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faith heils

Spartans Dominate, No‑Hitter Stuns Opponents

May 19, 2026

Bella Jacobs kept the ball flying, tossing a flawless no‑hitter in her second consecutive start as Sycamore shut out Prairie Ridge, 4–0. The win came in a playoff warm‑up where both teams earned top seeds and first‑round byes, though they play in separate supersections this year. After a five‑inning

science

How Faith Shapes Views on Gene Editing

May 19, 2026

A recent survey asked nearly 5, 000 adults across the United States about their thoughts on gene editing. The study focused on how people’s religious beliefs and personal experiences influence their support or worries about this technology. The sample included nine different faith traditions as w

politics

Ben Cline Eyes Fifth Term After Redistricting Shake‑Up

May 19, 2026

Ben Cline announced his intent to seek another term in Congress after the Supreme Court refused to revisit a challenge to Virginia’s 2024 election map. The decision, which ended the legal fight over the April 21 vote that counted more than 1. 6 million “yes” ballots, gave Cline a clear signal that t

technology

When Faith Meets Tech: A New AI Conversation

May 19, 2026

The Vatican and business leaders recently met in Rome to talk about artificial intelligence. The church announced a plan called Magnifica Humanitas, which tries to mix old moral ideas with new technology. Some people think it is just a nice gesture, while others ask if it will really protect us when

religion

Why natural labels hook us: a Tibetan case study

May 18, 2026

People worldwide lean toward products marked “natural, ” especially food. But does faith tilt this bias even more? Researchers zeroed in on Tibetan Buddhists who print religious texts under strict natural light rules. They wondered: would these printers prefer natural-labeled apples over others? Fi

health

Caregivers in home hospice often struggle in silence

May 18, 2026

More than half of family members caring for elderly patients at home during their final months report feeling overwhelmed. A recent study found that most are juggling daily medical tasks while watching their loved ones slowly decline. Many admit to constant worry about whether they're doing enough,

politics

America rings in its 250th with a bold faith event—and mixed reactions

May 18, 2026

On a sunny Sunday, thousands packed the National Mall for a mix of prayers, music, and speeches under the banner of "Rededicate 250. " Organizers pitched it as a national reset—bringing God and country together for the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday. But while supporters cheered patriotism and fai

religion

Are Americans Reconsidering Religion's Role in the Country?

May 18, 2026

A recent survey shows more Americans now think religion is becoming more influential in daily life. Only a few years ago, most people felt the opposite. Back in 2024, just 18% believed religion was growing stronger, but now that number has nearly doubled to 37%. Meanwhile, those who think religion i

opinion

Lessons in faith from stepping into unknown churches

May 18, 2026

Many people avoid unfamiliar places of worship without really knowing why. One person shared how, as a young teen, they refused an invitation to visit a church just because they had never set foot inside before. At the time, stepping into that space felt like crossing an invisible line. Years later,

opinion

When Papers and Prayer Rugs Aren't Safe in Detention

May 18, 2026

In Torrance County, some people held in detention have faced more than just confinement. Reports show authorities breaking basic rules by seizing personal and legal items that hold meaning. Detainees say officials took away documents tied to ongoing court cases, including papers meant to protect rig