Two decades and three presidents later, this West African nation is a bastion of democracy in a region dubbed “the coup belt” for the trend since 2020 of military takeovers. President Romuald Wadagni was inaugurated on May 24 to replace Patrice Talon, who stepped down after serving two terms. (Muhumuza, AP News)
Read MoreThe phenomenon of religious AI chatbots – also known as “godbots” – is a recent development. In most cases, they are not officially sanctioned by religious leaders or policy. Rather, they are set up by enterprising individuals or organisations that see demand and opportunity. But with opportunity comes danger. (Fenton & Shannahan, The Conversation)
Read MoreMonsignor Stephen J. Rossetti, who serves as chief exorcist for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington, joined the growing chorus of Catholics and other Christians warning that UFOs and related phenomena are likely demonic. (Brown, Christian Post)
Read MoreA report explains this paradox and divides Americans into three groups, showing how people differ in their money mindsets. (Singletary, The Washington Post)
Read MoreWhile varieties of web modeling and virtual sex work have furnished episode arcs in past series as varied as “Broad City,” “Giri/Haji” and “The Good Fight,” this year TV’s cam aperture has expanded. (Soloski, The New York Times)
Read MoreThe cancellation, suspension, or lapse of these licenses under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) has forced many charities to either fully shut down or significantly scale down their operations. This has effectively snatched away the little developmental aid that millions of families… have relied on. (Mukka, Christianity Today)
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