Dead End For The Mainline

Whatever it is, it works. The Church of Joy has over 6,000 members and another 6,000 who participate in the more than 100 recovery and other special-interest programs that keep the church doors turning seven days a week. That’s not what Martin Luther may have had in mind when he set out to reform Christianity–but that’s the point. There’s a new Reformation in American religion, and this time it is not the Church of Rome but Lutheran and other mainline Protestant denominations that are under siege....

December 23, 2022 · 8 min · 1567 words · Gladys Humphrey

Dead Island 2 What Comes With Each Edition

In an attempt to further pique player interest, the various editions of Dead Island 2 have been revealed. These cover everything from the Standard Edition to a special HELL-A Edition that includes various physical and digital items for fans to enjoy. In addition to the various options, there will also be a pre-order bonus to help encourage those early sales, all of which are available to order now. RELATED: Why the Dead Island 2 Delay is Probably for the Best...

December 23, 2022 · 3 min · 567 words · Jeffery Lind

Dead Island 2 Character Class Predictions

Dambuster is reported to have started Dead Island 2 from scratch around four years ago, and this potentially means that its design is finally coming together at an opportune time in gaming. With new technology and gaming’s latest innovations in melee-focused action, Dead Island 2’s combat variety could truly make it stand out among other horror-inspired action games in 2023. The series is known for its connective destruction against fleshy foes, improvised weaponry being a fashionable bonus, although the sequel’s cast of characters may help intensify its gameplay flow as well....

December 23, 2022 · 5 min · 855 words · Corine Galuska

Dead Ops Arcade 3 Teased For Call Of Duty Black Ops Cold War

While the Call of Duty Zombie game mode has been a classic experience for several title generations, one distinct version of Zombies still stands out in the series. In the past, the game mode released as a small mini-game option to the core Zombies experience. Then, a sequel appeared building on the classic foundations. Now, with a new tweet from Treyarch, it appears that a third version in the series will be coming to Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold Wars....

December 23, 2022 · 2 min · 417 words · Kathleen Abrahams

Dead Space Remake Pc System Requirements Revealed

On top of that, developer EA Motive recently revealed a gameplay trailer for the Dead Space remake, showing off the more modern visuals and what players can expect from the game come January 27, with Clarke onboard the USG Ishimura experiencing an onslaught of Necromorphs. The project is being built from the ground up by EA’s Motive Studios and features fantastically up-to-date graphics, and the protagonist is being voiced by Gunner Wright whereas Clarke was silent in the original....

December 23, 2022 · 3 min · 471 words · Jacqueline Sabatelli

Deadside Best Armor Ranked

RELATED: Items You Need In Don’t Starve Together (And Those You Don’t) Open-world multiplayer shooter and survival game Deadside isn’t shy about punishing the player for their mistakes, and not wearing armor is one of them. With a variety of armor to choose from and plenty of enemy players ready to take advantage of any mistake, understanding the pros and cons of each piece of armor in the game is critical....

December 23, 2022 · 6 min · 1183 words · Dean Nagle

Deaf Dog S Excitement After Being Woken Up By Owner During Nap Melts Hearts

In the clip shared on TikTok on Thursday, the dog’s owner, who goes by the username Boothedeafboxer, can be seen gently waking up the boxer with a pat on the shoulder before waving at her, and the dog reacted with excitement, waving its tail. Deafness is actually quite a common issue for dogs. According to Bishops Stortford Veterinary Hospital, based in England, many breeds like Dalmatians, collies and Great Danes, among others, carry a gene that can cause deafness....

December 23, 2022 · 2 min · 359 words · Richard Shepherd

Deal Curbs School Junk Food

NEWSWEEK: How tricky was it to get these five major food manufacturers to sign on? Raymond Gibbons: All of these manufacturers have their own internal efforts underway to try to improve their product formulation. When they were approached by an organized effort with evidence-based scientific standards, they readily cooperated. Will the healthier foods show up in vending machines immediately, or will they be phased in over a certain period?...

December 23, 2022 · 6 min · 1075 words · Vicki Rowe

Dean Of Brown S School Of Public Health Blasts Covid Vaccine Rollout In Viral Thread

Ashish Jha, a distinguished physician, health policy researcher and professor who was appointed dean at Brown’s public health school one month prior to the pandemic’s onset, implicated federal forces and state leaders in a viral Twitter thread. “So a lot of chatter happening on the slow vaccine roll out,” Jha wrote. “Personally, I’m incredibly frustrated. Did we not know that vaccines were coming? Is vaccine administration a surprise?” Jha’s voice became a prominent addition to the national dialogue about COVID-19 this year, and the doctor appeared at U....

December 23, 2022 · 3 min · 551 words · Mildred Crogan

Deandre Yedlin The Exception But Jurgen Klinsmann Fears Lost Generation Of U.S. Soccer Youth

It wasn’t easy, but that was the point. It was what Yedlin needed to advance from a promising young soccer talent who was a surprise inclusion on the U.S. World Cup team to a core member of the national team’s defense at right back. MORE: Jurgen Klinsmann’s worst moments “When I made the decision to go to Europe, a lot of people questioned it,” Yedlin said. “The first six months that I was there, even I was questioning it....

December 23, 2022 · 4 min · 851 words · Kenneth Moran

Death Stranding Kojima S Mysterious New Title Is An Open World Game That Is Going To Make You Cry More Information Coming In A Month Or Two.

Talking about Death Stranding at Tribeca Film Festival alongside The Walking Dead Actor- Norman Reedus who plays the role of Sam in Death Stranding, Kojima revealed a few interesting tidbits of the game, as well as when we are going to hear more about it. He further went on to conclude this cryptic vague piece of news by stating that Sony would be really unpleased if he says anything more and he wouldn’t want that....

December 23, 2022 · 2 min · 298 words · Santos Baumgarter

Death Stranding Collector S Edition Is Currently On Sale

The success of the odd futuristic sci-fi game has varied throughout the gaming community, but for those who can’t get enough of Norman Reedus in Death Stranding, the Collector’s Edition is the gift for the season. With $50 off the original price, Death Stranding Collector’s Edition includes the game and several real as well as in-game items. RELATED: Kojima Shares Death Stranding Ideas That Weren’t Put in the Game...

December 23, 2022 · 2 min · 294 words · Steven Elder

Death Stranding Sequel Planned According To Norman Reedus

Speaking during a round table press junket for the eleventh season of The Walking Dead, Reedus acknowledged Death Stranding 2’s development seemingly without being prompted. “I think we’re doing a second Death Stranding,” said Reedus, who then said that he believed that his team was currently in negotiations to reprise his role as Death Stranding protagonist Sam Porter. Given Reedus is saying he’s not officially signed on to the project yet, Death Stranding 2 is, if it even exists, a long way off from being officially announced....

December 23, 2022 · 3 min · 434 words · Rueben Patrick

Deathloop Takes Place In The Dishonored Universe

This reveal comes at an interesting time. Not only is Deathloop receiving renewed attention because of its Xbox Game Pass release and its new Golden Loop update, but many Arkane fans are also preparing to celebrate the Dishonored franchise. After all, October 9 (two days away as of this writing) marks the ten-year anniversary of Dishonored. Replaying these games would be a great way to celebrate said anniversary, but diving through Deathloop and looking for their references would be a good way as well....

December 23, 2022 · 2 min · 365 words · Nick Salcido

Decision On Rice Appeal Could Come Within Four Weeks

A hearing date is set for the ex-Ravens running back’s appeal, and a decision could come within four weeks — mid-November; “Week 10 or so” — according to a CBSSports.com report. If Rice is reinstated he’ll be able to sign with another team this season, a possible but difficult-to-imagine scenario given the public relations nightmare associated with the now-public footage of his domestic violence incident in a casino elevator....

December 23, 2022 · 7 min · 1300 words · Opal Fitzgerald

Deconstructing The Champions League Goalscoring Behemoth That Is Lionel Messi

Messi made his Champions League debut for Barcelona in the 2003-04 season when he came on as a substitute against Shakhtar Donetsk. A maiden goal in the competition didn’t take long to arrive as the diminutive Argentinian found the back of the net against Panathinaikos in the 2004-05 season. The Argentina captain has since scored in 14 consecutive seasons in the competition, a feat only bettered by Spanish striker Raul (15 from 1997-98 to 2010-11)....

December 23, 2022 · 3 min · 561 words · Matthew Diehl

Defending Champion Stanislas Wawrinka Confirms Participation For Chennai Open

Switzerland’s World No.4 tennis player Stan Wawrinka Tuesday confirmed his participation for the 20th edition of the Chennai Open to be held at the SDAT Stadium from 5th to11th January 2015. The 2008 Beijing Olympics doubles gold medallist, with Roger Federer, is the defending singles champion of the ATP World Tour 250 points event. He had also clinched the title in 2011, having reached the final in 2010. The 29-year-old had also won the doubles title here in 2013, partnering Frenchman Benoit Paire....

December 23, 2022 · 2 min · 237 words · Kevin Ragland

Deion Sanders Jerry Rice Divvy Up Pro Bowl Rosters

Rice picked New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees and St. Louis defensive end Robert Quinn to anchor his Pro Bowl team on Tuesday, opting for a passer over a runner. MORE: Pro Bowl TV, other info | Mock Draft: Teams filling needs Rice made the selections in Hawaii after winning a coin toss against Hall of Fame cornerback Deion Sanders. Rice called tails. The decision prompted Sanders to select Kansas City running back Jamaal Charles and Houston defensive end J....

December 23, 2022 · 3 min · 537 words · James Shropshire

Delhi Dynamos Launch Youth Football League

One of the biggest and oldest leagues in the capital city will kick off its fifth edition under the new name of the Delhi Dynamos Youth League. It will see participation of around 70 teams from all major football academies and schools across the capital. The teams will be playing for top honours across seven different age categories. Speaking about the league, Delhi Dynamos FC President Prashant Agarwal said: “The Delhi Dynamos Youth League is the first youth league being organised by Delhi Dynamos FC in partnership with the Delhi Youth League....

December 23, 2022 · 1 min · 165 words · Alma Motley

David Montgomery Injury Update Bears Rb Doubtful To Return Vs. Texans Due To Knee And Ankle Injuries

Montgomery suffered knee and ankle injuries during a play midway through the first quarter. He was tended to by trainers on the field and was able to walk to the sideline under his own power. However, despite Montgomery’s innocent-looking exit, the Bears declared him doubtful to return because of the injuries. MORE: Breaking down Nathaniel Hackett’s coaching blunders with the Broncos Montgomery had 11 yards on three carries before he left the game....

December 22, 2022 · 2 min · 334 words · Jayson Ragan