Celebrity Chef Jose Andres Fires Back At Donald Trump About $10 Million Lawsuit
"The landlord allowed Mr. Trump to saddle us with the burden of his inflammatory statements, such that operating a high-end Spanish restaurant is no longer viable at this location,” ThinkFoodGroup said.
Rapper Travi$ Scott Incites Frenzy At Lollapalooza, Gets Charged With Disorderly Conduct
The 23-year-old rapper urged fans to jump the security barricades during his set.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Indicted By Grand Jury On Felony Charges
The newly elected attorney general is charged with misleading investors and failing to register with the state securities board.
Shuttle Drivers For Silicon Valley Tech Companies Approve Union Package
The vote on a union proposal negotiated by the Teamsters Union was unanimous.
Suicide Spike In California Women's Prison Prompts Inquiry
An increase in suicides at the California Institution for Women is out of line with national and state averages, prompting an oversight investigation.
U.S. Army Expects To Meet Recruitment Goals Despite Slow Year Because Of Improved Economy
The Army recruited 44,241 soldiers in July -- missing its goal of 47,944 by more than 3,000.
Muslim Civil Rights Group Sues Florida Gun Store That Declared Itself ‘Muslim-Free Zone’
A Florida gun-shop owner's religion-based discriminatory policy violates federal law, a Muslim-American group argues.
Seventh-Day Adventists, Muslims And Jehovah's Witnesses Are The Most Racially Diverse US Religious Groups
America's faith communities are growing increasingly diverse -- with Seventh-day Adventists, Muslims and Jehovah's Witnesses leading the way.
Mormon Church And Other Conservative Religious Groups Push Back On Boy Scouts Ruling To Admit Gay Employees
The Mormon Church hinted at leaving the Boy Scouts of America to start its own scouting organization.
Boy Scouts Of America Lifts Ban On Gay Youth Leaders And Employees; Mormon Church 'Deeply Troubled' By Historic Move
The move has been criticized even though churches, mosques and synagogues will be able to “continue to choose adult leaders whose beliefs are consistent with their own.”
Martin O’Malley To Meet With Black Leaders In South Carolina In Campaign Event
The South Carolina event will be the first to address race issues since the ex-Maryland governor told protesters that “all lives matter.”
Sarah Palin Compares Confederate Flag To Planned Parenthood For Black Abortions
The former GOP vice presidential candidate stirred controversy once again with a Facebook post.
Lafayette vs. Chattanooga: White 'Drifter' Gets Very Different Media Narrative Than Muslim 'Jihadist'
When the perpetrator of a violent crime is a person of color, the response is very different from when the suspect is white.
Why Are We Still Asking Muslims To Condemn Terrorism?
The shootings in Chattanooga by a young Muslim man have sparked a debate within the American Muslim community.
Chattanooga Attack: Media Demonstrate New Restraint In Linking Motive To Radical Islam
It's not yet clear what motivated Mohammod Youssuf Abdulazeez to kill four Marines on Thursday. While some in the media didn't waste time speculating, others showed restraint.
Snapchat’s Livestream Of Mecca During Ramadan Is A Viral Hit
The video-messaging service allowed users in Mecca to showcase the Muslim holy city during Ramadan.
Eid al-Fitr 2015 Date: Why Some Muslims Celebrate End Of Ramadan On Different Days
The end of the holy month of Ramadan is not necessarily marked on the same day by Muslims worldwide. Here's why.
Ramadan 2015: #BlackMuslimRamadan Hashtag Celebrates The History And Experiences Of Black Muslims
Black Muslims reclaimed their narrative with the #BlackMuslimRamadan hashtag on Twitter.
Conservative Activist David Lane Wants To Turn 1,000 Evangelical Pastors Into Politicians
Conservative activist David Lane wants to mobilize 1,000 evangelical preachers to run for office.
Same-Sex Beaches In Spain? Catholic Group Wants To Separate Sexes To Avoid 'Sins Of The Flesh'
Catholic group says women and men should have their own beaches to prevent "sins of the flesh."
Pope Francis Not Totally Amused By Hammer And Sickle Crucifix
Pope Francis’ reaction to Bolivian President Evo Morales’ gift seems mixed, but the Vatican says the Pope did not know the history of the merged symbols.
Pope’s South America Trip Aims To Champion Poor, Reclaim Those Drifting From The Faith
Pope Francis' "homecoming" trip to South America is an effort to minister and appeal to drifting Catholics.
Marijuana Worship: First Church Of Cannabis In Indiana Wants To Turn Pot Into Religious Freedom
The new church wants to legalize marijuana as a religious right.
Ramadan Twitter Campaign #AddAFemaleReciter Calls For More Women Voices Reading Quran
One Muslim scholar wants women’s voices to be included in sites and apps that feature Quranic recitation.
Female Pastors At Black Churches In South Carolina Are Getting Threatening Letters
The letters quote Bible verses and threaten the lives of women at the helm of their churches.
For Converts To Islam, Surviving The First Ramadan Is A Difficult, Thirsty Challenge
Fasting during Ramadan is an obligation for all Muslims — and new converts to Islam say it's a difficult but spiritually satisfying experience.
Greek Parliament Approves Referendum On Creditor Reforms Early Sunday Morning
"The creditors have not sought our approval but have asked for us to abandon our dignity. We must refuse."
Joni Mitchell Lost Her Ability To Speak After Suffering Aneurysm, Says Friend David Crosby
The famous singer’s longtime friend and former boyfriend said Joni Mitchell is unable to speak but is recovering.
Episcopal Church Elects First African-American Bishop To Lead The Organization
Bishop Michael Curry’s nine-year term officially begins Nov. 1 when he will succeed current Katharine Jefferts Schori, the first woman presiding bishop.
Confederate Flag Rallies: Thousands Gather To Support Flag In Several Southern States Over The Weekend
People who believe the Confederate flag represents Southern culture are demonstrating in support of it.
