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‘The Faithful’ puts focus on Bible’s female figures
Rene Echevarria broke into show business by penning episodes of “Star Trek: The Next Generation” in the ’80s.Now, the versatile writer/director is putting his Christian faith front and center with a limited series unlike any other.‘Play it like you don’t know you’re in the Bible.’“The Faithful: Women of the Bible” debuts at 8 p.m. March 22 on FOX and airs the next day on Hulu. The three-part saga explores the book of Genesis through the eyes of consequential women.Think Sarah (Minnie Driver), the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac, whose infertility gave way to a spiritual miracle. Or Rebekah (Alexa Davalos), mother of Jacob and Esau and wife of Isaac.In the beginningEchevarria’s production partner, veteran TV producer Carol Mendelsohn, came up with the show’s angle.“She knew I was a believer and loved the Bible,” Echevarria tells Align. “She’s a seeker, with a restless curiosity about spiritual matters.”The veteran storyteller wasn’t initially convinced that the project would be the perfect fit for him.“I was a little skeptical … [asking], ‘Is that too limiting?’” he says of the concept, adding that his initial fears were unfounded. “The experience has been great; it opened my eyes to understanding these timeless stories.”Deeper truthEchevarria, who has worked with James Cameron (“Dark Angel”) and Steven Spielberg (“Terra Nova”) throughout his expansive career, says he took care to balance creative license with both his faith and the source material.“I’ve been blessed to have worked in this business a long time. mostly making up stories. interpreting stories,” he says. Not this time.“I always have to check myself, and sometimes I wish that little piece of Scripture wasn’t there. It would be so much easier,” he says from a dramatic perspective. “I found that if I didn’t try to avoid the challenges but steer into them, … you’ll find something deeper, a deeper truth, … things that I didn’t think of.”“The Faithful” was shot in Italy, giving the creative team access to lush landscapes, including expanses of olive trees, that created a reasonable facsimile to biblical times. The team decided early in the production to work with mostly British actors and use their vocal cadences in the process.A new lightThe son of Cuban immigrants says making “The Faithful” impacted his personal faith.“It re-invigorated my love of Scripture. … I’m seeing things I thought I knew in a completely new light,” he says.Some cast and crew members didn’t necessarily share his faith, which added nuance to the production.“There’s a lot of downtime on set. So many times, people shared with me stories about why and how this project came to them at the right place in their lives,” he says. “Like people struggling with having lost a parent or having troubles with their kids.”Others were skeptical about doing a Bible-based project.“One actor shared that he found himself drawn in and said, ‘Yes, I want to do that,’” he recalls after the performer’s initial reluctance.RELATED: ‘Last Days’ brings empathy to doomed Sentinel Island missionary’s story VerticalNo ‘unearned piety’Still, he turned having actors who didn’t know Scripture into a positive development. It made the humanity of the core players pop.“Play it like you don’t know you’re in the Bible,” he says of his advice to the cast. That allowed them to avoid an “unearned piety” that brought the figures down to earth. “It’s just ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances.”Echevarria wouldn’t mind telling more tales from the “Faithful” perspective. He cites the book of Ruth and the Samaritan woman at the well as stories ripe for future “Faithful” installments. That’s assuming viewers flock to the show, set to wrap on Easter Sunday.“That’s my fondest hope, that the show finds an audience,” he says. Those chances are better than ever given the current pop culture climate. Shows like “The Chosen” and “House of David” have connected with Christians the world over, and the first part of Mel Gibson’s “The Resurrection of the Christ” series could be one of 2027’s biggest movie events.“There’s a hunger out there for this kind of storytelling,” he says. “They’re resonating. People are taking notice.”And he hasn’t forgotten how he entered show business several decades ago. He dreams of rejoining the “Star Trek” universe after penning 30-plus episodes across “The Next Generation” and “Deep Space Nine.” He’s been noodling with an idea “out of left field” to share in that franchise.“I’m waiting for the right moment to bring it over there,” he says.
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Gold Prices Today: March 20, 2026
Today’s gold prices see the precious metal move up from yesterday.
Here are today’s gold futures prices and a quick snapshot of where gold was yesterday, as well as overall trends:
Gold futures open today, Mar. 20: $4,665.86 per per troy ounce
Gold futures closed yesterday, Mar. 19: $4,605.70 per troy ounce
Percent change: Up 1.31%
Last five-day change: Gold has decreased 7.82% in the last five days.
Note: These prices fluctuate during the day.
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Gold as part of your portfolio
Gold has historically underperformed the stock market. However, over the past two years, the tables have turned. In both 2024 and 2025, the precious metal gained 28% and 65%, respectively. Over the same period, the S&P 500 gained 25% and 18%, respectively.
But gold should not be viewed as part of a short-term strategy. Rather, it has made its name as a buy-and-hold asset. (See Money’s guide to how to buy gold for more detail.) Because of its weak correlation with the stock market, over time gold has served as a hedge, insulating portfolios against inflation, market volatility and falling interest rates.
For long-term investors who are looking to diversify their holdings, allocating between 5% and 10% of their capital to alternative investments — including safe-have assets like gold — can help reduce overall portfolio risk while providing supplemental upside potential to traditional equity investments.
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How to invest in gold
For those interested in adding gold to their portfolios, there are a number of pathways to achieve that. Physical gold ownership can complement a retirement savings plan through gold IRAs — we vet the best ones monthly, which you can read here.
Money has also carefully scrutinized numerous online gold dealers that provide free and insured shipping, buyback commitments and secure storage at IRS-approved depositories.
But investing in gold does not require ownership of the physical metal. Investors who are more comfortable with equity markets can gain exposure through gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and mutual funds.
While gold-backed ETFs and physical gold do not generate yield, the stocks of some gold mining companies pay dividends. Investing in companies — such as AngloGold Ashanti, for example — can provide investors with gold’s appreciation potential as well as income.
Chuck Norris, Legendary Action Hero, ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ Star, Dies at 86
Chuck Norris, the iconic action movie star, who’s martial arts mastery launched his decades-spanning movie and TV career, has passed away his family revealed in an Instagram post on Friday. He was 86.
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‘Code Red’ Author Wynton Hall Lays Out His Three Biggest Concerns About AI — and Two Reasons for Extreme Optimism
Thursday on “The Alex Marlow Show,” Wynton Hall, Social Media Director for Breitbart News and the author of the new book, Code Red: The Left, the Right, China, and the Race to Control AI, talked about AI. Hall said, “We see that
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Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris dead at 86
Iconic actor and martial artist Chuck Norris died on Thursday morning, according to a family statement posted on his Instagram account on Friday morning.”It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning. While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace,” the post says.”To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family. He lived his life with faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved. Through his work, discipline, and kindness, he inspired millions around the world and left a lasting impact on so many lives,” the post continued.”While our hearts are broken, we are deeply grateful for the life he lived and for the unforgettable moments we were blessed to share with him. The love and support he received from fans around the world meant so much to him, and our family is truly thankful for it. To him, you were not just fans, you were his friends. We know many of you had heard about his recent hospitalization, and we are truly grateful for the prayers and support you sent his way. As we grieve this loss, we kindly ask for privacy for our family during this time. Thank you for loving him with us,” the statement reads.This is a breaking news story and will be updated.
Tourists in Las Vegas pay $1,000 for dinner on the Strip while sharks eat like royalty
In Las Vegas, where high rollers chase five-star meals and buffet lines are practically a sport, it turns out the real VIP diners are the sharks.At Mandalay Bay Resort, the big fish are fed a mix of mackerel, herring, blue runner and sardines, according to The Associated Press (AP).The casino’s lead aquarist, Becky O’Brien, told the AP she feeds 15 species of sharks three times a week.BUFFETS MAKE OLD-SCHOOL COMEBACK AS AMERICANS HUNT FOR DINING VALUE: ‘FINANCIAL GENIUS'”They eat, I would say, better than the tourists on the Strip,” O’Brien said.Mandalay Bay has a 1.3-million-gallon tank with 3,400 animals. It’s drawn over 21 million visitors to the resort and casino since 2000.Sharks are omnivorous, eating meat and plants — but are also known to eat anything, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).The aquarium goes through over 300 pounds of fish in one week, with vitamins hidden in the food, O’Brien said.She said that if the sharks turn down the food, it may be a sign they have an illness or are interested in mating.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER”Once you get to work with these guys on a daily basis, you do learn little nuances of how each one feeds a little bit differently,” O’Brien said.She added, “Each species is a little bit different.”Las Vegas is famous for its casinos, but it also boasts an impressive food scene, highlighted by upscale dining and five-star restaurants. Still, many tourists have pointed to high prices in the city.Fox News Digital previously spoke to a woman named Sarah from Staten Island, New York, who was visiting Vegas.CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES”[Vegas] has changed immensely price-wise,” she said. “It’s a little crazy, but dinners are like $1,000 — it’s nuts. They need to go back a little bit, and I think they’ll get more tourism if they do that.”Craig, also from Staten Island, said, “If you’re looking for a bottle of wine, you’ve got to pay at least $2,000 a night for a good bottle of wine.” TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ”Pawn Stars” boss Rick Harrison recently called a $1,000 steak “the most ridiculous thing in the world.””I wouldn’t fall for the gimmicks,” he said, noting there are still places to eat “a good ol’ American steak” for $50 to $80.The Associated Press contributed reporting.
Slain Loyola Chicago student’s family fumes over ‘murder,’ manhunt for masked gunman in attack near campus
The family of an 18-year-old Loyola University Chicago student who was gunned down near her campus by a masked shooter is demanding answers regarding their daughter’s seemingly random murder as police hunt for a suspect. Sheridan Gorman was shot in the head while taking a walk with friends at Tobey Prinz Beach, located less than a mile from the Illinois campus, around 1 a.m. on Thursday, according to WLS. “Our beloved daughter, Sheridan, was taken from us this morning in Chicago. There is no way to soften this — this was murder,” her family said in a statement to NBC Chicago. “Sheridan was the light of our lives. She made people feel seen, safe, and loved simply by being who she was. She lived her faith with kindness, compassion, and joy, and she loved her family and friends deeply.”The incident unfolded as male suspect approached the group and began shooting in their direction, striking Gorman in the head, FOX 32 reported.MASKED GUNMAN KILLS LOYOLA CHICAGO COLLEGE STUDENT IN SHOOTING NEAR CAMPUS; POLICE HUNT FOR SUSPECTGorman was pronounced dead at the scene. Police said Gorman was not the intended target in the shooting, and authorities are working to find the person responsible for her death, WLS reported.A campus safety alert sent to students indicated the shooting occurred around 1:15 a.m. on the Tobey Beach pier and described the offender as wearing a face covering.DISPATCH RECORDS FROM BROWN UNIVERSITY SHOOTING CAPTURE CHAOS OF DEADLY CAMPUS ATTACKThe alert added that authorities in Chicago are investigating potential ties to other recent incidents of violence in the area. In a letter sent to students Thursday morning, Loyola University Chicago President Mark C. Reed confirmed Gorman’s death while addressing the campus community. “It is with profound sadness that I write to share that one of our students, Sheridan Gorman, was killed earlier today,” Reed said. “This is a tragic loss, and our hearts go out to Sheridan’s family, loved ones, and all who knew her.”BROWN UNIVERSITY SHOOTING: TIMELINE OF TERROR THAT LEFT 2 DEAD, 9 INJUREDThe university added that, based on available information, there is no ongoing threat to campus. FOLLOW US ON X”We recognize that this news will be painful for members of our community. Please know that you do not have to navigate this alone,” Reed added.GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAILThe Yorktown Heights, New York native was reportedly only a few months away from completing her freshman year at the university. CLICK HERE FOR MORE US NEWSA description of the suspect has not yet been released by authorities, and no arrests have been made. GOT A TIP?The Chicago Police Department did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. Fox News Digital’s Stepheny Price and Ashley Papa contributed to this report.