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A look at why a Saudi woman’s miniskirt sparked an outcry

By Jerome Socolovsky — July 20, 2017
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The woman was eventually released without charge, but the incident and the online debate it ignited point to the tension in Saudi Arabia between proponents of its conservative, state-enforced strictures and those pushing for greater rights.

Saudi woman in miniskirt video arrested after public outcry

By Jerome Socolovsky — July 18, 2017
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The woman was detained by police in the capital, Riyadh, for wearing 'immodest clothes' that contradicted the country's conservative Islamic dress code.

90 seconds of clergy swapping: UCC video preaches interfaith harmony

By Lauren Markoe — January 24, 2017
(RNS) Most people who have seen it find it moving, though some question preaching in the garb of another faith.

Beyond ‘Kony 2012’: Jason Russell’s attempt at a comeback

By Sarah Pulliam Bailey — October 16, 2013
ATLANTA (RNS) For several months after a very public breakdown, Jason Russell took a low profile as he sought treatment. But now he's returning to the spotlight, appearing on the Christian conference circuit.

Video: “Serve Christ, Maybe” song goes viral

By Sally Morrow — February 26, 2013
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