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Why do people believe in conspiracy theories? Here’s what the science says

Published January 21, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged conspiracy theories, scientific research, true believers

In a landmark study, researchers have mapped the psychological landscape that shapes our susceptibility to conspiracy theories. Analyzing data from 170 studies, they’ve found that beliefs in conspiracy theories are not only influenced by personality traits but also by deeper…[Continue Reading...]

In small-town Wisconsin, looking for the roots of the modern American conspiracy theory

Published January 21, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged conspiracy theories, John Birch Society, research

APPLETON, Wis. (AP) — The decades fall away as you open the front doors. It’s the late 1950s in the cramped little offices — or maybe the pre-hippie 1960s. It’s a place where army-style buzz cuts are still in fashion,…[Continue Reading...]

Celebrities Who Left the Church of Scientology

Published January 21, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged celebrities, ex-Scientologists, former Scientologists, Scientologists, Scientology

Scientology is a controversial topic in Hollywood — some celebrities consider it a religion, while others consider it a cult. There are fervent supporters like Tom Cruise, Kirstie Alley and John Travolta, who often speak about the benefits of having…[Continue Reading...]

Superstitious belief in faith healers is costing lives

Published January 20, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged child deaths, Faith healing, medical neglect

On January 11, a 21-year-old pregnant woman from Swanda in ward 6 of Sayal Rural Municipality suffered from labour but instead of taking her to the Dallekh Birthing Centre, about 15 minutes’ walk from her house, her family members took…[Continue Reading...]

Mormon church hire triggers conservative backlash

Published January 20, 2024 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged dissent within church, factions, LDS, Mormon Church, Mormons

Some prominent conservatives are raising objections to the new communications director for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, saying his ties to LGBTQ+ advocacy and "globalism" disqualify him for the post. Driving the news: Aaron Sherinian, previously an…[Continue Reading...]