In a recurring scenario, activists partake in controversial expression that either critiques or disparages a religion. This often leads to global condemnation, outrage, and sometimes even violence or threats. Subsequently, parliamentarians, heads of state, and religious leaders advocate for legal changes to ensure punishment for such expression and to prevent it from happening again in …
In a private meeting with members of his Jesuit religious order in Lisbon on Aug. 5, Pope Francis criticized certain conservatives in the U.S. Catholic Church for their “backwardness.” He expressed concern that these individuals have prioritized ideology over faith, going against the notion that Catholic doctrine can evolve over time. This division within the …
Liam Neeson’s confessional experiences took a scarring turn when he was a teenager. The acclaimed Northern Irish actor details this incident, which he has kept to himself for decades, in a recently released clip for Conan O’Brien’s podcast. Neeson’s honesty during his confession about his discovery of masturbation led to a shocking reaction from a …
In the age of artificial intelligence and chatbots, even the realm of spirituality is not immune to technological advancements. Introducing “Text With Jesus,” an app that brings biblical figures to life on your smartphone. Designed for devout Christians seeking a more personal connection to their faith, this app allows users to interact with figures like …
Kuwait has recently announced plans to print and distribute thousands of copies of the Quran in Swedish, as a means to educate the Swedish population on Islamic values and the importance of coexistence. This action comes in response to the desecration of a Quran during an authorized anti-Islam protest in Stockholm last month. The Prime …
On Friday, the Supreme Court made a significant decision in favor of the designer’s First Amendment right of conscience. By a vote of 6-3, it ruled that designers cannot be compelled to create wedding websites celebrating same-sex unions. However, it is disheartening to note that three of the justices dissented in this case. It is …
A church in Fuerth, Bavaria recently held an experimental service almost entirely generated by artificial intelligence. The AI-powered ChatGPT chatbot, personified by an avatar of a bearded Black man on a huge screen above the altar, asked the believers to rise from their pews. With an expressionless face and monotonous voice, the chatbot then began …