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OPINION March 17, 2024

What I saw in Israel was inspiring, despite the horrorscape left by Hamas

Months after October 7, Israel is still at war with terrorist Hamas. Loved ones await the return of the hostages. And what I saw in Israel was inspiring, despite the horror.

Holiday March 17, 2024

St. Patrick's Day fun facts: Things you may not know about the Irish celebration

St. Patrick's Day, celebrated each year on March 17, is enjoyed by those who are Irish and those who are not. Check out these fun facts associated with the holiday.

Lent and Life March 16, 2024

'The Great Lent': Why some Christians will start observing Lent on Monday

Protodeacon Patrick Mitchell, from the Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Washington, DC, tells Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital about Orthodox traditions during Lent.

Pope Francis March 15, 2024

Pope acknowledges health problems and backlash, but says he isn't going anywhere in new memoir

Pope Francis released an autobiography entitled “Life: My Story Through History," which is being published on March 19, the eleventh anniversary of his installation as pope.

Europe March 15, 2024

Polish Catholics elect new leader as church grapples with aftermath of sexual abuse

The Polish Catholic Church, facing declining church attendance due to scandals of clergy abuse, has elected Archbishop Tadeusz Wojda as its new leader.

Africa March 15, 2024

Self-styled 'prophet' charged with exploiting 251 children through labor in Zimbabwe

A man identifying himself as a prophet has been charged with exploiting children in Zimbabwe after police raided his compound, where he led a religious sect.

India March 15, 2024

Muslims in India voice concerns that new citizenship law could further marginalize them

India's recent implementation of a citizenship law has sparked controversy due to its exclusion of Muslims, raising concerns about a Hindu nationalist agenda.

Lent and Life March 15, 2024

Evangelical leader stresses sacrifices of martyrs this Lent: 'Be inspired by them'

Rev. Johnnie Moore, president of The Congress of Christian Leaders, reflects on the persecution of Christians happening around the world — and what others of faith can learn from this.

Israel March 14, 2024

Israeli police prepare for first Friday of Ramadan amid online incitement, calls for violence

Israel will deploy thousands of police officers across Jerusalem on Friday to enable Ramadan prayers at the Islam’s third-holiest site, the al-Aqsa Mosque.

Benjamin Netanyahu March 14, 2024

Schumer calls for new Israeli leader to replace Netanyahu in Senate floor speech

Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., called for new elections in Israel in a floor speech on Thursday, saying this is the only option for a two-state solution to move forward.