Higher Ground News
White supremacists protest Michigan performance of Anne Frank play with Nazi flags
A group of White supremacist demonstrators protested a performance of the play "The Diary of Anne Frank" in Howell, Michigan, by waving Nazi flags across the street from the venue.
Census Bureau: Fewer couples lived with children last year as birth rates fell
Declining birth rates drove down the number of couples living with children under 18 last year, the Census Bureau reported Wednesday.
University of Rochester denounces ‘Wanted’ posters targeting Jews
A series of "Wanted" posters appeared over the weekend at the University of Rochester in New York aimed at Jewish faculty members.
Democrats for Life wins 97% of endorsed elections in rebuke to party’s abortion stance
Democrats for Life of America said Tuesday that 97% of its endorsed candidates won their races in last week's election, which raises the question: Is there such a thing as a pro-life Democrat?
Federal judge blocks state law ordering Ten Commandments to be displayed in classrooms
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked a state law that would require classrooms in Louisiana to post the Ten Commandments starting in January.
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby steps down amid sexual abuse scandal in Church of England
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby announced his resignation Tuesday, taking "personal and institutional responsibility" after an inquiry found he failed to promptly report abuse allegations against a Church of England volunteer.
Church of England head Justin Welby resigns over handling of sex abuse scandal
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, head of the Church of England and spiritual leader of the global Anglican Communion, resigned Tuesday after an investigation found that he failed to tell police about serial physical and sexual abuse by a volunteer at Christian summer camps as soon as he became aware of it.
How Christians celebrate Christmas around the world
These 10 Christmas traditions around the world show just how passionate and creative people can be when it comes to celebrating Christmas.
Democrat digs in as transgender sports comments spur backlash: ‘This is the problem with Democrats’
Rep. Seth Moulton's comments last week about trans issues, women's athletics, and Democrats appearing out of touch with voters prompted furious denunciations, snubs and open letters. Which, the Massachusetts Democrat said Monday, proves his point.
Idaho challenges abortion ‘airlift’ claims
When opponents of Idaho's strict abortion law said it was forcing women to be emergency-airlifted out of state to have their pregnancies terminated, it shocked the Supreme Court. Now Idaho says the claim is not true.
Archbishop of Canterbury under fire after sexual abuse cover-up scandal in Church of England
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby is facing mounting pressure to step down after a report revealed years of institutional cover-ups by the Church of England, allowing a known abuser to operate unchecked for years.
Federal appeals court rules Education Department wrongly denied Christian school’s nonprofit status
A federal appeals court has ruled the Department of Education improperly rejected Grand Canyon University's switch from for-profit to nonprofit status, granting a key point in the Christian school's appeal of a record fine.
Veterans with PTSD making progress thanks to service dog program: ‘I got my life back’
After working at a crowded and dangerous internment camp in Iraq, Air Force Staff Sgt. Heather O'Brien returned to the U.S. with anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder.
American Jewish, Muslim voters take opposing directions amid Gaza War and domestic economic concerns
In a historic shake-up, both Muslim and Jewish voters introduced fresh dynamics to the 2024 presidential election. While Jewish Americans largely continued their Democratic support, a noticeable minority within select locales--such as zip codes in New York City -- shifted toward President-elect Donald Trump.
DePaul University ‘outraged’ after two Jewish students attacked by masked assailants
Two Jewish students at DePaul University were beaten by a pair of masked assailants in what Chicago police are investigating as a hate crime.
Universities help students cope with Trump win with canceled classes, milk and cookies
Professors at elite universities canceled classes and delayed assignments after former President Donald Trump won a second term in Tuesday's election, giving students "space to process" and time for "grieving."
Dallas Jenkins brings classic Christmas book to life: ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’
Barbara Robinson's classic book, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever," lands on screen. And it's pretty great.
‘4B’ movement: Liberal women launch sex strike after Trump win
A number of feminists are going on a sex strike in retaliation for Donald Trump's presidential victory.
Democrats change tune on transgender athletes in women’s sports after Trump landslide
Democratic Reps. Tom Suozzi of New York and Seth Moulton of Massachusetts each noted the success Donald Trump and the Republican Party had with ads on biological males competing in women's sports and said their own party was partly to blame.
Future of school choice unclear after state ballot defeats
Voters in Colorado, Kentucky and Nebraska on Tuesday rejected school choice ballot measures that would have let parents spend state education dollars on private and public charter schools.
