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New York Bomber 'Found Religion' on Trips to Afghanistan 2 Years Ago
The man arrested Monday for setting explosives in New York and New Jersey that injured 29 people, Ahmad Rahami, was an 'Americanized' asylum seeker who moved to the United States with his family in 1995 when he was 7 years old. Called A "class clown," he was considered nice and friendly by schoolmates and worked at his family's chicken restaurant in Elizabeth, N.J. However, acquaintances said Rahami changed drastically after he returned from a trip to his home country of Afghanistan, two years a
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Ancient DNA From Skeleton at World’s Most Mysterious Shipwreck Found by Scientists
Archaeologists have been scouring the 2,100-year-old Antikythera shipwreck site in Greece for more than 100 years, and only a few human remains have shown up. Now, lucky scientists just discovered a skeleton at the site, which represents the first human skeleton recovered from a very old shipwreck since the advent of ancient DNA studies. "We can investigate this individual in a way that was never possible before," said Brendan Foley, an underwater archaeologist and research associate at Woods Ho
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'Killing In God’s Name Is Satanic,' Proclaims Pope Francis
In recalling the murder of Father Jacques Hamel in France during a homily held in honor of the fallen priest at the Vatican, Pope Francis avowed, "This cruelty that asks for apostasy, is satanic." The pontiff's comments reference acts of terrorism, in which people claimed to be killing in the name of God. Pope Francis Pope strongly condemned the identification of terrorism with Islam and now said killing in God's name is a satanic act.
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Evangelicals Argue Who to Vote for in 2016 Presidential Election During DC Debate
Non-partisan group National Religious Broadcasters hosted a spirited discussion, "Evangelicals Debate the 2016 Election: Trump, Clinton, or Other," with four evangelical leaders at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., Friday.
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2016 Faith & Freedom Award Goes to Former Atlanta Fire Chief From Religious Broadcasters
Former Atlanta Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran, whose employment was terminated last year by the ciyt's mayor due to Cochran's Christian faith and beliefs, was presented the 2016 Faith & Freedom Award on Friday by National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) leaders.
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Is 'The Last Supper' worth watching? Audience and critics weigh in
Faith-based films often receive mixed reactions, and The Last Supper is no exception. The movie attempts to bring a fresh perspective to one of the most iconic moments in Christian history, but does it succeed? Some reviews from critics and audiences provide insight into its strengths and shortcomings.
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‘The Chosen’ Season 5: The darkest season yet—What to know before watching
The wait is over—The Chosen is back with its fifth season, and this time, things are getting intense. The new episodes dive straight into the final days of Jesus’ life, covering some of the most emotional and dramatic moments in the Bible. If you’ve been following the series, you already know that The Chosen isn’t just about retelling familiar stories—it’s about bringing them to life in a way that feels real.
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Massacres in Syria: Over 1,000 dead, including Christians and Alawites
Syria’s coastal regions have been devastated by a series of massacres, with reports indicating that over 1,000 people—many from Christian and Alawite communities—have been killed in brutal attacks. Entire families have been wiped out, and survivors are fleeing in search of safety as sectarian violence escalates.
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Kim Sae-ron and Wheesung: The tragic irony of Korean society and the principles of happiness
Not long ago, the media was in an uproar over actress Kim Sae-ron’s passing. Just months before, the same people who had relentlessly criticized her for her DUI incident were now expressing sympathy, saying, "The world was too harsh on her." The irony is impossible to ignore.
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Indian pastor found dead under mysterious circumstances after raising safety concerns; Government launches probe
A well-known pastor in India has been found dead under suspicious circumstances, just weeks after expressing concerns for his safety. His death has sparked widespread outrage, prompting authorities to launch an official investigation.
