Day: August 19, 2026
26 articles
Philip PhiCouncilman’s Comments on Homeless Veterans Spark Controversy as Shelter Faces Closure
In a recent council meeting, Killeen Councilman David Bass sparked controversy with his remarks about homeless veterans, suggesting that those living on the streets had chosen that lifestyle....
Highland Park UMC Legal Dispute with Denomination Intensifies Over Governance Changes
The legal battle between Highland Park United Methodist Church (HPUMC) and the Horizon Texas Annual Conference, its regional governing body, has intensified. The conflict, rooted in church governance...
Sally Rooney’s Hebrew Translation of “Intermezzo” Sparks Debate on BDS Principles and Israeli Engagement
In a recent development that has sparked considerable debate, celebrated Irish author Sally Rooney has found herself at the center of a controversy surrounding the Hebrew translation of...
Southern Baptist Convention Faces Criticism for Inaction on Abuse Warnings Over Two Decades
In 2006, a letter was penned to then-Southern Baptist Convention President Frank Page, highlighting a critical issue: the failure to address clergy sexual abuse within the denomination. The...
St. Joseph HS Seeks Religious Exemption in Lawsuit Over Alleged Grade Fixing for Athletes
St. Joseph High School officials have requested the dismissal of a whistleblower lawsuit filed by former registrar Connie Plata, who alleges grade fixing for college-bound athletes. The school...
“Israeli Leaders Condemn Attacks on Christians Amid Calls for Stronger Enforcement”
In Israel, a country known for its rich tapestry of religious and cultural diversity, Christians form a small yet significant part of the population. With approximately 185,000 Christians,...
Kentucky Youth Pastor Charged with Alleged Sexual Abuse of Teen from Youth Group
A Kentucky youth pastor has been charged with multiple offenses following allegations of sexual abuse involving a teenage member of his youth group. Jason Coulter, 48, formerly serving...
“John Oguntuase’s Film ‘Lagos to Gomorrah’ Explores Themes of Alienation and Homelessness”
In his latest film, “Lagos to Gomorrah,” John Oguntuase, a renowned Nigerian filmmaker and CEO of 2nd Touch Production and Just PR, explores themes of alienation and homelessness....
Former Priest Charged with Stealing Over $740K from Churches and His Mother
Gregory Allen Madeya, a former Ukrainian Catholic Church priest, has been charged with the theft of over $740,000 from churches, the Knights of Columbus, and his own mother....
