(RNS) — The temptation is to follow “The Star-Spangled Banner,” our national anthem, with an immediate declaration of “Play ball!” But in honor of the 250th birthday of the United States, let’s resist ...

Photos from Montana State University's celebration of the 200th anniversary of the "Star-Spangled Banner" on Sept. 12, 2014.

"My County 'Tis of Thee" is easier to sing. "America The Beautiful" is more picturesque. And easier to sing. Yet "The Star Spangled Banner" is our national anthem. Love it or not — and many people, ...

On Friday night, the United States Men's National Team opened its 2026 World Cup run with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay in Group D. But before the players could even take the field, the performance ...

Editor's note: Follow along for Team USA's World Cup opening game vs. Paraguay! It was a one-of-a-kind performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner” at the 2026 World Cup. The U.S. men’s national team ...

Williams, Nicole Scherzinger and Laura Pausini teamed up to perform FIFA's official anthem, "Desire." ...

Saturday's performance was delivered at the opening of the Women's Pro Baseball League.

VANCOUVER — Soccer fans are again voicing their disappointment over trade relations between the United States and Canada by ...

As America marks its 250th anniversary, pianist, composer, educator, and conductor Dr. Harrison Sheckler has brought together 262 musicians from across the United States—and around the world—for a ...