Ethics
Trevor Noah, New ‘Daily Show’ Host, Criticized for Anti-Semitic Tweets
Trevor Noah, a newly announced replacement for Jon Stewart as host on Comedy Central’s hugely popular The Daily Show, has come under intense media criticism and…
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Christianity
A Religious Case against Climate Change Denial: Episcopal Church Raises Awareness
Katharine Jefferts Schori, the current head of the Episcopal Church, recently said in an interview with The Guardian that denying climate change is both blind and…
Christianity
‘SNL’ Lampoons Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) and Scientology in Latest Episode
Celebrating its 40th year, Saturday Night Live is known to tackle controversial events head on. This week’s episode included sketches on a new religious freedom bill…
Christianity
The Unlikely Savior of Movies About Religion: Indie Filmmakers
Christian movies have developed somewhat of a reputation as agenda-driven propaganda. It’s no surprise that a majority of religious films that are released are typically “safe”…
Buddhism
Thai Monk Scandal in Bangkok: Corruption in the Temple
A Buddhist temple in Thailand, near Bangkok, is found at the center of a corruption scandal. The case sparked angry cries for the authorities to regulate…
Atheism
Kyra Phillips Teases New Atheism Documentary on CNN
Last week on a CNN Tonight TV segment, controversial news anchor and reporter, Kyra Phillips, promoted her documentary on atheism. Screening excerpts from the documentary titled…
Anglicanism
A.D. The Bible Continues, Series Premieres Easter Sunday on NBC
Mark Burnett and Roma Downey’s continuation of their hit History Channel show hopes to capture an audience on the Christian holiday. This Easter, NBC picks up…
Anglicanism
Here’s a look at the Origins of Easter
The Easter holiday is a period when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. According to biblical scriptures, Jesus came back to life three days after…
Entertainment
Jains Around the World Celebrate Mahavir Jayanti
On April 2, 2015 Jains celebrate their main festival Mahavir Jayanti, the birth anniversary of 24th Jain Tirthankar Mahavir Bhagwan. The holiday, also known as Mahavir…
Islam
Is Islamic Banking the Answer for Ethiopians?
The National Bank of Ethiopia is working to use Islamic banking to bring financial services to Ethiopians who didn’t have access to any financial services at…
Issues
Indiana Gov. Mike Pence Responds to RFRA Criticisms
After the nation retaliated against Indiana’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act, Gov. Mike Pence spoke to the press to assuage fears & announce an amendment. Indiana Gov.…
Christianity
California Christian Fraternity Shut Down for Banning Non-Christian Leaders
A Christian fraternity is in the middle of a religious debate after claiming to have been wrongfully removed by California State University, Stanilaus. The move comes…