jk Pope Gregory VII is where it's at

Pope Francis is still Bwog’s favourite Pope

Yesterday, a Russian jet was downed but Turkey near its border with Syria. Everyone’s favorite president/dictator Vladimir Putin condemned the attack  as a “stab in the back.” (BBC)

Pope Francis begins his five day African tour in Kenya today. On his agenda may be gay rights, vigilante justice, and religious tensions with Muslims. (BBC)

Blue Origin, a company owned by Amazon boss Jeff Bezos, successfully launched a reusable rocket. The propulsion unit landed vertically on the launch pad while a passenger capsule was lifted to over 60 miles. (USAToday)

Pacha New York, an EDM-focused club, is finally closing after a decade of dance. The club is set to close after a 72 hour dance marathon on New Year’s Eve. (PachaNYC)