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In Dallas, Southern Baptists target porn, sports betting and same-sex marriage
Southern Baptists meeting in Dallas will be asked to support banning pornography and reversing the U.S. Supreme Court’s approval of same-sex marriage.
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A Sikh Captain America? Why religious diversity matters in the comics universe
Representation of many of the world’s faiths and spiritual traditions has been minimal to nonexistent in the mainstream comics universe.
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What is Hajj and why is the annual pilgrimage to Mecca important to Muslims?
Millions of Muslims from all over the world have converged on Mecca in Saudi Arabia to partake in Islam’s annual Hajj pilgrimage.
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What is Eid al-Adha and why do Muslims celebrate it?
Eid al-Adha, or the “Feast of Sacrifice,” is one of Islam’s holiest festivals, honoring Ibrahim’s devotion to God and marking the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
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Texas bill requiring Ten Commandments in public schools moves closer to governor's desk
Gov. Greg Abbott is expected to sign the legislation. The state’s requirement of a Ten Commandments display follows similar laws in Louisiana and Arkansas.
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How many Americans believe in astrology and rely on fortunetelling? A new survey has answers
A lot of American adults — about 3 in 10 — make use of astrology, tarot cards or fortunetellers at least once a year. But only a small fraction of them rely on what they learn from these practices to make major decisions.
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New pope's social media posts offer some insight into his politics
Pope Leo XIV’s online footprint was quickly dissected, sparking mixed reactions from the right over posts seemingly critical of Trump and Vance.
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What's in a papal name? The last time a pope was called Leo
The name a new pope chooses is often the first clue to his priorities. The last pope named Leo was Leo XIII, who began his papacy in 1878.
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Who is the new pope? Everything to know about Pope Leo XIV
The new leader of the Catholic Church is American Robert Francis Prevost, Cardinal Dominique Mamberti announced to a crowd in St. Peter’s Square.
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Christian organization long plagued by allegations of child sex abuse faces another lawsuit
A Florida-based Christian organization with a history of child sex abuse allegations against it has been hit with a lawsuit claiming one of its missionaries sexually assaulted a minor overseas 15 years ago.
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As cardinals converge on Vatican, here's what to expect from a modern conclave
Catholic cardinals from around the world are converging on Vatican City in advance of the conclave that will elect the successor to Pope Francis.
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Supreme Court appears poised to rule for parents who objected to LGBTQ content in elementary schools
The Supreme Court on Tuesday appeared likely to rule for parents who objected on religious grounds to books made available in a school district’s elementary schools that feature stories about gay and transgender characters.
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Pope Francis created a ‘seismic shift' toward acceptance, LGBTQ Catholics say
LGBTQ Catholics and theologians said the late pontiff’s legacy teaches that change can happen when leaders are willing to listen.
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Pope Francis' legacy: A papacy of reform and inclusion
From the beginning, Pope Francis set a tone of openness and care, shifting the Church from strict doctrinal enforcement to a more merciful stance.
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What happens when a pope dies? Funeral and conclave explained
Here’s what happens after a pope dies, from his funeral to selecting a new pope for the Catholic Church.
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Pope Francis dies at 88
Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88 of a stroke after months of respiratory and digestive health issues.
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Pope Francis died of a stroke and heart failure
Pope Francis, a reformer who rattled the Catholic Church’s conservatives and inspired some progressives, has died. Follow along for live updates.
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Pope Francis, Latin America's first pontiff, dies at 88
Pope Francis, the popular Roman Catholic pontiff who advocated a more compassionate papacy and a less traditionalist approach than his predecessor, has died. He was 88.
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Four centuries later, Easter's date remains divisive. Some church leaders want that to change
Western churches adopted the Gregorian calendar in 1582, while the Eastern Orthodox Church kept the older Julian one, meaning each group can celebrate Easter up to 5 weeks apart.
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What is Good Friday? Here's what to know about the holy holiday
Two days before Easter Sunday is another important Christian holiday. Known as Good Friday, the holy day commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.