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List of Christmas Films to Watch This Festive Season
It’s the holiday season and the perfect time for family bonding and making memories. After a busy year, Christmas provides families with the opportunity to spend quality time together. What’s better than watching classic Christmas movies with loved ones?
Below is a list of thirteen (13) must-watch films to make your festive season merry and memorable. The movies on this list span different genres such as evergreen tales, romance, and even horror to provide lasting memories for you and your family.
1. Home Alone (1990): This slapstick classic comedy follows the story of a mischievous eight-year-old defending his home from burglars during Christmas break. Macaulay Culkin’s iconic performance and the hilarious traps make it a laugh-out-loud favorite for the whole family.
2. Last Christmas (2019): Emilia Clarke stars as Kate, a cynical young woman working as an elf in a year-round Christmas shop. When she meets Tom (Henry Golding), a charming and mysterious stranger, her life takes a magical turn. This heartwarming and bittersweet tale is a reminder that love can bloom unexpectedly, even at Christmas.
3. Family Switch (2023): A family comedy about a rare cosmic event causing a family to swap bodies with each other. The film follows the Walkers, a seemingly normal suburban family struggling to connect with each other.
4. The Christmas Chronicles (2018): Starring Kurt Russell as a charming and slightly mischievous Santa Claus, this Netflix film takes two siblings on a magical adventure to save Christmas after they accidentally crash his sleigh. Full of wonder, humor, and heart, it’s sure to become a new holiday classic.
5. A Christmas Prince (2018):This Netflix rom-com follows a journalist who poses as a royal tutor to get the scoop on a soon-to-be queen. But she soon finds herself falling for the handsome prince himself. This light and fluffy movie is perfect for a cozy night with your favorite holiday treats.
6. Silent Night (2023): A group of people gather at a remote estate for a Christmas dinner party, but as the night goes on, it becomes clear that something sinister is at play. The movie is a suspenseful and thrilling take on the classic Christmas story, perfect for those who like their holiday movies with a bit of edge.
7. The Princess Switch (2018): Vanessa Hudgens stars as a Chicago baker who switches places with a look-alike duchess for the holidays. This charming romantic comedy is full of mistaken identities, royal intrigue, and a whole lot of Christmas cheer.
8. Holidate (2020): Emma Roberts and Luke Bracey team up in this hilarious and heartwarming rom-com about two singles who agree to be each other’s platonic plus-ones for every holiday throughout the year. As they spend more time together, they start to develop real feelings for each other. This movie is full of laugh-out-loud moments and a sweet holiday romance.
9. Falling for Christmas (2022): Lindsay Lohan makes her rom-com comeback in this Netflix film about a spoiled hotel heiress who loses her memory after a skiing accident and ends up in the care of a charming lodge owner. This feel-good movie is full of holiday magic and second chances.
10. Christmas with You (2022): This heartwarming and hilarious film follows a pop star who heads to a small town to find inspiration for her next Christmas song. But she ends up finding love and a renewed appreciation for the simple things in life.
11. A Naija Christmas (2021): This Netflix film is a sweet and heartwarming story about a Nigerian family who emigrates to the United States just before Christmas. As they try to adjust to their new life and culture, they learn the importance of family and tradition.
12. A California Christmas (2021): This Netflix romantic comedy follows a Los Angeles chef who travels to a charming small town for the holidays and ends up falling for a local farmer. This film is full of festive cheer, delicious food, and a swoon-worthy romance.
13. Christmas as Usual (2023): A single mother must navigate the challenges of Christmas while dealing with her ex-husband, her new boyfriend, and her teenage daughter. The movie is a heartwarming and funny take on the challenges faced by blended families during the holidays. It’s also a great reminder that family is always there for you, no matter what.
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1ST NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS CONFERENCE ON UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS) ESSAY COMPETITION
Competition Overview:
The SDG Youth Essay Competition offers a grand prize of N1 million for the top three winners, along with free sponsorship to attend the 1st Nigeria Tertiary Institution Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in April 2024 in Abuja.
Competition Requirements:
1. Eligibility:
– Open exclusively to undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary institutions.
2. Entry Guidelines:
– Topic:The Role of Students in Attainment of SDG4
– length: Essays should be 1500 words.
– Entry Period: Thursday, February 1, 2024 – Thursday, February 29, 2024
– Referencing: APA Style (6th Edition).
– Font: Times New Roman, 12-point font size.
– Documentation: Typed in 1.5 line spacing, MS Word format only.
– Plagiarism: Only original content is accepted; plagiarized entries will be disqualified.
Benefits:
– Prizes:
– 1st Prize: N500,000
– 2nd Prize: N300,000
– 3rd Prize: N200,000
– Winners will also receive free sponsorship to attend the 1st Nigeria Tertiary Institution Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in April 2024 in Abuja.
Required Documents:
– Student’s Institution ID Card
– Copy of Student’s Admission Letter
– One recent passport-size photograph
– WhatsApp telephone number and email address
Application Procedure:
– All entries and submissions (essay and required documents) should be scanned and sent to nigeriaessay@sdgyouth.org before the deadline.
For Further Inquiries:
– Call: 08068931151, 08133846739, 07067772964
– Email: nigeriaessay@sdgyouth.org
Deadline: February 29th, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to achieving SDG4 and win exciting prizes. Submit your entry and required documents before the deadline. For any inquiries, feel free to contact them via phone or email.
Competition Overview:
The National Essay Competition invites undergraduate law students to showcase their expertise and contribute to the discourse on AI, privacy, and data protection. In addition to cash prizes, participants have the chance to intern with Pentagon Partners, gaining valuable hands-on experience.
Competition Requirements:
1. Eligibility:
– The competition is open to 400-level and 500-level undergraduate law students in Nigerian universities.
2. Essay Requirements:
– Length: Essays should not exceed 1500 words.
– Format: Double spaced, 12pt Times New Roman font.
– References: OSCOLA format for citations with 10pt font size for footnotes and endnotes.
– Submission Format: Essays must be submitted in PDF format.
– Entrant Details: Include full names, school, level, phone number, and email address in both the body of the email and on the last page of the essay.
– Single Entry: Each entrant is allowed only one submission.
– Originality: Plagiarism will result in automatic disqualification.
Competition Benefits and Timeline:
1. Prizes:
– Winner: N200,000
– 1st Runner Up: N150,000
– 2nd Runner Up: N100,000
2. Internship Opportunity:
– In addition to cash prizes, winners have the exclusive opportunity to intern with Pentagon Partners, enhancing their career prospects.
Application Procedure:
– Interested participants should submit their essays to essay@pentagonpartnerslp.com during the submission period.
– The subject of the email should be the Essay topic
For additional information and updates, visit www.pentagonpartnerslp.com.
Deadline: March 22nd, 2024
Don’t miss this chance to showcase your legal expertise, contribute to important discussions on AI and law, and vie for enticing cash prizes. Pentagon Partners looks forward to receiving your submissions.
Purpose:
Inaugurated in 2020, the CDEC is part of SystemSpecs’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment to promoting capacity development in the Nigerian ICT industry. By encouraging young Nigerians to tackle everyday issues, the competition contributes to intellectual growth and societal progress.
Topic:
The theme for the 2024 competition is “Protecting the Nigerian Child from the Dangers of Online Technology.” Participants are tasked with exploring strategies to safeguard children in an increasingly digital world.
Eligibility:
– Open to primary and secondary school students in Nigeria aged 9 to 16.
– Junior category (ages 9 to 12) essays must not exceed 1,000 words.
– Senior category (ages 13 to 16) essays must not exceed 1,500 words.
Prizes:
– Winners will receive generous rewards, including a high-capacity laptop, premium headphones, a portable laptop stand, a smart wristwatch, and one year of internet data, among other items.
– Consolation prizes will be awarded to other participants.
Application Process:
– Interested candidates should access the application page
– Essays must be written in English and reflect original thought.
– Each participant is limited to one entry.
– Entries must be endorsed by an accredited school official, parent, or legal guardian.
– Deadline for submissions is April 12, 2024.
Submission Guidelines:
– All submissions must be in PDF format and include the student’s name, home and school addresses, email address, and contact phone number.
– Double entries will result in automatic disqualification.
– Submissions must be received by March 15, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
Notification of Winners:
– Successful students and schools will be contacted in the second quarter of the year.
– Updates on winners will be announced on @nercng social media platforms.
The SystemSpecs Children’s Day Essay Competition offers a unique opportunity for Nigerian students to demonstrate their creativity and problem-solving skills. By addressing the theme of online child protection, participants contribute to building a safer and more secure digital environment for all. We encourage eligible students to seize this opportunity and showcase their talent and ingenuity.
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