In a paper published in the open-access journal eLife, researchers say they have pinpointed the single mutation that allowed our ancient protozoa predecessors to evolve into complex, multi-cellular organisms. “Incredibly, in the world of evolutionary biology, all it took was one tiny tweak, one gene, and complex life as we know it was born.” As... Continue Reading

In a city setting they could maybe, if you worked for a [civil service-like] job they might threaten to fire you. … This is for having a child. If you went for a termination, all of this would go away. But, of course, then there were people who really wanted the child and then they... Continue Reading

Crane’s views have more traction with the federal government. The HHS regulation mandating free contraception defines a “religious employer” as a group that primarily employs and serves people of a given religion. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops argued, when the rule was released, that most religious organizations and people wouldn’t qualify for an exemption... Continue Reading

A looming winter storm shut down most of the nation’s capital Jan. 22, but the forecast did not stop thousands of pro-life advocates from taking to the streets in the 43rd annual March for Life. “It’s inspiring to see so many people here, even with Snowmageddon bearing down on us,” said Carly Fiorina, the lone... Continue Reading

One of the most country’s most widely known quirks is a satirist’s crafting of what’s still known as the Jante Law — the Ten Commandments of Buzzkill. “You shall not believe that you are someone,” goes one. “You shall not believe that you are as good as we are,” is another. Others included “You shall... Continue Reading

“If a brother is a true brother, your temptations will be short lived and fail to satisfy. Our Savior told us this in the parable of the prodigal son. Remember that man went and experienced the fullness of what you have to offer, and ended up living with the pigs. When you think about it,... Continue Reading

“On the criteria put forward by the new moral guardians of our society, there is no logical reason why incest and polygamy should not be permitted. “Perhaps we in the Church have to wake-up and properly explain to our society that we have a God of order and beauty who has set up clear parameters... Continue Reading

Cruz represents the “Jerry Falwell” wing (referencing the late head of the Moral Majority), Trump the “Jimmy Swaggart” wing (referencing the once-popular “health and wealth” televangelist), and Rubio the “Billy Graham” wing. Moore’s comment came in response to Rubio’s announcement of a religious liberty advisory board, which includes Saddleback Community Church pastor Rick Warren and... Continue Reading

In both Washington and New York City, concerns abound over bathroom safety and privacy in wake of the transgender policies enacted last month by unelected officials. In Washington, lawmakers are already drafting bills to counter the new rules, accusing the state of overstepping its authority when it circumvented the legislature on such a major policy... Continue Reading

“The rankings, based on each city’s Bible-reading habits and beliefs, come from a decade of interviews with more than 65,000 adults in the country’s 100 largest metropolitan areas. As Chattanooga, Tennessee, regained its top spot from Birmingham, Alabama, many demographic trends held firm.”   The Bible Belt is still firmly buckled. Southern cities top the... Continue Reading