Appeals Court Clears Way for Ten Commandments Displays in Texas Classrooms

Appeals Court Clears Way for Ten Commandments Displays in Texas Classrooms

A federal appeals court has determined that public schools across Texas may display the Ten Commandments, overturning earlier lower court decisions that had blocked the law. The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued its ruling as part of an ongoing legal debate over whether a Texas statute mandating the posting of the Decalogue complies with constitutional standards.
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Alabama Enacts ‘Released Time’ Law Allowing Students Off-Campus Religious Instruction

Alabama has enacted a new law allowing public school students to leave campus during the school day to participate in religious instruction, a practice commonly referred to as “released time.” Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 248, also known as the Alabama Released Time Credit Act, into law last Wednesday, formally authorizing the program statewide.
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  • Nvidia Executive Donates $50 Million to Austin Christian University

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    The Chicago Bulls announced Monday that they have waived Jaden Ivey, citing “conduct detrimental to the team,” after the outspoken Christian player criticized LGBT Pride Month in a social media livestream. During a broadcast on Instagram, Ivey addressed his followers, expressing his views on Pride Month and how it is promoted within professional basketball.

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