Supreme Court Hears Arguments In Obamacare Birth Control Challenge
The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday in a case challenging an Obamacare provision on birth control coverage on religious freedom grounds.
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Israeli Woman Describes Journey From Criticizing Settlers To Becoming One
An Israeli woman talks about the surprising journey her life took after being raised in a secular, mainstream Jewish family.
Holy Holi: Colored Powder Will Be Thrown But Splashing Might Be Illegal
It's a spring religious festival in India. People spatter each other with colored powder and spray lots of water. This year's drought is changing the tradition — to the dismay of many.
Evangelicals Key To Republican Support For Israel
Republican support for Israel is rooted in the evangelical Christian wing of the party, which cites biblical imperatives as the basis for its advocacy on behalf of the Jewish state.
What Happens When You Empathize With The Enemy
This week on Hidden Brain, the stories of two men who showed empathy for the other side and found themselves labeled "enemy" by their own people.
Learning — And Unlearning — To Be An 'Ambassador' For Islam
Since she was a little girl, Beenish Ahmed has felt called on to represent all Muslims in an often Islamophobic country. But how?
Pope Francis Joins Instagram
The pontiff has signed up for the photo-based social media site under the username "Franciscus."
State Department Declares ISIS Attacks On Christians Constitute Genocide
The State Department says ISIS has committed "genocide" against Christians in Syria and Iraq, but the declaration may add up to more in U.S. domestic politics than in new action against the militants.
Feast Like It's 399: What Would St. Patrick Eat?
The patron saint of Ireland was born to high status in Britain, then stolen away by pirates as a teen. It's a life story with plenty of fodder to cook up an unexpected, historically inspired menu.
Franciscan Leaders Charged With Protecting Friar They Knew Had Molested Children
Three retired leaders of the Franciscan religious order have been charged with with conspiracy and child endangerment for allowing a friar who was a known sexual predator to work in schools.