Katherine Weber

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• May 4, 2012

  Chris Harrison Divorces From Wife of 18 Years

  Chris Harrison, host of ABC's "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette," is divorcing from his wife of 18 years, Gwen, People magazine confirmed Friday.

• May 4, 2012

  Younger, Poorer People Likely to Believe the World Is Coming to an End?

  A new survey has found that one in seven of global citizens believe they will see the world come to an end in their lifetime, with the results of the survey revealing that younger and more economically-challenged respondents had a greater fear of the world's end.

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  May 3, 2012

  Youcef Nadarhani's Attorney Sentenced to Prison; Iranian Pastor's Fate Unknown

  The sole attorney representing Iranian Christian pastor Youcef Nadarkhani has reportedly been sentenced to nine years in prison for alleged acts violating national security. His imprisonment would place Nadarkhani's case in further jeopardy, according to observers.

• May 3, 2012

  Tenn. Governor Vetoes Vanderbilt Bill; All-Comers Policy to Remain in Place

  Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam announced Wednesday that he will veto a House bill that seeks to override Vanderbilt University's new all-comers policy that some students say discriminates against faith groups.

• May 3, 2012

  Kentucky Derby Traditions Keep Race Interesting and Relevant

  The Kentucky Derby, America's most well-known horse race, has garnered a cult following thanks to its many traditions that conjure up notions of Southern comfort and the age-old sport of horse racing.

• May 2, 2012

  Proposed Irish Legislation Allows Legal Status to Pagan, Nonreligious Marriages

  Legislation predicted to pass in Ireland's Parliament will give pagan and nonreligious wedding ceremonies full legal status, Irish media reported Tuesday.

• May 2, 2012

  Tenn. Lawmakers Approve Legislation Rescinding Vanderbilt University's All-Comers Policy

  Tennessee lawmakers have approved legislation that could force Vanderbilt University to change its new all-comers policy, which created an uproar among the private university's Christian population due to its perceived encroachment on their religious freedom.

• May 1, 2012

  Billy Graham's New 'Heaven Answer Book' Offers Insights Into the Afterlife

  Renowned evangelist Billy Graham has released a new book called The Heaven Answer Book, which promises to answer "questions that readers frequently have about death, the afterlife, and an eternity in heaven."

• May 1, 2012

  Ron Brown Stands by Convictions in Light of Media Storm Over Homosexuality Remarks

  University of Nebraska's assistant football coach Ron Brown, a committed evangelical Christian, has been under public scrutiny and faced calls for his dismissal after he expressed his beliefs on homosexuality during an Omaha City Council meeting in March.

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  Apr 30, 2012

  'Freedom Tower' at One World Trade Center the Tallest Building in NYC

  The "Freedom Tower" at the World Trade Center complex in New York City officially topped the Empire State Building's height Monday, making it the tallest building in city on its way to being the tallest building in the U.S.