satan is receiving backlash from Christians. The film focuses on a boy named Liam who writes a letter to Santa, but mistakenly addresses it to “Satan.” Trailers of the film feature Black confronting the young Liam after receiving his letter, announcing, “You lucked out big…

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In a night filled with high energy, star power, and an electrifying atmosphere at Madison Square Garden, Jon “Bones” Jones retained his undisputed UFC heavyweight champion title with a decisive victory over Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. But it wasn’t just his remarkable performance in the octagon that made headlines—it was his bold declaration of…

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For KING + COUNTRY, one of the most popular Christian and inspirational bands around, is gearing up for the Christmas season in a big way. Just months after singers Joel and Luke Smallbone brought their family’s story to the big screen in biopic “Unsung Hero,” the duo are heading back to theaters with a new…

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As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a blanket, a warm drink, and a lineup of movies that remind us of faith, family, and a bit of romance. All of these holiday gems are available to stream on UP Faith & Family, where you can get started with a…

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Academy Award-winning filmmaker Martin Scorsese unveiled his highly anticipated docudrama series, Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints, in an exclusive screening Thursday night in New York City. Hosted by FOX Nation at the Whitby Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, the event featured a panel discussion and a glimpse into the filmmaker’s deeply personal exploration of faith, humanity,…

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Coca-Cola’s latest attempt to merge tradition with technology has sparked widespread criticism. Many have branded its AI-generated Christmas commercial a “creepy dystopian nightmare.” The 15-second advert, created using Coca-Cola’s proprietary “Real Magic AI” software, revisits the brand’s iconic 1995 “Holidays Are Coming” campaign. It features cherry-red Coca-Cola trucks driving through a snowy, festively lit town,…

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In a performance that will be remembered for its depth and inspiration, 14-year-old Jaukeem Fortson captivated viewers and judges on The Voice this week with his powerful rendition of For King and Country’s Christian hit, “God Only Knows.” Singing with passion and purpose, Fortson led the coaches to their feet, inspiring a moment of awe…

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In preparation for the highly anticipated movie release of the popular Broadway play, “Wicked,” retailers began selling “Wicked” themed dolls of the main characters. Those dolls, however, were quickly pulled after a terrible printing mistake was discovered on the packaging. The film features Cythina Erivo as Elphaba, the infamous Wicked Witch of the West from…

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Emmy-nominated actor John Rhys-Davies, best known for his iconic roles as Sallah in the Indiana Jones films and Gimli in The Lord of the Rings series, recently shared his deep appreciation for Christianity’s impact on the world. Though not a man of faith himself, Rhys-Davies spoke passionately about the profound contributions Christianity has made to…

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The Recording Academy unveiled the nominations for the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, and this year, Christian and gospel artists are taking the spotlight. Among the talented nominees are CeCe Winans, Elevation Worship, Bethel Music, and newcomer Forrest Frank, whose moving messages have resonated deeply with listeners worldwide. In the Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song category,…

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