National pride in the U.S. is at a record low. Researchers and experts explore if there is a place for patriotism in ...

(RNS) — The Holocaust famously teaches us that what makes mass atrocities possible isn’t only the agency of the powerful — it’s the silence of everyone else.

Religion What does the papal name Leo mean? The history behind the new pope’s name. Pope Leo XIV says he chose the name in honor of Leo XIII, connecting his predecessor’s focus on workers ...

The Meaning of Upside-Down Crosses In Christianity Dr. Sarma says that some Christians will display upside-down crosses as a nod to St. Peter, Jesus' apostle and the first Pope.

Two ayatollahs in Iran have called for U.S. President Donald Trump to be killed. The key question is not how seriously this ...

There are the big ones, of course: freedom of speech, religion, the press, and the right to assemble and petition the ...

While the Fourth of July brought parades, flags, and fireworks all across the Valley, it also sparked deeper reflection. In a ...

Of all the catchphrases South Park has provided us, few have landed harder — or lingered longer — than "They took our jobs!" It’s a full-on satire of American anxieties about immigration, the economy, ...

Religion In Texas, religion and politics are intertwined. What does it mean for the upcoming election? In the leadup to Election Day, public radio stations across the state are exploring how ...

This week, a friend arrived at our weekly supper club with a large Black Forest gateau. Slicing into it revealed unctuous layers of rum-soaked chocolate sponge, cream, jam, meringue, and chocolate ...

Singer-songwriter Ethel Cain’s brand reveals an interesting intersection between religion, Americana and the Southern Gothic aesthetic.