In 2005, mourners at Pope John Paul II’s funeral’s chanted “sainthood now.” It looks like the Vatican heard them.
Religion
Judgment Day: Will May 21, 2011, Be the End of the World?
According to a small Christian movement, yes, it will.
Bend It Like Beckham Becomes First Western Film on North Korean TV
Is there nothing that David Beckham can’t do?
Obama, Clinton Top Gallup’s ‘Most Admired’ Lists
And to think: they said that the President and Secretary of State wouldn’t get along. Not only does there seem to be harmony between the one fierce Democrat rivals, they’ve now topped Gallup’s annual poll. (via The Page)
Taiwanese Animators Create a Modern American Nativity Scene
And it isn’t pretty.
Hilarious Photos of Santas Gone Wild
Now that Santa’s work is over for the season, he can let off some much needed steam
Nothing Says the Holidays Like Militarily Guarding Your Christmas Tree
South Korea erected a Christmas Tree next to the North Korean border. North Korea doesn’t like it. South Korea is guarding it with marines.
Exclusive Video: The Secret Behind Christmas Trees
How Christmas trees are planted, grown and shipped is a fascinating process in itself. But at a North Carolina tree farm, the real story is how it gets its workers.
What Else Happened on Dec. 25?
When we think of Dec. 25, we obviously think of Christmas Day. But a remarkable number of historical events happened, too.
What Is a Caganer and Why Is It Part of a Catalan Christmas?
You think your nativity play is different? You ain’t seen nothing yet.
Behind Google’s Holiday Doodle
If you’re into Google Doodles then Micheal Lopez is your very own Santa.
Kids’ Version of Christmas: Incorrect, But With Spider-Man, So Who Cares?
Baltimore, Bethlehem, what’s the difference?