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Bombshell: New Book Alleges 80 Percent of Vatican Priests Are Gay

February 21st, 2019

According to French journalist and author Frédéric Martel, the Vatican is a veritable mecca of closeted gay men. “Even in San Francisco’s Castro” he writes, there aren’t “quite as many gays.” Martel’s new book, titled 'In the Closet of the Vatican,' hits store shelves today.

Political & Religious Controversy 25 Comments

Lawmaker Refuses to Repeal Death Penalty Because “That’s How Jesus Died”

February 18th, 2019

Wyoming lawmakers recently held a vote on whether to officially repeal the death penalty, but it was defeated in the State Senate. Among those who voted “no” was Sen. Lynn Hutchings, who insisted that the death penalty is actually a good thing because it brought us Jesus Christ.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 54 Comments

Christian Parents Pressure School to Cancel Play About Evolution

February 18th, 2019

A vocal group of Christian parents has forced an elementary school in the U.K. to cancel a planned production about Charles Darwin and the theory of evolution. The controversial decision has sparked renewed debate over the role of religion in public schools.

Science & Technology 308 Comments

Muslim Death Row Inmate Executed Without Imam Present, Despite Pleas

February 15th, 2019

The execution of a Muslim inmate on Death Row has revived a debate about religious freedom protections – including how far they should go and if they should extend all the way to incarcerated individuals or not.

Political & Religious Controversy 145 Comments

Should Women Have the Right to Become Clergy?

February 14th, 2019

For centuries, the position of clergy was reserved exclusively for men. The rules were pretty simple: men were expected to lead, and women to follow. Is it time for things to change?

Political & Religious Controversy 107 Comments

America’s First All-Muslim Police Force Draws Backlash

February 8th, 2019

America's first all-Muslim, all-volunteer community police force is up and running in New York CIty, but some residents aren't happy about the development. Are they right to be concerned?

Political & Religious Controversy 87 Comments

'Duck Dynasty' Star Claims People Need Jesus, Not Health Care

February 6th, 2019

According to "Duck Dynasty" star Phil Robertson, the most important health insurance card one can get is not issued by any company – it comes from God. “I already have health care,” he explained in a recent television segment. “It’s given to me by God. Eternal health care.”

Political & Religious Controversy 42 Comments

Cuomo Faces Calls for Excommunication Over Abortion Bill

February 4th, 2019

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the controversial Reproductive Health Act into law on the 46th anniversary of Roe v. Wade. It's the Holy Grail of women's rights for pro-choice groups. But according to the pro-life crowd, it's more accurately compared to the “Death Star.”

Political & Religious Controversy 112 Comments

Christian Missionary Arrested in Brazil After Contacting Remote Tribe

January 29th, 2019

Christian missionary Steve Campbell, a Maine native, was arrested in Brazil and now faces potential “genocide” charges after trying to spread the word of God to a remote indigenous tribe.

Political & Religious Controversy 101 Comments

Karen Pence Draws Criticism for Taking Job at Anti-LGBT School

January 28th, 2019

Second Lady Karen Pence, wife of Vice President Mike Pence, sparked backlash with a recent announcement that she’ll be taking a position at a Christian school with strong anti-LGBT policies.

Political & Religious Controversy 108 Comments

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