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'Evolution is Not Fact, More Evidence Bible is True,' Lands Lead Teacher in Public Mockery, Attention of Biologist Richard Dawkins
The head teacher of a primary school in Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, was mocked and challenged on Twitter after her claims that evolution was "a theory" and there was "more evidence that the Bible is true" caught the attention of peers, parents and industry researchers.
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Religious Liberty New Mindset Taught at Catholic College To Counter Future Threats
Because future religious freedom will be shaped by today's younger generation, Wyoming Catholic College faculty members are trying to form a "community of people who care about what's going on in the world," said Kevin Roberts, the college's president.
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Religious People Feel Happier but More Anxious Than Nonbelievers, Suggests British New Research
Religious people are happier, but more anxious, according to new figures released by United Kingdom-based Office for National Statistics in its annual "well-being" research program that measures the emotional contentment of British people. The survey asks citizens to rate their lives on a scale of 0 to 10.
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National Prayer Breakfast 2016: Obama Says Faith is Cure For Fear, 'Jesus Gives Courage to Reach Out Across That Divide'
U.S. President Barack Obama and House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) were among the speakers at the 64th annual National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C. Thursday (Feb. 4). Husband and wife producers, Mark Burnett and Roma Downey, gave the keynote address, citing the challenges of mixing Christian-themed movies and Hollywood.
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NAACP Image Awards 2016 Airs Feb. 5 On TV One, with 'Creed,' 'Empire' Hits, Host Anthony Anderson
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and TV One will broadcast the 47th NAACP Image Awards on Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, at 8 p.m. CST. The telecast includes a one-hour live pre-show at 7 p.m. CST from the star-studded red carpet, which previously included entertainers, such as Oprah Winfrey, Will Smith, Taraji P. Henson, Gabrielle Union, Kerry Washington, Tracee Ellis Ross, David Oyelowo, Spike Lee, Laverne Cox and Octavia Spencer.
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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.
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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.
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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.
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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.
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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
