Hobbit extends No 1 run with 36.7 million weekend
The Hobbit An Unexpected Journey remained the domestic box office leader for a second weekend, earning 36.7 million to lift its 10 day total to 149.9 million. The film added 91 million overseas for a worldwide 434 million as holiday shoppers impacted theaters. Jack Reacher debuted second with 15.6 million, followed by This Is 40 at 12 million.
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Daily Crossword Across and Down Clues Puzzle Snippet
A scrambled crossword clue fragment featuring across and down prompts with partial entries. Indicates themed items like Dancing Queen band ABBA, Osiris' wife Isis, and mixed definitions. Text shows partial words and mis-typed bits requiring reconstruction.
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Day's Birthdays and Bible Reflection Note
Day's birthdays list and a Bible based reflection discuss why Jesus was born in a stable. The piece emphasizes God's inclusive salvation, Jesus sharing poverty, and invites readers to consider Jesus in their lives. It references 2 Corinthians 8 9 and Hebrews 4 15 while inviting questions to My Answer at Billy Graham Evangelistic Association in Charlotte NC.
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Bible Question Answered on Mary Birth Place
Hugh Brittain reflects on today’s Bible query asking where Mary gave birth to Jesus The answer cites Micah 5 2 from Bethlehem Ephratah as the birthplace and ruler prophecy.
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White Christmas film tale of snow drought and rescue
Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye star in a 1954 musical comedy about two ex soldiers who stage a televised show to save a ski resort owner's business hit by a snow shortage. Rosemary Clooney and Vera Ellen co star in this holiday classic.
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Dear Abby and In Transition column mashup
Dear Abby offers guidance on empty nest feelings and redirecting attention to other youths, urging focus on less fortunate children. In Transition advises a separated mother to set a time limit for her ex to leave to avoid modeling an ongoing union and potential reconciliation for her kids.
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Role of CRP testing in heart disease risk
Dr Komaroff explains CRP blood tests measure inflammation and may help gauge cardiovascular risk. A New England Journal study found CRP adds little to standard risk factors for the average person, but it can aid those at intermediate risk to decide on further steps.
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Heloise Sound Off on Detergent Cap Lines
Readers discuss measuring lines in detergent caps and why they are hard to read. Heloise suggests using red nail polish to mark the lines for visibility and shares reader responses on repurposing old encyclopedias and other tips for wrapping paper and keeping kids away from the Christmas tree.
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