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Bernie Sanders, First Non-Christian Primary Winner, Betrays Atheists by Admitting 'Strong Religious Feelings'
Some Americans who are nonreligious and some who are atheists were disappointed when U.S. presidential hopeful Sen. Bernie Sanders from Vermont declared he had "very strong religious and spiritual feelings" at a recent Democratic town hall. "It's a guiding principle in my life, absolutely, it is," Sanders said when a New Hampshire voter asked him about his faith. Ironically, Sanders made history Tuesday as the first ethnic Jewish and non-Christian candidate to win a presidential primary.
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Designer Babies: Is Genetic Editing of Human Embryos Equal to Playing God?
British scientists this month received permission to alter the DNA of human embryos within the overall mission of correcting devastating diseases in the womb. The work of one authorized stem cell scientist, using embryos donated by couples with a surplus after IVF treatment, will look at the fertilized eggs' development from a single cell to about 250 cells. The research could help scientists understand why some women lose their babies before term, and provide better clinical treatments for infe
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Pope Francis Gathers 'VIP Refugees, Immigrants' To Pray Across Mexico-United States Border
Ahead of Pope Francis' trip to Mexico Friday, he prayed during his weekly Angelus Address from St. Peter's Square that the international community would aid Syrian refugees seeking asylum in the West.
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Match Survey: Dating Singles in Utah Mix Religion With Sushi, Definition of 'Ex' Changes
A nationwide survey by the world's largest relationship company of 5,500 adults regarding dating habits of America's single people indicate some interesting combinations. Survey organizers claim respondents represented various ages, ethnicities, incomes and walks of life.
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Religious Apathy Appears To Be Shaping New Hampshire Presidential Primary, Including Trump, Sanders
Although Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is expected to win the New Hampshire GOP primary Tuesday, Americans view him as the least religious candidate. Some voters feel this connection is no coincidence, given that New Hampshire is often considered America's least religious state. Additionally, the democratic candidate leading the polls so far in the state is Bernie Sanders, a candidate who publicly admits he does not participate in organized religion.
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Chinese Pastor Reflects on Charlie Kirk’s Death: Church Must Confront “Today’s Issues”
The news of Charlie Kirk’s death not only shocked leaders in the English-speaking evangelical world but also affected Chinese pastors in North America. In a memorial article, one pastor described Charlie Kirk as someone who “awakened the church, Christians, and even society as a whole.”
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Hong Kong Legislative Council Rejects Same-Sex Partner Registration Bill, Citing Traditional Marriage Values
The Hong Kong Legislative Council overwhelmingly voted down the controversial Same-Sex Partner Relationship Registration Bill on September 10th.
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[Exclusive] Escaping Extreme Poverty: The True Story of a Ugandan Girl’s Transformed Life
Emily, from Uganda, is a beneficiary of the international charity Watoto’s Keep a Girl in School initiative. This July, visiting Hong Kong churches and schools, she shares her journey of overcoming hardship, regaining access to education, and pursuing her dreams.