“Him,” the Jordan Peele-produced horror film reaching theaters Friday, is the latest testament to the fact that, in Hollywood at least, the devil’s offer never goes out of style. (Fauria, AP News)
Read MoreThe federal government doesn’t comprehensively track data on political violence and domestic terrorism. Various groups and academics do, but differ on the types of data collected and the definitions. They generally find that right-wing and jihadist violence has been more prevalent in the U.S. than left-wing violence in recent decades. But some see an evolving landscape. (McWhirter & Elinson, The Wall Street Journal)
Read MoreDisney’s ABC said it would take Jimmy Kimmel‘s popular late-night show off its schedule “indefinitely” after one of the biggest owners of TV stations in the U.S., Nexstar Media, said it intended to pre-empt airings of the program following remarks the host made about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. (Steinberg, Variety)
Read MoreIt would be hard to find a better example of Gen Alpha slang than skibidi, which not only is a nonsense word, but comes from an absurdist YouTube show about evil toilets. (Merriam-Webster)
Read MoreAmid outrage over Kirk’s killing and debate about his legacy, the surge, which has been most visible on social media platforms, showcased a new form of public mourning and remembrance, one in which the dead are grieved with hyperreal but entirely fictional reconstructions crafted in seconds by AI services. (Jenkins, Religion News Service)
Read MoreIn a new biography containing his most extensive public reflections since he ascended to the throne of St. Peter in May, Pope Leo XIV says he has no intention to ordain women — but is willing to hear other views. (Faiola, The Washington Post)
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