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Meet The Public Universal Friend, American History’s First Genderless Preacher

After surviving a near-fatal fever at 23, the Public Universal Friend awoke claiming to be reborn a genderless prophet of God who preached women's rights and abolition.

By Genevieve Carlton Mar 3, 2020

Meet The Public Universal Friend, American History’s First Genderless Preacher

After surviving a near-fatal fever at 23, the Public Universal Friend awoke claiming to be reborn a genderless prophet of God who preached women's rights and abolition.

By Genevieve Carlton March 3, 2020

This Week In History News, Feb. 16 – 22

"Given recent national events, it is all the more important to learn from the mistakes of the past and to ensure that such an assault on freedom will never again happen to any community in the United States."

By All That's Interesting Feb 21, 2020

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This Week In History News, Feb. 16 – 22

By All That's Interesting February 21, 2020

Priest Bans Pro-Choice Lawmakers From His Church, Claiming Abortion Is Worse Than Child Molestation

Rhode Island Rev. Richard Bucci said that at least sexual abuse "doesn't kill anyone."

By Natasha Ishak Feb 14, 2020

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Priest Bans Pro-Choice Lawmakers From His Church, Claiming Abortion Is Worse Than Child Molestation

Rhode Island Rev. Richard Bucci said that at least sexual abuse "doesn't kill anyone."

By Natasha Ishak February 14, 2020

Archaeologists Stand Trial For Forging Earliest Portrayal Of Jesus Christ’s Crucifixion

Three Spanish archaeologists face serious prison time after a government-sponsored commission found that at least 476 artifacts they "discovered" were "manipulated or outright fakes."

By Marco Margaritoff Feb 10, 2020

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Archaeologists Stand Trial For Forging Earliest Portrayal Of Jesus Christ’s Crucifixion

Three Spanish archaeologists face serious prison time after a government-sponsored commission found that at least 476 artifacts they "discovered" were "manipulated or outright fakes."

By Marco Margaritoff February 10, 2020

Reverend Brian Stanley In Police Custody

Michigan Priest Jailed After Bubble-Wrapping Boy And Leaving Him In A Janitor’s Room

While the crime was initially believed to be a punishment for the boy's poor grades and marijuana use, the attorney general’s office believes the reverend's actions were "sexually motivated."

By Marco Margaritoff Jan 28, 2020

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Michigan Priest Jailed After Bubble-Wrapping Boy And Leaving Him In A Janitor’s Room

While the crime was initially believed to be a punishment for the boy's poor grades and marijuana use, the attorney general’s office believes the reverend's actions were "sexually motivated."

By Marco Margaritoff January 28, 2020

Did Pope Benedict XVI And Pope Francis Really Have Those Heart-To-Hearts From The Two Popes?

With great tension between these two Catholic leaders, the true story behind The Two Popes certainly didn't involve the pizza-eating, soccer-watching hangouts that the Netflix movie depicts.

By Natasha Ishak Jan 15, 2020

Did Pope Benedict XVI And Pope Francis Really Have Those Heart-To-Hearts From The Two Popes?

With great tension between these two Catholic leaders, the true story behind The Two Popes certainly didn't involve the pizza-eating, soccer-watching hangouts that the Netflix movie depicts.

By Natasha Ishak January 15, 2020

Meet The Skoptsy, The Russian Religious Zealots Who Castrated Themselves To Be Closer To God

Like many Christian sects, Tsarist Russia's Skoptsy believed sex was a sin. Unlike most sects, they also believed that the only way to get to heaven was to cut off their own genitals.

By All That's Interesting Jan 8, 2020

Meet The Skoptsy, The Russian Religious Zealots Who Castrated Themselves To Be Closer To God

Like many Christian sects, Tsarist Russia's Skoptsy believed sex was a sin. Unlike most sects, they also believed that the only way to get to heaven was to cut off their own genitals.

By All That's Interesting January 8, 2020

New Ohio Bill May Allow Students To Give Wrong Answers On Science Tests For Religious Reasons

Critics of the bill argue that it could let students off the hook for putting down scientifically inaccurate answers.

By Natasha Ishak Nov 19, 2019

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New Ohio Bill May Allow Students To Give Wrong Answers On Science Tests For Religious Reasons

Critics of the bill argue that it could let students off the hook for putting down scientifically inaccurate answers.

By Natasha Ishak November 19, 2019

Child Abuse Cases Linked To Witchcraft And Black Magic Have Skyrocketed In England

Based on recent data, approximately 38 child abuse cases linked to faith practices are reported every week.

By Natasha Ishak Nov 14, 2019

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Child Abuse Cases Linked To Witchcraft And Black Magic Have Skyrocketed In England

Based on recent data, approximately 38 child abuse cases linked to faith practices are reported every week.

By Natasha Ishak November 14, 2019

Archaeologists Uncover 800-Year-Old ‘Treasure Tunnels’ Of The Knights Templar Under Israeli City

"During the Crusades, the Knights Templar battle for God, gold, and glory. Somewhere in the modern city of Acre lies their command center, and possibly their treasure."

By Natasha Ishak Oct 28, 2019

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Archaeologists Uncover 800-Year-Old ‘Treasure Tunnels’ Of The Knights Templar Under Israeli City

"During the Crusades, the Knights Templar battle for God, gold, and glory. Somewhere in the modern city of Acre lies their command center, and possibly their treasure."

By Natasha Ishak October 28, 2019