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Scientists who chase the invisible mass that fills most of space often look beyond equations. Some find comfort in stories from their faith, while others see it as a distraction. A pioneering astronomer who proved that galaxies need extra gravity took her Jewish teachings to help explain the u

Police Stop Cardinal from Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday

The Old City of Jerusalem is full of sacred places. On Palm Sunday, a day that starts Holy Week for Christians, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem tried to visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Police stopped him and a friar from entering the church. They said security worries linked to the Iran con

Peaceful Voice, Not a War Chant

Pope Leo spoke to thousands in St. Peter’s Square on Palm Sunday, a day that marks the start of the holy week before Easter for Catholics worldwide. He said God does not answer prayers from those who start wars, describing such leaders as having “hands full of blood. ” The pope’s words came amid the

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Peace Over Power: A New Look at an Old Story

The old pattern of leaders quoting holy books to justify war still shows up today. Some politicians lift verses that praise a warrior’s training and use them as proof that fighting is holy. They claim the gods give them permission to kill and conquer. But if you read further into the same story,

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American Soccer Tests Belgium in Friendly Showdown

The U. S. men's team faced Belgium on a sunny afternoon, using the match as a chance to evaluate new talents ahead of major tournaments. The game was set in an indoor stadium with climate control, yet the organizers included a cooling break to mimic conditions expected at the World Cup. Some fans bo

Religion and Porn: A Protective Twist

The study looked at 2, 806 adults across the United States. It matched participants to census data so that the sample reflects the real population. Researchers wanted to know if being religious or disliking porn helps people avoid problems or if it actually causes more trouble. They measured how of

Faith’s Two‑Toned Trend

"The early 2020s saw the rise of secularism pause, a plateau that sparked heated talks about whether America is heading back to faith or just slipping further away. Those who see a comeback point to bright stories: more Bible copies sold, young men flocking to Eastern Orthodoxy, and a jump in Cathol

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Crypto Faith: Churches, Coins and Controversy

In Nashville, a couple named Todd and Janet Gatewood started a radio show that mixes religion with digital money. They see falling prices as a chance to buy more bitcoin. Some Christian leaders and entrepreneurs are pushing the idea that cryptocurrencies can help believers invest, worship or even fi

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High School Sports Showdown: Strikes, Scoring and Transfers