Calls for Trump to help secure release of 24 detained christians in Azerbaijan

Religious freedom advocates are calling on former U.S. President Donald Trump to intervene in the case of 24 Christians imprisoned in Azerbaijan, urging him to use his influence to help secure their release. The arrests have raised concerns among faith leaders and human rights organizations, who warn of ongoing challenges faced by religious minorities in the country.

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.

Trump administration cancels $400 million in federal funding to Columbia University over antisemitism concerns

The Trump administration has announced the cancellation of approximately $400 million in federal grants and contracts with Columbia University, citing the institution’s alleged failure to address antisemitism on campus.

Pakistani Christian wins legal battle to restore religious identity

A Pakistani Christian man has won a significant legal battle to reclaim his religious identity after being falsely registered as a Muslim, bringing attention to the challenges faced by religious minorities in the country.

Barnard College expels third student amid campus protests over Gaza conflict

Barnard College has expelled a third student in connection with campus protests over the Israel-Gaza conflict, further intensifying tensions between student activists and university administrators.
Is euthanasia an act of medical complicity? Column by Myung-Jin Lee, "A doctor is a healer, not a killer"

A growing debate surrounding physician-assisted suicide (PAS) has raised fundamental ethical questions about the role of doctors in society. Should medical professionals, whose primary duty is to heal and preserve life, be permitted to assist in ending it? While some argue for the right to die with dignity, others warn of the dangerous implications of normalizing euthanasia. The essence of medical ethics is at stake, and the global medical community continues to grapple with this contentious iss
‘Duck Dynasty’ family faces health challenges: Phil Robertson’s alzheimer’s battle and Miss Kay’s injury

The Duck Dynasty family is leaning on faith as they navigate serious health struggles affecting both Phil and Miss Kay Robertson. While Phil, the Robertson patriarch, is facing Alzheimer’s disease, his wife, Miss Kay, recently suffered a severe leg injury from a fall.
Thaddeus Matthews, controversial Memphis broadcaster, dies at 67

Thaddeus Matthews, the outspoken and controversial Memphis broadcaster known as the "Cussing Pastor," has died at the age of 67. His wife confirmed his passing in a statement on Sunday, February 25, though the cause of death has not been disclosed.
Pepperdine University sues Netflix over alleged trademark misuse in ‘Running Point’

Pepperdine University has filed a lawsuit against Netflix and Warner Bros. Entertainment, alleging that the upcoming comedy series Running Point unlawfully uses the school’s branding, team name, and colors. The university claims the show’s depiction of a fictional basketball team called the "Waves" is too similar to its own, creating confusion and potential reputational harm.
In South Korea, 7-Year-Old Elementary School Girl Fatally Stabbed... The Culprit is a 'Teacher'

On February 10, a tragic incident unfolded at an elementary school in Daegu, South Korea, where a 7-year-old girl was brutally stabbed multiple times by her teacher. The attack, which took place inside the school premises, has sent shockwaves across the nation.