RELIGION
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Russian missiles hit Ukrainian city of Sumy during Palm Sunday celebrations, killing more than 30
SUMY, Ukraine (AP) — Russian missiles struck the heart of the Ukrainian city of Sumy as people gathered to celebrate…
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New York City places street sign honoring influential Buddhist monk, Thích Nhất Hạnh
NEW YORK (RNS) — Dozens of Buddhist monastics and lay believers huddled together on a busy Upper West Side street…
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Photos of the Week: Church wrestling, US protests
(RNS) — This week’s photo gallery includes church wrestlers in England, myriad protests in the United States and more. The…
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Trans singer Sasha Allen releases single about forgiveness, Catholic acceptance
(RNS) — When Sasha Allen, a trans singer, sat down to write his first release after going independent, he thought…
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Sociologist’s new book explains why organized religion has lost relevancy
(RNS) — Traditional religion may be destined for the walls of the Cracker Barrel, a space filled with nostalgic advertisements…
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The Taliban leader says there is no need for Western laws in Afghanistan
The Taliban leader said Sunday there was no need for Western laws in Afghanistan and that democracy was dead as…
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What ‘The White Lotus’ gets wrong about the meaning and goals of common Buddhist practices
(The Conversation) — The new season of “The White Lotus” is set on a luxury resort on the Thai island…
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These churches offer shelter and sanctuary to vulnerable migrants. Here’s why
(NPR) — The Rev. Jim Rigby has one question on his mind these days: What’s the plan if immigration officers…
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In the battle to keep ICE from raiding houses of worship, the grassroots needs to flex more muscle
(RNS) — In two separate lawsuits, religious organizations are pushing back against the Trump administration’s attempt to open the way…
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DOGE raids nonprofit advocating for peace, religious freedom
(RNS) — The U.S. Institute of Peace filed a lawsuit against the Department of Government Efficiency on Tuesday (March 18),…
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