Overview of the Week This week marked the 20th full week of President Trump’s second term, with critical developments unfolding both domestically and internationally. The period was characterized by public unrest at home alongside sharp moves on the foreign policy front. Domestic Unrest and Security Actions Large-scale protests centered on immigration issues ignited in Los … Read more
Hayley Williams Criticizes the CCM Industry Amid Michael Tait Allegations Recently, as sexual assault allegations emerged against Contemporary Christian Music star Michael Tait, Hayley Williams has launched a scathing critique of the entire genre. Williams asserts that the industry has long enabled the behavior that Tait is now accused of, ultimately exposing a culture that … Read more
Regret and Reflection After Voting for Trump I am a Chinese American woman and the daughter of immigrants. In the 2016 presidential election, I cast my vote for Donald Trump—a decision that, in hindsight, fills me with deep regret and a sense of personal betrayal. I remember leaving the polling place overwhelmed by emotion, and … Read more
Live Updates: Israeli Strikes Target Iranian Military and Nuclear Facilities Early Friday morning, Israel launched a series of targeted strikes against multiple Iranian military and nuclear sites. Israeli leaders claimed the operation was a necessary preemptive measure to counter what they described as an escalating Iranian threat to the nation’s survival. In a televised address, … Read more
Michael Patsalis Charged with Impersonating a Police Officer On 27 July 2020, Michael Patsalis was taken into custody and faces six charges related to fraudulently obtaining funds and posing as a police officer. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the details of his actions. Clean Monday: Essential Traditions to Know Celebrated by Orthodox Christians as … Read more
How Chicago Nuns Use Athletics to Share Their Message of Service Dressed in distinctive black and white, these nuns stand apart even amid the sea of Chicago White Sox fans. Their love of sports is as genuine as their commitment to serving others. One sister has celebrated by dancing atop the dugout, another earned recognition … Read more
Christianity’s Expansion and Global Growth Trends Recent research from a leading research center reveals that while the absolute number of Christians increased between 2010 and 2020, the overall global population grew at an even faster pace. This observation highlights an important context for understanding religious demographics in a rapidly changing world. Trends Within Christianity During … Read more
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Tennessee Ban Targeting Drag Shows for Minors A three-judge panel from the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently confirmed a Tennessee law that restricts children from attending drag shows. The law, part of Tennessee’s Adult Entertainment Act passed in 2023, makes it illegal to perform adult cabaret entertainment in venues … Read more
Christianity’s Shifting Global Footprint In the past decade, the number of Christians worldwide increased by 122 million. This growth reflects a substantial rise in the total adherents, yet, paradoxically, the faith’s share of the global population experienced a decline. A Closer Look at the Trends While millions more identified with Christianity during this period, the … Read more
Christianity’s Growth and Global Demographics Recent findings reveal that Christianity added 122 million followers during the last decade, marking a notable increase in its number of adherents. However, despite this growth, the faith’s percentage share of the world’s overall population has declined. This dynamic highlights a situation where, although more individuals are joining Christianity, broader … Read more