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Joy to the World, the Lord is Come has a specific meaning
Joy to the World, the Lord has come Each year during the holiday season, a popular Christmas carol is Joy to the World. English Minister Isaac Watts penned the song in 1719. The Christian hymn is usually sung to an 1848 arrangement by American composer Lowell Mason.
By Cheryl E Preston28 days ago in Geeks
Emma Watson admits she 'doesn't know how to be Emma Watson'
Oxford University celebrity student Emma Watson has admitted she "doesn't know how to be Emma Watson". The Hollywood star, who played Hermione Granger in all eight Harry Potter movies, grew up in the city after being born in Paris.
By Dena Falken Esq28 days ago in Geeks
Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova announce the birth of baby no. 4; couple shares the first picture of their newborn
Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova have quietly added another chapter to their family story. The global pop star and the former tennis champion recently announced the birth of their fourth child, sharing a tender first photograph that instantly captured attention across social media. Known for keeping their private life away from the spotlight, the couple once again chose a simple and heartfelt way to share their happiness with fans.
By Dena Falken Esq28 days ago in Geeks
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ box office collection Day 4: James Cameron’s sci-fi film fails to break ‘Dhurandhar’ craze in India; total collection crosses 70 crore
James Cameron’s much-anticipated sci-fi epic Avatar: Fire and Ash opened in India with strong expectations, driven by the legacy of the Avatar franchise and the director’s track record of redefining cinematic scale. Early numbers suggested the film would pose a serious challenge to the ongoing dominance of Ranveer Singh’s spy thriller Dhurandhar. However, as Day 4 collections rolled in, it became clear that the Hollywood heavyweight was struggling to dent the local juggernaut’s momentum.
By Dena Falken Esq28 days ago in Geeks
Avatar: Fire and Ash Movie Review
Returning to the masses in 2022, James Cameron’s Avatar set out to dominate the decade with its gargantuan sci-fi action and stunning presentation. With Avatar: Fire and Ash, we’ve reached the mid-point of this five-chapter saga; while still thoroughly entertaining, things have taken a step down.
By Robert Cain29 days ago in Geeks
The Golden Girls' Lesson on Personal Responsibility
The Golden Girls subtly pushed a truth about whether parents are to blame for the misfortunes of their children and whether someone should diet for another person or not with a hard lesson; it's about personal responsibility.
By Edward Anderson29 days ago in Geeks
IT: Welcome to Derry - Review
Nobody ever really dies in Derry. It: Welcome to Derry floated out of the sewers and onto HBO in 2025. Set in 1962, disappearances and catastrophes plague the town of Derry. A small group of children attempts to uncover the truth behind the evils before it’s too late.
By Marielle Sabbag29 days ago in Geeks
Biblical truths you may not hear from a pulpit
Don''t be kept in the dark This article is not to discourage anyone from attending Sunday services or tithing. This information is to inform so that should you find yourself in certain situations, you will have appropriate answers.
By Cheryl E Preston29 days ago in Geeks
The Reason Linus Drops His Blanket in A Charlie Brown Christmas
A Charlie Brown Christmas holds a special meaning A Charlie Brown Christmas debuted on CBS on December 9, 1965. In later years, it began appearing on ABC and now can only be seen on Apple TV+. If you are not a subscriber, you can watch for free for a few days around December 25. It's not the same as when millions tuned in at the same time on CBS and ABC, but at least the holiday special can still be enjoyed.
By Cheryl E Preston29 days ago in Geeks
