Worried about kids reading about rape, murder and incest? Better ban the Bible, then
Given America’s commitment to monogamy, for instance, Abraham and Jacob’s mistresses, who produce their children, would be a wholly inappropriate reading, right?
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Given America’s commitment to monogamy, for instance, Abraham and Jacob’s mistresses, who produce their children, would be a wholly inappropriate reading, right?
The theme for this year is “On Their Shoulders.” Twenty-nine contributors are sharing something about people or ideas that helped them grow and evolve.
Around the world, religion is being used to fuel "us vs. them" narratives and undermine the foundations of democracy. This week, we dive into what this means and how people of faith can chart a different path forward.
How George Floyd's death reignited a worldwide movement The trial of ex-police officer Derek Chauvin starts Monday over death of George Floyd, which sparked an international outcry. With so many fatal police shootings, why did this slaying lead to global protests? The death of George Floyd saw many Western nations forced to reckon with their colonial past For eight minutes and 46 seconds, police officer Derek Chauvin kneeled on the neck of George Floyd, a 46-year old Black man, on a street in Minneapolis on May 25 last year. Another officer, Alexander Kueng, had his knees on Floyd's upper l...
How George Floyd's death reignited a worldwide movement Catherine Lankes © Provided by dw.com The death of George Floyd saw many Western nations forced to reckon with their colonial past For eight minutes and 46 seconds, police officer Derek Chauvin kneeled on the neck of George Floyd, a 46-year old Black man, on a street in Minneapolis on May 25 last year. Another officer, Alexander Kueng, had his knees on Floyd's upper legs whille their colleague J. Thomas Lane gripped Floyd's handcuffed arms. "Please, please, please, I can't breathe," Floyd gasped, pleading about 20 time...