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Pro-Israel, Pro-Palestine Groups Clash Outside LA Synagogue

June 26th, 2024

Violence erupted between pro-Palestine protesters and pro-Israel counter-protesters in the streets outside a Los Angeles synagogue, which drew widespread condemnation from politicians and public officials.

Political & Religious Controversy 45 Comments

New Report: Attacks Against Christian Churches Doubled Last Year

March 4th, 2024

A recent report shows an alarming increase in attacks on Christian churches, with incident rates doubling from 2022 to 2023. Is a growing discomfort with the Christian faith to blame for the increased hostility?

Christian 72 Comments

Does the Bible OK Corporal Punishment for Disabled Children?

January 4th, 2024

Oklahoma lawmakers hoping to ban corporal punishment being administered against disabled children are running into a problem: Evangelical Christians, who say there's a biblical basis for smacking and spanking children.

Political & Religious Controversy 98 Comments

As Hanukkah Begins, Some Jews Call for a Ceasefire

December 8th, 2023

Hundreds of Jewish people gathered at Columbus Circle in Manhattan for a traditional holiday candle lighting – but also to advocate for peace in Gaza. They lit a nine-foot tall menorah that read “ceasefire”.

Political & Religious Controversy 50 Comments

Catholic Leader Offers Himself For Hostage Exchange in Gaza

October 16th, 2023

Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Vatican’s representative in Jerusalem, offered himself to be delivered as a hostage to Hamas in exchange for the release of the children currently being held captive.

Political & Religious Controversy 55 Comments

Pope Francis Calls for Gun Control in the U.S.

May 27th, 2022

Following the shooting in Uvalde, Texas, Pope Francis is saying enough is enough when it comes to gun violence in America. He's arguing that America must institute gun reform to prevent this from happening again.

Political & Religious Controversy 219 Comments

Witches Hex Putin to End Ukraine Invasion

March 8th, 2022

Many are praying for Ukraine, but some witches are taking things a step further. A group of internet witches cast a hex against Russian president Vladimir Putin, hoping the curse will stop the Ukraine invasion.

Pagan & Wiccan 119 Comments

Is Putin the Antichrist, or "Compelled by God"? Faith Leaders React to Ukraine Invasion

March 3rd, 2022

Some American evangelicals caused controversy with their comments on the Russian invasion of Ukraine, with one major evangelical saying Putin is "compelled by God" to invade Ukraine to bring about the end times.

Political & Religious Controversy 225 Comments

Kansas Politician Says God Told Him to Kick Child in Groin

June 1st, 2021

A Kansas substitute teacher is in hot water for proselytizing in the classroom, and is facing misdemeanor charges for kicking a high school student in the testicles. His legal defense? God made him do it.

Christian 88 Comments

Principal Caught on Video Paddling 6-Year-Old Girl, Sparking Debate on Corporal Punishment

May 7th, 2021

Video of a Florida principal spanking a 6-year-old girl with a paddle has gone viral, setting off a heated debate over the morality of corporal punishment. Should violence against kids be allowed, or made illegal?

Political & Religious Controversy 155 Comments

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