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Religion Archive

Archives for November 2014

Almanac
A third of the world’s flags have religious symbols on themA third of the world’s flags have religious symbols on them
Almanac

Can you name them?

By Brandon Ambrosino
Comedian Cristela Alonzo has a very serious message for you. It involves Muppets
Technology

We talked to the red-hot comedian and actress and got her to answer some of our hardest-hitting, most off-topic questions.

By Emily St. James
Religion
The cult of kiddie dangerThe cult of kiddie danger
Religion

It’s time to stop terrifying ourselves about our kids.

By New America Foundation Weekly Wonk
Israel
Spending a few days in East Jerusalem left me terrified. Here’s why.Spending a few days in East Jerusalem left me terrified. Here’s why.
Israel

East Jerusalem might seem calm, but a clear look at the situation on the ground shows that the city is a powder keg. Here’s why.

By Zack Beauchamp
Israel
4 rabbis killed in attack on Jerusalem synagogue: what you need to know4 rabbis killed in attack on Jerusalem synagogue: what you need to know
Israel

Four people, including three Americans, were killed in a Jerusalem synagogue Tuesday morning.

By Zack Beauchamp
Don’t fool yourself about “the other side” — everyone is selfish when it comes to politics
Media

How our age, gender, race, and other demographic factors predict which policies we support.

By Jason Weeden and Robert Kurzban
Almanac
Remember, remember the fifth of November: A guide to Guy Fawkes NightRemember, remember the fifth of November: A guide to Guy Fawkes Night
Play
Almanac

The gruesome history and quirky customs, explained

By Joseph Stromberg
Religion
The problem with Alabama’s new anti-Sharia lawThe problem with Alabama’s new anti-Sharia law
Religion

At best, the new law will be a confusing hassle with little practical effect. At worst, it will turn anti-Muslim bigotry into an expensive nightmare for families and businesses across Alabama.

By Amanda Taub

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