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When Faith Meets Feelings: How Daily Religion Shapes Mood

April 21, 2026

Three hundred and ninety Egyptian adults were asked to fill out a questionnaire about how religious they feel in general, and then to answer the same questions ten times a day for one week. Each time they reported whether they turned to prayer, reflection or other faith‑based practices, how they man

politics

Faith and Land: A New Way to Tackle Housing Gaps

April 20, 2026

In many American towns, rules about land use have quietly kept neighborhoods divided by race for decades. While old laws that openly blocked Black families from buying homes are gone, new rules still make it hard for them to find good places to live. These rules include things like big minimum lot s

opinion

When Leaders Play God: Why Mixing Politics and Religion Can Backfire

April 20, 2026

Some supporters of a former U. S. president once made a short film comparing him to a protector sent by a higher power. They used a famous speech’s style to suggest this leader was chosen by destiny. The video called him a leader who would never abandon his people. The former president shared it him

crime

Anthony Griffin's tragic end: Rap, religion, and a life on the edge

April 20, 2026

Anthony Griffin, better known in New York's battle rap scene as Fox 5, wasn't always the troubled figure who ended up swinging a machete through Grand Central Terminal. Born in the Bronx, Griffin grew up in the shadow of a changing city and a music scene that loved and discarded artists quickly. By

politics

What Trump’s Bible reading really means for America

April 20, 2026

The White House just announced that Donald Trump will read a Bible passage from the Oval Office this week, joining a public event called “America Reads The Bible. ” The chosen Scripture comes from 2 Chronicles 7:11-22, specifically verse 14, which says that if people turn away from their wrongdoings

religion

Pope Leo’s Angola visit draws massive crowd amid national struggles

April 20, 2026

Thousands braved early morning heat in Kilamba, a planned city near Luanda, to see Pope Leo during his Africa tour. Estimates suggest up to 200, 000 people gathered in the open space, making it one of the biggest public events in Angola this year. The turnout wasn’t just about faith—many came seekin

politics

Reexamining Our Roots: A Call to Reflect on Values and Actions

April 19, 2026

The nation’s founding ideas still echo in today’s debates, yet many feel they are slipping away. Some argue that the rise of strong religious voices in politics has shifted focus from reason to faith, and that this shift helped leaders gain power. Others worry about the consequences of uncheck

politics

Trump’s Religious Blunder and the Pope

April 19, 2026

Former governor Chris Christie appeared on ABC’s “This Week” to criticize President Trump, saying the former president knows nothing about faith. Christie called Trump’s remarks toward Pope Leo “gross” and suggested the former leader’s conversion to Catholicism was not a strong foundation for such a

education

Finding Meaning and Support at Small Christian Colleges

April 19, 2026

Small Christian colleges give students a clear sense of purpose and a tight-knit community. They blend faith with career training, helping students see how their studies fit into a bigger picture. These schools are often smaller than big universities, so teachers know each student’s story.

politics

Pope’s Peace Call Sparks Debate Over Iran Conflict

April 19, 2026

The Pope has again voiced his opposition to armed conflict, this time citing the situation in Iran. Critics argue that naming a specific country weakens the broader anti‑war stance, suggesting the message would be stronger if it addressed war in general. They also point out that Iran has been respon