Controversy Archives - Page 2 of 2

A Cussing, Soul-Shaking Good Time

March 4th, 2019

The controversy-seeking Memphis pastor Thaddeus Matthews, who styles himself as the 'cussing pastor', is in hot water again, this time for hosting a twerking contest in his church. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 37 Comments »

Bombshell: New Book Alleges 80 Percent of Vatican Priests Are Gay

February 21st, 2019

According to French journalist and author Frédéric Martel, the Vatican is a veritable mecca of closeted gay men. “Even in San Francisco’s Castro” he writes, there aren’t “quite as many gays.” Martel’s new book, titled 'In the Closet of the Vatican,' hits store shelves today. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 25 Comments »

Children’s Hospital Eliminates Gender Markers from Patient Wristbands

September 25th, 2018

Children’s Hospital of Colorado has found itself at the center of controversy after a recent announcement that it will no longer be printing gender markers on the wristbands it gives to patients. LGBTQ groups support the decision, but critics say it could prove dangerous. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy | 63 Comments »

Bullsh*t From the Pulpit: Cussing Pastor Turns Heads

September 7th, 2018

A controversial broadcaster-turned-pastor is cussing his way to online notoriety, and he “doesn’t give a damn” what traditional Christians might think about it. Buoyed by recent publicity, the pastor is taking his message to the people in what he's calling "The Bullsh*t From the Pulpit Tour." Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy, Christian | 89 Comments »

Muslim Kids Kicked Out of City Pool, Mayor Forced to Apologize

July 18th, 2018

Female students from an Islamic summer camp in Delaware were kicked out of a public pool due to their conservative dress. After the incident made headlines, the city's mayor was forced to apologize, admitting officials "used poor judgment" in pressuring them to leave. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 52 Comments »