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Israeli Space Chief: Aliens Exist, and We Are Not Ready

December 10th, 2020

In a fitting conclusion to 2020, the former head of the Israeli Space Defense program turned some heads when he recently said that there is a secret underground base on Mars with both human and alien representatives. Continue Reading »

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The Untold Story of How Christians Almost Killed Santa

December 9th, 2020

Millions of children across the world are eagerly anticipating Santa's visit later this month. But during the Protestant Reformation of the 16th century, reformers sought to abolish jolly old Saint Nick entirely. Continue Reading »

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Now Boarding God Air: First All-Christian Airline Set to Launch 2021

December 3rd, 2020

Judah 1, the world's first all-Christian airline, is set to go public next year. They're upgrading their fleet and will be offering flights for Christian missionaries to remote destinations - with special privileges. Continue Reading »

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NYC Synagogue Hosted Massive Secret Wedding Amidst COVID Lockdown

December 3rd, 2020

Earlier this month, a group of Orthodox Jews threw a massive wedding party in total secrecy, even as thousands attended. It's left NYC officials wondering how exactly to punish them, and how exactly they pulled it off. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 57 Comments »

2020: A Space Odyssey - Mysterious Monolith in Utah Sparks Big Questions

November 25th, 2020

A mysterious monolith, similar to the one seen in 2001: A Space Odyssey, was discovered deep in the Utah desert. Now people are discussing if it's from an artist's imagination or from extraterrestrials in outer space. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Science & Technology | 33 Comments »

How to Break the News: You Won’t Be Home for the Holidays

November 18th, 2020

Whether you have been looking for an excuse to be dismissed from the holiday chaos, or you have legitimate health concerns due to the pandemic, you may be looking for a way out of this year’s annual family gathering. Continue Reading »

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About-Face: NYPD Ditches Hijab Removal Requirement for Mugshots

November 17th, 2020

In a change several years in the making, the NYPD will now no longer require Muslim women who've been arrested to remove their hijab for their mugshot. Advocates say it's a win-win for policing and religious freedom. Continue Reading »

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Report: Vatican Promoted Predator, Ignored Sex Abuse Claims

November 16th, 2020

A new report commissioned by Pope Francis documents the systemic failures within the Catholic Church that allowed Cardinal Theodore McCarrick to commit heinous sexual abuse while rising the ranks within his career. Continue Reading »

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Remembering The Forgotten: WWI Fought By More Than Just Christians

November 11th, 2020

Despite battlefield efforts from all faith groups in World War I, the contributions of Muslims, Sikhs, and others seem chronically forgotten if not erased from the history books. Now some are fighting for recognition. Continue Reading »

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On Eagle's Wings: Catholics Thrilled as Biden Quotes Famous Hymn in Victory Speech

November 9th, 2020

During his victory speech on Saturday, President-elect Joe Biden quoted from the famous hymn “On Eagle’s Wings,” drawing excited reactions from many Catholics (and those of other denominations, too) who know the words. Continue Reading »

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