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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.

Jewish tourist assaulted in NYC deli hate crime

A 22-year-old Israeli visitor was violently attacked while ordering food at a New York City delicatessen in what police are investigating as an antisemitic hate crime. The assailant targeted the victim after asking about his religion.

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.

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.

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.

Surviving a salon shooting: My ex-husband's attack

A courageous hairdresser shares her harrowing story of surviving a close-range shooting by her ex-husband at the salon where she worked, exposing the brutal reality of domestic violence escalation in the UK.

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.

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.

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.

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