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Garrett Nussmeier is LSU’s new starting quarterback and he’s grateful for the opportunity. Most players decided to enter the transfer portal in hopes of getting more play time or getting a better experience after the NCAA season, but Nussmeier was happy where he was. He came to LSU as a four-star prospect out of high…

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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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Three members of the Nelons, a Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame quartet, were among seven people who were killed in a plane crash in Wyoming. The surviving member of the quartet, Autumn Nelon Streetman confirmed the news that Nelons co-founder, Kelly Nelon Clark, her husband Jason Clark, and their daughter, Amber Nelon Kistler had…

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Actor and comedian Rob Schneider recently announced that he will not be watching the 2024 Paris Olympics after the controversial Last Supper parody in the opening ceremony. He took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to announce his distaste for the opening ceremony and that he would not be tuning into the Olympic Games this…

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The Netflix original film “Hillbilly Elegy,” based on the bestselling book by J.D. Vance, provides a compelling narrative about the struggles and triumphs of a young boy named J.D. who grows up in a dysfunctional family. Directed by Ron Howard, the film stars Gabriel Basso and Owen Asztalos as Vance, Amy Adams as his mother,…

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Comedian Russell Brand has again spoken out about the impact of his new faith in Christ during a recent conversation with Neil Oliver posted to X, saying he is in the “business of serving Jesus Christ.” He said, “In surrendering to Christ, there is something extraordinary about saying there is this man, another man, entirely God, entirely…

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As Queen Camilla celebrates her 77th birthday, her focus is elsewhere, according to royal experts. As King Charles continues his royal duties amid his battle with cancer, Camilla is reportedly “worried” for Charles’ health. “Camilla has been a rock for the king as he battles cancer,” said Christopher Andersen, author of “The King.” “But she has…

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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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Beloved game show host Alex Trebek will live on forever after being honored by the United States Post Office with his very own “Forever stamp.” The “Jeopardy!” host made history when he left the popular show after 37 seasons. In 2019, he announced his pancreatic cancer diagnosis and died on November 8, 2020, only 10…

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Lady Gaga, known for her sometimes controversial stage performances and flamboyant style, discussed her recent “greatest awakening” in regard to coping with fibromyalgia. She said of her chronic pain, “I do believe that this happened for a reason — all of it. I think I was supposed to go through all of these things. I…

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