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Leveraging artificial intelligence to identify the psychological factors associated with conspiracy theory beliefs online

Published August 30, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged analysis, conspiracy theories, research

Given the profound societal impact of conspiracy theories, probing the psychological factors associated with their spread is paramount. Most research lacks large-scale behavioral outcomes, leaving factors related to actual online support for conspiracy theories uncertain. We bridge this gap by…[Continue Reading...]

Freeze on Quiboloy assets extended to February 2025

Published August 30, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged Apollo Quiboloy, cult, cult leader, frozen assets, Kingdom of Jesus Christ, Philippines

MANILA, Philippines — The Court of Appeals (CA) has extended the freeze order on the bank accounts, real estate properties, and other assets registered in the name of fugitive televangelist Apollo Quiboloy and his Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KJC) sect.…[Continue Reading...]

Park City locals collaborate on film about woman from polygamous sect

Published August 30, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged documentary, FLDS, Polygamist cult

Two Park City artists are collaborating on a film recounting a woman’s experience in one of Utah’s polygamous sects. It’s a combination documentary and stop-motion animation film. Park City native Bridey Bush and Park City-based award-winning filmmaker Jill Orschel have…[Continue Reading...]

Kehlani’s Custody Battle and ‘Cult’ Allegations, Explained

Published August 30, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged cult claims, custody battle, Kehlani

It’s a confusing time to be a Kehlani fan who isn’t super online. Since early August, claims and statements have been made by or about the singer on a near-daily basis, oftentimes via temporary Instagram Stories or social-media accounts that…[Continue Reading...]

Cops find ‘secret door’ in ‘Owner of the Universe’ cult boss’ lair as his followers vow they are ‘ready to…

Published August 30, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged Apollo Quiboloy, cult, cult compound, cult leader, Kingdom of Jesus Christ, Philippines, police raid

Footage of supporters standing behind barb wired fences shows them chanting about being "ready to die" for Quiboloy through megaphones. Tear gas was even used against Quiboloy's followers who had become "unruly and violent", Davao police spokesperson Major Catherina dela…[Continue Reading...]

Leaving Behind a Polygamist Past: The Rebirth of Hildale and Colorado City

Published August 29, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged Arizona, Colorado City, cult, FLDS, Hildale, Polygamists, Utah, Warren Jeffs

HILDALE, UTAH (AZFamily) — Mayor Donia Jessop is what you might call a Western pioneer. She’s the first woman to hold Hildale’s top office. During her seven years on the job, Jessop has overseen a truly remarkable transformation in her…[Continue Reading...]

Former Mormon couple detail the ultra-secretive temple ritual practiced only by the religious elites

Published August 29, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged LDS, Mormon Church, Mormons, ritual, Second Annointing

A former Mormon couple have revealed a lesser known 'sacred' and secretive ritual that happens in the church for only a select few - known as the second anointing. Alyssa Grenfell, 31, grew up in an ultra-strict household but fled…[Continue Reading...]

John Stamos Says He Was Kicked Out of Church of Scientology for ‘F–king Around So Much’

Published August 29, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged John Stamos, Scientologists, Scientology

When John Stamos was 17 years old, he was allegedly recruited to join the Church of Scientology though his membership didn’t last long. “With me, I was in an acting class and there was a hot girl, [who] said to…[Continue Reading...]

Guatemala Probes Child Abuse Claims Against Jewish Sect

Published August 29, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged abuse, cult, government investigation, Guatemala, Lev Tahor, sect

Guatemalan authorities are investigating allegations of child abuse within a Jewish sect that also faces accusations of forced marriages and adolescent pregnancies, an official said Wednesday. Officials tried to check the condition of the minors on Friday with a court…[Continue Reading...]

Controversial church branded ‘dangerous cult’ opens new branch in Bristol

Published August 29, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged Bristol, cult claims, UK, Universal Church Kingdom of God

A controversial church that has been branded a “cult” by critics has opened a new branch in Bristol. Universal Church of the Kingdom of God (UCKG) has taken on the former Bristol City Mission church on Great George Street in…[Continue Reading...]