Liberal faction gave 'bogus' invoices for donations Factional infighting within the Liberal Party has been compared to epic war film Braveheart by a conservative Christian faction member at a corruption hearing. AAP · Jul 30
'It Seems Fishy': Self-Proclaimed Apostle Accused of Staging 'Demonic' Exorcisms With LA Actors Kathryn Krick's viral deliverance services at a Houston bookstore have sparked debate over the authenticity of her ministry, with critics questioning her methods and supporters praising her spiritual impact. International Business Times UK · Jul 28
In an era of hyperpolitics, the left needs to organise Letters: Mark Bergfeld and Derrick Joad on Zoe Williams’ interview of the political theorist Anton Jäger The Guardian - UK · Jul 27
Christian University Rejects AI Ban, Says Students Must Learn To Use It 'Wisely' Christian universities are adopting AI to enhance student skills, focusing on ethical use and critical thinking. Institutions aim to lead in AI education, balancing technology with academic integrity. International Business Times UK · Jul 27
In the 1600s, a Native American clay pot was buried at a Spanish mission in Florida. Around 400 years later, archaeologists were stunned to find it intact Archaeologists in Florida have uncovered a rare, fully intact 400-year-old clay pot believed to have been crafted by the Potano Indigenous community. The remarkable discovery at the historic Mission San Francisco de Potano is offering new clues about Native American life during the Spanish colonial and has raised questions about… The Economic Times · Jul 27
'MAGA Christianity Is a Cult': Ex-Church Members Expose Mass Indoctrination and Political Control Former evangelicals describe how 'MAGA Christianity' fused faith with hardline Republican politics, nationalism and control and why they ultimately walked away from the churches that raised them. International Business Times UK · Jul 26
How Did Brian Doerksen Die? Christian Worship Singer Passes Away Four Days After Cancer News Canadian worship songwriter Brian Doerksen has died at 60 in Abbotsford, four days after revealing he had stage 4 cancer. International Business Times UK · Jul 25
The UK has its first Catholic PM – but don’t expect a US-style religious culture war to follow Trump administration has clashed with Vatican on social issues but Burnham’s faith is shaped by different principles The Guardian - UK · Jul 25
'White, male, Christian' report drives Trump's disclaimer push at US history museum The 162-page report also alleged that the institution does not adequately acknowledge the "constructive role of Christian belief" in shaping the United States. It further claimed that "White, male, and Christian Americans are regularly denigrated as the alleged embodiment of oppressive power structures." Since the Smithsonian operates independently of the… The Times of India · Jul 25
Church reshapes Spain's history: did Moors and Christians ever live in peace? The Cerro de la Virgen site in Calasparra, in south-eastern Spain, shows that a Christian community kept up its liturgical life until the 9th century. Archaeologists say the find points to a more harmonious coexistence between Christians and Muslims than once assumed. Euronews · Jul 24
Abuse survivors have won their latest fight against the Christian Brothers. But why did it take so much pain and suffering to get here? Last month’s announcement that the Catholic order was about to go broke wreaked carnage everywhere I looked. Lives have been thrown into turmoil The Guardian - AU · Jul 24
Men-Only Gyms Trying To Protect Christian Men From Lust Get Brutally Ridiculed Men-only gyms are being ridiculed online as Christian gym founders warn against the “temptation” of women in workout clothes. Bored Panda · Jul 24
Christian Brothers abuse victims to get ‘full’ compensation in backdown after controversial property sales Edmund Rice Education Australia can be sued over abuse committed by Catholic order, after receiving much of its property holdings The Guardian - AU · Jul 24
Relief as Christian Brothers back down on abuse redress Advocates for victim-survivors have described feeling shocked and relieved after the Christian Brothers announced a deal to cover future abuse claims. AAP · Jul 24
Reason · Jul 23 Debate: Did Wokeness Actually Ruin The Odyssey? Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi spar over The Odyssey.
The Independent UK · Jul 23 Trump’s USDA secretary is sending ‘proselytizing Christian messages’ to government employees, lawsuit claims Brooke Rollins is unconstitutionally ‘preaching’ to federal workers, lawsuit claims
The Times of India · Jul 23 How Turkey's Pamukkale formed dazzling white terraces over thousands of years Turkey is home to one of the world's most extraordinary natural sites. It is called Pamukkale, which means "cotton castle" (also translated as "Cotton Palace") in Turkish. According to the UNESCO World Heritage Centre , the name comes from the striking, dazzling white landscape formed by calcite-laden spring water flowing…
The Independent UK · Jul 22 Military chaplains say promotions are tied to pushing Pete Hegseth’s Christian ideology Active-duty faith leaders fear the defense secretary is rewarding ‘ideological conformity’ to elevate a narrow view of Christianity
The Texas Tribune · Jul 22 Texas faith leaders condemn ICE-related deaths, demand end to “terror campaign” against migrants Christian and Jewish leaders urged limits on using force as well as accountability for immigration agents who go too far.
International Business Times UK · Jul 22 Texas Official Facing Lawsuit Threat After Promising to Sack Staff Not 'Sufficiently Christian' American Atheists has warned Texas Comptroller-elect Don Huffines it will pursue legal action if employees are dismissed based on religion following reported remarks about 'sufficiently Christian' staff.
International Business Times UK · Jul 22 'She Has the Problem': Pete Hegseth's Pastor Blasts Wives Refusing Intimacy to Their Husbands Now Doug Wilson, pastor to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, is facing criticism after suggesting some cases of marital rape should be handled by churches rather than police and arguing wives should not withhold sex for extended periods.
The Conversation · Jul 21 The long, global history of queer art in churches Divine Playhouse, a queer arts venue in a deconsecrated church, opened in Sydney on July 8. Christian protesters heckled attendees outside the venue, while others prayed.
Texas Observer · Jul 21 The Tides of Tarrant In Texas’ key swing county, this Democratic commissioner is turning to voters to oust the arch-conservative Tim O’Hare.
The Conversation · Jul 21 Québec’s Bill 9 doesn’t just ban symbols — it bans obligations As of Sept. 1, Muslim students at Québec’s post-secondary colleges, known as CEGEPs, will have no place to perform their daily prayers. Jewish, Christian and Muslim independent schools may lose provincial funding. And group prayer in parks will require municipal permission.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 20 Taxpayers could pay millions to abuse survivors if Christian Brothers goes bankrupt, court documents reveal Catholic order with a record of child abuse could be subject to hundreds of redress claims worth up to $65m