How FIFA Is Turning the 2026 World Cup Into a Paywalled Experience
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How FIFA Is Turning the 2026 World Cup Into a Paywalled Experience

The 2026 World Cup was supposed to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for fans in the United States. Instead, rising costs, restricted fan environments, and FIFA’s controversial “Right to Buy” ticket system have left many feeling priced out, misled, and disconnected from the game. What was meant to be a celebration of global football is quickly turning into a controlled, corporate experience—where access is limited, traditions are removed, and the average fan is left wondering if the World Cup is still meant for them.

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Year of the StarS?
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Year of the StarS?

Dallas didn’t ease into the playoffs—they stormed in. Comeback wins, elite scoring, and a roster full of firepower. But beneath the surface, injuries and uncertainty raise one defining question: are the Stars built for a deep run—or on the edge of falling short when it matters most?

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WE KNOW WHO THE Dallas Cowboys Will Draft in the First Round
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WE KNOW WHO THE Dallas Cowboys Will Draft in the First Round

The 2026 NFL Draft is loaded with defensive talent, but a few names stand above the rest. From Day 1 impact players to high-upside game changers, teams like Dallas are faced with a critical decision—play it safe or bet on greatness. At pick 12, the board could fall in a way that defines the future of the defense.

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US SOCCER STATE OF THE UNION
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US SOCCER STATE OF THE UNION

The USMNT isn’t far off—but at the highest level, “close” isn’t enough. After losses to Portugal and Belgium, deeper questions remain about identity, execution, and whether this team is truly ready for the World Cup stage.

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When Scripture Is Misapplied: A Biblical Response to Broad Claims About War and Prayer
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When Scripture Is Misapplied: A Biblical Response to Broad Claims About War and Prayer

When Scripture Is Misapplied: A Biblical Response to Broad Claims About War and Prayer

Recent comments from Pope Francis have stirred up quite the theological conversation—and not the quiet, thoughtful kind. More like the “did he really just say that?” kind.

He points to Isaiah 1:15 and essentially says God doesn’t listen to the prayers of people involved in war. And on the surface, you hear that and think, “Well… yeah, that sounds nice. Peace, love, everybody hold hands.” It hits you right in the feelings. Real clean. Real simple.

But then you actually open the Bible… and it’s like—hold on a second. What are we doing here?

Because when you step back and look at the whole of Scripture—not just one verse pulled out like it’s the only one in there—that idea starts to fall apart pretty quick.

It’s one of those moments where you go, “Are we reading the same book?”

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We Are Not Living in Normal Times — And It’s Time People Wake Up
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We Are Not Living in Normal Times — And It’s Time People Wake Up

There is a growing sense—whether people are willing to admit it or not—that something is fundamentally different about the world right now.

Not just politically. Not just culturally.

Fundamentally different.

I genuinely believe we are watching God’s work unfold across the world in real time. And if we are being honest, we are also living through one of the most unstable and, at times, frightening periods in modern history.

That perspective is not rooted in fear. It is rooted in observation.

My background education has trained me to analyze systems, to study behavior, and to understand how institutions evolve over time. What that lens has made undeniably clear is this:

The political landscape in 2026 is not what it was in 2016—and it is certainly not what it was in 2006.

And yet, most people are still arguing as if nothing has changed.

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