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Alleged cult Twin Flames Universe investigated for ‘coercive control’ tactics

Published July 2, 2025 By admin

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged cult leaders, investigation, Jeff Divine, Michigan, Shaleia Divine, Twin Flame Universe

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced Tuesday that her office has launched an investigation into Twin Flames Universe, a spiritual organization that’s been dubbed a cult by former members and was the subject of a scathing Netflix documentary. Jeff and…[Continue Reading...]

Women dressed in revealing clothes known as ‘Lycra nuns’ kept church cult leader’s home spotless, sexual abuse trial hears

Published July 2, 2025 By admin

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged Christopher Brain, criminal trial, cult leader, Lycra Lovlies, Lycra nuns, UK

A priest once hailed for his “groundbreaking” services became the leader of a cult in the Church of England and sexually abused a “staggering” number of women, a court heard. Christopher Brain, who led the progressive Nine O-Clock Service (NOS)…[Continue Reading...]

Michigan AG launches investigation into alleged cult featured in Netflix docuseries

Published July 2, 2025 By admin

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged cult, cult leaders, investigation, Jeff Divine, Michigan, Shaleia Divine, Twin Flames Universe

LEELANAU COUNTY, MI – Michigan’s attorney general has launched an investigation into an accused cult that has gained notoriety due to a Netflix docuseries. Dana Nessel said Tuesday that a search warrant was executed at two residences associated with the…[Continue Reading...]

The Ann Arbor dropout who joined a cult and killed a sitting US President

Published July 2, 2025 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged assasination, Charles J. Guiteau, cult, cults, Oneiida Community, President James. A Garfield, presidential assassination

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Michigan -- the United States’ high-five to the world -- has always been deeply important to American politics. In the grand scheme of things, there has been a Michigander who has shaped and impacted the presidency…[Continue Reading...]

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart, whose ministry was toppled by prostitution scandals, dies at 90

Published July 2, 2025 By admin

Categorized as Televangelists

Baton Rouge, Louisiana AP — Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart, who became a household name amassing an enormous following and multimillion-dollar ministry only to be undone by his penchant for prostitutes, has died. Swaggart died decades after his once vast audience dwindled…[Continue Reading...]

Has Scientology Done Any Good in the World?

Published July 1, 2025 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged analysis, criticism, programs, Scientologist, Scientology

Summary The Church of Scientology promotes various programs aimed at social betterment, including Narconon for drug rehabilitation and Criminon for criminal reform. Critics argue that Scientology’s programs lack transparency, scientific validation, and often serve as a means to recruit individuals…[Continue Reading...]

Church of England priest led cult and sexually abused a ‘staggering number of women’, jury told

Published July 1, 2025 By admin

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged Christopher Brain, cult leader, Lycra Lovlies, Lycra nuns, sexual abuse

The Cult Content Boom: What’s Behind Our Obsession?

Published July 1, 2025 By admin

Categorized as Cult Crimes, Cult TV Tagged cult craze, cult documentaries, cult leaders, cults

From streaming documentaries to bestselling books and theatrical productions, cults are trending. The groups have become a dominant force in contemporary media, reflecting deeper societal anxieties and a search for meaning in a world that can often feel disconnected. The…[Continue Reading...]

Author Sarah Strohmeyer On Her Favourite Cults

Published July 1, 2025 By admin

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged American cults, cult leaders, cults

Guest post written by A Mother Always Knows author Sarah Strohmeyer Sarah Strohmeyer is a bestselling and award-winning novelist whose books include We Love to Entertain, Do I Know You?, The Secrets of Lily Graves, How Zoe Made Her Dreams (Mostly) Come True, Smart Girls Get…[Continue Reading...]

Lori Vallow Daybell says in jailhouse interview that she never hurt anyone and will be freed

Published July 1, 2025 By admin

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged convicted murderer, cult mom, interview, Lori Vallow

PHOENIX — Lori Vallow Daybell is still in love with her husband, believes the two will be exonerated and says she did not know her children were buried on Chad Daybell’s property. The convicted killer spoke with EastIdahoNews.com on her…[Continue Reading...]