'Apology' for offensive abortion messages to MP A Christian man who sent offensive messages about abortion to openly gay MP Alex Greenwich has apologised as he awaits sentencing before court. AAP · Jun 15
One of Orthodox Christianity’s holiest sites in flames after Russian strikes IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 15
Right bashes Talarico for quoting Jesus Attacks on Texas Senate candidate aren't just about him. They're an attempt to crush progressive Christianity Salon · Jun 14
Beartooth's Caleb Shomo was brought up in devout Christian faith that viewed being gay as "a sickness you can cure with prayer" Openly gay Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo on his upbringing that made coming out so difficult Metal Hammer · Jun 13
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says James Talarico will “go to hell” for his view of the Bible A GOP leader, Patrick has been a staunch advocate for conservative Christian values in his role presiding over the Texas Senate. The Texas Tribune · Jun 12
In 1945, villagers digging for fertilizer in Upper Egypt found a sealed jar of codices, and Nag Hammadi changed the study of early Christianity Villagers near Nag Hammadi found a sealed jar in 1945. Inside were thirteen ancient books. These books contained early Christian texts unknown for centuries. The discovery expanded historical knowledge of early Christianity. Scholars gained access to writings lost to mainstream traditions. This find reshaped manuscript studies and the history of… The Economic Times · Jun 12
Maggie O'Farrell flattens 19th century Ireland into a theme-pub cliché in her new novel Maggie O’Farrell’s tenth novel Land is a sprawling family saga. It traverses the landmarks of 19th century Irish history, including the Great Famine – with its corollary, incarceration in the workhouse – and the mapping of Ireland via the Ordnance Survey. The Conversation · Jun 12
Pete Hegseth’s controversial pastor says Mormons practice ‘non-Christian faith’ after backlash over Pentagon’s recognized religions list Doug Wilson also calls Latter-day Saints ‘ polytheists’ who worship multiple gods The Independent UK · Jun 10
A Pentagon list overhaul puts Mormon church’s Christian identity back in the spotlight The Pentagon’s recent revision to its list of Christian religions has reignited a long-standing debate about whether The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a Christian denomination The Independent UK · Jun 10
America’s 250th birthday celebration is replacing history with toxic myth This year’s events will be a mélange of Trumpian egotism, Maga populism and Christian nationalism The Guardian - US · Jun 10
Hegseth's Mormon diss busts a MAGA myth Christian nationalism isn't just immoral — it's incoherent Salon · Jun 10
Utah Republicans Force the Pentagon to Back Down After a Controversial Religious Labeling Policy Sparks a Military Firestorm The shift reflects Hegseth’s broader push to reassert religion’s place in the military. The Mary Sue · Jun 9
Pope Leo XIV Blasts World 'Filled With Self-Interest and Profit' in Radical Call to Heal 'Ailing Humanity' Pope Leo XIV, during his visit to Madrid, urged Christians to act selflessly in a profit-driven world, emphasising the importance of integral human development and spiritual values over financial gain. International Business Times UK · Jun 9
The Guardian - UK · Jun 9 Israeli attack on Tyre in Lebanon kills eight as evacuation ordered for Christian quarter People flee historic district of ancient city after airstrikes hit residential areas and damage archaeological sites
The Independent UK · Jun 9 Christian leaders in the Lebanese city of Tyre urge for action after Israel's evacuation warning Christian religous leaders in the Lebanese city of Tyre have urged for swift international and local action to prevent Israeli attacks on the Christian district
Salon · Jun 9 Pulte's ties to secretive Christian org The new acting national intelligence director’s grandfather was close with Fellowship Foundation leader Doug Coe
The Guardian - UK · Jun 9 Christian leaders alarmed by climate crisis raise questions over GB News owner’s £28m church donations Exclusive: Sir Paul Marshall’s climate views and those broadcast on GB News said to be ‘in direct opposition’ to those of Church of England
The Independent UK · Jun 8 The Latest: Trump dismisses idea that Iran betrays his ‘no new wars’ campaign message President Donald Trump is dismissing the idea that launching the war with Iran this year betrayed his refrain of “No new wars” that he made as he campaigned for the White House
The Independent UK · Jun 8 Pentagon walks back Mormon snub on Pete Hegseth’s recognized religions list after MAGA lawmaker goes ballistic Hegseth, already under scrutiny for favoring some Christian groups, faced surprise backlash from conservative Mormon lawmakers
The Independent UK · Jun 7 LDS groups and Utah Republicans rage as military no longer counts church as Christian under Hegseth religion list shake-up Defense Department cut roughly 180 religion codes from previous list, with mostly Christian denominations remaining
Louder · Jun 7 “They said a four-minute single containing lyrics about Jesus would never get played on pop radio”: The US singer loved by John Lennon and hated by right-wing Christian groups who wrote the last great hippie anthem – and then vanished into obscurity Norman Greenbaum’s Spirit In The Sky was one of the greatest one-hit-wonders of the early 1970s
The Independent UK · Jun 6 Here is the full list of faiths being unrecognized by the Pentagon Soldiers will still be able to list the dropped religions on their dog tags, according to the Pentagon
Salon · Jun 6 Military now recognizes just 31 faiths In an effort to streamline operations, military faith recognitions went from 200+ to 31, mostly Christian beliefs
Radio France Internationale · Jun 6 Pope Leo XIV visits Spain as Church seeks a fresh voice in changing Europe Pope Leo XIV has begun a weeklong visit to Spain, bringing the American pontiff to one of Europe’s historic centres of Christianity at a moment of political tension, social change and renewed curiosity about faith.