News roundup
And now, the top news stories of 2025
In his first year (part 2) Trump is, without question, the most activist and accessible President in history
Humor
God quiet about Eagles during annual chat
Continuing a conversation that has been going on for more than two decades between Your Favorite Columnist and the Almighty. YFC: Yo, God! Where you at? The Heavenly Hall seems to be empty. God: Stop shouting, Sonny. I hear you. I’m in the crapper. This irritable bowel syndrome is
Police
Lockdown is for YOUR “safety,” cops say
It’s like the Pope is back in town! Remember when he visited Philadelphia in 2015 and the police turned a huge area of Center City into a fenced-off, no-go zone? It’s ba-ack. The Philadelphia Police Department has created a traffic box that will be implemented during the third
God
Once again, a conversation with God
Continuing a tradition of annual chats with God stretching back two decades (that’s 20 years, Millennials.) Stu: Anyone home? There’s no one on the throne. God: (Voice from outside): I’m out in the yard. I’m feeding the animals in the creche. The camel is a real