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Opponents of Sharia-compliant home loans wary of supporting jihadists

In an effort to increase homeownership among its Muslim population, Seattle has become the site of a debate about religious freedom and terrorism.City officials are considering a proposal to offer loans in compliance with Sharia (also spelled Shariah or Shari\'ah), a strict Islamic law that forbids ...

Mandisa to join New Song's 'Beating Hearts Tour'; 'We are overcomers'

Critically acclaimed NewSong is set to team up with award-winning vocalist Mandisa and singer/songwriter Danny Gokey in its recently announced \"Beating Hearts Tour\" across eight states this October. According to Turning Point Media Relations, the tour will showcase selections from NewSong\'s ...

Leading women's colleges now admit transgender students

On June 4 Barnard College became the latest of the prominent women\'s colleges to announce a policy allowing the admission of transgender students. All five of the remaining women-only colleges out of the original \"Seven Sisters\" association now provide for transgender students in their ...

Teen mom makes funeral arrangements for pre-born daughter

\"I was scared to be a teen mom,\" Micah Parker said. \"I never knew I would have to deal with losing my daughter.\"Micah\'s daughter Ambra Storm Parker was diagnosed with anencephaly 18 weeks into the pregnancy. Despite recommendations from doctors, Micah decided to carry Ambra to term.

Walmart outlaws Rebel high school class rings

High School class rings might be the latest casualties in the war against rebel flags and symbols. After high school graduation, Aaron Browder attempted to order a class ring featuring his high school mascot, the Rebel, from his local Alabama Walmart. However, because the Rebel is closely ...

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