While the United States has become more religiously diverse in recent decades, white Christians remain the largest religious segment of the country, making up about 42% of the population, according to data from the Public Religion Research Institute. And for Donald Trump, their support has once again proved key to his victory. (Smietana, Religion News Service)
Read MoreArchbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby’s recent remarks affirming sexual activity in same-sex relationships have disappointed conservative Anglicans and British evangelicals who want to see the Church of England retain a traditional sexual ethic. (Shellnutt, Christianity Today)
Read MoreA Los Angeles gynecologist has surrendered his medical license after a state agency accused him of “unprofessional conduct,” including asking a patient about her religious beliefs after she disclosed having had an abortion. (Reyes, Los Angeles Times)
Read MoreThe Australian government announced on Thursday what it described as world-leading legislation that would institute an age limit of 16 years for children to start using social media, and hold platforms responsible for ensuring compliance. (AP/NPR)
Read MoreIn California, voters have passed Proposition 3, guaranteeing the right for same-sex, as well as interracial, couples to marry, according to a call by The Associated Press. Colorado voters have also passed Amendment J, repealing a ban on same-sex unions, according to the AP. (Chiriguayo, NPR)
Read MoreA measure to legalize the use of recreational marijuana in Florida failed on Tuesday, a stinging defeat for cannabis industry players who poured more than $100 million into the campaign to make the drug legal amid vocal opposition from Gov. Ron DeSantis. (Ovalle, The Washington Post)
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