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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.

ESPN's Sam Ponder sparks trans athlete controversy

ESPN presenter Sam Ponder ignites controversy by sharing a viral video about transgender athletes in female sports, questioning fairness and sparking intense social media debate about biological advantages.

Prayer fury erupts in Mormon football rivalry

Brigham Young University faces backlash after Utah player Dillon Gabriel's pre-game prayer is interrupted, igniting religious tensions in bitter college football rivalry.

Pushy Parents: Youth Sports' Biggest Problem

Leading sports psychologists warn that overbearing parental behaviour is becoming the primary obstacle to children's athletic development and enjoyment in UK sports.

Muhammad Ali's sumo wrestling challenge in Tokyo

Discover the incredible true story of how Muhammad Ali stepped into the sumo ring against Japan's wrestling titans during his 1970s Tokyo visit - a remarkable crossover of combat sports history.

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.

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.

Fox drops Sanchez after stabbing incident

Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez has been abruptly pulled from Fox's broadcast team for Sunday's game after being involved in a serious stabbing incident in Indiana.

NCAA Allows Athlete Gambling Sponsorships in Rule U-Turn

The NCAA has overturned its controversial ban on sports betting partnerships, allowing college athletes to sign sponsorship deals with gambling companies in a landmark decision that's dividing the sports world.

Muslim man barred from escorting wife at airport over hijab

A Muslim man was prevented from accompanying his wife through airport security in Sidney, Montana, after officials cited concerns about her hijab, sparking allegations of religious discrimination and raising questions about airport security protocols.

Mark Sanchez Family Breaks Silence After Arrest

Exclusive: The family of former New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez speaks out for the first time following his dramatic arrest after a violent altercation with a truck driver in California.

Fox addresses Mark Sanchez's on-air stabbing joke

Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez faces backlash after making an inappropriate stabbing reference during Fox Sports' college football coverage, prompting an official network statement.

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.

Manchester Synagogue Stabbing: Major Incident Declared

Emergency services rush to Manchester synagogue after violent stabbing incident leaves multiple people injured. Police declare major incident as community reels from shocking attack during religious gathering.

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