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Atheism
The American Humanist Association conducted a congressional hearing today to raise support for humanist military chaplains. David Niose, legal director at the American Humanist Association says…
Entertainment
On the 27th day of Ramadan, Muslims traditionally celebrate the Night of Destiny, or Laylat al Qadr, to commemorate the night the Quran was revealed to…
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Ibrahim Shabandri, an 8-year-old from India, wins United Arab Emirates Preacher of the Nation Contest. Our children are the future: that is a truth that is…
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Source: Flickr Spain hopes to rectify 500 year old exile by opening citizenship to wronged Jews. In 1492, Ferdinand and Isabella exiled all Jews living in Spain…
Christianity
art: Paul Don Smith History is still unsure of what Nelson Mandela’s exact beliefs were regarding God and religion. The religious beliefs of a politician can…
Entertainment
There are some things to know when traveling to Dubai during Ramadan. Do you know which customs you may have to follow? Ramadan is a time…
Anglicanism
The Church of England’s decision to allow female bishops might hinder the relationship with Catholics. The General Synod of the Church of England recently voted to…
Entertainment
This is Part 2 in a two-part series. Part 1 can be found here. The Scope of Spending in God’s Way: the Broader Meaning [Taken, with…
Atheism
Is religious faith innate? Scientific studies suggest that humans are not wired to be atheists. Skeptics often assert that humans are “born as atheists,” but recent…
Entertainment
American Sikhs respond to growing, often violent, prejudice in the United States. While racism has always had an ugly presence in the United States, the increase…
Entertainment
Ise Jingu, Japan’s holiest Shinto shrine, breaks tradition and opens its doors to members of every religion to witness one of its oldest rituals. The Ise Shrine (Ise Jingu), or…
Entertainment
Zach Braff’s New Movie ‘Wish I Was Here’ Inspired by Actor’s Jewish Upbringing Actor and director Zach Braff has once again put together an introspective film,…