Sami K. Martin

Christian Post Reporter

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  • Gov. Tom Corbett Compares Gay Marriage to Incest, Then Apologizes

    Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett compared gay marriage to incest. The Governor's administration previously made the comparison to marriage between children, but Corbett walked that statement back and replaced it with the incest comment that aired on Friday morning TV.

  • Emma Thompson: 'Monogamy is an Odd State for Women'

    Emma Thompson has been married to husband Greg Wise for 10 years, but remains critical of the way monogamy is portrayed. The actress and author said Wednesday that fairy tales shown to young girls can have an adverse effect on their perception of relationships.

  • Leah Remini to Be Deposed in Church of Scientology Case

    Leah Remini will reportedly be deposed in a trial against the Church of Scientology and its leader David Miscavige. The trial was brought against the organization and its leader by Monique Rathbun, who claims that the Church harassed her and former Scientologist husband Marty.

  • Rep. Todd Rokita Tells CNN Anchor, 'You're Beautiful but Have to be Honest,' Causing Cries of Sexism

    Republican Congressman Todd Rokita is in the hot seat after an interview with CNN anchor Carol Costello. Rokita called Costello "beautiful" and mentioned her looks several times, which many saw as sexist. Rokita has issued a statement in rebuttal to the claims in which he maintains he was just trying to be friendly and intended "no offense."

  • 'Saved by the Bell' Reunion Planned for 'Dancing With the Stars'

    "Saved by the Bell" fans are in luck; Elizabeth Berkley dropped a bombshell announcement that her fellow co-stars would be together in the audience at "Dancing With the Stars" for a mini-reunion.

  • Ghost Burger Offends With Unconsecrated Communion Wafer Topping

    Ghost Burger Offends With Unconsecrated Communion Wafer Topping

    A new burger paying tribute to the band Ghost is causing controversy, given that it is a cheeseburger topped with an unconsecrated communion wafer and a wine reduction. The restaurant stands by its decision to feature the burger for one month as part of its special line-up, but several Catholics are upset by the decision.

  • Capitol Hill Shooting: Miriam Carey, Driver of Vehicle, Reportedly Suffered Postpartum Depression

    Capitol Hill Shooting: Miriam Carey, Driver of Vehicle, Reportedly Suffered Postpartum Depression

    New information about the U.S. Capitol Hill shooting emerged as family members described the woman behind the wheel of a car that led police on a chase and ultimately crashed into a gate at the White House. Miriam Carey, 34, a dental hygienist from Stamford, Connecticut, reportedly suffered from postpartum depression, which may have been a factor in the incident.

  • Cleveland, Texas Rape: Second Victim in 3 Years Alleges Gang Rape by 4 Men

    Cleveland, Texas officials are investigating whether an alleged gang rape occurred for the second time in three years. A 15-year-old girl reportedly told her parents she had been repeatedly raped by up to four men, leading them to file a complaint with police.

  • Jerry Sandusky Denied New Trial by Court of Appeals

    Jerry Sandusky's appeal for a new trial has been denied by a three-judge Superior Court panel. They made the unanimous decision, but Sandusky's attorney has said he will ask the Supreme Court to review the case.

  • Government Shutdown Deters Search for Missing Idaho Woman

    The government shutdown has certainly affected many areas of life for citizens and government employees, but in Idaho, the shutdown is hurting a family in a unique way. The search for Jo Elliott-Blakeslee, who went missing in the Craters of the Moon National Monument Park, has been significantly hampered by the lack of government employees to help with the search.