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Girl Scouts denies teaching religion amid scrutiny of Muslim faith awards, mosque visits

August 26, 2026

Girl Scouts denies teaching religion amid scrutiny of Muslim faith awards, mosque visits

The Girls Scouts of the USA says independent faith groups run optional Islamic programs after reports alleged mosque-based troops taught prayer and hijab lessons.

Massachusetts high court blocks city from displaying Catholic saint statues honoring first responders

August 26, 2026

Massachusetts high court blocks city from displaying Catholic saint statues honoring first responders

The Becket Fund vowed to fight after Massachusetts' highest court blocked Quincy from installing St. Michael and St. Florian statues at city hall.

Ancient Christian amulet unearthed after 1,500 years may hold biblical secret

August 26, 2026

Ancient Christian amulet unearthed after 1,500 years may hold biblical secret

Likely containing a biblical passage, a 1,500-year-old Christian amulet with a paper-thin gold sheet was unearthed by archaeologists at Türkmen Karahöyük in Turkey.

Dolly Parton: ‘I pray a lot and God's been really good to me.’

August 25, 2026

Dolly Parton: ‘I pray a lot and God's been really good to me.’

A look back at country music icon Dolly Parton, who reflected on her faith, gratitude and love of music while sharing memorable moments from her remarkable life and legendary career.

El-Sayed's defense of Sharia law stance sparks online eruption from Christians, conservatives: 'He's done'

August 25, 2026

El-Sayed's defense of Sharia law stance sparks online eruption from Christians, conservatives: 'He's done'

Abdul El-Sayed's comparison of Sharia law to Catholic canon law during his Jesse Watters interview ignited fierce pushback from conservative commentators.

Muslim Brotherhood-linked networks embedded across Canadian institutions, new report alleges

August 25, 2026

Muslim Brotherhood-linked networks embedded across Canadian institutions, new report alleges

A new report alleges Muslim Brotherhood-aligned networks have embedded themselves in Canada's elections, universities and civil society institutions.

Trump inauguration pastor says Dearborn Christians 'afraid' to speak out in Muslim-majority city

August 24, 2026

Trump inauguration pastor says Dearborn Christians 'afraid' to speak out in Muslim-majority city

Lorenzo Sewell says Christians in Dearborn, Michigan, privately told him they are afraid to express their faith, accusing city officials of upholding Sharia law.

Ten Commandments belong in Texas schools and the Supreme Court can protect them

August 24, 2026

Ten Commandments belong in Texas schools and the Supreme Court can protect them

The U.S. Supreme Court faces a pivotal decision on whether Texas public schools can constitutionally display the Ten Commandments in classrooms.

Texas Gov Abbott asks the Justice Department to investigate 'discriminatory' Islamic washing stations

August 21, 2026

Texas Gov Abbott asks the Justice Department to investigate 'discriminatory' Islamic washing stations

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has referred DFW and George Bush Intercontinental airports to the Justice Department over Islamic wudu washing stations.

Portugal enacts 'burqa law' largely prohibiting face coverings in public

August 21, 2026

Portugal enacts 'burqa law' largely prohibiting face coverings in public

Portuguese President António José Seguro has enacted a measure that bans people from covering up their face while in public places, with some exceptions, AFP reported.