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Black church leaders brought religion to politics in the ‘60s – but it was dramatically different from today’s white Christian nationalism

Fifty-eight years ago in the summer of 1966, a group of Black church leaders took out a full-page advertisement in The New York Times titled “Black Power.” Their densely worded statement called on national leaders, “white churchmen,” Black citizens and the mass media to correct the country’s racial power imbalance.…

The Conversation

For God and country: why the choice of next US president is a religious choice, too

Americans face a stark choice this November between two very different political visions. As I watched the recent Democratic National Convention (DNC), it struck me that it is also a choice between two very different kinds of Christianity.

The Conversation

‘Togetherness in our diversity’: Pope Francis preaches unity at south-east Asia’s largest mosque

Pope met the grand imam and representatives from Indonesia’s six officially recognised religions at Jakarta’s Istiqlal mosque

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Many asylum seekers are persecuted for what they believe in – but what about those who don’t believe?

Can you name philosophers who were humanist?

The Conversation

Title IX's Exemption for Religious Institutions as to Sex, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity Is Constitutionally Permissible

The court concludes that the government may institute such an exemption, though doesn't decide whether it must do so.

Reason

John Stamos claims he was ‘kicked out’ of Scientology for being ‘too annoying’

‘Full House’ star previously spoke about failing the controversial religion’s auditing process in his 2023 memoir

The Independent UK

Kristen Bell And Adam Brody Star In Netflix Rom-Com Series

Kristen Bell and Adam Brody star in 'Nobody Wants This,' a rom-com series exploring religion and modern relationships. Premiering on Netflix in September.

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Trump's litmus test for MAGA Christians

Bradley Onishi, expert on Christian nationalism, explains Trumpism has supplanted traditional Christian orthodoxy

Salon

French synagogue arson attack suspect under formal investigation for terrorism

A French judge has placed the main suspect involved in an arson attack on a synagogue in a resort in southern France last week under formal investigation for attempted murder on the grounds of race or religion, along with two other suspects.

Radio France Internationale

Girl Hates Wearing Hijab After Mom Suddenly Converts To Islam, Drama Ensues When Dad Finds Out

This father found himself in hot water with his ex-wife after he allowed their daughter to wear whatever she wanted in his home. The post Girl Hates Wearing Hijab After Mom Suddenly Converts To Islam, Drama Ensues When Dad Finds Out first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Man Suddenly Starts Insisting Christian GF Should Wear Headscarf When They Get Engaged, She Refuses

Woman ends long-term relationship after boyfriend suddenly demands she wear a headscarf after they get engaged. The post Man Suddenly Starts Insisting Christian GF Should Wear Headscarf When They Get Engaged, She Refuses first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Award-winning Belgian photojournalist Gaël Turine on capturing the tranq dope crisis

From the tranq dope crisis in Philadelphia to voodoo in Benin, Belgian photojournalist Gaël Turine speaks to Eve Jackson on arts24 about his award-winning work. Over the past 25 years, his photographs have been widely exhibited throughout Europe and the world. He's also regularly published in the international press. Gaël…

France 24

'Meddling with Muslim marriage laws won't be tolerated': Opposition

'The govt has no right to meddle with religion. This is an attempt to go against a particular community.' Read further on Dynamite News:

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10 Years Later, 'Dragon Age Inquisition' Still Does One Thing Better Than Every Other RPG

'Dragon Age: Inquisition' doesn't do everything right, but more than any RPG out there it tackles some tough questions about religion, belief, and heroes.

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John Tyndall: how a lecture in Belfast 150 years ago supercharged the modern debate on consciousness

On 19 August 1874, the Irish physicist John Tyndall – now better known as the co-founder of climate science – spoke to 2,000 people for nearly two hours in Belfast’s Ulster Hall. What he said generated one of the most intense controversies about science and religion in the modern period.…

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Christian Teen Implies She’s Better Than Her Friends, Friend Tells Her To Shut It

Christian teen won’t quit imposing her religion onto every conversation, friend snaps at her, then wonders if she’s the jerk. The post Christian Teen Implies She’s Better Than Her Friends, Friend Tells Her To Shut It first appeared on Bored Panda.

The Independent UK

Meet the powerful evangelicals who believe Trump is an apostle who will reclaim America for Christ

In his interview with Elon Musk, Donald Trump spoke about becoming more religious after the assasination attempt in Pennsylvania in July and as the former president tries to get back to the White House, scores of religious figures are determined to see him get there. Alex Hannaford explores the troubling…

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Collective right to convert others is not religious freedom: Allahabad HC

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Church, state and the Texas Legislature: Debate heats up over what students should learn

House hearing focuses on a curriculum plan and on school vouchers.

The Conversation

Young, urban, African: research explores what it means to be a good citizen in Ghana, Uganda and Tanzania

Young people between the ages of 18 and 35 make up two-thirds of Africa’s population. The number is expected to reach 75% by 2030. They live in an environment of rapid urbanisation, high unemployment rates and poor state services. These are some of the factors that incline young people towards…

The Guardian - UK

The way, the truth and the Olympic record: how God struck gold in Paris

Athletes no longer feel the need to stay silent about the role of religion in their approach to sport

Newslaundry

In Delhi, Muslim drivers ‘hide identity’, avoid kanwar yatra route ‘fearing targeted violence’

“Mahaul theek nahi hai. Hifazat kare…Jo bhi community stickers laga rahe hai apne mazhab ke, usse bhi kahin na kahin problem ho raha hain. Hum threat mein hain (The environment is not good. Be careful…whoever is putting religious stickers, that too is creating a problem somewhere. We are under threat).”

Al Jazeera

Southport stabbing: What led to the spread of disinformation?

Disinformation about the suspect’s religion leads to a rise in Islamophobia and anti-migrant anger.

The Conversation

The French baron who revived the Olympics believed they were more than sport – they were a religion of perfection and peace

Pierre de Coubertin, founder of the modern Olympics, always envisioned the Games as much more than the sum of their parts. “Olympism,” as he coined it, was a new type of religion – one shorn of gods, yet transcendent all the same.

International Business Times

Paris 'Sorry' For Any Offence Over Olympic Opening Ceremony

Paris Olympics organisers said Sunday they were "really sorry" if any offence was caused by their daring and quirky opening ceremony while denying any intention to "disrespect" religion after complaints from French bishops.

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