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Hate Crimes Against Jews on the Rise

January 22nd, 2018

When someone mentions a hate crime, you probably picture an abhorrent act fueled by racist or homophobic sentiments. Recent data reveal that in some places, the group most likely to be the victim of a hate crime is Jews.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 125 Comments

Texas Judge Insists "God Told Him" Defendant Was Innocent

January 22nd, 2018

A Texas judge is facing calls for resignation over his questionable conduct in the courtroom. Judge Jack Robison reportedly interrupted jury deliberations during a recent child sex trafficking case to insist that “God told him” the defendant was innocent.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 98 Comments

The 7 Strangest Marriages From Around the World

December 1st, 2017

When it comes to marriage, they say love knows no bounds. Well, we're inclined to believe it! This list of odd pairings will leave you scratching your head. From a 106-year-old bride to a woman in love with a building, there sure are some strange couples out there.

Humor & Satire 13 Comments

What the Pope Said -- and Didn't Say -- in Myanmar

November 28th, 2017

Pope Francis has completed a visit to Myanmar, though not without severely damaging his image as a peacemaker. Interesting enough, it's not what he said -- but what he didn't say -- that has sparked backlash from humanitarian groups worldwide.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 31 Comments

Power Corrupts: How Fame Leads To Harassment and Abuse

November 13th, 2017

Over the past few months, countless victims have come forward with allegations of sexual harassment and/or assault committed by powerful people. Does power corrupt?

Political & Religious Controversy 112 Comments

Free at Last: Immigrant Spends a Year Hiding From ICE in Church Basement

October 16th, 2017

When a deportation order was issued in his name, Javier Flores sought refuge from ICE agents in a local church. Should churches shelter immigrants or simply stick to sermons?

LGBTQ & Human Rights 43 Comments

U.S. Refuses to Condemn Death Penalty for LGBTQ People

October 11th, 2017

Human rights groups are furious after the United States voted against a U.N. resolution condemning the death penalty and the way it is used to target LGBTQ people around the world.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 231 Comments

Kansas Inmate Sues "Pro-Christian" Prison

September 25th, 2017

A correctional facility in Topeka, Kansas has been accused of distributing Christian propaganda and pressuring inmates to convert. The allegations stem from a lawsuit filed by a current inmate who insists their rights have been violated.

Political & Religious Controversy 134 Comments

Thou Shalt Not Steal… Unless You’re a Cop

September 15th, 2017

The world’s major religions don’t agree on everything, but there is general consensus on certain core principles. Among them: thou shalt not steal. It’s a fairly straightforward concept: don’t take what’s not yours. However, police don't have to follow these rules.

Political & Religious Controversy 79 Comments

Polygamy Lives on in Town Run by Mormon Cult

July 31st, 2017

Ever fantasized about taking more than one wife? Although technically illegal, the practice of polygamy lives on in certain remote areas of the U.S. One of the most infamous (and ominous) of these places is a storied Mormon commune on the border between Arizon

Political & Religious Controversy 34 Comments

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