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Scientology Press Office   - Church of Scientology media relations site providing press releases, biographical information and demographics.

Scientologists Offer Disaster Management Training - An article about how the Scientology Volunteer Ministers is offering disaster relief training for in the Oshana region in Africa.

Scientology Believes Most Are Peaceful - Angie DeRouchie of the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre in Portland, Oregon, explains her views on mankind's basic nature, and why she and the church are so involved in the field of Human Rights. [Oregon PeaceWorks]

Scientology News Network Africa - Photo stories and video clips about the Scientology religion in Africa.

Church of Scientology to Establish Mich. HQ in Detroit - A brief article that announces new premises for the church in Detroit, Michigan. [Mlive] (January 5, 2008)

National Church of Scientology Recognized in Spain - An article about how the National Court in Madrid issued a decision recognizing that the Scientology church should be registered officially in Spain as a religious entity. [The Budapest Times] (November 6, 2007)

A Surprising Australian Welcome to the Scientology Volunteer Ministers Outback Goodwill Tour - An article covers how the Volunteer Minister Tour became involved in a fun racing event of the Australian outback. [American Chronicle] (September 28, 2007)

City Ill at Ease with Sect - An article discussing how the Clearwater, Florida community has grown to accept the presence of the Church's international religious retreat there. [The Washington Times] (September 20, 2007)

Birthplace of Scientology Restored - A news article that describes the restoration of L. Ron Hubbard's home of 1952 in Phoenix, Arizona and its significance in the development of Scientology and to the local area. [East Valley Tribune] (August 17, 2007)

What is a Scientology Wedding? - An article that summarizes many of the details concerning Scientology Wedding ceremonies. [Khaleej Times Online] (November 19, 2006)

Glamour marks opening of Scientology London Center - News coverage of grand opening of Scientology church in the UK. (October 24, 2006)

Church of Scientology, Mission of Genesee County - An article providing the history, hours and description of service offered at the church in Michigan. [The Flint Journal] (July 8, 2006)

Scientology's New Mission: Seminole Heights Outpost - A church parishioner opens a Scientology mission in Seminole Heights, in the Tampa Bay area, as a further outreach into the community. [Tampa Bay Times] (June 7, 2006)

Scientology Expands At Home - After several years of global expansion around the world, the Church now plans to finish its long-delayed Flag Building by next year, officials say. [St. Petersburg Times] (April 25, 2006)

'Quiet birth' Practice Raises A Commotion - An article that discusses that although the Scientology birthing practice is stiring up questions, the experts say the idea isn't anything new. (April 19, 2006)

Tom Cruise Confronts Rumors About Silent Birth - Interview with Diane Sawyer in which Cruise answers questions on this subject. [ABC News] (April 13, 2006)

Scientologists Come to Campus - An article about how Volunteer Ministers came to the Unversity of New Mexico campus to answer questions about their beliefs and techniques they use to help people. [Daily Lobo] (April 4, 2006)

Church of Scientology Toys with Move - An article describing how the church in Memphis wants to become more centrally located to better service the public and surrounding communities. [The Daily News} (February 3, 2006)

Scientologists Explain Religious Views - Robert Castagna of the Church of Scientology of Boston addresses the Undergraduate Government of Boston College to answer their questions about his religion. [The Heights and College Publisher] (November 3, 2005)

Drug-free Denomination - The Scientology church in Washington D.C. says that recent media coverage of Tom Cruise, while controversial, has increased public interest in this religion even more. [Washington Examiner] (September 7, 2005)

L. Ron Hubbard, GW & Scientology - An article that outlines L. Ron Hubbard's history at George Washington University and how the current student body is learning of this and the religion he started. [The GW Hatchet] (September 2, 2005)

Scientology: More than a Celebrity Cruise - An article that discusses some of the basic principles of Scientology. [The Christian Century] (August 9, 2005)

Scientology Offers Practical Answers - Commentary from Rev. Cathy Norman on the Austin church explains some of the most basic principles of the religion. [San Antonio Express-News] (July 21, 2005)

Leap of Faith - This article covers the growth of Scientology in India and provides a summary of its basic principles. [Times News Network] (July 6, 2005)

Scientology Holds Goodwill Tour in Gaborone - Year-long volunteer ministers tour of Africa launched in Botswana. [Daily News Online] (July 5, 2005)

Cruise Credits Scientology for his Success - On Access Hollywood, this actor said study technique helped him deal with dyslexia. [MSNBC] (May 24, 2005)

Scientology Would be an Asset - Two Michigan Scientologists share their views on their religion, its social betterment programs and its volunteer ministry. [Traverse City Record Eagle] (May 21, 2005)

For Tsunami Survivors, A Touch of Scientology - A Washington Post article on relief efforts in southern India, including interviews with volunteers and information on techniques used. [MSNBC] (January 28, 2005)

Tibetans Trained by Scientologists Treat Tsunami-hit Villagers - Buddhist monks have been trained by controversial US-based Scientologists in a technique called "Assist". [AFP] (January 7, 2005)

Glebe Group Makes A Difference About Drugs At The Glebe Fair - Drug Free Ambassadors, sponsored by the Scientology Church in Australia, provide information on drugs. Article includes copy of their anti-drug pledge and summary of their activities. [Onlypunjab.com] (November 24, 2004)

New Church of Scientology Opens in Madrid - Actor Tom Cruise addresses the thousands in attendance. [Beliefnet.com] (September 18, 2004)

Scientology: Church Now Claims More Than 8 Million Members - The church currently says it has more than 8 million members in 159 countries. [Deseret Morning News] (September 18, 2004)

No more Mr Nice Guy - An interview with Tom Cruise. [Guardian Unlimited] (September 12, 2004)

The Passion of the Cruise - A Neil Strauss interview with Tom Cruise. [Rolling Stone] (August 11, 2004)

Shock Therapy - Pointing to Soviet psychiatric abuses of the '60s and '70s, the Citizens' Commission on Human Rights lambastes mental health practices today. [Moscow Times] (August 6, 2004)

Church of Scientology Back to the Future - An article about the Buffalo church, the construction of its new quarters and its work to help the community. [Buffalo Business First] (July 19, 2004)

Striving for Mainstream - Covers local acceptance of the church by community leaders. [St. Petersburg Times] (July 19, 2004)

Scientology's Town - First of a two-part special report on the Church of Scientology's expansion in downtown Clearwater. [St. Petersburg Times] (July 18, 2004)

Actor Cruise Backs Terror Detox - Hollywood star Tom Cruise raises $1.2m to provide alternative treatment for New York firefighters. [BBC News] (April 13, 2004)

Work And Study Mark The Way - Scientology Volunteer Minister from San Diego, California interviewed on her life experience and current service to the community. [SanDiego Union-Tribune] (March 2, 2004)

Cruise Blesses Faith For His Samurai Prowess - Tom Cruise discusses the inner peace and serenity he projects in his latest movie, The Last Samurai. [Sydney Morning Herald] (November 21, 2003)

Church Takes Case To Strasbourg - An article summarizing how the Church in Nizhnekamsk have brought a case against the Ministry of Justice in Tatarstan. [Prima News] (October 13, 2003)

Scientology Takes Mission To The Streets - News about community activities and new buildings in the Tampa Bay area. [St.Petersburg Times] (July 6, 2003)

Ybor Adds Scientolgy To The Mix On Saturday - Describes the Church's newest addition to its presence in the Tampa/Clearwater area - a Life Improvement Center in Ybor City, Florida. [St. Petersburg Times] (June 3, 2003)

Scientology Church Explains Itself - Scientology exhibition creates interest in New Zealand. (May 8, 2003)

Detox Center Seeks Wider Acceptance - Describes the new Narconon center in Clearwater, Florida, utilizing the discoveries of L. Ron Hubbard in the field of drug rehabilitation. (St. Petersburg Times) (March 30, 2003)

Hollywood's Higher Powers - Brief description of Scientology and comparison with Kabbalah. [Ball State Daily News] (March 9, 2003)

Germany Grants Tax Exemption To Scientology Church - An article summarizing the latest favorable legal decision in Germany, providing tax examption. (February 4, 2003)

U.S. Officials To Visit Mexico Prison To Get Look At Drug Program - One hundred female legislators from the United States visit the state prison in Ensenada to see the results of a Narconon prisoner rehabilitation program based on the works of L. Ron Hubbard. [San Diego Union-Tribune] (November 21, 2002)

Scientologists Donate Funds to Firefighters - Explains why Volunteer Ministers raised the funds to pay to uniform the Clearwater Fire Department Honor Guard. [St.Petersburg Times] (August 23, 2002)

French Scientology Case Barred - Paris judge drops thirteen year old case against Church in France. [Associated Press] (July 30, 2002)

Unmistakable Presence - Shows the progress of the construction of the Church's headquarters in Clearwater, Florida. Includes photographs, and comments on impact it will have on the city. [St. Petersburg Times] (July 28, 2002)

A Church Against Drugs - Scientology Human Rights Director, interviewed in Russia on human rights, religious descrimination and the Church's drug prevention programs. [PrimaNews] (July 18, 2002)

Scientology Reaches Out To Troubled With Ad Campaign - Describes the Volunteer Ministers program to help those in distress after 9/11. [St. Petersburg Times] (February 8, 2002)

Cruise Lobbies Over Scientology - Actor Tom Cruise meets with the U.S. ambassador to Germany. [BBC] (January 30, 2002)

An Invitation To The Fort - The Church reaches out to the community in Clearwater, and some civic leaders are responding. [St. Petersburg Times] (January 26, 2002)

Keeping Current With Electro-Faith - Describes a special inter-faith Sunday Service held by the Church of Hawaii. [Honolulu Star-Bulletin] (October 27, 2001)

Elfman Gives Back To Scientology - Dharma and Greg star opens a new Church of Scientology mission in San Francisco. [Zap2it.com] (October 1, 2001)

Religious Leader Takes His Calling to Ground Zero - An article which profiles the efforts of Scientology Volunteer Ministers as part of the 9/11 disaster response and a local Church leader who helped spearhead the effort. [The New York Times] (September 20, 2001)

Building Boom Expands Lodgings For Scientology - Photo and description of renovations of new hotel catering to parishioners coming to Clearwater for advanced Scientology studies and counseling. [St. Petersburg Times] (August 14, 2001)

Church Scores Round In Death Suit - The Church won a partial victory when a judge dismissed one of four counts in a 4-year-old wrongful death lawsuit filed by the estate of Lisa McPherson. [St. Petersburg Times] (June 22, 2001)

Scientology Tries To Move Forward Despite Attacks - Complaining about the spin put on news coverage, three readers discuss the Church's legal battles in Clearwater. [St. Petersburg Times] (June 7, 2001)

Scientology Group Supports Crow Bill - With help from the Citizens Commission on Human Rights, Florida state Rep. Larry Crow sponsored a bill to restore parental authority over treatments given to their kids in school. [St. Petersburg Times] (April 8, 2001)

Why Subject Scientology To Discrimination? - Several commentaries claiming bias in St. Petersburg Times coverage, and taking up events affecting the Church in Clearwater. [St. Petersburg Times] (March 28, 2001)

Scientology Hires Top Clearwater Law Firm - Johnson Blakely Pope Bokor Ruppel and Burns hired to represent the Church in legal affairs in Clearwater. Partner Ed Armstrong will handle the account. [St. Petersburg Times] (December 2, 1999)

Scientologists' Copyright Suit Shapes Net Liability - Coverage of Dutch case in which the Church's contention is upheld: that linking to a site that infringes copyrights is itself an infringement. [CNET News.com] (June 9, 1999)

Aungst Looks To Mend Scientology, City Relations - The former mayor of Clearwater avoided mentioning the Church of Scientology. The mayor-elect admits to not knowing much about it, but hopes for better understanding between church and city officials. [St. Petersburg Times] (March 21, 1999)

Scientology Breaks Ground With Lasers, Fireworks, Music - Hollywood-style ground breaking event in Clearwater celebrates the launch of construction on the new building. [St. Petersburg Times] (November 22, 1998)

The Man Behind Scientology - David Miscavige, the seldom-seen leader of the church, comes forth in his first newspaper interview to talk of a more peaceful time for Scientology. [St. Petersburg Times] (October 25, 1998)

Germany Apologises To Switzerland For Spying On Scientologists - Germany has apologised for the activities of a security agent suspected of spying. [BBC News] (April 9, 1998)

Europe German Scientologists Rally - Members of the movement have protested in Berlin against alleged persecution of religious minorities in Germany. [BBC News] (October 27, 1997)

John Travolta Interview - Travolta on his career and the German attitude toward Scientology. Excerpts. [Stern] (March 20, 1997)

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