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Opinion March 4, 2026

Khamenei is dead — and Iranians dare to hope for freedom again after decades of tyranny

I have been witness to Iranian disbelief turning into celebration after Khamenei's death. It has revealed a nation's long-suppressed desire for normalcy and freedom from clerical rule.

Pope Leo XIV March 1, 2026

Pope warns escalating Iran conflict could tip Middle East into ‘irreparable abyss’

Pope Leo XIV warned Sunday that U.S.-Israel airstrikes on Iran risk plunging the Middle East into an "irreparable abyss," urging leaders to choose dialogue.

US Religions Christianity February 22, 2026

Mark Wahlberg partners with Hallow prayer app for 'Pray40' Lent challenge initiative to encourage faith

Mark Wahlberg credits key people, including a priest who influenced him at age 13, for guiding him to faith, as he now partners with Hallow to help others journey back to God during Lent.

Discovery February 22, 2026

Looters' arrest uncovers 2,000-year-old workshop near Jerusalem biblical pilgrimage path

Uncovering a 2,000-year-old stone vessel workshop that once served pilgrims, Israeli authorities caught antiquity thieves red-handed in Jerusalem cave.

World February 20, 2026

Truck smashes into famed synagogue, police charge man with hate crime: 'Very distressing'

A man is charged with a hate crime after allegedly ramming a truck into the Brisbane Synagogue gates. The 32-year-old faces multiple charges including vilification.

Vatican News & Updates February 18, 2026

Vatican declines to join Trump’s Gaza ‘Board of Peace,’ calls for UN leadership

Vatican declines to join Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza recovery, citing concerns about the initiative's nature and preferring U.N. leadership instead.

U.K. Politics February 17, 2026

Pastor accused of 'inciting religious hatred' with UK street sermon, legal advocacy group says

A pastor awaits potential charges after an arrest for allegedly "inciting religious hatred" during a street sermon, raising religious freedom concerns.

White House February 13, 2026

Catholics, conservatives cheer ouster of ex-Miss California from WH religious panel after panel controversy

Former Miss California Carrie Prejean Boller ousted from Trump's Religious Liberty Commission amid controversy over her remarks at a hearing on antisemitism.

Iran February 13, 2026

Iran regime accused of killing 19 Christians in anti-regime protests as persecution continues: watchdog

At least 19 Iranian Christians reportedly killed during protests against Iran's regime, including victims Nader Mohammadi and Zahra Arjomandi according to reports.

Media February 9, 2026

Why Bad Bunny’s ‘God Bless America’ moment at the Super Bowl sparked controversy

Bad Bunny sparked debate during the Super Bowl halftime show after invoking “God Bless America" in a broader, pan-American context.