Katherine Weber

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  Dec 7, 2012

  Bill Nye Lauds Robertson's Young Earth Remark, Says He 'Could Change World'

  Television personality and scientist Bill Nye recently spoke out in support of evangelical Christian leader Pat Robertson, who in a late November episode of "The 700 Club" challenged the Young Earth creationist theory that claims the earth is about 6,000 years old.

• Dec 7, 2012

  Pastor of Oldest African-American Church in LA Accused of Lavish Lifestyle at Members' Expense

  In spite of being accused of sexual harassment and financial improprieties, the former pastor of First African Methodist Episcopal Church in Los Angeles, the Rev. John J. Hunter, continues to assert his innocence, arguing that the allegations made against him are an attack on his ministry.

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  Dec 6, 2012

  Cadet Leaves West Point Because Academy Is Too Religious

  Five months before graduating from West Point military academy, Cadet Blake Page has announced his decision to quit due to what he believes is an overt advocacy of religion and prayer within the institution.

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  Dec 6, 2012

  Harvard University Recognizes 'Kinky' Sex Club as Official Student Group

  For the first time in its 376-year history, Harvard University has officially recognized the Harvard College Munch, a student group that advocates safe practices for alternative, kinky sex.

• Dec 5, 2012

  Persecuted Uzbek Pastor's Release a 'Miracle,' Says Open Doors USA

  Pastor Makset Djabbarbergenov has been released from his months-long detention in a Kazakhstan prison and has received asylum in an undisclosed European country, according to Christian persecution watchdog Open Doors USA.

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  Dec 5, 2012

  Subway Death Photo Sparks Debate About Photographer's Moral Obligation

  A recent controversy regarding a photo of a man about to be hit by a New York City subway car has critics questioning the moral obligation of the photographer who took the picture, suggesting that perhaps he should have stepped in to help the victim instead of snapping a photo.

• Dec 4, 2012

  Wis. Court to Hear Faith Healing Couple's Appeal Over Daughter's Death

  The Wisconsin Supreme Court will hear on Dec. 4 the appeal of Leilani and Dale Neumann, a Weston couple who were convicted of reckless homicide in 2009 after they chose to pray over their sick 11-year-old daughter instead of seeking medical attention, resulting in the daughter's death.

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  Dec 4, 2012

  UK Scout Association Mulls Atheist Membership to 'Stay Relevant'

  The Scout Association of Great Britain announced Tuesday that it is planning to allow atheist members to join the organization by offering a newly drafted oath that will omit the word "God."

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  Dec 3, 2012

  Rob Bell Tells How 'Love Wins' Led to Mars Hill Departure

  Former megachurch pastor Rob Bell, founder of Mars Hill Bible Church in Grandville, Mich., recently shared how his 2011 book, "Love Wins", led to a fallout with the congregation and forced him on a "search for a more forgiving faith."

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  Dec 3, 2012

  Chinese Activist Says 'Sinful' Violence Used to Maintain One-Child Policy

  Blind human rights activist Chen Guangcheng has recently released a video condemning the Chinese Communist Party's poor human rights record, especially focusing on the country's controversial One-Child Policy.