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TX Pastor: "Execute a Few Women" to End False Rape Accusations

November 4th, 2024

Should false accusers be put to death? That's what Pastor Joel Webbon says should happen in a shocking viral sermon where he declares that adulterers and women who falsely accuse men of rape should be murdered.

Life and Death 147 Comments

Do All Dogs Go to Heaven? The Answer Might Surprise You

October 7th, 2024

Do all pets get to go to heaven? There’s actually substantial disagreement on this question. It may also depend on the religion of the person you ask – here's what different religions have to say on the subject.

Progressive Spirituality 110 Comments

"Looney Tunes Jesus" Artwork Pulled From Gallery Following Violent Threats

July 11th, 2024

An Australian artist received death threats for his painting depicting Jesus Christ as a Looney Tunes character. It is no longer on display, but he says artists should have the right to paint controversial pieces.

Political & Religious Controversy 60 Comments

Paranormal Expert: UK is "Running Out" of Ghosts

May 31st, 2024

Have you ever seen a ghost? If so, it may be your last according to one of the UK's leading paranormal experts, who says that ghosts may be moving on from our plane of existence as their spirit fades.

Life and Death 70 Comments

The AI Technology That Lets You "Talk" With the Dead

December 21st, 2023

Should we resurrect the dead? New AI chatbot programs let grieving family members "speak" with an AI version of their departed loved ones whenever they wish, but some critics say we shouldn't meddle with the dead.

Science & Technology 48 Comments

Drag-Wearing Pastor Dies by Suicide After Being Outed Online

November 6th, 2023

Alabama pastor and Mayor of Smiths Station, Alabama, F.L. "Bubba" Copeland died by suicide on November 3rd after his secret life as a crossdresser was outed. Now his community is in mourning, and looking for answers.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 150 Comments

New 3D-Printed "Suicide Pod" May Debut This Year

September 14th, 2023

Are 3D-printed suicide pods the way of the future? An Australian scientist dubbed 'Dr. Death' says his 'Sarco Pods', which kill users in minutes with the push of a button, are almost ready for their debut.

Life and Death 67 Comments

Connecticut Reckons With Its Dark Past of Executing People for Witchcraft

February 13th, 2023

The state of Connecticut is considering exonerating the men and women accused of (and executed for) witchcraft in the 1600s. Critics say it's a waste of time, but advocates argue it's never too late for justice.

Pagan & Wiccan 39 Comments

What Is the Day of the Dead and Why Is It Celebrated?

October 20th, 2022

The Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is a Mexican holiday where the veil between our world and the spirit world ceases to exist, and revelers honor the dead with elaborate offerings called ofrendas.

Life and Death 8 Comments

California Legalizes Human Composting as Catholics Fume

September 26th, 2022

Californians will soon have another option to consider for their bodies after death: Composting. Gov. Gavin Newsom just legalized human composting, despite the protests of Catholics, who say it's undignified.

Life and Death 160 Comments

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