Church of Scientology

The Church of Scientology, a religious organization founded by L. Ron Hubbard, is currently newsworthy due to a viral trend on TikTok called 'speed running.' This trend involves groups, primarily teenagers, rushing into Scientology buildings to see how far they can get before being removed by staff. Recent incidents have occurred in the UK and New York, with one event in Manhattan involving youths forcing entry, damaging property, and injuring a staff member. The Church has condemned these actions as trespass, harassment, and disruption of religious services. The 'speed run' phenomenon highlights the organization's current visibility and the challenges it faces from online viral challenges impacting its physical locations and operations.