Religion
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United Methodist officially lifts ban on LGBTQ members joining its clergy
The delegates are also expected to vote on whether to replace its "Social Principles" document with one that changes the definition of marriage from being between a man and a woman to a union between “two people of faith." It would also remove a line in the document that considers the practice of homosexuality "incompatible with Christian teaching.”
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'Let my people go': Passover more solemn for Jews as more than 130 remain hostage in Gaza
Many Jews are leaving a seat at the table open to symbolize those who remain hostage in Gaza.
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'Forced to deny my faith': Jewish student alleges UVA retaliation for telling media he was assaulted
University of Virginia says talking to reporter "does not implicate" student conduct standards, honor code. Both Foundation Against Intolerance and Racism, Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression are involved.