First American Pope Begins Overseas Pilgrimage
Pope Leo XIV embarks on historic first foreign trip to Turkey and Lebanon, continuing Pope Francis's peace mission while breaking language traditions.
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Monks Resume US Peace Walk After Houston Crash
Buddhist monks resume their 2,300-mile peace walk across America after a serious crash near Houston left one with substantial leg injuries. Follow their inspiring journey for peace.
Bobby Brazier's spiritual journey in India after showbiz
EastEnders star Bobby Brazier shares his transformative Hare Krishna pilgrimage in India while maintaining acting ambitions. Exclusive insight into his spiritual awakening.
45 Indian pilgrims killed in Saudi bus crash
A bus carrying Indian Umrah pilgrims collided with a tanker near Medina, Saudi Arabia, killing 45. Read the latest on this tragic incident and the ongoing response.
45 Indian pilgrims killed in Saudi bus crash near Medina
Tragedy strikes as 45 Indian pilgrims from Hyderabad die in a fiery bus collision with a tanker near Medina. One survivor hospitalised. Indian authorities mobilise assistance.
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.
D-Day Veteran's True Story Inspires Powerful New War Film
An 89-year-old D-Day veteran's emotional pilgrimage to Normandy inspires a powerful new war film starring Pierce Brosnan, based on true events that will leave audiences deeply moved.
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.
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.
Widower walks wife's ashes from London to Ghana
Devoted husband embarks on extraordinary 4,000-mile pilgrimage carrying his late wife's ashes from their London home to her Ghanaian birthplace, fulfilling his sacred vow after her cancer battle.
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.
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.
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.
45 dead in South Africa bus crash, child sole survivor
Tragedy strikes as a bus carrying Easter pilgrims plunges 50 metres down a ravine near Mamatlakala, leaving 45 dead and sole eight-year-old survivor fighting for life.
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.
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.
Bardsey Island: Wales' Mysterious Isle of Saints
Explore Bardsey Island's fascinating history as Britain's premier pilgrimage site, home to ancient abbey ruins and remarkable wildlife in Wales' stunning coastal landscape.
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.
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.
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