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The Vatican breaks silence on Olympics Last Supper controversy

The opening ceremony’s sketch has drawn backlash despite the artistic director explaining that the scene was intended to recreate the ‘Feast of Dionysus’

The Independent UK

"You don’t know about art or history"

The former "Full House" co-stars disagree on an opening ceremony tableaux that conservatives saw as "satanic"

Salon

With Games In Full Swing, Opening Ceremony Controversy Simmers On

The controversy over the iconoclastic opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics is refusing to abate days into the Games, with conservative political figures worldwide condemning a show that has been staunchly defended by President Emmanuel Macron and its creators.

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Full House star supports controversial Olympics ‘Last Supper parody’ after co-star slammed it

Jodie Sweetin defended the sketch after Candace Cameron Bure deemed it ‘disgusting’

The Independent UK

Activist Faces Backlash Over Misinterpreted “Last Supper” Act At Olympics, Files Suit

"Can't sue someone for freedom of speech." The post Activist Faces Backlash Over Misinterpreted “Last Supper” Act At Olympics, Files Suit first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Olympic "satanism" controversy explained

Actor Candace Cameron Bure said the opening ceremony tableau served to "blaspheme and mock the Christian faith"

Salon

Olympic ‘Last Supper’ scene was in fact based on painting of Greek gods, say art experts

Dutch artist’s 17th-century work said to have inspired tableau that has offended Christian and conservative critics

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“Very Ballsy”: Eagle-Eyed Viewers Spot Performer’s “Scrotum” At Paris Olympics

Eagle-eyed viewers noticed an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction during a performance by French singer and actor Philippe Katerine at the Olympics opener. The post “Very Ballsy”: Eagle-Eyed Viewers Spot Performer’s “Scrotum” At Paris Olympics first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Paris Olympics Apologize For Controversial Opening Ceremony Scene

Paris Olympics apologizes for controversial opening ceremony scene resembling 'The Last Supper,' clarifying it was inspired by Dionysus, not meant to mock.

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The Frogs review – Spymonkey’s fun Aristophanes update

The physical comedy ensemble revives the ancient Greek play in an audacious staging with a tragicomic present-day backstory

The Guardian - UK

Percy Jackson & The Olympians cast: who's who

Who's in the Percy Jackson & The Olympians cast? Meet the stars of Disney's YA fantasy adaptation of Rick Riordan's stories of the Greek gods.

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The Conversation

What ancient Greek stories of humans transformed into plants can teach us about fragility and resilience

For me, gardening is the most joyful summer activity, when I can see my hard work rewarded with colorful blooms and lush greenery. Science explains this feeling by recognizing the deep bond between humans and plants. Being in a nurturing relationship with nature supports our physical and mental health.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Opera stage show inspired by Nazi-era martyr Sophie Scholl

RICHARD Strauss’s Daphne, which draws upon Ancient Greek myth and drama, is a fascinating work from the 20th-century operatic canon. It is also,…

The Independent UK

Thor: Love and Thunder deleted scene introduces new Greek God in MCU

Introducing Dionysus, God of wine and pleasure, played by Simon Russell Beale

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