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Activist Catholic priest Michael Pfleger again accused of sexual abuse
(RNS) — The Rev. Michael Pfleger has 'strongly denied' the allegation, which comes after four previous accusations in the past five years of decades-old abuse were all found to be unsubstantiated.
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5mMAGA Pastor Greg Locke claims federal officials raided his home but gives few details
(RNS) — In a subdued message to churchgoers, Rev. Locke claimed federal agents broke into his home and searched it for hours after receiving reports of alleged financial misconduct.
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5mAfter mall stabbing, Utah faith leaders warn against anti-Muslim rhetoric
(RNS) — The stabbing reflects growing concerns about anti-Muslim hate, said Imam Shuaib Din, who leads the Utah Islamic Center.
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5mCaribbean leaders press for slavery reparations, end of islands' territorial status
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The group said the commission is creating a framework to launch negotiations because the time for making the case for reparatory justice is overdue.
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5mNational Baptists launch social justice center near US Capitol
WASHINGTON (RNS) — ‘Voting rights are being eroded,’ said President Boise Kimber of the National Baptist Convention U.S.A. Inc. ‘Black political leaders are being decimated by redistricting.’
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5mOrthodox Jewish groups oppose daylight saving bill, argue it would disrupt prayer
(RNS) — Orthodox Jewish organizations say the bill, if passed, would force morning prayer services to start after 9 a.m. in some parts of the country, making observant Jews late for work and school.