Religious philosophy

Christian minority in Pakistan marks solemn anniversary

About a year ago, the only Christian in the Pakistani government was assassinated — a symbol of the discrimination he fought hard to change. As Christians mark the one-year anniversary of that event, they’re trying to move forward.

A film of intelligent design & evolution

Arts, Culture & Media

Evolution and Islam

Lifestyle & Belief

A Day of Twelves, But What Does It All Mean?

Pakistani Christians Still Wary of Blasphemy Laws

Conflict & Justice

Intelligent Design: “It’s Not Science”

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson tells LOE why he looks at intelligent design as a “philosophy of ignorance” that puts limits on discovery.

The World

Pakistan Debates Blasphemy Laws

Conflict & Justice

In Pakistan a new controversy ? and a national strike of religious parties ? is emerging over proposed changes in draconian blasphemy laws. One of the laws says if you insult the Koran, you can be executed. The proposed changes are in part the results of pressure from the West, which is coming up against […]

The World

The Sanford Scandal and the Art of Forgiveness

Global Politics

Jenny Sanford, wife of South Carolina governor, said that her husband’s actions were ?inexcusable,’ but that she is willing to forgive him. To discuss whether this relationship can be salvaged, The Takeaway talks to couples’ therapist Mira Kirshenbaum.

The World

Rwandan musician turns tragedy into quest for forgiveness

Conflict & Justice

While most would be feeling anger and hatred after experiencing the murder of family members, Jean Paul Samputu found the strength to forgive. He now travels the world preaching forgiveness. He joins The Takeaway before attending a conference in Rwanda.

The World

Creationism in Britain

Conflict & Justice

The World’s Laura Lynch reports on a debate that’s erupted in Britain over the teaching of creationism in schools.