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Intelligent Design
科学与技术

Intelligent Design

Controversy is intensifying as to whether the theory of Intelligent Design should be addressed by science teachers in public schools. Why is this issue so divisive?

Are Disaster Victims “Greater Sinners”?
宗教

Are Disaster Victims “Greater Sinners”?

The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami—New Orleans’ 2005 Hurricane Katrina—Myanmar’s 2008 Cyclone Nargis—and now, Haiti’s massive 2010 earthquake. Were these random events, or was each nation targeted because its sins are greater than the rest of the world? A look back reveals the answer.

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宗教

We are NOT Jehovah’s Witnesses or Seventh-day Adventists

The teachings of The Restored Church of God are different from traditional Christianity. However, when some of our readers find certain doctrinal similarities with other religious groups, they conclude that we must be related to these organizations. This article will clear up such misunderstandings.

Poll Reveals Most Believe God Exists
宗教

Poll Reveals Most Believe God Exists

Sixty-four percent of Americans believe they were created by God. Can this be proven? If so, <em>why</em> did God create human beings?

The Ecumenical Movement
宗教

The Ecumenical Movement

After centuries of separation, some in each of the major branches of traditional Christianity—Protestantism, Orthodoxy and Catholicism—are finding that they must cross denominational lines to find common ground. What will be the ultimate outcome of this trend?

Iran
中东

Iran

Due to its nuclear ambitions, Iran is heading toward a showdown with the nations of the West, particularly the United States. The bitterness and resentment between these nations can be traced to events that occurred decades ago.

Raising the Bar
社会与生活方式

Raising the Bar

With more money, and the willingness to spend it, homosexuals are being courted by America’s traditionally conservative corporations. What does the future hold for this marketing shift?

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分析

Katrina’s Wake-Up Call

Human nature usually ignores warnings—even the most obvious. How many will recognize this wake-up call—or greater ones to come? Then, how many will heed? Read and learn the cause of this disaster, and how everything will change—and soon! While it is always darkest before dawn, hope lies ahead!

The Way We Were…And Now
社会与生活方式

The Way We Were…And Now

Why are strong, balanced, principled men so rare today—even viewed as oddities? Why are there so few men of the same stature and uncompromising strength as in past generations? Likewise, traditional, virtuous femininity in women is as scarce as precious jewels. What has happened?

The Vatican Selects a New Prefect
宗教

The Vatican Selects a New Prefect

The new pope handpicked Archbishop William J. Levada to replace him as Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith. Who is this man—and why did the new pope appoint him to this important office?

Video Games
社会与生活方式

Video Games

Millions around the world spend their free time playing video and computer games. Many even believe they are improving themselves by doing so. Could they be right?

America’s Growing Resentment for the Military
美洲

America’s Growing Resentment for the Military

Many people assume that the United States will always possess the most powerful military force in the world. Is this a safe assumption? Or are there events occurring behind the scenes that could change this?

<em>Star Wars</em>
分析

<em>Star Wars</em>

The <em>Star Wars</em> series, which has captivated millions of moviegoers, is possibly the most popular Hollywood production in history. Yet, few realize that the series is full of not-so-subtle inferences from the world’s best-selling book—the Bible.

The World Looks to a New Pope
宗教

The World Looks to a New Pope

A new pope, even more conservative than the late John Paul II, has been elected to reign over the Roman Catholic Church, with its 1.1 billion members. Who is this new religious leader—and what can the world expect from him?

Palestinian Democracy
中东

Palestinian Democracy

Can Palestinian democracy truly bring peace between Palestinians and Israelis in a region that has been torn apart by hatred, prejudice and murder for centuries?

Who Publishes The Real Truth Magazine?
媒体

Who Publishes The Real Truth Magazine?

Many ask: Who publishes <em>The REAL TRUTH</em>? Here is the answer, which is part of a compelling story of an organization empowered by a deep conviction, derived from understanding that genuinely happy lives can be a reality now—and that a wonderful world is soon to come!

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假期

St. Patrick

What is the origin of St. Patrick’s Day? How did it start, and exactly who was the person this day supposedly honors? The life of the <em>real</em> Patrick is a truly fascinating account.

The Rise of the Red Dragon
亚洲

The Rise of the Red Dragon

China has very suddenly become a major world power—a strong ally to some, but a threat to others. Its economic growth and ability to produce goods is virtually unrivaled. But what are the implications? What lies ahead for China, and how will it affect the world?

A “New Arab World”?
中东

A “New Arab World”?

Free elections in Iraq—a “pink revolution” in Iran—Syria poised to withdraw from Lebanon—reforms in Egypt and Saudi Arabia—is a “new Arab world” suddenly on the horizon? Where will this power shift in the Middle East lead?

Coming—Tax Relief!
经济与个人理财

Coming—Tax Relief!

Many feel that they are overtaxed, and they long for a more equitable system. Others want no taxes at all. Is tax relief on the way?