2026 Gazal Christmas Puzzle

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  1. 2. First 24/7 news channel launched by Ted Turner in 1980 and Carolina's employer.
  2. 4. First name of Holy Martyrs Armenian Church priest. Also the name of the Mesopotamian "Father of Faith."
  3. 6. Cuban singer known as "the Queen of Salsa," made famous for her electric stage performance and signature shout-out, "Azúcar." Her fame earned her spot on the US quarter in 2024.
  4. 7. Prominent video editor at Sirius XM and major WWE fan. Legend of Armenian basketball groups throughout Jersey, also Daniela's boyfriend.
  5. 9. Legendary Armenian best-selling musical artist known for her sultry contralto voice and bold fashion, designed with glamorous costume designer Bob Mackie. Also performed on SNL last week.
  6. 13. Town in the Vayotz-Dzor province of Armenia where the world's oldest leather shoe was found, that miraculously survived 5,500 years. This region is also known for housing the oldest winery, predating Greek methods by millenia.
  7. 16. NY-based sitcom co-created by Larry David that aired on NBC in 1989. Famously known as "the show about nothing."
  8. 18. Peru's iconic golden-yellow sparkling soda, created by a British immigrant in 1935.
  9. 19. Beloved cartoon Beagle created by Charles Schulz in 1950. He is decorated as NASA's official safety mascot and earned a Hollywood star in 2015.
  10. 23. A green ointment that uses menthol for cooling, soothing relief in nasal passages. It was founded in 1889 in Wichitaw, Kansas and was eaten by Lucia Gazal as a child.
  11. 26. Armenian-American heavy metal band formed in Glendale, CA known for politically-charged lyrics.The band went on hiatus in 2006 but returned with two singles in 2020, "Protect the Land" and "Genocidal Humanoidz."
  12. 27. First Muslim mayor-elect of NYC and alumni of Bronx Science, where he founded the school's first cricket team . He performed as a rapper under the name "Mr.Cardamom."
  13. 28. An over-the-counter nasal spray loved by the Gazals and used to provide 24-7 relief from nasal congestion and runny noses. Its primary active ingredient is fluticasone propionate to reduce inflammation and allergy triggers.
  14. 32. Second largest city in Turkey and HQ of Picus Security.
  15. 33. Vibrant NYC neighborhood home to one of the world's largest Greek populations — and new residence of one such Andrew Gazal.
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  1. 1. Major UK-based international banking group. Despite being headquartered in the UK, the bank doesn't conduct retail banking in the UK. Also a long-standing club sponsor for Liverpool Football Club.
  2. 3. New York's tap-and-go contactless fare payment system replacing the Metrocard. After 12 taps with this payment in 7 days, additional rides are free.
  3. 5. Last name of NYC mayor in office from 2002-2013 known for running the most expensive presidential primary campaigns in US history. Also notorious for keeping public schools open during snow storms, often waiting until the early morning to make such decisions.
  4. 8. Former police officer and "tough on crime" New York City Mayor indicted on federal charges for receiving bribes and luxury travel from Turkish officials.
  5. 10. Chief seaport in Peru located next to the Pacific Ocean built around a peninsula, residents are known as chalacos.
  6. 11. Iconic centuries-old street bread in Istanbul sold fresh with sesame seeds.
  7. 12. 4th century Armenian queen known for her fierce defense of Persian invaders. She is a symbol of Armenian resilience, as exhibited by many strong women in the Gazal family.
  8. 14. Suburban neighborhood and Northeast slice of Queens next to Douglaston. Current residence of Gazal family. The LIRR line serving this town was depicted in F.Scott Fitzgerald's masterpiece, "The Great Gatsby."
  9. 15. Trailblazer in the world of Global Corporate Social Responsibility, known for her iconic manicures and love of cats. She is also Andrew's girlfriend.
  10. 17. A miraculous figure of the New Testament who was brought back to life by Jesus, as told in the Gospel of John. He shares a name with a close friend of Andrew Gazal, befriended at the Bronx High School of Science.
  11. 20. Charming, nature-filled college town by the Susquehanna River in NY once known as "McDonald Mills." Its name derived from Iroquoian, meaning "Place of Open Rocks."
  12. 21. Greek pastry and cafe on Bell Blvd, home to best kourabiedes in Queens.
  13. 22. Compact SUV first introduced in 1966 as a competitor to Jeep, made famous in the 1994 OJ Simpson chase.
  14. 24. Turkish novelist born in 1952 known for exploring topics of history, East-West Divides and identity. He is the first Turkish Nobel laureate and teaches writing at Columbia University.
  15. 25. 1962 epic biographical adventure depicting attacks in the First World War, starring Omar Sharif. Also a favorite film of Avo Gazal.
  16. 29. A mischievous cartoon girl with a signature red bow and pigtails, debuted in "The Saturday Evening Post" in 1953 by American cartoonist "Marge." Also, a nickname for Carolina.
  17. 30. American punk rock band that grew up in Forest Hills, Queens. Most known for their signature, energetic opening "Hey ho, let's go!"
  18. 31. This company is set to acquire Warner Bros Discovery in a major $82.7 billion deal as of Dec 2025, following a bidding war with Paramount. It is also a streaming platform Carolina does not have.