The idea that the modern world has shed religion is a myth. Even as Europe claimed a secular age in the seventeenth century, faith still shaped science, politics and everyday values. Think of Francis Bacon: his famous experiments were written in biblical language, and he pictured nature as a woman t
Horror stories often draw from deep wells of history and belief. This is the focus of an upcoming exhibit at the American Writers Museum in Chicago. The exhibit, titled "American Prophets: Writers, Religion and Culture, " opens on November 21. It explores how these elements shape the work of horror
In recent times, more Americans are noticing religion's growing impact on society. A notable shift has occurred, with 31% now believing religion is gaining influence, up from a mere 18% just a year ago. This is a significant change, even though most people still think religion is losing ground. Att
In recent years, a growing number of Americans feel that religion is making a comeback in their country. This change seems to be connected to political events, especially the rise of President Donald Trump and his party's policies. Both Trump and the Republicans have openly backed religious values,
Recent data reveals a notable shift in American attitudes towards religion. After a period of decline, more people now believe that religion is making a comeback in the country. This change in perspective is seen across various demographic groups, including both Democrats and Republicans, as well as
The COVID-19 pandemic made it clear that vaccines are key to stopping the virus. However, getting people to take the vaccine was not easy. Some groups were more hesitant than others. A large study looked into why some people chose to get vaccinated while others did not. The study surveyed over 5
Intensive care units (ICUs) are high-stakes environments where every decision can have life or death consequences. Imagine a team of doctors, nurses, and specialists working together to save lives. Now imagine that it's decision time. Should they continue treatment, or is it time to let go? This is
