Archive for July, 2007Christian activists disrupt Hindu prayer in US SenateThursday, July 26th, 2007Christian activists briefly disrupted a Hindu invocation in the U.S Senate on Thursday, marring a historic first for the chamber and showing that fundamentalism is present and shouting in the U.S too. (more…) Ancient Roman Baths UnearthedThursday, July 26th, 2007July 20, 2007 — A large 2nd-century bath complex believed to be part of a wealthy Roman’s luxurious residence has been partially dug up, archaeologists said Thursday. (more…) Pawtucket park to host Pagan Pride festivalThursday, July 26th, 2007PAWTUCKET — On the face of it, there was nothing irregular about Rhode Island Pagan Pride’s plans for a Sept. 22 autumnal equinox festival in Slater Memorial Park. There would be opportunities for pagans of all persuasions, including Wiccans, shamans and druids, to practice their religion. (more…) Religions still figuring out what to do with Harry PotterSunday, July 22nd, 2007by Terry Rombeck It seems like discussions in faith circles about the evils or virtues of Harry Potter have simmered down since the first books and movies originally came out. Or at least there seem to be fewer news stories about the religious debate. (more…) Apology to Pagans over Long Man stuntSunday, July 22nd, 2007THE SUSSEX Archaeological Society has apologised to protesters after they allowed a controversial stunt by ITV to give the Long Man of Wilmington a sex change. ITV and the archaeological society caused fury among Pagans and other protesters when they allowed fashion gurus Trinny and Susannah to add breasts and pigtails to the figure many believe is sacred. (more…) Witches need protection, says SapraSunday, July 22nd, 2007By Louise Flanagan Witches are not criminals, but have religious and spiritual rights too. That’s the argument the South African Pagan Rights Alliance (Sapra) wants to use to protect the belief of witchcraft against a newly proposed bill. (more…) 
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