• 'American Gods' TV Series Set to Tackle Religion Plus America's Gun Crimes

  Adapted from the Neil Gaiman book, the new "American Gods" TV story focuses on convict Shadow Moon (Ricky Whittle), who is released early from prison, after his wife and best friend die in a car accident. In his post-prison life, he meets a mysterious man named Mr. Wednesday (Ian McShane) and discovers that gods live on Earth in human form. Blending Americana, fantasy and mythology, American Gods will air on Starz in 2017. Its first trailer was just released.

  

• 'Oh My God' Music Video from Rapper Namewee Mocking or Promoting Religion?

  Some interpretations of a new music video from rapper Namewee entitled "Oh My God" is that it insults various religions, however the artist said it was meant to promote religious harmony.

  

• Pakistan 'Honor Killing:' Brother of Model Qandeel Baloch 'Proud of Murdering Her'

  The brother of Pakistani model and social media star, Qandeel Baloch, said he's proud to have killed his 26-year-old sister, because "girls are born to stay home" and he was embarrassed by her social media posts. Baloch's brother, Waseem Azeem, 25, filmed a confession video, in which he expressed no remorse. Waseem said killing his sister brought honor to his family and earned him a place "in heaven."

  

• Russell Moore Shares How Pastors Can Talk About Politics with Church Congregations

  Russell Moore, president of Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission, said it's straight-forward for how local church pastors can address political or social issues with their flocks.

  

• Angler Catches Woman Instead of Fish in Alaska, Credits God for Rescue

  As Pastor Andy Foor settled into what he thought was going to be a peaceful Saturday morning of fishing on the Kenai River in Alaska, he suddenly heard screaming. A woman had slipped into nearby water. Foor uttered a prayer and cast his line. God oversaw what happened next.