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Trump, Obama and Christianity
Christianity and the presidency: What makes one a Christian in the eyes of the American public? The question invites consideration of Christianity and the past two…
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Islam
Teen Combats Islamophobia by Inviting Strangers to Dine with Her Muslim Family
Muslim teen easing anti-Muslim fears with dinners hosted in her home. For many Muslims living in the United States life has not been easy. Each time…
Agnosticism
The Relationship Between Religion and Mental Health
A look at the role of religion in affecting mental health. The mental health of an individual is affected by a multitude of genetic and environmental…
Atheism
Neil deGrasse Tyson Explains Why He Doesn’t Believe in a Higher Power
For Neil deGrasse Tyson, the suffering and misery in the world are proof that there is no God. Neil deGrasse Tyson revealed in an interview that…
Christianity
Jehovah’s Witness with Cancer Jailed in Kazakhstan and Banned from Worshipping
Central Downtown Astana, Kazakhstan by Ken and Nyetta is licensed under CC BY 2.0 In a move that is very reminiscent of Russia’s strong policies against…
Catholicism
Chris Cornell’s Religion and Beliefs
Although he insisted he was not part of any religion, Cornell has indicated signs of him being a believer on numerous occasions, including in his music.…
Christianity
Trump’s Visit to Israel Puts Jewish State in Focus
Next week President Donald Trump will become the sixth U.S. President to visit Israel. On May 14, 1948, President Harry S. Truman recognized the newly created…
Issues
Pushback Against Making Men-Only Island Where Shinto Gods Reside a World Heritage Site
Shinto priests oppose UNESCO Heritage status The Krakow-headquartered UNESCO World Heritage Committee has notified Japan of its intention to grant World Heritage status to Okinoshima[/tweetit], an…
Catholicism
Tampa Church Raises Nearly $100,000 to Build First Catholic Church in Cuba in 60 Years
About 70 percent of Cubans are devout Catholics. Tampa, Florida’s St. Lawrence Catholic Church has raised $95,000 in donations to construct a new church in Sandino,…
Celebrity
Aziz Ansari on Being Raised Muslim and ‘Master of None’ Episode on Religion
After mostly avoiding discussing religion in his public life, the comedian has recently opened up. Aziz Ansari, the star comedian, never highlighted his religion during the…
Atheism
Virginia Atheist Paints Controversial Bible Verse on His Truck to Make A Point
In a new way to combat Christianity, Tom Hicks paints a “sexist” Biblical verse on the back of his truck. There are many ways in which…
Celebrity
Three Sikhs Recognized with the Sikh Jewel Award in London
Awardees include a movie director, an Army Reserve Captain, and a founder of a hotel chain. Three Sikhs have been awarded the prestigious Sikh Jewel Award[/tweetit]…