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Peter Thiel’s Secret Rome Talks Stir Church Debate

March 15, 2026

A billionaire from Silicon Valley is holding a closed‑door meeting in Rome. The event, which started on Sunday and will finish Wednesday, talks about a figure called the Antichrist. Only invited guests can attend; journalists are not allowed. The place of the talks is not known to the public. Peopl

politics

Faith Walks Toward Cleaner Air in New Mexico

March 15, 2026

A group of faith‑based activists started a 328‑mile foot journey from Carlsbad to Santa Fe, hoping to draw attention to a bill that would cut New Mexico’s greenhouse gas emissions by 45 % from 2005 levels by 2030. The trip, part of a broader coalition called Clear Horizons New Mexico, aimed to meet

politics

Kast’s New Focus: Crime, Borders and a Different Style

March 14, 2026

The new president of Chile has taken a clear stance on the two issues that most people care about today: crime and immigration. He has announced tougher prison rules, longer sentences for gang members, and a plan to curb the flow of people from Venezuela. He also said he will station more sold

health

Building Health Together in a Boston Neighborhood

March 14, 2026

In a bustling part of Boston, two very different places of worship—a Sunni Muslim mosque and a Protestant Christian church—have become the focus of a study that looks beyond the usual ways health is promoted. The research team wanted to know how members of these faith communities think about what

politics

Oil Rich, Youth Poor: Congo’s Young People Search for a Better Future

March 13, 2026

The capital city of Pointe‑Noire buzzes early, with market stalls and street sellers hustling through crowds. Among them is Romain Tchicaya, a 37‑year‑old who once studied management but now sells medicines in small, informal stalls because job prospects are scarce. He says the country’s oil wealth

health

Measles Watch in South Carolina: A Tight‑Knit Response

March 13, 2026

South Carolina’s health officials keep a close eye on measles even as the number of new cases falls. They are double‑checking every suspected case, especially with spring break on the horizon and the risk of a new spike. The current outbreak is the biggest in the state since 2000, and it rivals the

religion

Faith and Family: How Parents of Children with Disabilities Feel About Their Beliefs

March 13, 2026

Parents who raise kids with disabilities in the United States often turn to religion for comfort and guidance. A study surveyed 330 such parents, asking them about their religious habits and how strong they feel their faith is. The results showed that most of these parents reported very high levels

religion

Education Levels Vary Widely Among U. S. Religions

March 13, 2026

The latest national survey shows that people who follow smaller religions tend to have higher education. Hindu and Jewish Americans lead the way, with about 70 % of Hindus and 65 % of Jews holding a bachelor’s degree or more. These groups are tiny in the country, making up less than 1 % and ab

religion

Clergy, Mental Health, and the Need for Extra Help

March 12, 2026

In many faith communities, church leaders are often the first people who listen when someone feels low. This is especially true in Canada’s Pentecostal Assemblies, where ministers serve a growing and diverse group of believers. A recent study asked 29 seasoned pastors to share their thoughts on m

weather

A Sudden Shift: From Tornado Tragedy to Winter‑Like Weather in the East

March 11, 2026

The night a powerful tornado tore through Lake Village, Indiana, left two people dead and many injured. The victims were an elderly couple from the same family. Firefighters found several severely hurt residents right after the storm, but fewer than ten were taken to hospitals; some people chose to