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Religion often shapes someone’s view of abortion – but what about a woman’s actual decision?

Many factors can shape how someone views abortion – gender, age and education, to name a few. Around the world, however, religious belief is the most powerful predictor that someone will disapprove, as I document in my 2025 book, “Fetal Positions.” Faith traditions’ teachings about abortion vary – and there…

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Religious Practices as Legally and Constitutionally Protected Against Regulations Aimed at Preventing "Addiction"

I'm serializing my forthcoming Emory Law Journal article titled Addiction to Constitutionally Protected Activity: Speech, Press, and Religion. In my… The post Religious Practices as Legally and Constitutionally Protected Against Regulations Aimed at Preventing "Addiction" appeared first on Reason.com.

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Addiction to Constitutionally Protected Activity: Speech, Press, and Religion

I have a forthcoming article with this title in an Emory Law Journal symposium issue, so I thought I'd serialize… The post Addiction to Constitutionally Protected Activity: Speech, Press, and Religion appeared first on Reason.com.

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Religious leaders condemn wars in Gaza and Ukraine and stress interfaith dialogue in Astana congress

Religious leaders condemned the violence in Gaza and Ukraine, while underlining the need for dialogue and mutual respect at a religious congress in Astana.

Euronews

French cultural and religious leaders warn Macron on recognition of Palestine

A group of 20 leading figures from the world of Jewish culture and religion in France have called on the French president Emmanuel Macron to ensure that France's recognition of a Palestinian state be made conditional on the release of hostages in Gaza and the dismantling of Hamas.

Radio France Internationale

James Talarico’s progressive take on Christianity made him an online sensation. Will it translate to his Texas Senate bid?

The Austin lawmaker says his faith fuels his vision of a Democratic Party that “fights back” against billionaires. Republican critics say his stances are at odds with Scripture.

The Texas Tribune

Rev William Barber condemns Kirk’s killing and warns against using religion to ‘sanctify wrong’

Pastor and social activist said nation must be challenged to get rid of ‘using religion as a cover for injustice’

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How Organized Religion Builds Resilience in Crisis-Affected Communities

Faith-based communities not only provide direction and spiritual guidance; at their best, they also furnish food, shelter, solace, and a sense of belonging.

International Business Times

Fox Anchor Brian Kilmeade's Religion Questioned After Controversial Lethal Injection Comment

Brian Kilmeade's religion comes under scrutiny after the Fox News host faces backlash for his lethal injection comment on homelessness.

International Business Times UK

“God? Maybe he’s gone senile”: Lemmy was once asked what he thought about God and religion, and he didn’t hold back

The late Motörhead frontman liked a lot of things, but religion wasn’t one of them

Louder

Social scientists have long found women tend to be more religious than men – but Gen Z may show a shift

For decades, one of the most consistent findings in religion research has been that women tend to be more religious than men. This holds true across dozens of countries and on nearly every measure of religiosity, from how often someone prays to how important faith is in their lives.

The Conversation

The Crunch: dwindling support for Keir Starmer; tracking US deportation flights; and the decline in religion

The British prime minister is standing out on the global stage – due to his poor approval rating with voters

The Guardian - AU

Bobby Brazier opens up on ‘cherishing’ final moments before Eastenders exit

Bobby Brazier opens up on "cherishing" his final moments on the set of Eastenders, with the star set to leave Walford later this year to pursue the Hare Krishna religion in India.

The Independent UK

AP photos show women in Japan working to break down barriers in ancient, tradition-bound sumo

For centuries, sumo's deep links with the Shinto religion barred women from entering the ring, let alone allowing them to participate.

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Excluding Religious School That "Forfeited a Girls' Playoff Basketball Game to Avoid Playing a Team with a Transgender Athlete" Violated Free Exercise Clause

So the Second Circuit held today, concluding that the facts surrounding this particular exclusion showed hostility to religion, and not just the neutral application of generally applicable rules.

Metal Hammer

“Organised religion is causing the worst genocides and most horrible situations in the history of mankind”: Nightwish’s Floor Jansen goes on vicious tirade against Christianity

Nightwish’s lead singer takes no prisoners when asked whether she has religious beliefs or not

Reason

Richard Dawkins on New Threats to Science—From Religion to Relativism

The legendary atheist and evolutionary biologist argues that truth shouldn't bend to faith or fashionable politics.

The Conversation

3 states push to put the Ten Commandments back in school – banking on new guidance at the Supreme Court

As disputes rage on over religion’s place in public schools, the Ten Commandments have become a focal point. At least a dozen states have considered proposals that would require classrooms to post the biblical laws, and three passed laws mandating their display in 2024-2025: Louisiana, Arkansas and Texas.

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Astrology’s appeal in uncertain times

Scroll through TikTok, browse dating profiles or sit at a cafe, and you’ll often hear people reference their astrological sign. Someone might proudly claim their Leo energy; others joke that they would never date a Scorpio.

Reason

Religion and Foreign-Policy Realism

Armenia, Azerbaijan, and the New U.S. Role in the South Caucasus

Golf Monthly

I Wish Jesus Could Be The 15th Club In My Golf Bag

With Jesus as a caddie in your back pocket, Katie Dawkins explores how a strong faith can strengthen a player's mental game and improve performance

The Texas Tribune

Texas AG Ken Paxton encourages students to recite Lord’s Prayer in latest test of church-state separation

The endorsement comes as Texas elected officials push for more Christianity in public life and as Paxton’s office fights a legal challenge to religion in education.

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Woman Explains That She Has To Misgender Trans Coworker “Because Of Her Religion”

A woman justifies her transphobia with religion.

The Independent UK

AI Apocalypse? Why language surrounding tech is sounding increasingly religious

Geoffrey Hinton is sounding the alarm about the risks of artificial intelligence

The Texas Tribune

1 in 4 Texas school districts sign up for new Bible-infused curriculum

The numbers may grow as the state collects more data. Some districts adopted the plan not for its religious emphasis but for more funding and to better align with teaching requirements.

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