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Rita Ora Opens Austrian Ski Season with Bold Performance
Rita Ora delivered a high-energy performance and fashion spectacle at Austria's ski season opening event. The singer showcased multiple eye-catching outfits and revealed her spiritual beliefs.
Pastor dies from snake bite after refusing treatment
Kentucky pastor Jamie Coots, star of 'Snake Salvation', dies after rattlesnake bite during church service, refusing medical care due to his religious beliefs. Read the full story.
NZ Breakers boycott Pride Round rainbow insignia
New Zealand Breakers players will collectively boycott rainbow flags on jerseys during NBL Pride Round, supporting teammates with religious objections. Read the full story on this developing sports controversy.
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.
Royal Mail Christmas stamps spark religious controversy
Royal Mail faces criticism after releasing Christmas stamps featuring secular artwork, reigniting debates about religious representation in Britain's festive traditions.
Trump suggests Christian database in US during Abuja speech
Former President Donald Trump faces backlash after suggesting the creation of a database tracking Christians in America during controversial Abuja remarks, drawing criticism from Ted Cruz and religious groups.
Medieval mass grave reveals Spain's violent religious past
Archaeologists discover 13th-century skeletons in Spain showing evidence of violent deaths during Christian consolidation, challenging historical narratives of peaceful conversion.
Morocco prints own Quran, challenging Saudi religious authority
In a dramatic religious power shift, Morocco has printed its own version of the Quran, breaking Saudi Arabia's long-standing monopoly and sparking international debate about Islamic interpretation and authority.
One Third of Britons Believe Ghosts Exist
Groundbreaking research into British folklore uncovers that 32% of UK adults believe ghosts exist, with younger generations showing the strongest conviction in supernatural phenomena.
Colorado school bans religious imagery in student artwork
A Colorado high school faces backlash after implementing a controversial ban on religious imagery in student artwork, raising serious questions about freedom of expression and religious rights in educational settings.
Boston removes Catholic saints from city pledge
In a controversial move that's dividing the community, Boston's City Council has eliminated references to Catholic saints from its traditional pledge, sparking debate about religious heritage and modern inclusivity.
Michigan Bishop Spent Church Donations on Luxury Lifestyle
Shocking investigation reveals Catholic bishop diverted thousands in church donations to fund extravagant personal expenses including luxury goods, fine dining, and country club memberships.
Bible Sales Defy Digital Age in Surprising US Trend
In a surprising cultural shift, Bible purchases are experiencing unprecedented growth across the United States, with conservative commentators and changing social values driving this spiritual renaissance.
Christian Lobby: Anti-Cult Laws Threaten Religious Freedom
The Australian Christian Lobby raises alarm over proposed anti-cult legislation, warning it could weaponise government power against mainstream religious groups and undermine fundamental freedoms.
Police apologise after Sikh turban removed in search
West Midlands Police issues formal apology after officers removed a Sikh man's turban during a search in Oldbury, acknowledging the 'significant distress' caused by the incident.
Church of Norway apologises to LGBTQ+ community
In a historic move, Norway's national church has formally apologised to LGBTQ+ people for decades of discrimination and exclusion, acknowledging 'shame and great harm' caused by its policies.
China arrests pastor Jin Mingri in Zion Church crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals Chinese authorities' intensified crackdown on underground Christian churches, with prominent pastor Jin Mingri facing serious charges amid growing religious persecution concerns.
Mormon Church leadership shift as Dallin Oaks steps up
Significant leadership transition within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as President Dallin H. Oaks assumes senior authority following health issues affecting senior apostle President M. Russell Ballard.
China escalates crackdown on Christian communities
Exclusive investigation reveals how Chinese authorities are intensifying persecution of Christian communities, with pastors detained and churches demolished across multiple provinces.
Butker Responds to Feminist Critics in Fiery Speech
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker responds to feminist backlash over his controversial graduation speech, defending his traditional values stance in new public appearance.
What Drives Our Political Compass? Readers Reveal All
Discover the surprising factors that shape political identity as Guardian readers share powerful personal stories about their journey to left or right-wing views.
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.
Bishop's 17 secret lovers exposed after mistresses fight
A Peruvian bishop's double life unravels spectacularly after his legion of lovers began fighting over him, with a cleaning lady exposing his 17-strong harem of secret mistresses in a shocking church scandal.
Man claims divinity, faces Indonesian Islamic police
A controversial religious figure in Indonesia has been detained by Islamic sharia police after declaring himself divine, sparking debates about religious freedom and enforcement in the world's largest Muslim-majority nation.
Political Extremism Fuels US Mass Shootings: Analysis
Exclusive analysis reveals how political beliefs are becoming a driving force behind mass shootings in the US, with new research showing alarming patterns in suspect profiles.
Mormon Church Shooting Investigated as Hate Crime
A violent shooting at a Mormon church in Utah leaves multiple people wounded as authorities launch a hate crime investigation into the attack on religious worshippers.
Hindu Group's Mass 'Conversion' Event Sparks India Outrage
A mass religious ceremony in India organised by a hardline Hindu group, aiming to 'reconvert' thousands of Muslims and Christians back to Hinduism, has ignited a firestorm of controversy and allegations of coercion.
Sharia Patrols Target Texas Neighbourhoods
Exclusive reports emerge from Texas of self-appointed 'Sharia patrols' attempting to enforce Islamic law by intimidating residents and demanding businesses stop selling alcohol and pork, raising serious concerns over religious coercion and public safety.
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