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The History of Oktoberfest (And Why It’s Not in October)

October 1st, 2022

Oktoberfest is famous worldwide as a festival packed full of lederhosen, cheer, and yes, lots and lots of beer. But what exactly is this festival, how is it celebrated, and why isn't it held in October?

ULC Minister Training & Education 8 Comments

Dutch Man Tries to Legally Change His Age, Citing Transgender Movement

December 11th, 2018

A Dutch man seeking to legally change his age to be 20 years younger took the case to court, arguing that it was no different than changing genders. Unfortunately for him, the court didn't see it that way.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 6 Comments

Video: Coffee Shop Refuses to Serve Man After He Berates Muslim Woman Wearing Niqab

May 21st, 2018

A viral video shows a man insulting a Muslim woman wearing a niqab in a California coffee shop. The incident sparked an intense debate over the merits of Islamic face coverings. Some argue they are oppressive and should be outlawed in public, but others insist this would be a mistake.

Political & Religious Controversy 71 Comments

‘Punish a Muslim Day’ Letters Send Panic Through U.K.

March 15th, 2018

Copies of an anonymous letter declaring April 3 “Punish a Muslim Day” have generated waves of anxiety in Muslim communities throughout the United Kingdom. The letters even include a table awarding point values for specific acts of violence against Muslims: 25 points for pulling off a woman’s head scarf, 500 for killing a Muslim person, and 1,000 for bombing a mosque.

Political & Religious Controversy 17 Comments

Muslim Scare: When Allah Moves in Next Door

October 28th, 2017

Researchers polled more than 10,000 people from European countries and shockingly found that nearly 20 percent – or 1 in 5 – did not like the idea of living next door to a Muslim neighbor.

Political & Religious Controversy 53 Comments

Islam: A Threat to European Culture?

May 27th, 2016

In case you haven’t been paying attention, there is a war brewing in Europe. Not a war in the traditional sense, but a war of cultures, between Europeans and Muslim immigrants.

Political & Religious Controversy 167 Comments

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