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Media January 28

New book claims Shakespeare was actually a Black, Jewish woman poet named Emilia Bassano

New book claims Shakespeare was actually Emilia Bassano, a dark-skinned Jewish woman poet. Author argues the famous playwright's identity has been wrong.

Iran January 27

Ted Cruz urges US to arm Iranian protesters as militias threaten ‘total war’ against America

Ted Cruz responds to reports describing rapidly deteriorating situation as Iran-backed militias threaten 'total war' against America. He called for the U.S. to arm Iranian protesters.

Media January 27

Duke Divinity School offers course asking, can 'theology be queered?'

Duke Divinity School offers a course exploring "queer theology" and its relationship to Christian tradition and asks questions like whether theology "can be queered."

Iran January 27

Iranian security forces gun down amateur boxer near Tehran: source

Iranian security forces allegedly killed amateur boxer Sepehr Ebrahimi during ongoing protests near Tehran. The death adds to Iran's rising protest toll of at least 6,126 people killed.

World Religions Christianity January 24

Another Christian community at risk in Africa as extremists and war take their toll

Sudan's civil war has reportedly killed 150,000 people and displaced 13 million as Christians face daily terror. Government forces allegedly killed 11 Christians on Christmas Day.

VIDEO January 24

Trump offers Pope Leo XIV a seat on the Board of Peace

The Vatican has announced that Pope Leo XIV is weighing an invitation from President Donald Trump to join his Board of Peace that would oversee a de-escalation of conflict in Gaza.

Iran January 21

Iran accused of sex assaults on teenage prisoners, while families charged to recover remains of loved ones

Iran's prosecutor general Mohammad Movahedi claims government crushed nationwide protests as death toll reaches 544 with over 10,681 arrested.

Opinion January 21

BISHOP BARRON: Minnesota’s crises demand real change, not more division

Bishop calls for unity against Minnesota fraud scandal involving hundreds of millions allegedly stolen from taxpayers, while urging calm amid ICE enforcement tensions.

Iran January 20

Armed militias fire heavy machine guns through Tehran streets in deadly night attacks

Iran protests entered day 24 with 4,519 confirmed deaths. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei backs security forces amid nationwide demonstrations.

Religion January 20

Leftist pastor calls Minnesota church invasion divine judgment on 'MAGA evangelicals' amid DOJ probe

Federal officials investigate alleged civil rights violations after ICE protesters disrupted Minnesota church service, sparking Christian debate.

Culture Trends January 20

Anti-ICE agitator who stormed Minnesota church service also harassed congregants at Pete Hegseth’s church

An anti-ICE agitator who stormed a Minnesota church on Sunday has also been accused of harassing churchgoers in Washington, D.C., for several months.