A Catholic priest in Florida bit a woman at Mass when she reached her hand into a bowl of Communion wafers, but church officials said he was stopping a desecration of the sacrament. … [Read more...] about Priest bites woman at Mass to stop her from taking Communion wafers
Archives for May 2024
Commanders GM Adam Peters’ statement on hiring David Blackburn
Washington general manager Adam Peters is on a roll. After a busy free-agency period that saw the Commanders sign over 20 players, Peters selected nine players in the 2024 NFL draft, led by quarterback Jayden Daniels. The moves have earned him praise from around the NFL. This month, Peters has remained busy reshaping the front office. Washington has allowed several executives … [Read more...] about Commanders GM Adam Peters’ statement on hiring David Blackburn
Taiwan’s new president confronted by major Chinese military drills, protests at home
The island democracy of Taiwan faced internal demonstrations and major new military drills from communist China on Friday, just days into the tenure of newly inaugurated President William Lai Ching-te. … [Read more...] about Taiwan’s new president confronted by major Chinese military drills, protests at home
Commanders named team least likely to make headlines
For the past 25 years, no NFL team has found its way into the headlines more than the Washington Commanders. Before they were the Commanders, the Redskins and Football Team lived in the headlines — mainly for the wrong reasons. That often had nothing to do with the team’s performance on the field. There were good moments, like in 2005, 2007, 2012, and 2015, but there were lots … [Read more...] about Commanders named team least likely to make headlines
Orioles Place Veteran Starter on Injured List
Two years after Baltimore Orioles left-hander John Means underwent Tommy John surgery, he finds himself back on the injured list. Means exited Wednesday’s start early after feeling discomfort in his elbow and showing a notable dip in his velocity. Means has faced his fair share of arm troubles, particularly in recent months. The 31-year-old left-hander has made just six … [Read more...] about Orioles Place Veteran Starter on Injured List