Bethlehem Christmas tree lit for first time since 2022
Bethlehem lit its Christmas tree for the first time since the Gaza war began. The ceremony brought hope but was marked by solemnity for the suffering in Gaza. Read more.
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Millions seek church help in cost-of-living crisis
New research reveals millions are seeking help from churches for food, heating, and debt this Christmas. Discover how communities are responding and where to find support.
Pope Urges Lebanese Christians to Stay Amid Crisis
Pope Leo XIV makes historic first visit to Lebanon, urging Christians not to emigrate and calling for peace. Read his powerful message of unity.
Pope Leo XIV brings hope to Lebanon after crises
Pope Leo XIV heads to Beirut to offer hope to the Lebanese people after years of economic collapse, the port explosion, and regional conflict. His visit aims to bolster the Christian community.
Pope Leo's First Overseas Trip to Turkey, Lebanon
Pope Leo XIV embarks on his first foreign trip, a demanding six-day mission for peace and unity in Turkey and Lebanon. Follow his historic journey.
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.
Nicki Minaj faces backlash over Trump admin role
Rapper Nicki Minaj sparks controversy after accepting role with Trump administration to highlight alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Read the full story.
Nigeria's Christians face extinction warning
Human rights activist Emeka Umeagbalasi warns Nigeria's Christians could be wiped out by 2075 without urgent international intervention. Read the shocking details.
Peaty and Ramsay's faith journey and family rift
Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay's journey from addiction to born-again Christianity faces family challenges ahead of their Christmas wedding. Read their full story.
Trump's Nigeria comments on Fox News spark controversy
Donald Trump faces backlash after suggesting on Fox News that Nigeria's government is engaged in systematic violence against Christians, drawing criticism from international observers.
Trump's Secret Nigeria Defence Plan for Christians
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's administration developed covert plans for military intervention in Nigeria to protect Christian communities from extremist violence.
Ultra-Orthodox protests turn violent: teen dies, reporter attacked
Chaos erupted in Israel as massive ultra-Orthodox protests against military conscription turned violent, with bottles thrown at a female journalist and a 15-year-old boy falling to his death during the demonstrations.
Reverend Peter Cruchley: Global Peacemaker Dies
The remarkable life of Reverend Peter Cruchley, the Cardiff-born missionary who transformed from parish priest to international peace advocate and interfaith pioneer.
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.
Romanian Church faces communist past in cathedral project
Romania's Orthodox Church faces scrutiny over its role during the communist era as it completes Bucharest's monumental Cathedral of National Salvation, funded by taxpayers amid ongoing controversy.
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.
West Bank Christians face violent expulsion campaign
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking campaign of intimidation and violence against Palestinian Christians in the Occupied West Bank, threatening the extinction of one of Christianity's oldest communities.
West Bank Christians Face Systematic Persecution
A shocking new report exposes how Palestinian Christians in the West Bank are being systematically targeted by extremist settlers and authorities, forcing many to flee their ancestral homeland.
West Bank Christians Show Solidarity Amid Gaza Conflict
Christian communities in the occupied West Bank demonstrate remarkable unity with their Muslim neighbours, rejecting political divisions while facing increased tensions and economic hardship.
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.
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
Israeli Paramedics Attacked by Ultra-Orthodox Protesters
Violence erupts in Jerusalem as ultra-Orthodox protesters attack Israeli paramedics, injuring crew and damaging ambulance in shocking display of sectarian tensions.
Ukraine severs Orthodox Church ties with Moscow
In a landmark decision with profound geopolitical ramifications, Ukraine's Orthodox Church has officially cut all ecclesiastical links with Moscow, signalling a final religious break from Russian influence following the invasion.
JD Vance Visits Minneapolis Shooting Site Amid Political Storm
US Senator JD Vance makes an unannounced visit to the scene of a deadly Minneapolis church shooting, drawing criticism and raising questions about the politicisation of tragedies.
Three injured in targeted shooting near Minneapolis school
Minneapolis police are investigating a daylight shooting near the Annunciation Greek Orthodox School that left three men wounded. The incident, described as a targeted attack, has shaken the local community.
Archbishop's secret Alaska meeting with Putin envoy revealed
Exclusive: The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, held clandestine talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Alaska to explore backchannel peace negotiations for the Ukraine conflict, the Independent can reveal.
Ethiopian Orthodox Church Fined for Illegal Parking in London
An Ethiopian Orthodox church in Central London has been slapped with a parking fine after a vehicle was left illegally outside its Westminster chapel, sparking a debate over religious exemptions and council enforcement.
Judaism's LGBTQ+ divide: Orthodox resistance vs Reform acceptance
A growing divide emerges within Judaism as Orthodox leaders resist LGBTQ+ inclusion while Reform communities embrace diversity, spotlighting Ellie's journey.
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