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Who Are the Black Israelites? Inside the Obscure Group That Fueled the Covington Catholic Controversy

January 22nd, 2019

Amid the media firestorm surrounding the standoff between students from a Catholic high school and a Native American man, the role that Black Israelite protesters played in starting the conflict was largely overlooked.

Political & Religious Controversy 36 Comments

Nativity Scene with Baby Jesus in Cage Draws Religious Ire

December 12th, 2018

A Massachusetts church created a Nativity scene featuring baby Jesus in a metal cage. The display is intended to raise awareness about immigration issues, but it's also generated backlash from conservative circles.

Political & Religious Controversy 109 Comments

Is Veganism a Religion? U.K. Man Alleges Religious Discrimination in Firing

December 5th, 2018

A U.K. man says he was fired from his job due to his vegan beliefs. Now he's alleging religious discrimination, launching a debate on whether veganism constitutes a religion.

Political & Religious Controversy 23 Comments

America's Fastest Growing Religion: "None"

November 21st, 2018

Watch out, organized religion! A new faith demographic is taking America by storm. But it’s not their holiness that’s attracting so much attention – it’s their unholiness. A recent Pew Research poll found that 36 percent of younger adults now identify as either atheist, agnostic, or “nothing in particular.”

Political & Religious Controversy 27 Comments

Einstein’s Famous Letter Denouncing Religion to Sell for Over $1 Million at Auction

October 4th, 2018

ust a year before his death, Einstein penned a letter rejecting the very notion of God and religion. This “God letter” will soon be auctioned off to the highest bidder. The final price is expected to top $1 million.

Science & Technology 34 Comments

Japan Developing "Mobile Mosques" For 2020 Olympic Games

August 20th, 2018

Responding to concerns about a shortage of prayer facilities for Muslims during the Olympics, Japan has created the world's first mosque on wheels. Will this technology soon spread worldwide?

Science & Technology 20 Comments

Famous Cathedral Says Goodbye to Confederate Monuments

September 11th, 2017

In the wake of a national discussion about controversial monuments and statues, Washington National Cathedral in the nation’s capital has decided to remove two stained-glass windows depicting Confederate generals Robert E. Lee and Thomas “Stonewall” Jack

Political & Religious Controversy 185 Comments

Justin Bieber and the Rise of the Megachurch

July 31st, 2017

Pop icon Justin Bieber disappointed many fans when he canceled the remainder of his world tour recently. His reasons for doing so remain unclear, but rumors are swirling that Bieber has had a “spiritual awakening” of sorts and that he’s “rededicated hi

Progressive Spirituality 23 Comments

Clergy Members Will Trip On Psychedelic Mushrooms for Science

July 31st, 2017

Researchers at John Hopkins University and New York University have convinced a group of religious leaders to try “magic” mushrooms in the name of science. The researchers will give two dozen priests, rabbis and pastors controlled doses of psilocybin, the

Science & Technology 98 Comments

The International Church of Cannabis Opens Its Doors

April 20th, 2017

The International Church of Cannabis preaches the benefits of cannabis use, but some critics aren't buying it. They refuse to recognize cannabis worship as a real religion, and insist the church is no more than a scheme to justify getting high all the time. What do you think?

Political & Religious Controversy 69 Comments

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