Topic: olympic
Exactly how many abortionists/workers have been murdered since 1973? Here's the body count according to Wikipedia:March 10, 1993: Dr. David Gunn of Pensacola, Florida was fata ... discussMay 7, 2013. (Romereports.com) The Vatican has released the official schedule Pope Francis will follow during World Youth Day. He will be in Rio from July 22nd to July 29th. On Monday July 22nd ... discuss
There are a few things that irk me. One is triumphalism. Stories about how the Catholic Church is dead, or about how Planned Parenthood is dead strike me as prideful. Then there are the excessively pi ... discuss
South Africa’s parliamentarian, Kenneth Meshoe, rose to contradict former U.S. President Jimmy Carter at an Israeli Embassy event this morning. “Israelis no apartheid regime,” said t ... discuss
Time once again for our usual midday Wednesday feature.Sometimes I still dream of the little house in Ohio where I grew up, but it always appears as it did before we added on to the back of it. But la ... discuss
Vatican Insider reports:New scientific experiments carried out at the University of Padua have apparently confirmed that the Shroud Turin can be dated back to the 1st century AD. This makes its co ... discuss
The Iron Sheik isn’t gonna take the IOC’s pansy decision to drop rasslin’ lyin’ down. And if the IOC knows what’s good for ‘em they won’t step to the Iron She ... discuss
Since I'd like to start blogging again, I thought I'd start off with my 2012 list. I re-read quite a few books from my favorite Stephanie Plum series, but overall, still read quite a few books t ... discuss
About 12 years ago we took a family vacation to the Olympic Peninsula. We lived in Washington State at the time, near the Puget Sound. We ten camped for most of the trip. Since I am a night owl and ... discuss
"It has been suggested that o'who? the clown and 'those who surround him' aren't the "Keystone Kops" and bumbling fools they appear to be nor one ... discuss
http://www.airdriecityview.com/article/20121101/ACV0302/311019970/0/ACV Me with granddaughter Grace Above is a link to another article about my granddaughter, Grace, winning the title of L ... discuss
Explaining the title of the LectureFor the lecture’s title I have used a phrase which appears in T.S.Eliot’s Four Quartets – the second of which is called East Coker. East Coker is a villa ... discuss
If you tuned in to Radio Rhema at 11:45am (NZ time) on 16 August 2012 you would have heard this blog’s Matthew Flannagan and Craig Heilmann discuss the ethics of euthanasia, the Beast of Blenhe ... discuss
A lot is being said in the media about Mitt Romney not being ”likable” or that he doesn’t “relate well” to people. Following are the ... discuss
Every four years the Olympic games captures the attention of the world as it showcases the pinnacle of athletic achievement. Two weeks after the Olympics are the lesser known Paralympics, an event tha ... discuss
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By TITO EDWARDS | How Blockbuster and Mother Teresa Changed My Life – Eneubauer, 21 Century Pilgrim Olympic Medalist Transformed Through Suffering - Trent Beattie, Catholic Lane On B ... discuss
Last night at the DBQ Republican HQ there was a pizza party to watch the coverage of the closing session of the Republican Convention. We were watching it on C-Span as it was the only way to w ... discuss
By: Melanie Hunter Olympic Gold Medalist’s ‘Greatest Olym ... discuss
Tampa, FL - On the 3rd day of the Republican National Convention returned to its normal schedule with speakers addressing today's theme: "We Believe in America" and hearing from Presidential n ... discuss
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Aug 23, 2012 / 04:06 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- The official flag of the Olympic Games, on its way from London to Rio de Janeiro's Shrine of Christ the Redeemer, was received by Arch ... discuss
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Aug 23, 2012 / 04:06 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- The official flag of the Olympic Games, on its way from London to Rio de Janeiro's Shrine of Christ the Redeemer, was received by Arch ... discuss
By Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel, VP of Alliance Coordination Joe Infranco With the Olympics fresh in our minds, we see yet again the connection between commitment and performance. Thinkin ... discuss
From Charisma News Bishop E. W. Jackson Bishop E.W. Jackson is making a war cry: “Let God’s people go!” Jackson, a Marine Corps veteran, graduate of Harvard Law School and adjunct pr ... discuss
Joe Biden forgot what century it was, and the New York Times celebrated the death of a Chick-fil-A executive (which is pretty sick if you think about it, and that leaves out most people). Did Congress ... discuss
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Theodore Dalrymple. The Olympics have long been to me an almost repellent spectacle, one that is tailor-made for the very worst of dictatorships to proclaim to the world their success and moral superi ... discuss
Hint, not the National Health Service (NHS). Surprisingly, NBC reminded us, not the London 2012 folks. There we were last Saturday evening, settling in for one last round of Olympic competition and wh ... discuss
As usual, in the Looking-Glass world of Obama Christianity oppresses women while Islam liberates them. You couldn't make this stuff up. Obama's Iftar Dinner By George Neumayr on 8 ... discuss
Barcelona, Spain, Aug 17, 2012 / 04:04 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- Spanish swimmer Mireia Belmonte offered her two silver medals from the London 2012 Olympic Games to Our Lady of Monserrat in Barcelona. T ... discuss
Enough Already! - Actress Jodie Foster penned an interesting article (Note: it contains a couple of profanities). She writes about how horrendous it is to grow up in the public eye and defends a kid&# ... discuss
by Denise J. Hunnell, MD August 15, 2012 (HLIAmerica.org) - I am an Olympic blubberer. Whenever I read the news stories or watch the competitions I need a box of tissues nearby. The drama of the compe ... discuss
by Denise J. Hunnell, MD August 15, 2012 (HLIAmerica.org) - I am an Olympic blubberer. Whenever I read the news stories or watch the competitions I need a box of tissues nearby. The drama of the compe ... discuss
Top story: More British women aborting their children over financial worries, say UK doctors [LifeSiteNews.com, 14 August]Other stories:AbortionChristian settles with NHS in dispute over anti-abortion ... discuss
I am an Olympic blubberer. Whenever I read the news stories or watch the competitions I need a box of tissues nearby. The drama of the competition, the heartbreaking falls, the soaring successes and t ... discuss
I am an Olympic blubberer. Whenever I read the news stories or watch the competitions I need a box of tissues nearby. The drama of the competition, the heartbreaking falls, the soaring successes and t ... discuss
The Mystery of Relics, Truthful Surrender, Culture of Death at Olympic Closing Ceremonies, and More!
By Denise J. Hunnell, M.D. I am an Olympic blubberer. Whenever I read the news stories or watch the competitions I need a box of tissues nearby. The drama of the competition, the heartbreaking fa ... discuss
Posted by Jim Hoft on Tuesday, August 14, 2012, 4:54 AM It’s no secret that “progressives” hate Christians.The New York Times brought Olympic athlete Lolo Jones to tears after bashing he ... discuss
Is this legal? Wouldn’t it give a competitor an unfair propellant boost? ... discuss
From: lc Sent: Sunday, August 12, 2012 Subject: Navarette Right, and Manzano?source: http://www.cnn.com/2012/08/10/opinion/navarrette-olympics-flags/index.html U.S. Olympic athlete, Mexica ... discuss
Forty-four years since the last victory by an American, Leonel “Leo” Manzano won an Olympic silver medal for the U.S. in the 1500-meter race, to the delight of his fellow parishioners at St. Ignat ... discuss
Forty-four years since the last victory by an American, Leonel “Leo” Manzano won an Olympic silver medal for the U.S. in the 1500-meter race, to the delight of his fellow parishioners at St. Ignat ... discuss
Michelle Obama was a guest on Monday's Tonight Show - AGAIN. Here's video:First Lady Michelle Obama on Healthcare Reform (8/13/12)First Lady Michelle Obama Kiss Cam (8/13/12)Leno did ask Michelle abou ... discuss
I’m going to be working early this week. But we can start off with some verse. “An atheist” abandons (silliness) doesn’t mean they all do. Next … maybe they’ll c ... discuss
By EWTN NEWS | Leonel “Leo” Manzano won an Olympic silver medal for the U.S. in the 1,500-meter race, after 44 years since the last victory by an American, to the delight of his fe ... discuss
On Saturday David Boudia jumped off the 10-meter platform at the Aquatics Center in London and twisted and flipped his way to an Olympic gold medal, the first U.S. gold in men’s diving since 1992. ... discuss
Disgrace. San Diego (CNN) – Every few years, I reassess how I feel about Mexican-Americans who wave Mexican flags. Much of it has to do with who is doing the waving and under what circumst ... discuss
Austin, Texas, Aug 13, 2012 / 12:03 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- Leonel “Leo” Manzano won an Olympic silver medal for the U.S. in the 1500-meter race – after 44 years since the last victory ... discuss
Contact: Tim Brown, Producer, 615-369-5110, info@absolutesurrendermovie.com; absolutesurrendermovie.com NASHVILLE, Aug. 13, 2012 /Christian Newswire/ -- Last week, runners from all over the world g ... discuss
By TITO EDWARDS | Virgin Mary Crosses Finish Line with Olympic Gold Runner – Catholic News Agency Study: Fathers’ Involvement Vital to Behavioral Development of Infant – Th ... discuss
Pro-life activist Gary Boisclair is creating quite a stir in his primary bid against Muslim Democrat incumbent Congressman Keith Ellison in Minnesota’s 5th District, up to and including death th ... discuss
Gospel or Spirit? - Good thoughts here from Trevin: “Evangelicals love to speak in theological shorthand. We employ phrases and terms that become popular, become a badge of identification, and o ... discuss
The job of an Olympic team chaplain sometimes involves helping athletes face up to weaknesses of character, said the Italian team chaplain, after one of the nation’s athletes was disqualified on ... discuss
The job of an Olympic team chaplain sometimes involves helping athletes face up to weaknesses of character, said the Italian team chaplain, after one of the nation’s athletes was disqualified on ... discuss
Ethiopian athlete Meseret Defar provided one of the most emotional moments of the London 2012 Summer Olympic Games when she crossed the finish line in the 5000 meter race to win the gold. She then pul ... discuss
Ethiopian athlete Meseret Defar provided one of the most emotional moments of the London 2012 Summer Olympic Games when she crossed the finish line in the 5000 meter race to win the gold. She then pul ... discuss
Do Loyalty Cards Raise Prices? I've been able to find surprisingly little empirical research on this, but I don't see why he's so sure the discounting is illusory. Think of it this way. Stores like t ... discuss
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I can’t do it anymore. I have all you need to continue. “This is enough, O LORD!” Back at the castle, Jezebel heard how Elijah’s God had made hers look foolish. She also heard th ... discuss
I can’t do it anymore. I have all you need to continue. “This is enough, O LORD!” Back at the castle, Jezebel heard how Elijah’s God had made hers look foolish. She also heard th ... discuss
So, this has been on my mind since nearly the beginning of this year’s Olympic Opening Ceremonies: Is NBC biased in their coverage of the Olympic Games? This has been a hot topic for nearly two ... discuss
Graphic courtesy of the Rolco Sports NetworkThe Republic of Poland sponsored an Olympic Art Contest celebrating the 2012 London Olympics that was open to students of Polish Saturday Schools that opera ... discuss
Graphic courtesy of the Rolco Sports NetworkThe Republic of Poland sponsored an Olympic Art Contest celebrating the 2012 London Olympics that was open to students of Polish Saturday Schools that opera ... discuss
via catholicnewsagency.com Meseret Defar of Ethiopia holds up a picture at the London 2012 Olympic Games on August 10, 2012 in London, England. Credit: Alexander Hassens/Getty Images Sport/Get ... discuss
I agreed with Lord Black that we need to strength the ties between Comminwealth countries. The Commonwealth should a massively free trade zone. Immigration between Commonwealth countries should be enc ... discuss
-By Warner Todd Huston U.S. Olympic Hurdler Lolo Jones was slammed by The New York Times as a woman of little accomplishment, a flimsy girl not sufficiently woman’s libby enough, one that is all ... discuss
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Can't go wrong having the Blessed Mother with you :)Ethiopian athlete Meseret Defar provided one of the most emotional moments of the London 2012 Summer Olympic Games when she crossed the finish line ... discuss
I had to share this blogpost I found because reading it made me very annoyed.Here is where my problem lies:"... the media here in Australia began to pus the "female athlete as warrier" idea in the pro ... discuss
Between 19 May and 21 July, Reverend Arthur Woood, a member of the SPUC Evangelicals committee, led a nationwide campaign to take the pro-life message to the heart of the Olympic games. SPUC supporter ... discuss
London, England, Aug 10, 2012 / 04:25 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- Ethiopian athlete Meseret Defar provided one of the most emotional moments of the London 2012 Summer Olympic Games when she crossed the finis ... discuss
Catholic Sports Network to partner with Converse at '72 reunion gala Rarely do high school students have the opportunity to hear about an important chapter in world history ... discuss
To say Manteo Mitchell is a team player is an understatement. During the 4x400m relay, Mitchell's leg broke. He kept running.From the Associated Press:Manteo Mitchell felt the pop in his leg and knew ... discuss
Incredible showing by the women of #TeamUSA today - first GOLD in women's boxing, first GOLD in women's water polo & GOLD in women's soccer!— US Olympic Team (@USOlympic) August 9, 2012The U.S. ... discuss
I don’t know about you, but my family has stayed up way too late the past two weeks watching the Olympics. The kids are riveted on Lolo and Michael P. and those amazing synchronized Chinese divers, ... discuss
By: Fern Sidman The quintessential New England town of Needham, Massachusetts will be immeasurably transformed as its euphoric residents prepare to welcome home their very own “prodigal daughter ... discuss
Who doesn’t just love watching the Olympics. This summer, my children have finally caught the fever with me. We’ve watched the women’s sand volleyball, the men’s swimming, the rowi ... discuss
LONDON (AP)—At the Olympics, it’s not just the athletes who go faster, higher and stronger. So do the emotions of spectators at this vast, dramatic and often confusing event. yhem, a rel ... discuss
Allyson Felix - Nathan Busenitz writes about Allyson Felix who won gold last night in the women’s 200 meter race. “Our entire seminary family has been cheering her on during these Olympic ... discuss
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Waitafuggin minute!!! NO MORE Tape Delayed Olympic coverage...for a Matthew Perry episode??!!! FO' Realz??!!!— Samuel L. Jackson (@SamuelLJackson) August 9, 2012 ... discuss
LONDON (AP)—Misty May-Treanor danced on the sand and then off it, taking a victory lap around the court before leaving Horse Guards Parade with Kerri Walsh Jennings as the first three-time gold me ... discuss
Today, my children illustrated why school is necessary for at least 9 months of the year. They developed an Olympic sport all their own, Samurai banana peeling. To explain, they toss said banana ... discuss
via standamerica.us Blasts Progressives that Attacked Olympic Gold Medal Winner Gabby Douglas for Giving Glory to God CHESAPEAKE, Va., Aug. 8, 2012 /Christian Newswire/ -- "Let God's people go!" s ... discuss
Blasts Progressives that Attacked Olympic Gold Medal Winner Gabby Douglas for Giving Glory to God Contact: Greg Aldridge, 540-397-1051 CHESPEAKE, Va., Aug. 8, 2012 /Christian Newswire/ -- "Let God ... discuss
Good morning. Our (non-) reality based state department. Yes, even granting the premise, the conclusion is not warranted. “Reduce civilian casualties” is not the goal of combat, or at l ... discuss
By DONALD DeMARCO | The ancient Olympic Games were of astonishing duration, lasting well over 1,000 years, from 776 B.C. until the Roman Emperor Theodosius the Great prohibited their continuat ... discuss
by Damian Goddard But Jesus said to them: Suffer the little children, and forbid them not to come to me: for the kingdom of heaven is for such. Matthew 19:14 While sports enthusiasts and passing obser ... discuss
By TITO EDWARDS | The Church in Syria - Fr. Tim Finigan, The Hermeneutic of Continuity Spanish Olympic Athlete to Enter Seminary after London Games – CNA/EWTN News So Much for Tolera ... discuss
Public Notice: The United States may be giving it their all at the Olympics, but our performance back home is another story. At no point in time, even shortly following WWII, has the amo ... discuss
LONDON (AP)—It’s an all-American final in the Olympic women’s beach volleyball tournament. ter Kerri Walsh Jennings and Misty May-Treanor reached their third consecutive gold medal ... discuss
Yesterday I flew out to Prince Edward Island for the Gospel Coalition Atlantic Canada conference, which begins a bit later today. Our gate was moved three times and the flight ended up being well over ... discuss
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-By Warner Todd Huston The headline of the Internet version of a Washington Post story about the shooting sports at the Olympics asserts that “even at the Olympics” the Olympians face ques ... discuss
A doctor who treated those wounded in the July attacks in London seven years ago says volunteering in the Olympic games has helped bring him closure. ... discuss
From Vatican Radio Who would have thought that the London Olympics could offer the perfect opportunity to put New Evangelisation into practise? The Catholic Church of England and Wales- that ... discuss
Dear Stay-at-Home Mom - Trevin Wax has a letter to stay-at-home moms. “Dear Stay-at-Home Mom, You are a gift of God to your husband and your kids. But you don’t always feel that ... discuss
Dear Lord, you have created me in your own precious image, thank you that I amfearfully and wonderfully made.You created my inmost being, you knit me together in my mother’s womb.Your works are wond ... discuss
By TITO EDWARDS | What Guys Need to Know about Women – Marge Fenelon, Catholic Lane How a Catholic Emperor Banned the Olympic Games – Dr. Taylor Marshall, Canterbury Tales The ... discuss
Deadspin asks the question: This morning's New York Times sports section has an article about Lolo Jones, the virgin hurdler you're probably somewhat aware of titled, "For Lolo Jones, Everything Is I ... discuss
Carlos Ballve – known as “Litus” to his friends – plays defense on the Spanish field hockey team that is competing in the London 2012 Olympic Games. But as soon as the competition ends, he wil ... discuss
Natalie Hawkins, the mother of U.S. Olympic sensation Gabby Douglas had previously remarked that gymnastics was an expensive sport. It has since come to light that Hawkins has since filed for bankrupt ... discuss
2nd Circuit Upholds Restriction on Speech of Pro-life Protestors Same-sex 'marriage' laws coming Down Under? Anger at pro-life Olympic leaflet campaign in UK 'Gender Selection' Fertilit ... discuss
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I think this is an absolutely ridiculous controversy. NBC has become the centre of a race storm after airing an ad featuring a monkey performing gymnastics, right after showing the performance of Gabb ... discuss
"We the People" are Never the Favored Group.From: kd Sent: Sunday, July 22, 2012 Subject: Week in Review: Progressive Deception, Humanitarian Rhetoric and Syrian RouletteIf you are a longtime fol ... discuss
From: bb Sent: Friday, August 03, 2012 Subject: A sad day for skier Lindsey Vonn A sad day I find this so sad. She truly earne ... discuss
Denver, Colo., Aug 4, 2012 / 01:00 pm (CNA).- After record-breaking performances with the Regis Jesuit girls’ swim team last season, junior Missy Franklin now has her eyes on the U.S. Swimming O ... discuss
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The Courage To Put Away Our Cameras - I give this article a big thumbs up. “The degree to which we are able to be present in the moment, psychologists say, is one of the chief indicators of ment ... discuss
Then compared to a monkey by Liberal media. See next post below.After Gabby Douglas won the gold and Bob Costas spoke about how amazing this was for the first African-American to win the women's ... discuss
The Courage To Put Away Our Cameras - I give this article a big thumbs up. “The degree to which we are able to be present in the moment, psychologists say, is one of the chief indicators of ment ... discuss
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Madrid, Spain, Aug 3, 2012 / 04:06 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- Carlos Ballve – known as “Litus” to his friends – plays defense on the Spanish field hockey team that is competing in th ... discuss
It's a GOLD rush by the American swimmers today.Missy Franklin won GOLD in the 200m Backstroke, setting a world record. Elizabeth Beisel picked up the BRONZE.Michael Phelps won GOLD in the 100m Butter ... discuss
Wisconsin Olympian Michael McPhail was a millimeter away from making the finals in the 50m Rifle, Prone.From Ed Klajman, Madison.com:Whether it’s football, baseball, hockey or basketball, describing ... discuss
by LauraLoo U.S. Olympic swimming competitor Ryan Lochte apparently is putting those complementary condoms to use. According to Ryan’s mom, Ike Lochte, he’s “all about the one-nigh ... discuss
Olympic Swimmer Ryan Lochte celebrates his 28th birthday today with five medals from his 2nd Olympics. ... discuss
Syria remains at the top of the news ticker, with continuing reports that Syrian Sunni jihadists who have been fighting with al Qaeda against U.S. forces in Iraq are returning to fight at home. Presi ... discuss
by LauraLoo U.S. Olympic swimming competitor Ryan Lochte apparently is putting those complementary condoms to use. According to Ryan’s mom, Ike Lochte, he’s “all about the one-nigh ... discuss
What do reporters know and when do they report it? It was hard to miss yesterday the Christian beliefs that gave Gabby Douglas the foundation for all the work and concentration that went into her gold ... discuss
Good morning. Scientific method. Some thoughts on the Olympics. And this too, which raises and interesting question … from what cultural change from the Greeks comes our passion for team vs i ... discuss
Contact: 4 Winds Christian Athletics, 608-469-7956 (If you would like a list of the Christian athletes, please notify us) MADISON, Wisc., August 3, 2012 /Christian Newswire/ -- The Olympic track and ... discuss
By: T F Stern T F Stern’s Rantings What would we do without the IRS reminding us to pay up or go to jail? It would be a safe bet most Americans didn’t know Olympic athletes have to pay taxes i ... discuss
Louis Woodhill writes at Forbes today that if mismanaging an economic recovery were an Olympic event, President Obama would be standing on the middle platform right now, accepting the gold medal: Deep ... discuss
A few quick hits:* The District of Columbia Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act received strong support in the U.S House of Representatives but failed nevertheless to pass a 2/3 majority in order ... discuss
As regular readers know, I am into baseball more than football, but outside of watching games and reading boxscores I pay almost no attention to the private lives of sports figures. I only very recent ... discuss
Welcome to WORLD’s online community. This is our daily open thread, where you, the commenters, get to choose the topics of conversation and politely interact with one another. QOD: What ... discuss
Three of his teammates helped Michael Phelps swim into history today.The U.S. 4x200m freestyle relay team took gold, earning Phelps his 19th Olympic medal, the most of any athlete ever. From the Assoc ... discuss
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So, so close!But no gold. Watching NBC's livestream of the event, the commentators said that Phelps lost.True, he wasn't first, but silver is not bad. One more medal and Phelps becomes the most decora ... discuss
Good morning. Pastoring is personal. You didn’t build that, err, those … meets the homily. For the Ms Palin fans. I’m mystified by what is meant by the last sentence of this po ... discuss
Today marked the launch of a major Olympic event that you won’t find in the official Games brochure, 24-hour Eucharistic adoration.“We’re flying the flag for Christ if you like,” said Francisc ... discuss
I'm very blessed to have a very possible future daughter-in-law who's graced our family with visits on several occasions and who consistently brings out the best in those about her - including but no ... discuss
Reflect on the Theme of Unity Among Nations ... discuss
London, England, Jul 30, 2012 / 11:31 am (CNA/EWTN News).- Today marked the launch of a major Olympic event that you won’t find in the official Games brochure, 24-hour Eucharistic adoration. & ... discuss
by LauraLoo Warning: Adult content. To many the Olympics are synonymous with sex – inside the bedroom and outside in public. The Olympics are helping these physically fit competitors fuel s ... discuss
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney left Israel for Poland today with campaign coffers $1.25 million richer following a first-ever presidential fundraiser in Jerusalem. About 50 people pai ... discuss
... until I saw this eye candy for male heterosexuals: And as awesome as Michelle Jenneke looks while dancing around before the race ... she's equally awesome at running during the race - totally s ... discuss
Even the Vatican is getting into the Olympic spirit. L'Osservatore Romano ran an op-ed piece by the British ambassador to the Holy See on his family connection to Eric Liddell, an Olympian famously de ... discuss
Jordyn Wieber is out of the all-around competition in women's gymnastics at the Olympics because of a lame rule. Defending World Champion Jordyn Wieber is out of the all-around Olympic competition. Be ... discuss
A painting of GOP Presidential contender Mitt Romney and Rafalca The Dancing Horse competing in a Dressage event at the 2012 London summer Olympics- No direct Olympic references in this painting, b ... discuss
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Did you watch the ceremonies? Tripp and Jesse and Daniel and Justin and I did. It was such an eccentric mix of ideas - often with emphasis on the trivial rather than the true - it's just ... discuss
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George Weigel sums up my thoughts spot on. I felt like I needed to take a shower after the adulation of the National Health Service (NHS), etc. I particularly like the final salvo: As the Games of the ... discuss
Some conservative publications and politicians have grumbled about last night’s London Olympics opening ceremony. London’s Daily Mail castigated “this bonanza of left-wing propaganda,” and con ... discuss
By Raymond Rolak Maria Michta. Photo courtesy of the USA Track & FieldMaria Mitchta is living her dream. With help, determination and the support of a whole community she is going to London for ... discuss
By Raymond Rolak Maria Michta. Photo courtesy of the USA Track & FieldMaria Mitchta is living her dream. With help, determination and the support of a whole community she is going to London for ... discuss
by Beth Stebner - Americans have reacted with confusion to the glorification of free universal health care in the London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony as the country continues to be divided by the deb ... discuss
LONDON (AP) — About 300 people critical of the economic impact of London's Olympics are marching in protest to an east London park. 1 read mo ... discuss
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by Bernie Reeves - God could not save the Queen. And Mitt Romney was right: the Brits were not prepared to host the 2012 Olympiad. Rather than celebrate Great Britain’s extraordinary contributio ... discuss
I am keeping an eye on the Ecocide Movement–which would criminalize large scale resource development as the “5th crime against peace”–worried that I seem to be the only one who ... discuss
I will talk to the baby before I compete. [I'll say] no kicking, stay calm for one hour and 15 minutes only please. ~ Nur Suryani Mohamed Taibi, Malaysia’s entrant in the Olympics’ 10m ri ... discuss
We all know that NBC did not air the opening ceremony of the London Olympics live. It was delayed to be shown in prime time. The broadcast fit neatly into a four and a half time slot, obviously edited ... discuss
LONDON (AP) — Shaken and stirred. James Bond and the queen teamed to give London a wild Olympic opening like no other. And creative genius Danny Boyle turned Olympic Stadium into a jukebox, cranking ... discuss
The opening ceremony of the Beijing Olympic Games was absolutely breathtaking.I can't say the same for the opening ceremony of the London Olympic Games.It was so politically charged. It wasn't a celeb ... discuss
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Like many Americans, who unlike their government, must reduce spending when they have less income, we have reduced how much we spend on TV services. We used to spend close to $200 per month for HD ... discuss
Yes, it's before a football game, but if you're an American and the Chicago way can't get your patriotic Olympic juices flowing then you're probably one of those people I have no way of relating to -- ... discuss
The Olympic Games begin today at 8:12 (or 20:12) p.m. London time. NBC has a listing of events and scheduled broadcast times. British Prime Minister David Cameron plans to take advantage of next week ... discuss
A Brazilian fan shows his allegiance before a men's soccer match between Brazil and Egypt in Cardiff, Wales, during the London Olympic Games July 26. (CNS/Reuters) ... discuss
At the expense of our friendly North American rivals (no offense) and ripped off from an Iowa joke I heard as a kid: Q: Why does the Mississippi River flow south? A: Because Canada blows and Mexico s ... discuss
By BRIAN FRAGA | Being an Olympic athlete and having his picture plastered on posters would probably fill most 22-year-olds with a healthy dose of confidence, if not arrogance. But Diego Est ... discuss
Ryan Lochte, Team USA Swimming Well, an Olympic cold, maybe. But it's feed a cold right? So I'm going to have figure out a way force feed myself Olympic coverage in spite of the day job schedule I' ... discuss
Why is Mitt Romney Unlikable? is being said in the media about Mitt Romney not being "likable" or that he doesn't "relate well" to people. Frankly, we struggled to understand why. So after much res ... discuss
Mitt Romney's rude and inappropriate questioning of British readiness for the Olympics, while a guest in that country, is yet another example of how very ill-equipped he is for the presidency of the ... discuss
The Olympics are finally here! I love watching the Olympics — especially swimming, a sport I used to compete in years and years…and years ago. That is why I really wish that I could unread ... discuss
Media coverage of the Olympics seldom mentions the faith of the competitors, even though many of these men and women are sincere Christians. Here are brief profiles of seven world-class athletes from ... discuss
I like the fact that they are recognizing the Olympics as an opportunity to evangelize.Catholics in England have created an Olympic Cross to help reach out to Olympians and attendees of the 2012 ... discuss
BishopFarrell St. Paul could have attended the Olympic Games in ancient Greece. He was in Greece when they were being played. He never mentioned the Olympics in his letters, but he has a lot to sa ... discuss
CNA Daily News London, England, Jul 26, 2012 / 12:03 am (CNA/EWTN News).- Catholics in England have created an Olympic Cross to help reach out to Olympians and attendees of the 2012 Olympic Games. ... discuss
More from the dissent will not be tolerated file. Her tweet was admittedly tasteless and incredibly stupid, but it does not warrant a ban from the Olympics for which she has worked so long and hard. ... discuss
Contact: Jeff Field, Director of Communications, The Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, 212-371-3191, cl@catholicleague.org NEW YORK, July 25, 2012 /Christian Newswire/ -- Catholic Le ... discuss
A donation to the Pharm: Lefties are entertaining themselves by claiming that Obama got the idea for his biggest socialist gaffe from Mitt Romney. Normal people are amused that the leftists coul ... discuss
With the Olympic Games set to open in London this Friday at 6:30 PM CDT, we are less than three days away to the start of one of the greatest shows of athleticism in the world. Please join me in ... discuss
OK. I’m back (and as usual, relatively horrible). Need rest? The Norwegian shooter got 20 some years … in the US you (can) get life for somewhat less. Talking about TDKR (I saw it Mond ... discuss
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Woman Dies After Second-Trimester Abortion at Planned Parenthood A young woman has died after having a second-trimester abortion at a Chicago-area Planned Parenthood clinic. Tonya Reaves, 24, died ... discuss
July 23. 2012. (Romereports.com) From his summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, the Pope said his thoughts and prayers are with the victims of Aurora, Denver, where at least a dozen people were shot to ... discuss
I love the Olympics, especially the Summer Games. I cannot wait for the ultimate in human sporting events. The test of speed, strength, endurance and most importantly, will. In my fantasies ... discuss
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Contact: Nick Garces, 912-895-1282 SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 23, 2012 /Christian Newswire/ -- A Christian women's health & wellness organization, Love Life Wellness Inc., has created a fun new way to ... discuss
Every time the Olympics roll around, I always avoid pretty much everything having to do with them. As a progressively grumpy codger, I despise everything that it's become because, you know, everythin ... discuss
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The Following article is from Bro. Joseph Herrin at The Parables Blog. Although I have shared his articles before in the past, for those who do not know, Bro. Joseph has a gift for understanding ... discuss
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Well, the plan was to snorkel all day, but the weather forecast was for all day T-storms, which since the morning when we aborted have been suspiciously absent. So, the alternative is museums after lu ... discuss
There's been an unusually high amount of must-read items zipping through cyberspace these last few days and so I thought I'd list a few for you to look over sometime during the weekend.* "Ten Pieces o ... discuss
Today begins the month-long Islamic holiday of Ramadan, when Muslims around the world fast and abstain from eating, drinking, smoking cigarettes, and having sex from sunup to sundown. In reality, it i ... discuss
Sister Catherine Holum is a religious with the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal, the female portion of Fr. Benedict Groeschel’s gang of merry men and women. She is also a former Olympic speed s ... discuss
Good morning,? err, day. Profiling. Just like AGW believers driving 10+ over the speed limit instead of 5 under … Gen-X has been brainwashed about green and energy from K-12 and beyond, but it ... discuss
I've been seeing references to Pro-Life 3.0 on the net. Abortion and Euthanasia was Pro-Life 1.0. Stem cells and IVF are Pro-Life 2.0 Pro-Life 3.0 deals with transhumanism. And transhumanism advo ... discuss
So I finally did it. I sat down and read le="color: #666666;">The Singularity is Near by Ray Kurzweil. And while many question Kurzweil's calculations, and his unbounded optimism abou ... discuss
With the London Olympic Games approaching, Chariots of Fire, the 1981 Best Picture Oscar-winner and perennial family favorite, is recapturing the British imagination. The reality-based story of two Br ... discuss
Contact: 4 Winds Christian Athletics, 608-469-7956 MADISON, Wis., July 16, 2012 /Christian Newswire/ -- 4 Winds Christian Athletics, a world-class track and field ministry, just completed a ten day ... discuss
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Good morning. I’d never heard of that film. How about you? The International courts and Syria. What to cut? Guns and grain. This is very much related. Supply and demand. Is this a one-off ... discuss
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