Many believe that strong faith can protect people from mental health struggles. New research turns this idea on its head for Christian groups across the USA. A recent look into the issue found that how people view suicide within religious circles matters just as much as their spiritual struggles—but
Researchers who study human behavior often point to religion as a major influence on how people think and act. Yet when it comes to pornography, the connection hasn’t been explored enough. Most studies assume religion shapes attitudes toward adult content, but few dig deeper. A recent push in academ
A new rule from the federal government could force nearly half of all graduate art programs like painting, music, and theater to close. Schools would lose access to student loans if their graduates earn less than typical young workers with just a bachelor’s degree. These programs have four years to
A company linked to Andrew Yang just bought a mobile service that runs on crypto. Helium Mobile, which once gave away free plans, now belongs to Noble Mobile. Both companies want to sell cheap phone plans to challenge big carriers like Verizon and AT&T. Frank Mong, who helps run Helium Mobile, said
The Florida baseball team had high hopes when they entered the regional tournament, but their season ended abruptly with two straight losses to Troy. The Gators dropped games by wide margins—16-11 and 10-2—showing their defense and pitching couldn’t hold up under pressure. Even though the team hit 1
Living in a city often means trading green spaces for concrete. Many people feel stressed but don’t link it to their surroundings. Scientists now say nature can help reset our brains, even in small doses. Research shows our brains react differently when surrounded by trees or plants compared to buil
The United States was built on many ideas, but the notion that it started with a strict split between religion and government is not clear from its founding documents. The First Amendment says Congress cannot set up a national religion or stop people from practicing theirs, and it also protects free
Relief from stress, a sense of purpose, and simple joy are all parts of what makes life feel good. In two Muslim‑majority countries, researchers wanted to know how these feelings link with religious practice. They studied 812 adults from Turkey and Jordan, asking them about how often they pray or at
The Gaza Strip saw three separate deaths on Tuesday after Israeli attacks, according to local health officials. One person died and four were hurt when an airstrike struck a vehicle east of Deir Al‑Balah. The blast turned the car into wreckage. Another strike earlier in the day killed one indi
Researchers recently discovered that artificial intelligence often skips religious viewpoints when handling personal or moral dilemmas. This gap can leave users without the faith-based guidance they might seek. The findings come from a study highlighting how common AI tools handle questions about lo
