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Controversial Church Believes Drinking Bleach Cures All Diseases

April 29th, 2019

A religious group has found itself in hot water after showcasing a special healing beverage it manufactures and sells. But according to the FDA, this so-called "miracle cure" is actually just industrial bleach.

Science & Technology 72 Comments

BYU Students Claim Punishment for Reporting Sexual Assault

April 19th, 2019

As higher education institutions face a reckoning over sexual violence on campus, some Brigham Young University students say they are actually being punished by the school for reporting their own sexual assaults.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 19 Comments

Should Clergy Speak Out on Political and Religious Issues?

April 17th, 2019

A new study shows that church leaders feel conflicted about discussing political issues from the pulpit. When it comes to exploring controversial topics, should they pipe down or speak up?

Political & Religious Controversy 80 Comments

Instagram Account Highlights Hypocrisy of Popular Pastors

April 15th, 2019

A new Instagram account has caught on like wildfire in recent weeks, gaining over 125,000 followers (Christians and non-believers alike) by calling out high-profile pastors for their taste in expensive shoes and swag.

Political & Religious Controversy 45 Comments

Presidential Candidate Says Gay Marriage Brought Him “Closer to God”

April 12th, 2019

Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg said that coming out as gay and getting married to his husband brought him "closer to God" - comments that sparked a public spat with Vice President Mike Pence.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 230 Comments

TN Bill Would Let Adoption Agencies Discriminate Against Gay Couples

April 8th, 2019

Adoption agencies in Tennessee may soon be allowed to prevent same-sex couples from adopting a child from their system if it conflicts with the organization's religious beliefs.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 334 Comments

Should Women Wear Hijabs When Visiting Muslim Countries?

April 5th, 2019

When non-Muslim women travel to majority-Islamic countries, it’s fairly common for them to don a hijab, in line with local customs and laws. But is that the right approach? Some feminists say absolutely not.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 44 Comments

Chick-fil-A Banned From Airports Over Anti-LGBT Views

April 1st, 2019

San Antonio has decided to ban controversial fast-food giant Chick-fil-A from opening a new location at the city’s airport. After plans for the new restaurant were made public, community groups expressed concern over the company’s record on LGBTQ rights. Should our ethics help direct how we spend our money?

LGBTQ & Human Rights 205 Comments

Controversial Church Tactic Leaves Neighbors Feeling Creeped Out

March 28th, 2019

A Nashville-based church passed out cards with the names and addresses of local residents and instructed congregants to pray for, and then write a letter to, the individuals on the card. Not everyone appreciated the gesture.

Political & Religious Controversy 63 Comments

Unvaccinated Student Sues Over School Ban, Citing Religous Discrimination

March 28th, 2019

In the wake of a severe chickenpox outbreak in Kentucky, a Catholic high school student was barred from playing on the school basketball team when officials discovered he was not vaccinated against the disease.

Political & Religious Controversy 251 Comments

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