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California Legalizes Human Composting as Catholics Fume

September 26th, 2022

Californians will soon have another option to consider for their bodies after death: Composting. Gov. Gavin Newsom just legalized human composting, despite the protests of Catholics, who say it's undignified. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Life and Death | 39 Comments »

Is a Gendered Dress Code Discriminatory to Nonbinary Employees?

September 23rd, 2022

Washington state is warning Alaska Airlines that their work uniforms, which requires employees to choose from a strict masculine or feminine outfit, is discriminatory to nonbinary employees. Are dress codes out of date? Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights | 47 Comments »

How to Celebrate Mabon, the Pagan Holiday Honoring the Autumn Equinox

September 21st, 2022

Did you know that for many Wiccans and Pagans, the Fall Equinox is a holiday? Frequently dubbed the 'Pagan Thanksgiving', Mabon is a newer holiday that honors ancient traditions. Curious how to celebrate? Continue Reading »

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Jewish University Closes All Clubs Rather Than Allow Pride Group to Meet

September 21st, 2022

A private Jewish university in New York is opting to close every university club instead of recognizing a pro-LGBTQ pride group. Should religious schools have the freedom to discriminate against LGBTQ students? Continue Reading »

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Report: Soon Fewer Than Half of Americans Will Be Christian

September 17th, 2022

A new Pew report says that Americans are losing their religion. Within 50 years, it says, Christianity will no longer be the dominant religion in this country, making up as little as one-third of Americans. Continue Reading »

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One-Year-Old's Viral Birthday Party Draws Accusations of Satanism

September 12th, 2022

Was the devil at work at this birthday party? A viral TikTok video showing images from a one-year-old girl's birthday party set the internet on fire, as her Baphomet piñata and pentagram cake drew millions of views. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan | 187 Comments »

Christian School Baptizes 100 Students Without Parental Permission

September 9th, 2022

A Christian school in North Carolina is under water after parents found out that they baptized some 100 middle and high school students without parental knowledge. Is it okay to baptize kids without parental consent? Continue Reading »

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Judge Rules Christian Photographer Can Legally Refuse LGBTQ Weddings

September 6th, 2022

A Christian wedding photographer in Kentucky just scored a legal win. A judge ruled that she can't be compelled to photograph same-sex weddings, because it goes against her religious beliefs. Continue Reading »

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Christian Furries Keep Faith in the Closet for Fear of Fur-secution

September 2nd, 2022

Christians in the largely secular and LGBTQ furry community are feeling ostracized by their fellow furries. They feel they have to suppress their faith lest they be persecuted, but many find a certain irony there. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights | 36 Comments »

Shinzo Abe's Assassination Shines Light On Controversial "Cult" Church

September 1st, 2022

The alleged killer of former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe says he did so because of Abe's political relationship with the Unification Church, a controversial church known for mass weddings and large donation requests. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 22 Comments »