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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

celebrities

A Fox News Chat That Sparked Questions About a Love‑Is‑Blind Star

Victor St. John, known from the dating show Love Is Blind, recently shared a TikTok clip that sparked a debate about his political views after he appeared on Fox News with his wife, Christine Hamilton. In the short video, Victor asked why a Black Democrat would choose a conservative outlet for an in

celebrities

Big Names Turning a Year Older on March 29

The calendar marks another day for stars to celebrate. One of the most famous is Eric Idle, who reaches 83 years old today. He once made a playful documentary about the fictional band The Rutles, showing his love for parody and music. Brendan Gleeson also marks 71 this year. He is preparing to ta

opinion

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,

sports

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

science

Space Journey: A New Crew Heads for the Moon

The team that will circle the moon this year looks very different from the astronauts who first landed there in 1969. The group includes a woman, a person of color and a Canadian, reflecting the diversity of today’s space program. Commander Reid Wiseman, a 50‑year‑old former Navy captain and widowe

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