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Pope Benedict XVI is somewhat a forgotten man these days. The pope emeritus, who shocked the world when he resigned last spring, is usually referenced now only in stories about his successor, Pope Francis, who’s become the darling of the press, especially in the West. But in the cloistered Vatican City, Pope Benedict is still very much revered and respected. I know this because I was privileged enough to be invited to perform in a private concert there Wednesday, January 15th, in honor of Benedict’s brother’s 90th Birthday. The elderly brothers share a passion for their Catholic faith and music....

Near the end of Reza Aslan's strange, 10-minute television exchange with Fox News, the author of "Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth," gives voice to a thought that’s entered the mind of many an author while being interviewed: “I’m afraid it seems like you haven’t read my book.” The interview, now circulating widely on social media sites, has helped propel the book to No. 1 on the Amazon bestseller list Monday.

Reza Aslan, a religious scholar with a Ph.D. in the sociology of religions from the University of California and author of the new book, “Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth,” went on FoxNews.com’s online show Spirited Debate to promote his book only to be prodded about why a Muslim would write a historical book about Jesus.

Lauren Green was third runner up in the 1985 Miss America contest and a winner of the talent competition for playing immaculately a Chopin etude, "Opus #4 in C Sharp." She continued her music while working as a television journalist in Minnesota, Chicago, and New York: She entered the Van Cliburn Competition and has written a fascinating theoretical essay about the connection of music, physics, and faith. Green grew up going to church and Sunday school. Today she goes to Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York and is a FOX News religious correspondent. One continuity throughout the years, since she...

"Fox & Friends," anchor Lauren Green has a news flash for gossiphounds curious about her love life: Females need not apply. "It's hard enough to find a date" said Green, responding to media and bloggers attempting to link her romantically to Secretary of State Condolezza Rice. "You know what I mean. I don't need that!" Green said, laughing off the rumors that wouldn't be floating if NYC newspaper columnists bothered to call Lauren for comment. Gay is cool, but it's just not Green's persuasion: "I am not gay. I am very straight. All Christian men, single and over 35 can...

What is everyone's opinion of After Hours with Cal Thomas. I thought it had an original touch to it. I absolutely loved him having Lauren Green play the piano!

<p>When is the new female on Fox & Friends? I believe her name is Allison. Caught her Thursday morning with Captain Kirk and he said she did not need any chest protection... And she doesn't at all!</p> <p>Great legs, too.</p>