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U.S. Army to Allow Christian Soldier to Grow Beard

August 11th, 2021

For the first time, the U.S. Army will allow a Christian soldier to keep a beard as part of his faith. Similar exceptions have been made in the past for Sikhs and Muslims, but some say everyone should follow the rules. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 40 Comments »

Converse Releases "Satanic" Shoe With Pentagram Logo

August 3rd, 2021

Converse is releasing a new shoe with a pentagram on the tongue in place of the classic Chuck Taylor star. Shockingly, many weren't exactly thrilled with the new 'Satanism' themed addition to the iconic shoe line. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan, Political & Religious Controversy | 190 Comments »

The Secret Church Using Psychedelics as Sacrament

July 30th, 2021

One California church returned to in-person services recently, but they're a bit different than your run-of-the-mill church. They're part of a growing religious movement using psychedelics to achieve enlightenment. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 63 Comments »

Is "Fake Christianity" America's Biggest Religion?

July 29th, 2021

How much of the Bible must you believe to be Christian? A recent poll found that many Christian Millennials have some moral and political beliefs that conflict with their faith. Can they still be considered Christian? Continue Reading »

Posted in: Christian | 144 Comments »

“My Vagina Has to Breathe" – Mormon Women Protest Uncomfortable Temple Garments

July 27th, 2021

The temple garments worn by most Mormons are an important part of their faith, but an increasing number of women are speaking out on the issues they have with the garment. As one said, "my vagina needs to breathe." Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 114 Comments »

Women in the Draft? Senate Proposal Runs Into Biblical Opposition

July 23rd, 2021

Should women be forced to sign up for the military draft, like men do? A new congressional proposal says yes, but it's run into a powerful enemy: Evangelical Christians, who are in favor of traditional gender roles. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 114 Comments »

Youth Pastor Apologizes for Controversial 'One Piece Swimsuit' Rule

July 22nd, 2021

Is purity patriarchy? A Christian youth pastor is apologizing for instituting a 'one piece swimsuits only' rule at his youth camps, saying sorry for telling girls to cover up instead of telling boys to be respectful. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 106 Comments »

Please Stop Church Arsons, Say Canadian Indigenous Leaders

July 15th, 2021

Canada's reckoning with the discovery of 1,000+ unmarked graves at former Catholic residential schools. Now, Christian churches are being lit ablaze across the country, and many think it's retalatiion. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 57 Comments »

"God Bless Abortions" Banner Shocks Arkansas Town

July 14th, 2021

The owners of Arkansas’s largest statue of Jesus woke up to a shocking surprise: a 44-foot banner reading “God Bless Abortions” had been hung across it, from arm to arm. Here's the story behind the message. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 62 Comments »

Britney Spears Rejects Therapy: "Take It To God"

July 13th, 2021

Should we talk to our therapist about our problems, or is God's ear enough? Pop star Britney Spears recently said that she doesn't believe in therapy and that she prefers to taker her problems to God directly. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 81 Comments »