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DRUG PREVENTION

Drug Prevention Hero Marshall Faulk Is Real Super Bowl MVP

With New Orleans in the grip of a drug abuse crisis, Faulk returns to his hometown to spread the Truth About Drugs. It’s making a difference. 

ARTS & CULTURE

Celebrated Bassist Stanley Clarke “All In” on the History & Future of Jazz

A new Scientology Network Signature Performances documentary offers an exciting and insightful look at the flat-out life and future of the four-time Grammy winner. “No half-ass here.”

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

Five-Year Study Confirms Faith’s Role in a Happier Life

L. Ron Hubbard wrote about the power of religion to uplift mankind. A new study proves it.

VOLUNTEERISM

Scientology Volunteer Ministers Accept All Comers to Deliver Aid to Those in Need

Yana volunteered after seeing a social media post and found a calling in delivering help to those devastated by the LA wildfires. It was her first visit to a Church of Scientology.

VOLUNTEERISM

Scientology Volunteer Ministers Deliver Wildfire Relief to LA

Over 2,280 volunteers have aided more than 88,000 Angelenos by embodying their simple motto: “Something can be done about it.” Disaster relief is nothing new for them.

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

Largest Gathering of Human Beings in History Is Peaceful and Religious

Four hundred million people are gathering at the holy rivers of India to celebrate faith through prayer, ritual, charity—and bathing. 

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

New Documentary Tells Uniquely American Story of Religious Liberty

Free Exercise: America’s Story of Religious Liberty documentary explores the history of religious freedom in the United States, set against the struggles that have beset six diverse faith communities. 

DRUG PREVENTION

Drug Use Among Teens Falling, New Study Says

Despite the best marketing effort of the tobacco and cannabis industries, more kids than ever are saying no. Education is the most likely reason—and the ultimate answer. 

HUMAN RIGHTS

Braulio Vargas’ Fight for Human Rights in Costa Rica is Purpose in Action

Braulio leads a nationwide movement to teach Costa Ricans about the 30 fundamental rights outlined in the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

The Top 10 Religious Freedom Stories of 2024

Throughout a year of conflict: religious inclusion, religious rights and religious diversity were defended around the world. Religion is more important than ever to more people—and these stories are the leading edge of progress.

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

Religion Ties Us Together—A Holiday Message of Common Faith

With 73 percent of all Americans considering faith an important part of their identity, religion is what unites us. It’s a resonant message for the holidays.

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

Hanukkah and Christmas Coincide—Reflecting the Shared Light That Unites All

So rare it happens just once per quarter-century, the holidays remind Christians and Jews of a shared tradition of resilience, hope and miracles.