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Joe Wurzelbacher, known as “Joe the Plumber” after hitting the political scene when he questioned then-presidential candidate Barack Obama during the 2008 election cycle, died after a battle with pancreatic cancer at 49 years old. A post shared on a GiveSendGo page to benefit Wurzelbacher’s family read, “Joe passed away earlier this morning and entered…

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With back-to-school season in full swing, a recent USA Today health article made a startling suggestion for what to pack for teens and young adults: contraception. The list also suggested Fentanyl strips and Narcan, COVID-19 tests and getting a booster. It also recommended that parents ensure their children have access to mental health resources. The article…

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The battle between the church and Artificial Intelligence continues with the arrival of a new “Text with Jesus” app. The app is available for free, but for $2.99 per month, users can gain access to texting a number of Biblical figures, including Adam and Eve, Mary Magdalene, and, most notably, Satan himself. The app comes from the…

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Dr. King is often reduced to quotable tweets and his quintessential speech, “I Have a Dream.” However, at great peril, I suggest on the 60th anniversary of this speech, we don’t need his Dream. We need to wrestle with the looming Nightmare that King foresaw. Five years removed from the March on Washington, three years…

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The new Israel-based company Holy Gems has launched its luxury jewelry brand, and its CEO, Tali Shalem-Taub, credits the book of Isaiah as part of the company’s inspiration. The Taub family’s history in Israel began with Shalem-Taub’s grandfather, Chanan Taub, who escaped from Europe during the rise of the Nazi regime, setting up one of…

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An Illinois elementary art teacher has been fired after several of the teacher’s social media posts sparked concerns amongst parents for their children’s safety. The teacher, known as Kris Martin on Facebook, was first brought to the attention of social media users by Libs of TikTok, a conservative social media watchdog that reposts concerning social…

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Over two weeks after a series of wildfires that have devastated Lahaina, the former capital of the Hawaiian kingdom, its residents continue to grapple with despair and hope. To date, over 100 people have been confirmed dead, while over 800 remain missing. The damage to businesses and homes is estimated to be around $6 billion, with…

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Popular Christian pastor and social commentator Voddie Baucham appeared on “The Babylon Bee Podcast” earlier this month, where he revealed he would not watch the popular series “The Chosen” because he believes it violates the Second Commandment. “2CV, man. Second Commandment violation,” he told the hosts. The Second Commandment states in Exodus 20:4-5, “Thou shalt not…

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“Barbie,” a movie on track to become the highest-grossing movie in the United States this year, has triggered discussions on patriarchy and feminism. Most people who saw the movie say they either liked or loved it. According to a survey from Resume Builder, 62 percent of women loved “Barbie,” while 31 percent liked it, and…

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If you’ve ever wondered how Jonah felt while he was trapped inside the whale for three days, why Judas betrayed Jesus, or why Solomon had so many wives, a new app called Text with Jesus is your chance to ask yourself. Text with Jesus, a new app launched in July, is the latest creation from…
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