Harry Potter Series Tops List of Most-challenged Books

The Harry Potter series topped the American Library Association’s 2001 list of most-challenged books for the third year running, the ALA reported in January. The popular children’s series, penned by Scottish author J.K. Rowling, “drew complaints from...

The Labyrinth: A Modern-Day Spiritual Tool

A medieval spiritual tool has been winding its way through Christian churches in the United States. The complex geometrical design may look intimidating to the newcomer. However, some Baptists attest that using the labyrinth as a spiritual tool is what they need for...

Slavery Alive and Well Across the Globe

Pop diva Britney Spears was in for a surprise when she recorded chart-topper “I’m a Slave 4 U” on her latest album. Last month, the singer received letters from iAbolish.com personnel, one an escaped slave, raising concerns about the song and urging...

Kids’ Well-being Improving in Some Areas

American children are healthier, more financially secure, more educated and more socially adept, according to a recent federal report. The 2001 “America’s Children” report found 86 percent of children are covered by health insurance...