News for Religion Goodness has failed usGiven that in every conflict each side argues that it is good, what is the point in believing that goodness is a goal worth pursuing? Suicidal Christianity turns British cathedrals into golf coursesGolf in a cathedral? Visit the Cathedral of Rochester and join the Christian death wish game. New study shows religious upbringing linked to happinessNew study shows religious upbringing raises life satisfaction, lowers risk of substance abuse and STDs. Muslim woman wins Swedish 'handshake case'Swedish court rules company discriminated against Muslim woman who refused to shake hands with male interviewer. Study: Younger Jews not less religious than their eldersStudy finds younger Jews are just as religious as older Jews - and Israel is the least religious country in the Middle East. Most US Jews believe in G-d, but don’t think G-d judges themPoll finds most US Jews believe in 'some higher power' rather than the Biblical G-d. Most Israelis read Haggadah, keep kosher for PassoverMajority of Israeli Jews read the ‘entire’ Haggadah at seder, survey finds. Study: Most people assume serial murderers are atheistsAcross the world, atheists are assumed to be more immoral than religious people - even if the person judging is an atheist himself. Jews with most education are least religious, study findsStudy finds only about a quarter of US Jews who have graduated from college believe in G-d and say religion is important to them. Beauty Queen returns to Torah observance'Smile, you are children of the King of Kings, the Holy One. Blessed is He Who made me a woman, Happy Woman's Day.' Is the media really hostile to religion?Ariel University study reveals surprising data and shows how the media really reflects society. Facebook founder: Religion is very importantMark Zuckerberg says he's not an atheist, believes religion is 'very important'. Haaretz attacks on Ovadia Yosef stir controversyShas chairman blasts left-wing newspaper over 'disgraceful' portrayal of late rabbinic leader. Pope, religious leaders meet for peace talksPope holds, 'World Day of Prayer,' speaks of peace with religious leaders of all faiths, and says that Islam is not terrorism. Can being religious make you healthier?Research finds link between attending religious services and a lower risk of death from all causes. Islam to Catch Up to Christianity by 2050Research shows Islam is fastest-growing religion on planet, as Christianity shrinks in West, Jews remain 0.2% of total population. Obama Suffers for ISIS-Crusades ComparisonAfter saying 'terrible deeds' committed in name of Christ, historians and politicians attack Obama for linking Christianity to ISIS. Chief Rabbi Lau: Past Govt. Harmed JudaismRabbi Lau hopes next govt. cooperates with Chief Rabbinate official religious authority, doesn't keep forcing controversial legislation. Canada's Quebec Province to Ban the Kippah?New bill against religious symbols in public workplaces is stirring up controversy for 'breaching freedom of religion.' IFA Forbids Kippah Wearing on Soccer FieldIsrael Football Association Referees' Union forbids religious players from wearing kippot during matches for 'reasons of unity.' US Senate Slams Iran's Persecution of BahaisSenate calls on Tehran to free jailed members of the Bahai faith; comes as lawmakers mull new sanctions.Angola Denies it Banned IslamAngolan officials deny reports that the African nation had banned Islam, begun demolishing mosques. Angola Becomes 'First Country to Ban Islam'Southern African nation reportedly bans Islam and orders the demolition of mosques in the country. European Jews Urge Reversal of Polish Shechita Ban"Kosher butchering is essential for sustenance of Jewish life" assert European Jewish leaders, urging reversal of Polish shechita ban. School Textbook Confusing Judaism, Islam WithdrawnA religious studies textbook is so littered with errors confusing Judaism and Islam that it has produced a leaflet of corrections. Ebay to Auction Einstein's 'G-d Letter' for $3 MilA handwritten letter in which Albert Einstein wrote on religion and G-d is going up for sale on eBay, with bids starting at $3 million 'Pioneer in Catholic-Jewish Dialogue' Passed AwayCardinal Carlo Maria was “a courageous man who played an important role in fostering better Catholic-Jewish relations.” Students Evicted for Refusing to Comply with IslamMore than 70 students in South Africa were kicked out of college dormitories for refusing to comply with Islamic traditions and rules. Sentence Against 'Blasphemous' Christian UpheldAn Egyptian court upheld a three-year sentence against a teenage Christian student who 'mocked Islam and the Prophet Mohamed.' Billboards Calling G-d a "Myth" in WilliamsburgAtheist group's billboards reaching out to religious Jews, Arabs: "You know it's a myth... and you have a choice." Hareidi Soldier Enlistments Up 1000 PercentSoaring enlistment of hareidi religious men bodes well for the IDF and for society in general, according to the army. Bill Wil Ensure Religious Freedom for IDF SoldiersA bill sponsored by MK Ya'akov Katz will ensure that religious IDF soldiers are not forced to act against their religious principles. Greene, Head of BGU Jewish Medical Ethics Ctr, 83Renowned BGU life scientist Professor Velvl Greene maintained a dialogue on religion with the late Lubavitcher Rebbe. He died Monday. Don’t Worry, Be Happy and Go to SynagogueWomen who attend synagogue regularly are more optimistic than others, according to a Yeshiva University research report. Secular MK Fears Religious StateKnesset Member Daniel Ben-Simon said at a Sabbath “cultural event” that “a quiet religious revolution” is taking place in Israel. Rabbi's Response to DawkinsRabbi Michael Avraham takes on the topic of G-d, atheism and evolution in his new book, “G-d Plays Dice.” Tel Aviv's Religious FaceContrary to popular belief, residents of Tel Aviv respect religion, and many are asking for more synagogues and mikvas, a city official says.Christians Want ReciprocityEfforts are continuing to protect the rights of Christian minorities in Muslim lands. Correct US 2010 Religion ReportThe US State Department in 2010 reduced the level of unjustified criticism of Israel that for years was the norm in its Religious Freedom re Egypt Rejects US Religion ProbeEgypt has slammed its inclusion by the US on a list of nations that violate citizen's religious rights. Report left out harassment of Egypt's Jews. Re'eh 5770There are tensions between reason and revelation, yet they too are part of the religious life. So let’s continue to thank God for great scientists. Religion is about open hearts, not closed minds. Steinhardt Pulls No PunchesMichael Steinhardt, one of world Jewry’s most philanthropic benefactors, delivered a scathing criticism of modern Jewish leadership. No to U.S. Religious ReportCritical reactions to the U.S. State Department’s 2009 International Religious Freedoms Report’s section on Israel continue to be expressed. |
