78% of U.S. Religious ‘Nones’ were Raised in Religious Homes

78% of U.S. Religious ‘Nones’ were Raised in Religious Homes

New research says religious homes produce the majority of religious ‘nones.’ The results of new research by Pew can come as an eye-opener to

Burkini Ban Lifted, but Shock of Islamophobia Remains

Burkini Ban Lifted, but Shock of Islamophobia Remains

Photos and videos of French policemen fining or forcing Muslim women to remove their garments show a frightening development in France. The world was

USPS Set to Release Postage Stamps Commemorating Diwali

USPS Set to Release Postage Stamps Commemorating Diwali

USPS Forever stamp honors the Hindu Festival Diwali. In an act that showcases America's religious harmony and cultural equality, the U.S. Postal Service will

Trump Wants to Ban Anti-Semites From Entering U.S.

Trump Wants to Ban Anti-Semites From Entering U.S.

Trump outlined a new proposal for an ideological screening test for "extreme vetting." The 2016 Republican nominee for President of the U.S., Donald Trump

Jains Observe Paryushan Parva with Fasting and Meditation

Jains Observe Paryushan Parva with Fasting and Meditation

The Jain Festival Paryushan Parva lasts 8-10 days. Aside from Diwali, one of the most important celebrations in the Jain religion is Paryushan Parva.

Hindus Celebrate the Birth of Krishna – Krishna Janmashtami

Hindus Celebrate the Birth of Krishna – Krishna Janmashtami

The Hindu festival Krishna Janmashtami, the celebration of the birth of Hinduism's favorite God, Krishna, takes place on August 25 this year. Krishna, whose

August 29: The Beheading of St. John the Baptist

August 29: The Beheading of St. John the Baptist

August 29 commemorates the martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist. Saint John the Baptist is a key figure in most world religions. He has

Kubo and the Two Strings Introduces Western Kids to Buddhist Concepts

Kubo and the Two Strings Introduces Western Kids to Buddhist Concepts

Kubo and the Two Strings  is re-introducing Buddhism to western viewers Kubo and the Two Strings is a movie that re-introduces Buddhism and its

John Kerry Acknowledges Importance of Studying Comparative Religion

John Kerry Acknowledges Importance of Studying Comparative Religion

John Kerry believes that understanding each other's faith can lead to a healthier society. Ever since the beginning of civilization, religion has played an

The Last Few Jews of This Amazonian City Hold On To Their Roots

The Last Few Jews of This Amazonian City Hold On To Their Roots

Jews of Iquitos strive to keep their community alive in Peru. A small-scale cultural and spiritual revival is happening in the city of Iquitos