It is human nature to seek out information that confirms what we already believe. In a world of personalized news feeds and algorithm-driven content, it has never been easier to ...

(RNS) — How the pursuit of religious liberty, from Muhammad to American dissenting clergy, underlies the United States’ promise of freedom.

Introspection and empathy are vital psychological tools. Rooted in early development, our feelings, cognition, and language ...

San Diego County military veterans are split over President Donald Trump’s decision to go to war with Iran, expressing mixed views about whether the fight was necessary and concerns that it could lead ...

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday that the Pentagon will be asking Congress for more money to cover the Iran war, ...

The race for Illinois’ first open Senate seat in 16 years narrowed to three leading contenders: U.S. Reps. Raja ...

On America’s 250th birthday, how discussions of the Declaration of Independence and other documents are bridging religious and political divisions.

A group of voters challenging the new GOP-favored House map in Missouri filed a notice of appeal regarding a recent ruling ...

Crowded Democratic fields will determine the power of pro-Israel lobbying dollars and how eager voters are for a new crop of leaders.

As a kid, if I ever dared to bring gossip to our family dinner table, my mom was quick to challenge my sources: “How do you know that? Did a ...

Black victims are usually forgotten footnotes of history.

Americans say they would prefer to live in a community where houses are larger and farther away from amenities – compared to 44% who say the opposite.