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The Paris Olympics, which showcased a myriad of breathtaking performances, recently found itself at the center of a controversy involving two former “Full House” actresses. Candace Cameron Bure, known for her strong Christian faith, criticized a theatrical performance during the Opening Ceremonies that depicted Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.” Her co-star, Jodie Sweetin, quickly…

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This summer has been great if you follow sports: tennis championships, end-of-season tournaments, soccer’s European Championship, and Copa America – all leading up to the most global event of all, the Olympics. The Olympic Games began as a religious celebration in ancient Greece, with competitions to honor their gods. However, the Olympics declined once the Roman Empire…

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Retired Seattle Storm legend Sue Bird has five Olympic medals and 13 WNBA All-Star selections over her career. Along with those accolades, her aim to inspire future generations of WNBA players still stands. Doll manufacturer Mattel announced that Bird would get her own Barbie doll as part of the company’s 65th anniversary celebration and Summer…

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According to Pro Football Hall of Fame coach and television analyst Tony Dungy, society is broken and can’t be fixed by politicians in Washington, D.C., but only by Americans returning to God. The former head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Indianapolis Colts made the comments on social media following the assassination attempt…

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