Religion
Romney Alienates Latino Mormons
Latino Mormons are the fastest growing group within the Mormon church. Between their religion and their generally conservative culture, Mitt Romney ought to have a lock on their vote. But many in the Latino Mormon community are torn between voting for a fellow Mormon – and their dislike of his immigration policies.
Latino Mormons: The LDS Church’s Fastest Growing Group
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has over a million members in Mexico. And as Mexican Mormons move to the US, they bring their faith north with them.
Turkish Pianist Fazil Say on Trial for Allegedly Insulting Islam on Twitter
Turkish pianist Fazil Say appeared in an Istanbul court Thursday to defend himself against charges he insulted Islam on Twitter. Researcher Zeynep Tufekci tells host Marco Werman Say’s tweets did not seem that offensive by Turkey’s standards.
Russian Orthodox Church Stakes Out Territory on Social Issues
Church officials says the growth of piety is natural following the collapse of Communism 20 years ago, but Russians, clergy and people alike, are still figuring out what role the church should play.
The Meaning of Sharia Law
As Egypt’s constitution is being re-drafted, one word is causing friction: “sharia.” Sharia is often translated as “Islamic law” but it is much more than that. So much more that there is disagreement over what it means.
Egypt’s Coptic Christians Remain Fearful
While Egypt’s new president, Mohammed Mursi, is being credited with reforms, a certain segment of the population is not at all happy: Coptic Christians. They accuse the government of not doing enough to protect their minority community.
Complaints Prompt Curbs on Saudi Religious Police
The head of Saudi Arabia’s notorious religious police has told the media he will curb his force’s powers in a bid to clamp down on excesses.
German Court: Church Can Force Congregants to Pay if They Want to Pray
The outcry in Germany continues over religious taxes. The tax is levied on anyone officially affiliated with a Christian church or the Jewish faith.
#MuslimRage Hashtag on Twitter Backfires for Newsweek
Newsweek magazine caused a stir recently with its “Muslim Rage” hashtag on Twitter. It was supposed to provoke a discussion of why Muslims are so angry in the wake of the release of a film trailer critical of the prophet Muhammad. Instead, the hashtag became a way for many to critique Newsweek.
Protests Over Video Mocking Islam Spread Further
Protests sparked by a video said to mock Islam are continuing to spread around the Mulsim world. Western embassies have been targeted and in some cases attacked in several countries, from Tunisia and Sudan to Bangladesh and Indonesia.
Polish Archives Used in Mormon Baptism of Holocaust Victims
Several decades ago, Poland approached the Mormons in Utah for help with its archives. The Mormons modernized the Polish records, but some used those records to posthumously baptize Jewish Holocaust victims.
New Interest in Mormons Serving Missions Around the World
As the Republican Party prepares to nominate its first Mormon candidate for president next week, there’s growing interest in Mormon practice, especially young Mormons serving missions around the world.
Celebrating Haleem at Hyderabad’s Pista House
In India, one of the most celebrated and popular religious dishes is a meat delicacy called haleem.
Muslim American Rapper Zaki Syed Becomes Voice for Tolerance Following Wisconsin Sikh Massacre
Zaki Syad is the Muslim American rapper behind a spoken word rap tribute to the victims of the August 5th Sikh temple shooting near Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Greece Turns Back on Religious Minorities
Greeks are fond of reminding visitors that their country is the birthplace of democracy, but some of its religious minorities say that the country is not very friendly or tolerant.
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