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Indonesian School Apologizes for Dressing Kids up like ISIS Soldiers

August 25th, 2018

A kindergarten in Indonesia is taking flak around the world after images went viral showing young children dressed up as ISIS fighters in a parade. A local military official defended the event, insisting it was meant only to educate students about the “struggle of Islam."

Political & Religious Controversy 8 Comments

"Christianity as White Supremacy" - Catholic School Hair Policy Angers Activists

August 24th, 2018

A viral video captures the moment an 11-year-old Catholic student is sent home because her hairstyle violated school dress code. The incident angered activists, who insist the policy is racially motivated.

Political & Religious Controversy 186 Comments

Cold Spaghetti: Dutch Court Rules Pastafarianism is Not A Religion

August 20th, 2018

The highest Dutch court ruled that Pastafarianism is not a real religion, denying a Dutch student the right to wear a colander in her ID. Should the government be able to decide what is a "real" religion and what isn't?

Humor & Satire 74 Comments

Behold Baphomet: Satanic Temple Gives Arkansas Christians Taste of Their Own Medicine

August 17th, 2018

The Satanic Temple protested a statue of the Ten Commandments outside the Arkansas State Capitol by unveiling their own monument to a popular Satanic figure. The incident unsurprisingly infuriated Christian lawmakers.

Political & Religious Controversy 230 Comments

Colorado Baker Back in Court After Refusing to Make Cake for Transgender Woman

August 17th, 2018

While the Supreme Court ruled in his favor back in June, Jack Phillips has now landed back in court – this time in a case involving transgender rights.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 380 Comments

New Wave of Shocking Abuse Allegations Rocks the Catholic Church

August 16th, 2018

The latest report of Catholic clergy abuse, released Tuesday by a grand jury in Pennsylvania, is so sickening there are hardly words to describe it. Bishops and other church leaders knowingly covered up thousands of cases of abuse by over 300 priests. See why they likely won't face justice.

Political & Religious Controversy 55 Comments

Pope Francis Declares Death Penalty Is Never Acceptable

August 2nd, 2018

In a definitive statement, Pope Francis has declared that the death penalty is wrong in all cases – no matter how severe the crime committed. Experts point out that this announcement will place U.S. officials of Catholic faith in a bind.

Political & Religious Controversy 100 Comments

Jeff Sessions Announces Religious Liberty Task Force

July 30th, 2018

Attorney General Jeff Sessions has announced the creation of the “Religious Liberty Task Force,” a new body under the Department of Justice intended to guard against violations of religious freedom. The task force will focus primarily on promoting religious liberty, but critics warn that it crosses the line between separation of church and state.

Political & Religious Controversy 112 Comments

Senior Center Denies Elderly Lesbian Couple Housing, Citing "Biblical Values"

July 27th, 2018

A lesbian couple from Missouri has filed a lawsuit against a senior living center after their housing application was denied when the owners discovered they were gay. The case is already sparking heated debate over whether it's okay to discriminate based on sexual orientation.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 251 Comments

Religious Group Criticizes 12-Year-Old Rape Victim Seeking An Abortion

July 25th, 2018

A 12-year-old Alabama girl who was raped by an adult relative has been publicly shamed as a "murderer" by a local anti-abortion group after deciding she wants to terminate the pregnancy.

Political & Religious Controversy 151 Comments

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