(Christian Headlines) Netflix is defending its decision to include a transgender angle in its new series The Baby-Sitters Club, saying the plot is “smart” and “sweet” and supports children who want to identify with a different gender. The live-action series is based on a collection of popular Scholastic books about middle-school girls who launch a babysitting … [Read more...] about Netflix Defends Transgender Plot in Kids’ Series Baby-Sitters Club: It’s ‘Updated for 2020’
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John Crist Returns to Comedy After 8-Month Hiatus With Hilarious New Grocery Store Rant
(Faithit) After “owning” his choices and going through the recovery and healing process, Crist was ready to return to social media with his trademark skits. His first comedy blurb centered on the white-trash hilarity of Waffle House using paperclipped shower curtains to meet COVID-19 regulations. The video was well-received, with one fan commenting, “Glad you’re … [Read more...] about John Crist Returns to Comedy After 8-Month Hiatus With Hilarious New Grocery Store Rant
Kathy Lee Gifford, Celebrities Pay Tribute to TV Icon Regis Philbin, Who Died at 88
(The Christian Post) Kathie Lee Gifford and other celebrities paid tribute to longtime TV host Regis Philbin, who died of natural causes Friday night, just over a month before his 89th birthday. “We are deeply saddened to share that our beloved Regis Philbin passed away last night of natural causes, one month shy of his 89th birthday,” Philbin’s family said in a statement … [Read more...] about Kathy Lee Gifford, Celebrities Pay Tribute to TV Icon Regis Philbin, Who Died at 88
‘I Would Love to Share My Faith with the World’: Dad of 8, Pastor, and Winner of ‘The Voice’ Shares His Dreams
(Faithwire) Todd Tilghman is a pastor, husband, and father of eight children – he’s also the winner of “The Voice 2020”. If you’re a fan of NBC’s “The Voice” competition, you know when contestants try-out, they’re praying that just one of the judges will turn around and pick them. During Todd Tilghman’s audition, all four judges swung around in their seats. So it’s no wonder … [Read more...] about ‘I Would Love to Share My Faith with the World’: Dad of 8, Pastor, and Winner of ‘The Voice’ Shares His Dreams
Mel Gibson Hospitalized for a Week After Contracting Coronavirus
(People) Mel Gibson spent a week in the hospital after testing positive to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Gibson, 64, fell ill with the potentially deadly virus back in April and has since made a full recovery, PEOPLE has confirmed. "He tested positive in April and spent a week in the hospital," the star's rep told PEOPLE. "He was treated with the drug Remdesivir, … [Read more...] about Mel Gibson Hospitalized for a Week After Contracting Coronavirus