OJ Simpson’s estate stops Kim Kardashian’s $15,000 purchase of her dad’s bible that was gifted to accused killer The bible is currently up for auction with the highest bid being $9,800 The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2025
Kim Kardashian’s ‘$15,000 offer to purchase her late father Robert Kardashian’s Bible rejected by OJ Simpson’s estate’ Years after her dad represented the disgraced NFL star in his double-murder case, OJ Simpson’s estate says it rejected Kim Kardashian’s $15,000 offer to purchase her late father Robert Kardashian’s inscribed Bible. BANG Premier · Mar 14, 2025
Oklahoma schools chief seeks donations to put Bibles in classrooms Oklahoma's top public schools official is continuing his quest to put a Bible in classrooms The Independent UK · Mar 7, 2025
Republican Lawmaker Invokes Bible Scripture in Debate Against Banning Corporal Punishment Use on Disabled Children in Schools An Oklahoma State Senator cited Bible scripture as reasoning for his opposition to a bill that would ban schools from using corporal punishment on students. Latin Times · Feb 27, 2025
How the Face magazine redefined culture, music and style The Face magazine had a revolutionary impact on contemporary culture. The legendary “style bible” launched in 1980 was known for its bold design, iconic covers and trailblazing photography. The Conversation · Feb 27, 2025
Rare medieval bible returned to Salisbury Cathedral after 700 years with help of Independent readers The Master of Sarum bible was saved after a campaign by Friends of the Nations’ Libraries FNL, and a global fundraising appeal by The Independent The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025
500 years ago, German peasants revolted – but their faith that the Protestant Reformation stood for freedom was dashed by Martin Luther and the nobility Five hundred years ago, in the winter of 1524-1525, bands of peasants roamed the German countryside seeking recruits. It was the start of the German Peasants’ War, the largest uprising in Europe before the French Revolution. The peasants’ goal was to overturn serfdom and create a fairer society grounded on… The Conversation · Feb 25, 2025
I'm a leading wellness expert - and always turn to these 5 simple prompts before saying yes to a decision Always feel torn? Consider this your bible. Marie Claire · Feb 22, 2025
Oklahoma lawmaker worried about ‘pink-haired atheists’ teaching the Bible in schools ‘I don't want some pink-haired person who doesn't believe in God to start trying to teach the Bible,’ says Republican state Senator David Bullard The Independent UK · Feb 18, 2025
What does the Bible say about who belongs in the ‘promised land’? A biblical scholar explains In current US politics, a “biblical” view of the Middle East informs foreign policy – perhaps more than it has for decades. This makes it very important to understand what the Bible actually says, particularly about the idea of a “promised land”. The Conversation · Feb 14, 2025
‘Important and beautiful’ 13th-century Bible returns to Salisbury Sarum Master Bible to go on display at cathedral after being in private hands for almost 800 years The Guardian - UK · Feb 14, 2025
Rory Stewart’s wife’s charity loses $1m USAID funding days after ex-MP’s bizarre clash with JD Vance US vice president hit out at Rest is Politics presenter’s IQ after former Tory politician criticised his ‘bizarre take’ on the bible The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025
Evangelical education nearly ruined me. Now the Christian right is coming for public schools From Bible stories to the Ten Commandments, public schools are starting to look a lot like the fundamentalist system I escaped The Guardian - US · Feb 12, 2025
Gut-wrenching love: What a fresh look at the ‘Good Samaritan’ story says for ethics today The Bible story of the Good Samaritan is more than a mainstay of Sunday school courses. “Good samaritan” is the catch-all way to describe a do-gooder – someone who stops to change the tire of a stranded motorist, helps a lost child find their parents in a store and gives… The Conversation · Feb 10, 2025
The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2025 The Beach at 25: How Danny Boyle’s divisive thriller nearly sank Leonardo DiCaprio (and upset Ewan McGregor) FLASHBACKS: The adaptation of Alex Garland’s Gen-X counterculture bible was beset by problems from the off – protesting locals, near-fatal accidents and a behind-the-scenes fallout that would rage for a decade. But, 25 years after the film’s release, it might warrant a fairer shake, writes Tom Fordy
The Conversation · Feb 5, 2025 Friendship, a covenant, romance – no matter what you call it, David’s love for Jonathan is one of the Bible’s most beautiful For the idea of love, biblical Hebrew has precious few synonyms. Yet the Hebrew of the Bible can communicate a rich sensation of love: the love of a man for a woman, the love of any human being for their fellow human, the love of Israel for Israel’s God, and…
Salon · Feb 3, 2025 Trump's attack on schools could backfire Trump forgets the lesson of Moms for Liberty and orders schools to replace education with right-wing propaganda
The Texas Tribune · Jan 30, 2025 Legal rights groups urge school leaders not to adopt Texas’ Bible-infused curriculum The coalition of legal organizations told Texas school district leaders that it would “take any action” necessary to protect the rights of students and their families.
Texas Observer · Jan 30, 2025 ICE Agents in Churches ‘Does Not Bode Well for the Future of Religion’ in America “They’re de facto endorsing government interference with the church—the very government interference with the church that they've complained about in the past.”
The Independent UK · Jan 22, 2025 Voices: Bishop Budde’s ‘woke’ sermon wasn’t an ambush – it was a reminder of basic Christian values COMMENT: The very fact that Trump and the right have reacted so badly over Bishop Budde’s ‘meek and mild’ sermon suggests they aren’t well acquainted with either the Bible or Christianity, writes Kat Brown
Top News · Jan 20, 2025 Presidents' Use Of Bibles During Inaugurations Revealed Explore the diverse use of Bibles during presidential inaugurations, from historical practices to recent ceremonies.
Salon · Jan 20, 2025 Trump fails to place hand on Bible While it is customary to swear by some holy text, it is not constitutionally required
The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2025 Did Trump forget to put his hand on the Bible when he was sworn into office? ‘No hand on the bible. Does that mean he is not president?’ one Trump critic snarked online
Top News · Jan 20, 2025 Donald Trump Sworn In As 47Th President Of The US Donald Trump sworn in as 47th US President using Lincoln's bible. Chief Justice Roberts administers oath.
Top News · Jan 17, 2025 President-Elect Trump To Use Lincoln's Bible For Inauguration President-elect Trump to use Abraham Lincoln's Bible for his inauguration, continuing a tradition of historical significance.