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Pope's Visit Fuels Hope for Seminary Reopening

Pope Leo XIV's first foreign trip to Turkey ignites optimism for reopening Halki seminary, a key test for religious freedom. Read the latest on this historic development.

Ancient Christian mosaic discovered in Turkey

A stunning 1,500-year-old Christian floor mosaic depicting creation scenes has been unearthed at Urfa Castle, offering profound insights into early biblical traditions and organised worship.

Pope: Virgin Mary Art Should Replace Crucifixes

In a surprising revelation from his new book, Pope Francis has suggested that depictions of the Virgin Mary holding the dead Christ should replace traditional crucifixion imagery in Catholic churches.

Romanian Church condemns Ceaușescu's church demolitions

In a historic move, Romania's Orthodox Church has officially denounced Nicolae Ceaușescu's systematic destruction of religious sites during communist rule, revealing the shocking scale of devastation across Bucharest.

University issues trigger warning for Bible content

A British university has sparked controversy by placing trigger warnings on Bibles distributed to students, cautioning about violent content including the crucifixion narrative. Critics call it 'absurd' while supporters defend the sensitivity measure.

US Bible sales surge amid political tensions

American conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's viral claim about rising Bible purchases ignites conversation about religion's role in modern politics and cultural shifts

Mount Athos: King Charles's Spiritual Greek Sanctuary

Discover why Mount Athos, the autonomous monastic republic in Greece, holds profound spiritual significance for King Charles III and remains one of Europe's most exclusive pilgrimage sites, where women have been forbidden for over a thousand years.

Leeds tops London as UK's most Christian-friendly city

New research reveals Leeds as Britain's most welcoming city for Christians, with London ranking surprisingly low. Discover which cities made the top ten and what this means for religious tolerance across the UK.

Christians leaving phones unlocked as test of faith

A growing number of devout Christians are reportedly leaving their smartphones unlocked, believing it to be a modern test of faith and honesty. Discover the surprising spiritual reasoning behind this digital-age trend.

Trump Hails Putin's Ukraine Invasion as 'Holy' Endeavour

Former US President Donald Trump has sparked outrage by praising Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine as a 'holy' endeavour during a speech to a conservative Orthodox Christian group in New York, drawing fierce condemnation from Ukrainian religious leader

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