January, 2008
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Christmas Comes Late to Russia - January 07, 2008 12:23 PM
Like a handful of other Orthodox countries, Russia celebrates Christmas on Jan. 7. But for the former Soviet country, the festival stills bears signs of a Communist past.
December, 2007
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‘The Golden Compass’ Is a 24-Karat Controversy - December 11, 2007 01:53 PM
The Catholic League is urging Christians to boycott the film “The Golden Compass,” claiming the movie promotes atheism among children.
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Pundits Chew Over Romney’s Faith Speech - December 11, 2007 12:44 PM
Commentators evaluate the success of Mitt Romney’s Dec. 6 “Faith in America” speech, intended to boost the presidential candidate’s languishing campaign; journalists and the electorate of both political persuasions appear largely underwhelmed.
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Romney Discusses Mormon Faith - December 06, 2007 02:30 PM
In a speech entitled "Faith in America," Mitt Romney focuses on the common ground Mormonism has with other religions and refrains from describing the tenets of his faith in detail.
November, 2007
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The Dalai Lama Blocks China from Choosing his Successor - November 29, 2007 04:06 AM
On Nov. 27, in a move taken to prevent Beijing picking his replacement, the Dalai Lama declares that a ballot will decide who succeeds him, breaking with 600 years of religious tradition.
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Can Islamic Extremism Grow on American Soil? - November 16, 2007 11:45 AM
The head of Britain’s domestic intelligence agency talks of thousands of young men radicalized on U.K. territory; analysts ask what makes America safe from the proliferation of U.S.-born terrorists.
July, 2007
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New Cruise Movie Opposed by German Minister - July 06, 2007 09:34 AM
The filming of a Tom Cruise movie about an attempt on Hitler’s life is jeopardized by the star’s links to Scientology, an American religion that Germany classifies as a dangerous cult.
June, 2007
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Vatican Tells Catholics to End Aid to Amnesty - June 26, 2007 06:28 PM
In response to a statement by Amnesty International supporting the right to abortion for women who've suffered rape or incest, the Vatican has called on Catholics worldwide to stop donating money to the organization.