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St Januarius Blood Liquefies in Naples Ritual

The centuries-old blood ritual of St Januarius saw the dried blood liquefy in Naples, an event believers view as a protective miracle for the city. Discover the history and science.

Maya myth Popol Vuh adapted for circus stage

Mexican circus troupe Tránsito Cinco brings ancient Maya myth Popol Vuh to life through breathtaking acrobatics and ritual. Discover how this 2023 production transforms sacred storytelling.

Ancient Biblical cult site unearthed in Israel

Archaeologists have uncovered a stunning 5,300-year-old temple complex in Israel that reveals mysterious pagan rituals and human sacrifices centuries before the Biblical battle of Armageddon.

Catholic school's Auschwitz gate Halloween float sparks outrage

A Catholic diocese in Pennsylvania has issued a profound apology after a school's Halloween parade float featured a deeply offensive replica of the infamous Auschwitz concentration camp entrance, sparking widespread condemnation from Jewish communities.

King Charles Makes History with Vatican Visit

In a groundbreaking diplomatic move, King Charles III becomes the first British monarch to attend a Vatican event alongside Catholic leaders, signalling a transformative shift in Anglican-Catholic relations.

Brazil priest scandal: Shirtless photos spark suspension

A Catholic priest in Brazil faces suspension after being photographed shirtless with a parishioner's wife, who claims he justified their encounters as 'spiritual guidance' and preparation for religious festivals.

Abramović's Erotic Epic Triumphs in Manchester

Legendary performance artist Marina Abramović stuns audiences once again with the UK revival of her boundary-pushing 'Balkan Erotic Epic' at Manchester's Aviva Studios - a raw exploration of ritual and sexuality.

Priest reveals secret family after leaving ministry

A Catholic priest who abandoned his religious calling has revealed his secret double life - as a married father of four children, exposing a crisis of faith and family that's rocking the Catholic community.

NJ Police Charged in Church Sex Tape Scandal

Two New Jersey police officers have been charged with official misconduct after allegedly filming a sexual encounter inside a Roman Catholic church and sharing the video.

Missing Spirit Walker: Police Search for Gus Lamon

Police intensify search for Gus Lamon, 36, who disappeared during a spiritual walk in rural Oxfordshire. Friends and family grow increasingly concerned as specialist teams scour the area.

Buffalo Catholic Diocese files bankruptcy over abuse claims

The Catholic Diocese of Buffalo has sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it faces mounting legal claims from childhood sexual abuse survivors, forcing the potential sale of churches and schools across Western New York.

Mysterious 'Pope Leo XIV' Declares Abortion 'Greatest Genocide'

An enigmatic figure claiming to be 'Pope Leo XIV' has issued a startling proclamation from the Vatican, declaring abortion 'the greatest genocide in human history' and calling for a global pro-life movement in a move that's sent shockwaves through the Cat

Chicago Catholic Church's Plan B Policy Causes Controversy

The Archdiocese of Chicago has ignited controversy by directing Catholic hospitals to provide emergency contraception to sexual assault victims, challenging traditional doctrine and drawing criticism from conservative Catholic groups.

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