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Denver not considering demonic ramifications when decriminalizing psychedelics, former addict says
The city of Denver is set to decriminalize psychedelic mushrooms, a move a former drug addict says is opening the city up to demonic activity, just as it does in the life of a drug user.

Americans are unaware of surrogacy horrors, fertility 'predators,' advocates say
Americans are ignorant about the dangers of surrogacy and thus remain in favor of it, advocates say, stressing the need for education about the exploitation inherent in the practice.

Move of Holy Spirit coming to LGBT persons amid battle over Equality Act, therapy bans: pastor
A move of God is afoot among those who once identified as LGBT, one pastor says, as laws prohibiting counseling for unwanted same-sex attraction and gender confusion are being considered.

Chick-fil-A to become 3rd largest fast-food chain in US sales amid growing popularity
Chick-fil-A is set to become the third largest fast-food chain in the United States as their signature chicken sandwiches and waffle fries continue to soar in popularity.

Womb rental akin to prostitution, campaigners say; women, babies exploited in surrogacy
The renting of wombs, known as surrogacy, is akin to prostitution and the exploitation done to women often go unrecognized by the public, campaigners opposed to the practice say.

UK tax researcher fired from think tank for tweeting that 'men cannot change into women'
For saying that males who identify as trans are not women, an internationally renowned tax expert was fired and is contesting her termination in court after being accused of "offensive and exclusionary" language.

James MacDonald to get no severance, money from tithes, church says; Naples church hires new pastor
Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago said no tithes or severance will go to James MacDonald, its longtime pastor who was ousted in February, nor will any of its affiliated entities benefit him financially.

Youth suicides rose dramatically after release of '13 Reasons Why': NIH study
Suicides among American youth rose by one-third the month after Netflix's series "13 Reasons Why" was released, according to the National Institutes of Health.

Comedian John Crist: Pastors not responsible for consumerism in churches, members are
Christian comedian John Crist believes that pastors are not responsible for the consumerist mindset present in churches, evidenced by the over-the-top theatrics some megachurches display, a shift in his previous opinion on the subject.

Annual 90-hour 'Bible Reading Marathon' at US Capitol, prelude to National Day of Prayer
The annual "Bible Reading Marathon" is on the steps of the U.S. Capitol this week. Scripture will be read aloud, uninterrupted, for just under four days straight.


























