Ten Commandments Come to Florida
July 5, 2005
Despite the split ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court handed down in late June concerning the public display of the Ten Commandments, it is comforting to know that churches can continue to promote the foundational laws of the Christian faith. Full Story...Financial Principles Worth Knowing
July 5, 2005
Each month, I try to set aside one day for planning the upcoming issue of the Sound Mind Investing newsletter. Part of that time is spent catching up on my reading. As I scan the dozens of newspaper, magazine, and newsletter articles, a single question dominates my thinking: Is this something my readers should be aware of? Full Story...
Author Joins Scientologist Cruise in Criticizing Psychiatric Profession
July 5, 2005
A retired adult and child neurology specialist claims film star Tom Cruise is not getting a fair shake from the press and members of Congress regarding his controversial comments on psychiatry. The medical expert says the actor is right on with his criticisms of the field. Full Story...
Power Politics at Postmodern U
July 5, 2005
Christian parents who are committed to nurturing biblical values in the lives of their children may want to strongly consider the results of recent studies when it comes time to send them to college. Three such studies, conducted by two sets of researchers, analyzed the politics and ideologies of college faculty. Across the board, results indicate ... Full Story...
Jewish Leader Condemns ADL's Anti-Religious Liberal Agenda
July 5, 2005
A conservative Jewish activist says he is appalled by the recent demand of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) that the U.S. Naval Academy stop holding prayers before lunch for the midshipmen. Full Story...
Inn Owners Sued for Being Hesitant Hosts of 'Civil Union' Reception
July 5, 2005
A Catholic couple who runs an inn have been charged with violating Vermont's Fair Housing and Public Accommodations Act in relation to a same-sex "civil union" ceremony. Full Story...
Anglican Group Charged With Turning Blind Eye to Human Rights Abuses
July 5, 2005
A council representing more than 70 million Anglicans worldwide is being accused of ignoring North Korean human rights abuses. The International Anglican Consultative Council recently passed a resolution that called for Korean reunification and rebuked the U.S. for "contemplating the use of military force" against North Korea. Full Story...
Analyst Warns Against Letting China Buy U.S. Oil Company
July 1, 2005
One of the leading U.S. authorities on Communist China says there is no way the American government should allow the Beijing government to purchase a U.S. oil company. The Chinese government recently submitted an unsolicited $18.5 billion offer to purchase Unocal. China's bid was substantially higher than that of rival bidder Chevron. Full Story...
UCC Urged to Resist Forces Pushing for Divestment from Israel
July 1, 2005
The United Church of Christ is being discouraged from joining the growing number of mainline Protestant churches that are divesting from companies that do business with Israel. Full Story...
FOTF Official Finds Allegations Against Air Force Clergy 'Ridiculous'
July 1, 2005
A spokesman for a Colorado-based pro-family organization says he is encouraged by the recent report dealing with alleged religious discrimination at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Full Story...
Illinois Man Claims Company Fired Him for Opposing Homosexuality
July 1, 2005
A former employee of Allstate has sued the insurance company, claiming he was fired because he wrote an article that was critical of homosexual "marriage." Full Story...
Courage, Fear, Love and Doubt Fill Post-War Novel
July 1, 2005
Poignant pictures of fear, courage and love are colored and brought to life by Jack Cavanaugh's bold characters in Above All Earthly Powers (Bethany House, 2004). It is the third title in his "Songs in the Night" series, a dramatic, action-packed adventure worth the time of any reader who likes to mix a little history with a gripping vicarious expe... Full Story...