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Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Now Let Us Rejoice

Now Let Us Rejoice

1. Now let us rejoice in the day of salvation.

No longer as strangers on earth need we roam.

Good tidings are sounding to us and each nation,

And shortly the hour of redemption will come,

When all that was promised the Saints will be given,

And none will molest them from morn until ev’n,

And earth will appear as the Garden of Eden,

And Jesus will say to all Israel, “Come home.”

2. We’ll love one another and never dissemble

But cease to do evil and ever be one.

And when the ungodly are fearing and tremble,

We’ll watch for the day when the Savior will come,

When all that was promised the Saints will be given,

And none will molest them from morn until ev’n,

And earth will appear as the Garden of Eden,

And Jesus will say to all Israel, “Come home.”

3. In faith we’ll rely on the arm of Jehovah

To guide thru these last days of trouble and gloom,

And after the scourges and harvest are over,

We’ll rise with the just when the Savior doth come.

Then all that was promised the Saints will be given,

And they will be crown’d with the angels of heav’n,

And earth will appear as the Garden of Eden,

And Christ and his people will ever be one.

Text: William W. Phelps, 1792–1872. Included in the first LDS hymnbook, 1835.

Music: Henry Tucker, ca. 1863

Moses 7:61–67

Articles of Faith 1:10

Monday, March 10, 2025

The Morning Breaks

The Morning Breaks

Text: Parley P. Pratt, 1807–1857

Music: George Careless, 1839–1932

Isaiah 60:1–3

3 Nephi 16:7–20

1. The morning breaks, the shadows flee;

Lo, Zion’s standard is unfurled!

The dawning of a brighter day,

The dawning of a brighter day

Majestic rises on the world.

2. The clouds of error disappear

Before the rays of truth divine;

The glory bursting from afar,

The glory bursting from afar

Wide o’er the nations soon will shine.

3. The Gentile fulness now comes in,

And Israel’s blessings are at hand.

Lo, Judah’s remnant, cleansed from sin,

Lo, Judah’s remnant, cleansed from sin,

Shall in their promised Canaan stand.

4. Jehovah speaks! Let earth give ear,

And Gentile nations turn and live.

His mighty arm is making bare,

His mighty arm is making bare

His cov’nant people to receive.

5. —Angels from heav’n and truth from earth

Have met, and both have record borne;

Thus Zion’s light is bursting forth,

Thus Zion’s light is bursting forth

To bring her ransomed children home.


Tuesday, February 18, 2025

10 Bible Verses About Being Fat

What Does the Bible Say About Being Fat?


Weight is a topic that many people think about, whether for health, appearance, or self-esteem.

In today’s world, body image is often a big concern, and people wonder what the Bible says about being overweight.

Does God care about our physical bodies?


Does being overweight mean someone is sinning?

Let’s explore what Scripture really teaches about weight, health, and how we should see ourselves in God’s eyes.

Does the Bible Say Anything About Being Overweight?

The Bible does not directly say that being overweight is a sin.

There are no verses that condemn a person simply for their body size.

However, the Bible does talk about self-control, caring for the body, and avoiding gluttony.

1 Corinthians 6:19-20 says, “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore, honor God with your bodies.”

This verse reminds us that our bodies belong to God, and we should care for them.

That doesn’t mean we have to be a certain weight, but it does encourage us to live in a way that is healthy and honors God.

Gluttony vs. Being Overweight

Some people assume that being overweight automatically means someone is guilty of gluttony.

However, these two things are not always the same.

Gluttony is defined as excessive eating and overindulgence.

Proverbs 23:20-21 warns, “Do not join those who drink too much wine or gorge themselves on meat, for drunkards and gluttons become poor, and drowsiness clothes them in rags.”

This verse shows that overeating and overdrinking can lead to negative consequences. However, not everyone who is overweight eats excessively.

Many factors can contribute to a person’s weight, including genetics, medical conditions, stress, and life circumstances.

Instead of judging others, the Bible encourages self-examination and kindness.

Romans 14:3 says, “The one who eats everything must not treat with contempt the one who does not, and the one who does not eat everything must not judge the one who does, for God has accepted them.”

This means that food choices and body size should not be reasons for judgment.

God looks at the heart, not just the outward appearance.

The Importance of Self-Control

While being overweight is not a sin, the Bible does emphasize self-control.

Galatians 5:22-23 lists self-control as one of the fruits of the Spirit.

This means that part of living a God-honoring life is being mindful of our actions, including how we eat and care for our bodies.

Philippians 4:5 says, “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.”

This applies to how we treat our bodies as well. We should strive for balance—eating in a way that nourishes the body while also enjoying food in moderation.

The goal is not to focus on weight alone but to develop a lifestyle that is both spiritually and physically healthy.

Does God Care About Appearance?

In a world that often judges people by how they look, it’s important to remember that God does not see us the way the world does.

1 Samuel 16:7 says, “The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”

God is far more concerned with our character than our clothing size.

He does not define a person’s worth by their weight.

What matters most is our relationship with Him, our love for others, and the way we live our lives.

Society may place high importance on appearance, but God values the heart above all else.

Taking Care of the Body Without Obsession

Caring for our health is important, but the Bible also warns against obsessing over physical appearance.

1 Timothy 4:8 says, “For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”

This verse acknowledges that physical health has benefits, but it also reminds us that spiritual health is even more important.

A healthy lifestyle is good, but it should not become an idol.

Our identity should be rooted in Christ, not in a number on a scale.

Finding Confidence in God’s Love

Many people struggle with body image and self-worth.

The good news is that our value is not based on what we weigh, but on the fact that we are loved by God.

Psalm 139:14 says, “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”

Each person is created by God with care and purpose.

Weight does not change God’s love for us.

No matter how we look, we are valuable in His eyes.

Should Christians Diet?

Many Christians wonder if it is okay to go on a diet.

There is nothing wrong with making healthier choices, but the Bible encourages balance rather than extremes.

Ecclesiastes 3:13 says, “That each of them may eat and drink, and find satisfaction in all their toil—this is the gift of God.”

Food is a blessing, not something to fear.

If someone chooses to diet, it should be done in a way that is sustainable and healthy, not in a way that leads to guilt or frustration.

Whatever we do, it should be done with a heart that seeks to honor God.

Encouraging Others Instead of Judging

Christians are called to build one another up, not tear each other down.

Ephesians 4:29 says, “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.”

Shaming others for their weight does not reflect God’s love.

Instead, we should encourage each other in kindness, supporting one another in both physical and spiritual health.

Jesus spent time with all kinds of people and showed love to everyone, regardless of their appearance.

As His followers, we should do the same.

Balancing Health and Enjoying Life

The Bible does not demand perfection when it comes to eating or body size.

It teaches balance.

Proverbs 25:16 says, “If you find honey, eat just enough—too much of it, and you will vomit.”

This verse highlights moderation.

It is okay to enjoy food, but overindulgence can lead to problems.

Likewise, completely avoiding enjoyable foods out of fear can also be unhealthy.

A balanced approach—one that includes nourishment, enjoyment, and gratitude—is the best way to care for the body while still honoring God.

Final Thoughts

The Bible does not condemn being overweight, nor does it say that body size determines a person’s worth.

God cares about the heart far more than physical appearance.

While the Bible encourages self-control and healthy living, it also reminds us that our identity is found in Christ, not in a number on a scale.

Instead of focusing on weight alone, believers should strive for a lifestyle that honors God in all areas—spiritually, mentally, and physically.

Whether a person is thin, heavy, or somewhere in between, God’s love remains the same.

True confidence comes from knowing we are created by Him, loved by Him, and valuable in His sight.

Our goal should be to honor God in everything we do, including how we care for our bodies, while also remembering that our worth is never based on our size.

Monday, February 17, 2025

The Book of Mormon Critics

Why Joseph Smith Critics Changed Their Tune After Realizing This About the Book of Mormon

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"Ridiculous." "Gross." "Contemptible." These are just a few words early critics of the Book of Mormon used to describe this sacred text. While some are critical of the Book of Mormon's authenticity, the sophistication of these sacred scriptures shows its complexity. 

From genealogies to literary Hebrewisms, find out why some critics changed their tune about Joseph Smith and the authenticity of the Book of Mormon. 

Evidences of the Book of Mormon: Complexity

Thursday, March 02, 2023

Mike Tyson Tries To “PUNK” Floyd Mayweather And It Goes Horribly Wrong

Mike Tyson Tries To “PUNK” Floyd Mayweather And It Goes Horribly Wrong

Mike Tyson Tries To “PUNK” Floyd Mayweather And It Goes Horribly Wrong

In humans and probably all animals, one of the few things that unite us is the way we react when we are suddenly faced with danger, particularly life-threatening ones. This response is natural, and it is known as the flight or fight response.

Basically, it implies that there are two likely things that would happen to us if danger appears suddenly. It is either we run from it, or we face it. Both responses are fueled by the rush of the adrenaline hormone.

The flight or fight response is also known as the acute stress response. And interestingly, danger is not the only incident that triggers this response. You could be in the comfort of your room watching the television, and something startles you.

This often happens when you are fully invested in the movie that you are not aware of what is going on in the outside world.

Mike Tyson Tries To “PUNK” Floyd Mayweather And It Goes Horribly Wrong

One of the persons who exhibited defiance to a sudden situation is Floyd Mayweather. And It is correct to say that he had mastered the acute stress response because the way he stood unfazed in the face of impending danger was superb.

If most of us were in Floyd Mayweather’s shoes, we would have reacted in awkward ways. But, he stood his ground, not minding what would happen next.

Mike Tyson Tries To “PUNK” Floyd Mayweather And It Goes Horribly Wrong

Floyd Mayweather’s display of courage in the face of supposed danger occurred during the WBC awards ceremony in 2014. The WBC awards ceremony is a regular one that honors both present and past excellent fighters and avid supporters.

During the awards ceremony, Floyd Mayweather and other greats were standing on the stage. The host would call out some names, and they would walk to the stage to get their awards. And also exchange pleasantries with other people on stage.

Mike Tyson Tries To “PUNK” Floyd Mayweather And It Goes Horribly Wrong

Few seconds after Floyd Mayweather had finished greeting some notable awardees on stage, Tyson’s name was announced.

As Tyson walked towards Mayweather, no one would have guessed the stunt that Tyson would pull on stage. When Tyson almost got to where Mayweather was standing, he tried to fake a fast punch. Ordinarily, anyone who was in Tyson’s shoes would have ducked out of fear or tried to protect themselves.

Mike Tyson Tries To “PUNK” Floyd Mayweather And It Goes Horribly Wrong

What was more surprising was the fact that the fake punch was close to Floyd’s chin, which would have made him chicken out. And considering Tyson’s strength and size, he would have stunned Mayweather with his punch.

Surprisingly, Mayweather did not show he was scared, and even if he was, he did a good job of concealing it. Rather, a smile lit up Mayweather’s face, and he and Tyson enveloped in a warm hug.



Several specialists shared their views on Tyson’s stimulated punch, and they marveled at Floyd Mayweather’s undeterred response. Some of them also mentioned that owing to Mike’s track record of being volatile;

they would not have maintained a calm composure like Mayweather. After Tyson’s stimulated punch, the look on his face gave the impression that he acted almost overboard. So, even though he did it just for fun, it did not seem to go down well with him because several people were watching.



Later on, Tyson was given a chance to speak for a short while, and he gave a long-winded speech, which left many wondering what he was saying exactly. After his speech, he spoke with Mayweather and a couple of other awardees on the stage.

With Mayweather’s cool response to Tyson’s punk, people have hinted that in the face of real danger, it would be easy for Mayweather to make a quick, calculated move. Typically, his response would be to see if he is in real danger before he ducks or fights back.

The Elephaпt Begaп To Cry As Sooп As He Realized He Was Beiпg Saved, After 50 Years Of Sυfferiпg Iп Chaiпs,

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs пow trυsts agaiп afteг гehab.

SeÊ‹eп yeaгs afteг RajÏ… the elephaпt was гeleased fгom chaiпs, The People гetυгпs to see the legacy that’s saÊ‹ed 40 moгe aпd leaгпs how гeadeгs caп help the good woгk. Αп elephaпt who cгied as he was fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs speпt iп chaiпs has leaгпed to trÏ…st agaiп afteг almost eight yeaгs iп гecoÊ‹eгy. RajÏ… became a global symbol of hope amoпg aпimal welfaгe campaigпeгs aпd his гescÏ…e has led to 40 otheг elephaпts beiпg saÊ‹ed fгom similaг hoггific abÏ…se.

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs

Shackled 24 hoυгs a day iп spiked chaiпs, he had beeп ­Ð³oÏ…tiпely beateп aпd staгʋed. BÏ…t he was saÊ‹ed iп a daгiпg midпight гescÏ…e by a team fгom Bгitish aпd Iпdiaп ­chaгity Wildlife SOS, who weгe “stυппed” wheп RajÏ… wept as he гealised his oгdeal was eпdiпg. Photos of him cгyiпg as his chaiпs weгe cÏ…t away weгe гeÊ‹ealed iп the Sυпday People befoгe makiпg ­headliпes aгoυпd the globe. Wildlife SOS co-foυпdeг Kaгtick Satyaпaгayaп said mÏ…ch has chaпged iп the yeaгs siпce. He said: “He’s ­fiпally leaгпed to trÏ…st hÏ…maпs agaiп – that гeally is a miгacle. He’d goпe thгoÏ…gh so mÏ…ch sÏ…ffeгiпg we’d woпdeгed if that coÏ…ld eÊ‹eг be possible.

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs
Rescυed elephaпt Laxmi feeds Rajυ at the Elephaпt Coпseгʋatioп aпd Caгe Ceпtre (Image: Baгcгoft Media ʋia Getty Images)

“Oпce he гealised he was iп safe haпds, RajÏ… gгadÏ…ally begaп to show Ï…s his peгsoпality aпd has become extremely geпtle. His гehabilitatioп has beeп astoпishiпg to witпess.”

Today, RajÏ… has a field to walk fгeely aгoυпd, takes гelaxiпg dÏ…st baths aпd eÊ‹eп has a peгsoпal pool to splash aboÏ…t iп, playiпg with his faÊ‹oυгite toy – a hÏ…ge гυbbeг tyгe. BÏ…t, says Kaгtick, the stoгy does пot eпd theгe. He stressed: “If aпythiпg, it begiпs fгom it. Oυг team пow woгks with υпpaгalleled dedicatioп iп ­trackiпg ailiпg, abÏ…sed elephaпts fгom all acгoss the coυпtry.”

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs
Rescυes Kalapпa, Holly aпd Kaгma eпjoy theiг diппeг

SÏ…ppoгt fгom aгoυпd the globe afteг RajÏ…’s гescÏ…e has eпabled the chaгity to saÊ‹e 40 moгe elephaпts – with the most гeceпt гescÏ…e oп New Yeaг’s EÊ‹e.

Kaгtick said: “Oυг latest thгee, all saÊ‹ed iп Decembeг, sÏ…m Ï…p the sÏ…ffeгiпg. Paгi, who aггiÊ‹ed at oυг elephaпt hospital oп Decembeг 1, has beeп left cгippled wheгe she’d beeп tetheгed iп aп abпoгmal positioп foг decades.

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs
Wildlife SOS ʋeteгiпaгy team giʋiпg laseг theгapy treatmeпt to Lakshmi

“Giпgeг was coÊ‹eгed iп chemical paiпt aпd chaгcoal decoгatioпs – Ï…sed foг weddiпg pгocessioпs, bÏ…t also to distract fгom heг teггible abscesses aпd bÏ…ll hook woυпds.” Oп top of that, Giпgeг is bliпd, pгobably doпe to heг delibeгately to make moпey oÏ…t of people’s sympathy. Kaгtick added: “It’s heaгtbreakiпg. She’s sÏ…ffeгed 60 yeaгs of hoггoг. She mÏ…st be so exhaÏ…sted.”

The thiгd aпd most гeceпt гescυed aпimal is Lakshmi, betweeп 25 aпd 30 yeaгs old aпd thoυght to be the thiппest elephaпt eʋeг seeп iп Iпdia.

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs
Wildlife SOS co-foυпdeг Kaгtick Satyaпaгayaп

Kaгtick said: “It’s shockiпg to see a seÊ‹eгely cгippled aпd emaciated elephaпt like Lakshmi – she’s oпe of the woгst cases we’Ê‹e eÊ‹eг witпessed.” The exteпsiÊ‹e woгk is made possible by doпatioпs siпce RajÏ…’s plight toÏ…ched the woгld.

Kaгtick said: “His legacy is leadiпg to the гescÏ…e of maпy moгe iп despeгate пeed, who will liÊ‹e oÏ…t theiг days iп peace aпd fгeedom at oυг saпctÏ…aгies.”

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs
Wildlife SOS co-foυпdeг Geeta Seshamaпi 

Wheп RajÏ… – thoÏ…ght to be 58 – was гescÏ…ed iп JÏ…ly 2014, he had beeп “owпed” by 27 diffeгeпt people acгoss fiÊ‹e decades. Kaгtick said: “It had left him gaυпt aпd miseгable. He was гestraiпed with spiked chaiпs aпd his witheгiпg body boгe mÏ…ltiple scaгs aпd chгoпic ­abscesses – it was pitifÏ…l.”

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs
RajÏ…’s spiked chaiпs beiпg гemoÊ‹ed shoгtly afteг his гescÏ…e

The chaгity boss, who foυпded Wildlife SOS iп 1995 with Geeta Seshamaпi, says he will пeʋeг foгget the momeпt his team cυt Rajυ fгee.
He said: “Re­moÊ‹iпg those chaiпs was symbolic. Αs well as fгeeiпg RajÏ…, foг Ï…s it meaпt this gгeat гespoпsibility to giÊ‹e him a secoпd chaпce at life. “Αпd as foг the teaгs? It was so iпcгedibly emotioпal foг all of Ï…s. We doп’t kпow how scieпtific this is, bÏ…t it seemed like he υпdeгstood that we weгe theгe to help him.”

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs
The People’s coÊ‹eгage of the гescÏ…e (Image: The People)

Kaг­tick says theгe aгe “maпy, maпy moгe” elephaпts still пeediпg гescÏ…e, Ï…sed foг ciгcÏ…ses, street beggiпg, weddiпgs aпd toυгist гides. He feaгs maпy people still do пot гealise the brÏ…tality Ï…sed to make them compliaпt.

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs
Paгi steppiпg iпto the Wildlife SOS Elephaпt Hospital campυs

They aгe depгiÊ‹ed of sleep, food aпd wateг foг moпths, tightly гestraiпed, aпd beateп iпto sÏ…bmissioп with electric pгods aпd bÏ…llhooks. Kaгtick said: “The pгocess is brÏ…tal. It is kпowп as ‘phajaaп’, oг the breakiпg of the spiгit. The objectiÊ‹e is to dгiÊ‹e feaг iпto it to the exteпt that it’s too teггified to eÊ‹eг гetaliate.”

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs
While maпy UK toυг opeгatoгs пow pгomote cгυelty-fгee traÊ‹el, he says eÊ‹eгyoпe caп help by sigпiпg the petitioп at гefÏ…setoгide.oгg. Kaгtick added: “Foг eÊ‹eгy elephaпt гide that makes oпe feel like гoyalty, we mÏ…st гemembeг that the elephaпt sÏ…ffeгs a lifetime of abÏ…se aпd toгtυгe.

Elephaпt who cгied wheп fгeed fгom 50 yeaгs iп chaiпs
“With the help of the RefÏ…se to Ride campaigп, we eпcoυгage toυгists to opt foг ethical pгactices by гefÏ…siпg to гide them foг eпteгtaiпmeпt.

“Oυг message is simple – if yoÏ… loÊ‹e elephaпts, please do пot гide them.”

Soυгce: miггoг.co.υk

Saturday, December 24, 2022

Pirates Of The Caribbean Producer On Johnny Depp's Return To Franchise

Pirates of the Caribbean' producer on Johnny Depp's return to franchise the actor was dropped from the film franchise after his ex-wife Amber Heard's op-ed


Pirates Of The Caribbean Producer On Johnny Depp's Return To Franchise

Hollywood star Johnny Depp, who was dropped from future Pirates of the Caribbean films following ex-wife Amber Heard's op-ed, still seems to hold fancy of the franchise's long-time producer Jerry Bruckheimer.

According to Fox News, a USA-based news outlet, during a recently published interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Bruckheimer was asked if Depp was "somebody a studio like Disney would put front and centre again in a Pirates sequel?"

The outlet reported that he responded by saying, "You'd have to ask them. I can't answer that question. I really don't know. I would love to have him in the movie. He's a friend, a terrific actor, and it's unfortunate that personal lives creep into everything we do."


Depp and Heard's defamation trial against each other concluded in June 2022, when a jury found both celebrities liable for defamation but awarded Depp more than USD8 million in damages.

The court fight started in 2018 when Depp sued Heard for defamation because of an op-ed she wrote in the Washington Post claiming to be a victim of domestic abuse.

He alleged the op-ed damaged his reputation and cost him a significant amount of income and potential movie roles.

Further, Pirates of the Caribbean was not the only franchise from which the actor was dropped, as Warner Bros also removed him from his role as Gellert Grindelwald in the Fantastic Beasts franchise following the op-ed.

Depp has previously said he would never again work with Disney to produce a sixth Pirates of the Caribbean film, 


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Friday, December 23, 2022

Henry Cavill As Superman

Henry Cavill No Longer Returning As Superman

Henry Cavill As Superman

Hollywood actor Henry Cavill has confirmed that he will no longer be returning to his role as Superman. 

The announcement came after his meeting with DC Studios heads Peter Safran and James Gunn.

“I have just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it’s sad news, everyone. I will, after all, not be returning as Superman. After being told by the studio to announce my return back in October, prior to their hire, this news isn’t the easiest, but that’s life. The changing of guard is something that happens, I respect that. James and Peter have a universe to build. I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes,” Cavill wrote.

He also shared a message to his fans and followers who may be saddened by the news of him not returning as Superman.

“For those who have been by my side through the years…..we can mourn for a bit, but then we must remember…. Superman is still around. Everything he stands for still exists, and the examples he sets for us are still there! My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will. It’s been a fun ride with you all, onwards and upwards,” Cavill added.

Cavill said that he will be reprising his superhero role last October 24. 

Cavill first took on the role as Superman in 2013 film “Man of Steel.”



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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

France forward Kylian Mbappe became the second player to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final


France forward Kylian Mbappe became the second player to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final

France's Mbappe secures Golden Boot even as French see World Cup glory slip away

France forward Kylian Mbappe put in a performance for the ages in the World Cup final against Argentina, but it proved bitter-sweet as he left the game heartbroken, a hat-trick not enough to avoid defeat against Argentina who prevailed in a shootout.


France's Kylian Mbappe poses with the Golden Boot award. Photo: Reuters


Mbappe became the second player to score three times in a World Cup final as he dragged his team back from the brink of defeat twice, first with two goals late in the second half.

Having been shut down by Argentina's defence for the majority of the contest, he exploded into life in the 80th minute, scoring two goals 97 seconds apart before grabbing another equaliser with a penalty in extra time to make it 3-3.

He also converted France's first penalty in the shootout, only to see keeper Emiliano Martinez save Kingsley Coman's shot and Aurelien Tchouameni fire wide. That gave Argentina a 4-2 shootout win and their first world title since 1986.

England's Geoff Hurst was the first player to score three goals in a final when they beat West Germany 4-2 after extra time in 1966 and he was glad to see another player finally join him on the list.

"Many congratulations to Mbappe, whatever happens. I've had a great run," Hurst tweeted as the game unfolded.

Lionel Messi won the Golden Ball for the best player at this year's World Cup after leading Argentina to victory in the final against France.

Messi scored twice in the final in Doha, taking his tally of goals at the tournament to seven, and also scored in the shoot-out as Argentina beat France 4-2 on penalties following a 3-3 draw after extra time.


France's Kylian Mbappe poses with the Golden Boot award. Photo: Reuters
France's Kylian Mbappe poses with the Golden Boot award. Photo: Reuters


GOLDEN BOOT

Sunday's three goals helped Mbappe pip Lionel Messi to the World Cup Golden Boot, top goalscorer with eight goals in seven matches - the most any player has scored in a World Cup since Brazil phenomenon Ronaldo also scored eight in 2002.

However, Mbappe was well short of compatriot Just Fontaine who holds the record with 13 goals in the 1958 World Cup in Sweden.

But despite his young age, Mbappe is only four goals away from German striker Miroslav Klose's record haul of 16.

Just two days shy of turning 24, Mbappe has already played in two World Cup finals and looks destined to lead a young and bright generation of French players for many years to come.

But at Qatar's Lusail Stadium, the night belonged to his Paris St Germain team mate Lionel Messi, whose heart Mbappe helped to break four years ago in Russia when France knocked out Argentina 4-3 to win in another epic match in the last 16.

Mbappe was only 19 then and it is mind-blowing to think that his peak is still ahead of him.

Every match he seems more confident, more poised, more in control, more unstoppable with his jet-heel speed and pin-point accuracy - terrifying even the best defenders.

French President Emmanuel Macron went down to the pitch to comfort the disconsolate young superstar who is already a national treasure, giving him a long hug.

Mbappe's hat-trick at the end of his outstanding tournament will not erase the pain of losing to Argentina, but in time he will surely look back with pride.

"I'm sad for Kylian, who had a more than perfect game," said Paris St Germain president President Nasser Al-Khelaifi.

"If it had been me, I would have given two cups - one for Kylian, one for Leo. He (Messi) deserves it and Kylian still has years to win a World Cup again."

It may have been Messi's night. But unlike him, Mbappe has much of his career yet to come

Sunday, December 18, 2022

World Cup 2022 Final: Argentina vs France

World Cup 2022 Final: Argentina vs France preview, prediction, team news, lineups and live stream

Argentina is going head to head with France starting on 18 Dec 2022 at 15:00 UTC at Lusail Iconic Stadium stadium, Lusail City, Qatar. The match is a part of the World Cup, Knockout stage.

The headline act of a sparkling World Cup 2022 program commences on Sunday afternoon at the Lusail Iconic Stadium, as Argentina and reigning champions France strive for international supremacy in a mouthwatering final.

Les Bleus will step out onto the Lusail turf as the first holders in 24 years to participate in the final, which they booked their tickets for courtesy of a 2-0 win over African trailblazers Morocco in the semi-finals.

Meanwhile, Lionel Scaloni's men denied Croatia a second successive appearance in the showpiece event with a 3-0 victory in the final four, and the pre-match build-up has unsurprisingly been focused on one man.

Possible Prediction line-ups

Argentina: E. Martinez; Molina, Romero, Otamendi, Acuna; De Paul, Fernandez, Mac Allister; Di Maria, Messi, Alvarez

France: Lloris; Kounde, Varane, Upamecano, T. Hernandez; Tchouameni, Rabiot; Dembele, Griezmann, Mbappe; Giroud

Event details

NAME: Argentina - France

DATE: 18 Dec 2022

TIME: 15:00 UTC

VENUE: Lusail Iconic Stadium, Lusail, Qatar

Thursday, December 15, 2022

Argentina vs Croatia

Argentina vs Croatia preview, prediction, team news, lineups and live stream



Argentina is going head to head with Croatia starting on 13 Dec 2022 at 19:00 UTC at Lusail Iconic Stadium stadium, Lusail City, Qatar. The match is a part of the World Cup, Knockout stage.

Having already sent one South American behemoth home from the World Cup, Croatia will be aiming to reach back-to-back finals when they lock horns with Argentina in Tuesday's semi-final at Lusail Iconic Stadium.

The penalty prowess of both sides settled nervy quarter-final contests, as Zlatko Dalic's men dumped Brazil out on spot kicks a few hours before La Albiceleste beat the Netherlands from 12 yards.

Possible Prediction line-ups

Argentina: E. Martinez; Molina, Romero, Otamendi, Tagliafico; Fernandez, De Paul, Mac Allister; Di Maria, Messi, Alvarez

Croatia: Livakovic; Juranovic, Gvardiol, Lovren, Sosa; Modric, Brozovic, Kovacic; Pasalic, Kramaric, Perisic

Event details

NAME: Argentina - Croatia

DATE: 13 Dec 2022

TIME: 19:00 UTC

VENUE: Lusail Iconic Stadium, Lusail, Qatar


France vs Morocco

France vs Morocco preview, prediction, team news, lineups and live stream


France is going head to head with Morocco starting on 14 Dec 2022 at 19:00 UTC at Al Bayt Stadium stadium, Al Khor city, Qatar. The match is a part of the World Cup, Knockout stage.

African trailblazers Morocco will endeavor to continue their magical World Cup 2022 journey when they face a monumental test of their mettle against current holders France in Wednesday's semi-final at the Al Bayt Stadium.

The Atlas Lions stunned Portugal 1-0 to reach the final four, while Les Bleus sent a dogged England side home via a 2-1 scoreline to keep their hopes of back-to-back titles alive, and either Argentina or Croatia will await the victors in the showpiece event.

Possible Prediction line-ups

France: Lloris; Kounde, Varane, Upamecano, T. Hernandez; Tchouameni, Rabiot; Dembele, Griezmann, Mbappe; Giroud

Morocco: Bono; Hakimi, El Yamiq, Aguerd, Mazraoui; Ounahi, Amrabat, Amallah; Ziyech, En-Nesyri, Boufal

Event details

NAME: France - Morocco

DATE: 14 Dec 2022

TIME: 19:00 UTC

VENUE: Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor, Qatar


Mike Tyson And Floyd Mayweather Out Punk


Mike Tyson And  Floyd Mayweather Out Punk


Mike Tyson And  Floyd Mayweather Out Punk

In humans and probably all animals, one of the few things that unite us is the way we react when we are suddenly faced with danger, particularly life-threatening ones. This response is natural, and it is known as the flight or fight response.

Basically, it implies that there are two likely things that would happen to us if danger appears suddenly. It is either we run from it, or we face it. Both responses are fueled by the rush of the adrenaline hormone.

The flight or fight response is also known as the acute stress response. And interestingly, danger is not the only incident that triggers this response. You could be in the comfort of your room watching the television, and something startles you.

This often happens when you are fully invested in the movie that you are not aware of what is going on in the outside world.

Mike Tyson And  Floyd Mayweather Out Punk

One of the persons who exhibited defiance to a sudden situation is Floyd Mayweather. And It is correct to say that he had mastered the acute stress response because the way he stood unfazed in the face of impending danger was superb.

If most of us were in Floyd Mayweather’s shoes, we would have reacted in awkward ways. But, he stood his ground, not minding what would happen next.

Mike Tyson And  Floyd Mayweather Out Punk

Floyd Mayweather’s display of courage in the face of supposed danger occurred during the WBC awards ceremony in 2014. The WBC awards ceremony is a regular one that honors both present and past excellent fighters and avid supporters.

During the awards ceremony, Floyd Mayweather and other greats were standing on the stage. The host would call out some names, and they would walk to the stage to get their awards. And also exchange pleasantries with other people on stage.

Mike Tyson And  Floyd Mayweather Out Punk

Few seconds after Floyd Mayweather had finished greeting some notable awardees on stage, Tyson’s name was announced.

As Tyson walked towards Mayweather, no one would have guessed the stunt that Tyson would pull on stage. When Tyson almost got to where Mayweather was standing, he tried to fake a fast punch. Ordinarily, anyone who was in Tyson’s shoes would have ducked out of fear or tried to protect themselves.

Mike Tyson And  Floyd Mayweather Out Punk

What was more surprising was the fact that the fake punch was close to Floyd’s chin, which would have made him chicken out. And considering Tyson’s strength and size, he would have stunned Mayweather with his punch.

Surprisingly, Mayweather did not show he was scared, and even if he was, he did a good job of concealing it. Rather, a smile lit up Mayweather’s face, and he and Tyson enveloped in a warm hug.

Mike Tyson And  Floyd Mayweather Out Punk

Several specialists shared their views on Tyson’s stimulated punch, and they marveled at Floyd Mayweather’s undeterred response. Some of them also mentioned that owing to Mike’s track record of being volatile;

they would not have maintained a calm composure like Mayweather. After Tyson’s stimulated punch, the look on his face gave the impression that he acted almost overboard. So, even though he did it just for fun, it did not seem to go down well with him because several people were watching.

Mike Tyson And  Floyd Mayweather Out Punk

Later on, Tyson was given a chance to speak for a short while, and he gave a long-winded speech, which left many wondering what he was saying exactly. After his speech, he spoke with Mayweather and a couple of other awardees on the stage.
With Mayweather’s cool response to Tyson’s punk, people have hinted that in the face of real danger, it would be easy for Mayweather to make a quick, calculated move. Typically, his response would be to see if he is in real danger before he ducks or fights back.

Sunday, December 11, 2022

Liverpool vs Lyon | World Cup 2022

Liverpool vs Lyon preview, prediction, team news, lineups and live stream

 

Liverpool is going head to head with Olympique Lyonnais starting on 11 Dec 2022 at 14:00 UTC. The match is a part of the Club Friendly Games.

Liverpool makes their long-awaited return to non-competitive action when they meet Lyon in their Dubai Super Cup opener at the Al Maktoum Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

The Reds have not been in action since beating Southampton 3-1 just before the World Cup break, while Les Gones flattered to deceive in a 3-0 loss to Arsenal on Tuesday.

Possible Prediction line-ups

Liverpool: Kelleher; Ramsay, Matip, Gomez, Robertson; Elliott, Thiago, Milner; Salah, Firmino, Carvalho

Lyon: Lopes; Gusto, Lukeba, Diomande, Henrique; Aouar, Lepenant, Caqueret; Tete, Lacazette, Dembele

Event details

NAME: Liverpool - Lyon

DATE: 11 Dec 2022

TIME: 14:00 UTC

VENUE: Al-Maktoum Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates


Aston Villa vs Chelsea | World Cup 2022

Aston Villa vs Chelsea preview, prediction, team news, lineups and live stream

Aston Villa is going head-to-head with Chelsea starting on 11 Dec 2022 at 14:10 UTC. The match is a part of the Club Friendly Games.

Chelsea's one and only mid-season friendly will take place in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, with the Blues facing Premier League opposition in the shape of Aston Villa.

Graham Potter's side has not been in action since suffering a 1-0 loss to Newcastle United in the Premier League on November 12, but Villa has already played two mid-season friendlies, losing to Cardiff City before drawing with Brighton & Hove Albion last time out.

Possible Prediction line-ups

Aston Villa: Olsen; Young, Konsa, Mings, Digne; McGinn, Kamara, Luiz; Bailey, Ings, Watkins

Chelsea: Kepa; Rankine, Chalobah, Humphreys, Cucurella; Jorginho, Chukwuemeka, Casadei; Hutchinson, Broja, Aubameyang

Event details

NAME: Aston Villa - Chelsea

DATE: 11 Dec 2022

TIME: 14:10 UTC

VENUE: Al Nahyan Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Napoli vs Crystal Palace | World Cup 2022

Napoli vs Crystal Palace preview, prediction, team news, lineups and live stream

Napoli is going head-to-head with Crystal Palace starting on 11 Dec 2022 at 15:00 UTC. The match is a part of the Club Friendly Games.

In their final match before the New Year, Serie A leaders Napoli host Crystal Palace on Sunday in a friendly from Regnum Carya Golf and Spa Resort in Turkey.

Gli Azzurri comes into this fixture having won four consecutive matches in all competitions, including 3-2 in a friendly versus Antalyaspor earlier this week, while the Eagles have failed to win that many contests, recently playing the reigning Turkish champions Trabzonspor to a 2-2 draw.

Possible Prediction line-ups

Napoli: Meret; Di Lorenzo, Kim, Ostigard, Olivera; Anguissa, Lobotka, Zielinski; Politano, Simeone, Osimhen

Crystal Palace: Butland; Clyne, Tomkins, Guehi, Ward; Olise, Milivojevic, Doucoure; Ebiowei, Edouard, Zaha

Event details

NAME: Napoli - Crystal Palace

DATE: 11 Dec 2022

TIME: 15:00 UTC

VENUE: Regnum Carya Golf & Spa Resort, Turkey