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Texas Schools to Add Bible Passages to Reading Lists by 2030

June 27, 2026

Texas is making a big change to its public school reading lists. Starting in 2030, students will read passages from the Bible as part of their required materials. The state school board approved this move with a 9-5 vote, showing a clear split in opinions. This isn’t the first time Texas has pushed

education

Texas school rules spark debate over history lessons

June 27, 2026

Texas education officials are about to decide how history and reading will be taught in public schools starting in 2030. The State Board of Education, mostly made up of Republicans, has spent months reviewing new rules that would give more attention to Christian ideas in elementary classes while red

religion

The Quiet Comeback of Faith in Modern America

May 20, 2026

For a long time, people assumed young Americans were walking away from religion for good. But something surprising is happening: a growing number of them are turning back to churches, temples, and prayer. This shift isn’t just small talk—it’s reshaping how some view the country’s future. Leaders oft

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

Vaccines, Faith and Politics in Bangladesh: A Fresh Look

April 12, 2026

In October 2023, a new program began in Bangladesh that gives free, single‑dose HPV shots to girls between 9 and 14 years old. The goal is to stop cervical cancer, the second most common cancer among Bangladeshi women, which is mainly caused by the human papillomavirus. Before COVID‑19, people we

health

How Faith and Health Intertwine in Golden Years

January 29, 2026

In the twilight of life, the mind and body often face new challenges. For many older adults in China, physical limitations can cast a long shadow over mental well-being. Anxiety and depression often creep in, making it harder to think clearly. But here's a twist: faith might play a role in how these

opinion

Moscow's Free Speech Fight: A Clash of Beliefs

December 29, 2025

In 2020, a family from Christ Church in Moscow, Idaho, found themselves in a legal tussle with the city. Nathan Wilson and his sons, Rory and Seamus, were accused of sticking controversial stickers on public property. The stickers read, \"Soviet Moscow . . . enforced because we care. \" This happene

politics

The Unification Church: Where Faith and Politics Collide

December 14, 2025

The Unification Church, known for its grand mass weddings and followers called "Moonies, " is back in the spotlight in South Korea. This time, it's due to claims of illegal lobbying and gift-giving involving politicians. These allegations have sparked a debate: why does this religious group keep get

religion

Ohio's New Law: Teaching Religion's Role in History

December 3, 2025

Ohio has recently passed a law that allows teachers to discuss the positive effects of religion on American history. This law doesn't force teachers to teach only the good parts, but it does encourage them to talk about religion's impact without fear of breaking any rules. The law was originally ab

crime

The Trial of a Nation: Japan's Rare Political Assassination

October 28, 2025

In Japan, a country known for its low crime rates, a shocking event took place in 2022. A man named Tetsuya Yamagami is accused of killing former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. This trial is happening now, three years after the incident. Yamagami is said to have used a homemade gun to shoot Abe during