Religious revival gathering taking place at Utah campus where Charlie Kirk lost his life
Christian Evangelism Event in Utah to Address Community Tragedy A Christian evangelism event, which is anticipated to attract around 10,000 attendees, is scheduled for Sunday at the Utah university where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was tragically killed two months ago. The event, called “Hope for America,” is being hosted by Rev. Greg Laurie, the founder […]
Religious Participation in the US Drops Below 50% for the First Time, Survey Reveals
U.S. Religiosity Falls Below 50% for First Time A recent Gallup poll reveals that, for the first time in recorded history, less than half of Americans consider religion to be an essential part of their everyday lives. Specifically, 49% of U.S. adults view religion as “important,” a noticeable decline from 66% in 2015. This 17-point […]
Moody Bible Institute takes legal action against Chicago schools for religious discrimination
Chicago’s Moody Bible Institute has initiated a lawsuit against the city’s Board of Education, claiming that Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has discriminated against its students. This exclusion is said to stem from the institute’s religious hiring practices, specifically its policy of employing individuals who subscribe to its statement of faith and adhere to Christian principles […]
17 Nigerian Christians Fatally Attacked Shortly After Trump Addressed Religious Persecution
Recent Attacks on Christians in Nigeria Following U.S. Designation Just hours after President Donald Trump labeled Nigeria a country of particular concern due to ongoing violence from Islamic extremists, reports indicated that at least 17 Christians were killed in Nigeria. Local media highlighted “new attacks by armed groups across communities in Plateau and Kaduna states.” […]
New Yorker who died rescuing pets from a flooded basement was known as ‘Torah Man’ for his unusual religious attire in court.
A Brooklyn man lost his life while trying to save his pets from a flooded basement, and he was known for his eccentricity, often referred to as a “scribe” due to his unusual courtroom appearances. Aaron Akabelli, 39, created quite a stir in 2016 when he donned bizarre costumes made from religious texts during a […]
China’s repression of religious freedom calls for American sanctions
Long before America became what it is today, it served as a refuge for people of various faiths. The right to worship freely, to pray, to practice one’s religion without government interference—is perhaps the most basic freedom we possess. This essential liberty has significantly shaped our country’s role as a leader in the global community. […]
Mark Walker, the nominee for religious freedom ambassador, travels to Israel
Mark Walker Emphasizes US-Israel Ties on Recent Visit Mark Walker, the nominee for ambassador of international religious freedom, expressed feeling “overwhelmed” after meeting families of hostages and survivors of Hamas captivity during his recent trip to Israel. He emphasized the “spiritual and historic bond” between the United States and Israel. Walker, a former Republican congressman […]
Trump’s envoy for religious freedom travels to Israel: bold diplomacy
Trump’s Ambassador Pick Visits Israel Amid Ongoing Peace Efforts This week, the individual chosen by President Trump to be the U.S. ambassador for international religious freedom is visiting Israel. The timing feels significant as the administration pushes forward with its peace initiatives in Gaza. Mark Walker, a former Republican representative from North Carolina and a […]
Accused pro-Hamas attacker from Oct. 7 allowed religious accommodations during imprisonment
Prison Accommodations for Alleged Hamas Terrorist A man suspected of having links to Hamas, involved in the attacks on October 7, 2023, has received religious accommodations while in a Louisiana prison. Mahmoud Amin Yaqub al-Muftadi, 33, requested on Friday that a judge direct federal marshals to accommodate his religious practices as he faces charges related […]
Religious liberty can stop the rise of the next caliphate and a fresh wave of terrorism.
Nigeria has become one of the deadliest places in the world for Christians. If Islamic terrorism is not addressed, it poses a risk of escalating into a global issue. The International Human Rights Association and the Rule of Law recently reported an alarming rise in fatalities, stating that over 7,000 Christians have been killed in […]