Political & Religious Controversy - Page 52 of 86
September 26th, 2018
In the wake of numerous sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, Christian radio personality Bryan Fischer is insisting that "Satan and the demons from hell" are trying to bring Kavanaugh down.
Children’s Hospital Eliminates Gender Markers from Patient Wristbands
September 25th, 2018
Children’s Hospital of Colorado has found itself at the center of controversy after a recent announcement that it will no longer be printing gender markers on the wristbands it gives to patients. LGBTQ groups support the decision, but critics say it could prove dangerous.
Barzee Walks Free: Elizabeth Smart’s Captor Out of Prison
September 20th, 2018
After 15 years behind bars, Wanda Barzee is a free woman. One of the notorious Elizabeth Smart kidnappers, Barzee walked out of prison yesterday and spent her first evening of freedom in a Salt Lake City hotel room rantings about religious scriptures, according to reports.
Pope Calls Global Meeting of Bishops to Combat Clergy Abuse
September 14th, 2018
The Vatican sex scandal has officially gone global, forcing Pope Francis to summon the world's top bishops to Rome to figure out how to end the abuse. Will they come up with a tangible plan to protect children, or just another flimsy set of promises that fail to address the root problem?
Churches Urge Kaepernick Haters to Donate Nike Shoes Instead of Burning Them
September 11th, 2018
Just when it seemed like the nationwide debate over former NFL player Colin Kaepernick was dying down, Nike poured some high-intensity fuel on the fire by featuring the controversial figure in a new ad campaign.
Kavanaugh Says Christian Groups Shouldn't Be Forced to Pay for "Abortion Drugs"
September 7th, 2018
During his testimony before Congress, Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh faced criticism for referring to birth control as "an abortion-inducing drug" that religious groups shouldn't be forced to provide to employees.
Bullsh*t From the Pulpit: Cussing Pastor Turns Heads
September 7th, 2018
A controversial broadcaster-turned-pastor is cussing his way to online notoriety, and he "doesn’t give a damn" what traditional Christians might think about it.
Oregon Man Fired For Refusing to Attend Company Bible Study
August 31st, 2018
When Ryan Coleman initially accepted a job, he assumed the company-sponsored Bible study sessions were an optional activity. To his dismay, he soon discovered that attendance was actually a condition of employment.
Youth Football Players Going to Hell, Preacher Claims in Wild Rant
August 31st, 2018
Baptist Preacher Ernie Spence was walking by an athletic field on a recent Sunday afternoon and was shocked to discover a youth football game underway.
Where Did All the Catholics Go? Sparse Crowds for Pope's Ireland Visit
August 28th, 2018
Disappointing turnouts across Ireland during Pope Francis' recent trip has the Catholic Church on its heels. Will the ongoing clergy abuse scandal spell the downfall of the Church, or will Pope Francis find a way to right the ship?
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