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What to know about the Ten Commandments going up in public school classrooms

Court rulings are bolstering mandates to display the Ten Commandments in public schools in the U.S. as supporters push to expand the role of religion in classrooms

The Independent UK

How the Trump administration co-opts pop culture and religion for political gain

On April 15, United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth led a prayer session at the Pentagon. But instead of quoting from any recognised canon of sacred scripture, Hegseth’s prayer sounded unmistakably like Samuel L. Jackson’s “Jules”, a hitman character from Quentin Tarantino’s iconic 1994 film Pulp Fiction.

The Conversation

Lawsuit Against Kylie Jenner Claims Salvadoran Housekeeper Faced Harassment and Deportation Threats

A new lawsuit reportedly filed against Kylie Jenner is drawing attention after allegations surfaced that a former housekeeper faced discrimination tied to her religion and national origin while working for the reality star and entrepreneur.

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Beth Moore on life after the SBC — and why she never could quit Jesus

Five years ago, legendary Bible teacher Beth Moore made national headlines when she left the Southern Baptist Convention, the denomination that had been her whole life

The Independent UK

Crusader Kings 3's next major expansions will bring playable Popes and merchant republics

Chapter 5's expansions will introduce a suite of new religion and trade mechanics.

PC Gamer

Shankaracharya Jayanti 2026: Date, Time, History & Significance

Adi Shankaracharya’s birth anniversary will be celebrated throughout India on 21st April 2026. Hindu Panchang points out that Adi Guru Shankaracharya was born on Shukla Paksha’s Panchami Tithi in Vishakha month. In fact, this year we are about to celebrate the 1238th birthday anniversary of the great sage and philosopher…

Times Life

Hindutva activists, a ‘crowd at midnight’, and 9 FIRs: The making of TCS Nashik case

A crowd began gathering outside Deolali Camp Police Station in Nashik on the evening of March 25 and by midnight, an eyewitness told Newslaundry, there were at least 200 people outside. “Most of them were youngsters, and more kept arriving,” he said. “Many had a tilak on their foreheads.”

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‘Why is the pope twisting religion’: Sean Hannity left the Church 7 years ago, but now he’s big mad the Pope isn’t listening to him

Sean Hannity thinks he knows more about God than the literal Pope.

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War isn’t a ‘moral’ issue – at least not for the Trump administration

The US president’s grudge match with the pope underlines how religion really functions in American politics

The Guardian - US

Why many of Hungary’s religious groups will be celebrating Viktor Orbán’s election loss

Hungary’s long-serving leader, Viktor Orbán, was dismissed on April 12 by an electorate fed up with his authoritarian rule. Péter Magyar led his Tisza party to a landslide victory, securing a two-thirds majority in parliament. This is enough for Tisza to elect members of Hungary’s highest court and even amend…

The Conversation

Young Men in the U.S. Now Much More Likely Than Women to Say Religion Is 'Very Important' To Them, Poll Shows

A new survey found that, for the first time in 25 years, young men in the United States are more likely than young women to say religion is "very important" in their lives.

Latin Times

Young Men in the U.S. Now Much More Likely Than Women to Say Religion Is 'Very Important' To Them, Poll Shows

A new survey found that, for the first time in 25 years, young men in the United States are more likely than young women to say religion is "very important" in their lives.

International Business Times

Pete Hegseth's Pulp Fiction Prayer Isn't the First Time He's Used Religion To Justify Illegal War in Iran

From the war to its mass deportation campaign, the Trump administration is expanding the power of the state under the guise of religion.

Reason

More US young men than young women say religion is important to them

Men aged 18-29 who see religion as central rises to 42%, Gallup survey finds, compared with 30% of young women

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Donald Trump's Bizarre Explanation for AI 'Jesus' Meme Backfires as Expert Warns of a 'Roaring Bonfire'

Donald Trump's attempt to recast an AI-generated 'Jesus' meme as a harmless doctor image has deepened scrutiny of his judgement and exposed the volatile mix of politics, religion and synthetic media.

The Guardian - US

Pope says ‘world is being ravaged by a handful of tyrants’ amid feud with Trump’s White House

Pontiff denounces leaders who invoke religion to justify war, after US bishops offer him support after Vance remarks

The Independent UK

More young men are attending church regularly in surprising uptick, poll finds

Several decades ago, young women were much more attached to religion than young men

The Independent UK

What a new Gallup poll shows about young men's religious revival

A new Gallup poll shows more young men in the U.S. now say religion is “very important” in their lives compared to young women

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Religious resurgence stirs Gen Z

A closer look at Gen Z and religion.

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The Part of Hanuman’s Story That Was Never Explained

Most people know Hanuman as the powerful devotee of Lord Rama, the one who crossed oceans, lifted mountains, and played a key role in the story of the Ramayana. His bravery and loyalty are widely celebrated, and his image is often associated with strength and protection. However, there is another…

The Conversation

Can we consider ‘play’ to be a religion? Bluey certainly thinks so

Most of us are used to thinking of “religion” in terms of a belief in God or gods. Perhaps the big hitters of world belief systems come to mind – Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism or, in Australia, the Dreamtime.

The Conversation

Why Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon prayer services challenge traditional notions of separation of church and state – but might be blessed by the Roberts Supreme Court

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is engaging in “a proselytizing Christian campaign” in his job, according to The Washington Post.

Times Life

Which Language Did Lord Ram And Krishna Actually Speak?

Why Sanskrit Is Linked To Ram And KrishnaSanskrit was considered the language of sacred texts, rituals and learned people in ancient India. Most of the stories associated with Lord Ram and Lord Krishna were written down by sages in Sanskrit, which is why many people assume that Sanskrit was also…

International Business Times UK

AI Clip of Jesus Smacking Donald Trump into Lake of Fire Goes Viral: 'Your Reckoning Has Come'

An AI-generated video showing Jesus confronting Donald Trump has gone viral, igniting global debate over religion, politics, and the growing impact of AI-generated content.

The Independent UK

Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns

A push by Republican leaders to promote Turning Point USA chapters in public high schools is stirring a free speech debate

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