Ethics
Same-Sex Marriage Ruling Will be Followed by New Legal Battles
Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr thinks the decision puts the free exercise of religion in danger. On June 26, the court ruled by a 5-4…
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Christian activist faces fines and prison after removing the Confederate flag
The story of David and Goliath inspired Brittany Newsome to take down the Confederate flag at a South Carolina government building. Brittany Newsome, a 30-year-old Christian…
Catholicism
Recapping Pope Francis’ South America visit
Pope Francis had a history making week in South America visiting Ecuador, Bolivia and Paraguay. Pope Francis has concluded his eight-day tour of South America. The…
Entertainment
This is what the typical day looks like for a Muslim during Eid al-Fitr
A Muslim celebration with many rituals and traditions that marks the end of Ramadan. Eid al-Fitr (Feast of Breaking the Fast) marks the end of the…
Ethics
House republicans push for new religious freedom bill: First Amendment Defense Act
The First Amendment Defense Act, would protect churches, charities and private schools from being punished by the government for opposing same-sex marriage. Following the U.S. Supreme…
Agnosticism
EXCLUSIVE: WorldReligionNews.com Same-Sex Marriage Poll Results: 75% Of Americans Support It
WorldReligionNews.com ran a U.S. citizen targeting poll using organic search and paid social to determine how Americans feel about same-sex marriage. The results may surprise you.…
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Jul 15, 2015
Buddhism
Want to Be Happy? Be Generous and Compassionate, Says Neuroscientist
In a study initiated by the Dalai Lama, a neuroscientist was asked to study kindness and compassion via the brains of Buddhists. Research on Buddhist monks’…
Christianity
Pastors Fly Christian Flags Above U.S. Flag to Start “God Before Government” Campaign
A North Carolina church flew the Christian flag over the American flag during the Fourth of July weekend as a symbol of greater commitment and service…
Christianity
Muslims Raise Over $80,000 to Help Rebuild Black Christian Churches
American Muslim non-profit groups create a crowdfunding campaign to help rebuild black churches. Three Muslim organizations are campaigning during the holy month of Ramadan to rebuild…
Issues
Coexister Attempts to Break Down Religious Stereotypes in French Classrooms
The youth group advocates for inter-religious dialog in secular schools to help prevent and remedy religious misunderstandings and prejudice. Because of the recent terrorist attacks in…
Catholicism
In South America Pope Francis Continues Environmental Battle; Economists, Politicians, Scientists Disagree
Pope Francis declares we no longer can turn our backs on Mother Earth. Pope Francis has continued his campaign for environmental issues during his ongoing visit…
Ethics
UK Muslim leader: Take Action Against People Radicalizing Their Own Children
A Muslim leader in the UK demands that Islamist fanatics who radicalize children should be shunned by their communities. Rafiq Hayat, president of the moderate Ahmadiyya…