Christopher Nolan will direct a star-studded story that is more than 2,000 years old when “The Odyssey” hits theaters in the summer of 2026. “Christopher Nolan’s next film ‘The Odyssey’ is a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology,” Universal Pictures wrote in a post on social media. “The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time and opens in theaters everywhere on July 17, 2026,” it added. A whole host of stars have already signed on for the project including Robert Pattinson, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, and Charlize Theron, just to name a few, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Christopher Nolan’s next film ‘The Odyssey’ is a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology. The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time and opens in theaters everywhere on July 17, 2026. — Universal Pictures (@UniversalPics) December 23, 2024 Nolan’s last project was the blockbuster film about the creation of the Atomic Bomb with “Oppenheimer,” which scored tons of accolades, including taking home seven out of 13 nominations at the 96th Academy Awards. The movie won Best Picture and Nolan got Best Director. “Oppenheimer” also won Cinematography, Film Editing, and Best Music (Original Score). Cillian Murphy won Best Actor for his performance in the thriller/mystery, and Robert Downey Jr. won Best Supporting Actor. 50% OFF ALL DAILY WIRE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS FOR A LIMITED TIME! In his next project, Nolan will take on a different type of movie than he’s used to when he brings the film adaptation to life about the 8th century BC poem from Homer about Odysseus’ journey home following the Trojan War, Good Morning America noted. The type of movies fans of Nolan are used to include “Interstellar, “Batman Begins” and “The Dark Knight,” “Tenet,” and “Dunkirk.” However, this movie will be more fantastical than his past ones dealing with monsters, gods and goddesses. Details about the project are scarce, with Nolan telling the Associated Press recently about the testing phase of the technology being used. “They have an incredible engineering staff, really brilliant minds doing extraordinary work,” Nolan said. “It’s wonderful to see innovation in the celluloid film arena still happening and happening at the highest level possible.” The most recent movie inspired by “The Odyssey” came from the Coen Brothers in “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” in 2000. The film starred George Clooney along with John Turturro and Tim Blake Nelson. Related: Christopher Nolan Reacts To His ‘Post-Franchise, Post-IP Landscape’ Film Clearing Almost $1B: ‘It’s Kind Of Encouraging’

Christmas came early for a pizzeria in Baltimore thanks to Barstool Founder Dave Portnoy who stopped by and gave a massive gift to keep the place going that was ready to close its doors on December 25. In a video posted on X that’s since gone viral, Portnoy decided to check out a Maryland pizza joint to rate it as part of his One Bite Pizza rankings.  Will, a veteran and owner of Tiny Brick Oven, started talking to Portnoy about how they were getting ready to close their doors forever on Christmas Day because the city had refused to give him a liquor license, something they had already been granted to his competition. Barstool Pizza Review – TinyBrickOven (Baltimore, MD) pic.twitter.com/hDqhclD45D — Dave Portnoy (@stoolpresidente) December 23, 2024 He told Portnoy that without it, he was struggling and didn’t see how he could stay open one more day past Christmas. The Barstool Founder put in his pizza order to rank it and said, “What happens if this pizza is great and you start getting busy making money, can you stay open?” The owner agreed he would then “stay open.” 50% OFF ALL DAILY WIRE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS FOR A LIMITED TIME! Portnoy turned to the camera and said, “We’re going to have to keep this place open” before he stepped outside with his new pie to take a bite. “This is a reheat and very good,” Portnoy said. “Thin, New York kind of style. Like I really like it. There’s no way this place should be going out of business. None. So, that guy was the most upbeat guy you are ever going to have. Christmas spirit Will.” “So, I’m going to give this pizza,” he added, before he headed back to the door and asked Will flat out, “How much money do you need to stay open for a year?” The owner thought about it, but at first struggled to come up with a number. Eventually, he said, with a liquor license, he could continue to stay open if he had $60,000. Portnoy then reached out his hand, shook it, telling the owner the matter was a done deal. Will was visibly shocked and excited and started to cheer for Portnoy. The two exchanged numbers as Portnoy promised he would text him and that he would have the money before Christmas to keep the Tiny Brick Oven shop open for a year. In the end, the Barstool Founder gave the little pizza shop a rating of 7.9, something that Will was overjoyed about. “Merry Christmas,” Portnoy said as he walked out of the pizzeria. Related: Barstool Founder Says He Felt He ‘Had No Choice But To Vote For’ Trump

This article was previously published on December 24, 2023. Brigadier General Anthony McAuliffe and his men — many from the 101st Airborne Division, along with some stragglers from Pennsylvania’s 28th Infantry Division (known as “The Bloody Bucket”) and the 9th Armored “Phantom” Division — spent Christmas of 1944 in the Belgian city of Bastogne, surrounded by an ever-encroaching enemy and greatly outnumbered. On December 22, the German commander sent word to McAuliffe, informing him that he and his troops were surrounded and demanding that they surrender. He warned the American general that if he did not surrender, the attack would be swift and merciless — and he promised that the inevitable civilian casualties would be blamed on the Americans. 50% OFF ALL DAILY WIRE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS FOR A LIMITED TIME! McAuliffe responded to the German threat with just one word: “Nuts!” And, as promised, the German army began to tighten its grip on Bastogne. Machine-gun fire and approaching tanks met any American soldier who approached the perimeter, and Junkers Ju 88 bombers flew over the city as visibility allowed. The Germans also blanketed the area with pamphlets promising relief from the hunger and frigid conditions to anyone who surrendered. And so it was that on Christmas Eve, McAuliffe sent a letter to rally his troops: 75 years ago this Christmas Eve, Gen. Anthony McAuliffe wrote this letter to his troops during the Battle of the Bulge. Today we remember the service members who served during the holidays both then and now and wish you a Merry Christmas! #NoVeteranEverDies pic.twitter.com/VuYyhYqqVj — National Cemeteries (@VANatCemeteries) December 24, 2019 McAuliffe’s letter began with the heading “Merry Christmas”: What’s Merry about all this, you ask? We’re fighting — it’s cold, we aren’t home. All true but what has the proud Eagle Division accomplished with its worthy comrades the 10th Armored Division, the 705th Tank Destroyer Battalion and all the rest? Just this: We have stopped cold everything that has been thrown at us from the North, East, South and West. We have identifications from four German Panzer Divisions, two German Infantry Divisions and one German Parachute Division. These units, spearheading the last desperate German lunge, were headed straight west for key points when the Eagle Division was hurriedly ordered to stem the advance. How effectively this was done will be written in history; not alone in our Division’s glorious history but in World history. The Germans actually did surround us, their radios blared our doom. Their Commander demanded our surrender in the following impudent arrogance: To the U. S. A. Commander of the encircled town of Bastogne. The fortune of war is changing. This time the U. S. A. forces in and near Bastogne have been encircled by strong German armored units. More German armored units have crossed the river Ourthe near Ortheuville, have taken Marche and reached St. Hubert by passing through Hompres-Sibret-Tillet. Libramont is in German hands. There is only one possibility to save the encircled U. S. A. Troops from total annihilation: that is the honorable surrender of the encircled town. In order to think it over a term of two hours will be granted beginning with the presentation of this note. If this proposal should be rejected the German Artillery Corps and six heavy A. A. Battalions are ready to annihilate the U. S. A. Troops in and near Bastogne. The order for firing will be given immediately after this two hour’s term. All the serious civilian losses caused by this Artillery fire would not correspond with the well known American humanity. The German Commander The German Commander received the following reply: 22 December 1944 “To the German Commander: N U T S ! The American Commander” Allied Troops are counterattacking in force. We continue to hold Bastogne. By holding Bastogne we assure the success of the Allied Armies. We know that our Division Commander, General Taylor, will say: “Well Done!” We are giving our country and our loved ones at home a worthy Christmas present and being privileged to take part in this gallant feat of arms are truly making for ourselves a Merry Christmas. 73 years ago, the US @101stAASLTDIV was surrounded at #Bastogne, #Belgium over the Christmas time during the December 1944 Battle of the Bulge. Here is Gen. McAuliffe’s historic Christmas letter https://t.co/BHR6MsHjMj @WW2Nation pic.twitter.com/IEpjyM3fmv — Pascal Heyman (@PascalHeyman) December 24, 2017 That night, the Junkers dropped one-ton bombs on the city of Bastogne. They destroyed a makeshift hospital, killing dozens of wounded soldiers, nurses, and medics. But McAuliffe’s men held the city, earning for the 101st Airborne Division the nickname “The Battered Bastards of Bastogne.” General George S. Patton arrived the day after Christmas, bringing with him the necessary strength to break the siege and relieve McAuliffe’s men.

Kate Middleton shared a special message about the Christmas spirit just hours before her highly anticipated television appearance. The Prince and Princess of Wales, along with the British public broadcast channel ITV, posted a video of Kate on Instagram. In it, we see clips from the Royal Carols: Together at Christmas gathering, which was hosted by Kate. We also see Kate, William, and their three children, Louis, Charlotte, and George, celebrating the heartfelt event. While the video plays, Kate narrates part of her 2024 holiday message. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Prince and Princess of Wales (@princeandprincessofwales) “Across the United Kingdom, there are so many inspiring people embracing those in need,” she says. “This Carol Service is a heartfelt celebration of every one of you and a reminder that at Christmas, and throughout the year, we must all shine for each other. Because in times of joy and sadness, we are all each other’s light.” “I wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas,” she concludes. Royal Carols: Together at Christmas took place on December 6. It airs tonight, December 24, on ITV. Those in the US can watch on BritBox. This story’s featured image is by Aaron Chown – WPA Pool/Getty Images. The post Kate Middleton Shares A Special Message Ahead Of Her Holiday Television Appearance appeared first on InspireMore.

Snow, a word synonymous with winter’s chill and serene beauty, has long served as a muse for artists across musical genres, especially in rock and roll. From poetic metaphors to vivid imagery, the word “snow” has carried layers of meaning, representing everything from purity and isolation to the passage of time and even biting humor. This list dives deep into ten unforgettable songs that use “snow” to evoke emotions, tell stories, or create atmospheres, showcasing the creativity and diversity of rock music’s lyrical landscape. Frank Zappa’s “Don’t Eat the Yellow Snow” captures his signature irreverence, blending absurd humor with masterful The post 10 Best Songs With The Word “Snow” In The Title appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.

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