Disgraced Baptist Pastor Henry Lyons Dies Aged 80
Former National Baptist Convention president Henry Lyons, who served prison time for financial crimes, has passed away aged 80. The controversial religious leader's legacy remains complex.
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Buddhist monk guilty of child sex abuse in Melbourne temple
A senior Buddhist monk at a Melbourne temple has been convicted of multiple child sexual abuse offences, with victims as young as five years old suffering systematic abuse over several years.
Pope Francis urges international action to save Lebanon
In a powerful address from Beirut, Pope Francis calls for international intervention to prevent Lebanon's collapse and urges regional stability amid escalating tensions.
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.
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.
Pastor Marvin Winans victim of $300K donation theft scam
Prominent Detroit pastor and gospel singer Marvin Winans becomes victim of sophisticated fraud scheme targeting church donations, with thieves making off with nearly $300,000.
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.
Mosque Leader: Muslim Women Don't Need Saving
The female leader of a British mosque challenges stereotypes as she defends Muslim women's right to choose their own activities, following controversy over a women-only charity run.
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.
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.
Pastor Robert Morris Admits Child Sexual Abuse, Resigns
Prominent Texas pastor Robert Morris resigns from Gateway Church after confessing to 'inappropriate sexual behaviour' with a 12-year-old girl in the 1980s, sparking widespread condemnation and investigation.
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.
Megachurch founder guilty of child sex crimes
Robert Shinn, founder of a prominent Texas megachurch, faces decades behind bars after being found guilty of multiple child sex offences involving teenage congregants.
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.
Tory Rebel Launches Countdown Clock to Topple Kemi Badenoch
A Conservative MP has secretly launched a 500-day countdown to oust Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch from party leadership, exposing deep divisions within the Tory ranks as the party trails heavily in the polls.
Bridget Phillipson appointed Labour's new deputy leader
Keir Starmer appoints Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson as Labour's new deputy leader, replacing Lucy Powell in a strategic reshuffle following the party's general election victory.
Starmer's Painful Expression Steals Show at Labour Conference
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer was caught in visible discomfort during his keynote conference speech, his pained expression sparking a wave of social media reaction and raising questions about his physical state.
Inside the Rayner-Starmer Power Struggle
An exclusive insight into the simmering tensions between Deputy Leader Angela Rayner and Sir Keir Starmer's top aides, revealing a battle for influence at the heart of the Labour Party.
Navalny Poisoned with Novichok: Kremlin Accused
Exclusive: Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny is in a coma after a suspected Novichok poisoning, with allies pointing the finger directly at the Kremlin and President Vladimir Putin.
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