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The Mystery of Qaraqosh's Hidden Past

May 28, 2025

The small town of Qaraqosh in Iraq is home to a cathedral that holds more than just religious significance. The Cathedral of Al-Tahira, specifically the Chapel of S. Domenico, has recently been the focus of intense investigation. The reason? Locals spoke of human remains hidden within the chapel, be

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Former President Jimmy Carter: A Life Honored by All

January 10, 2025

The nation's leaders are coming together to say goodbye to Jimmy Carter, the 39th president, in a weeklong event that culminates in a state funeral at Washington National Cathedral. All five living U. S. presidents will attend, setting aside their political differences to pay respects to a leader wh

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Notre Dame's Triumphant Return: A Global Effort Celebrated

December 8, 2024

After a devastating fire in 2019, the historic Notre Dame cathedral in Paris has risen from the ashes, thanks to a global effort and a determined president. The grand reopening, also a diplomatic affair, saw world leaders gathered to celebrate the restoration. President Emmanuel Macron hailed the fe

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Notre Dame’s Rebirth: A Peek Inside the Famous Cathedral

November 29, 2024

Five years after that tragic fire, Notre Dame Cathedral is ready to show off its newly renovated interior. On a crisp, sunny day, French President Emmanuel Macron got a sneak peek inside the iconic cathedral. Gone are the gloomy memories of the fire; instead, visitors can now enjoy the bright, airy

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Notre-Dame's Bells Chime Again, Five Years After Fire

November 8, 2024

Five years after a massive fire damaged Notre-Dame cathedral, the historic bells rang out once more last Friday. Alexandre Gougeon, who oversaw the installation, said it was an emotional moment. The project, which lasted a year and a half, culminated in the ringing of eight restored bells from the n

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Clergy Clash Over Ukraine Cathedral

October 26, 2024

In central Ukraine, a wild brawl broke out among clergy at the St Michael’s Cathedral in Cherkasy. The fight was over who gets to control the cathedral – those supporting Ukraine or those backing Russia and its leader, Vladimir Putin. Sticks, fences, even benches were used as weapons. Fire extinguis