Category: Religion
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What Will the Pope’s Funeral Be Like?
Pope Francis has died, the Vatican announced on Monday (21). The death of a pope triggers a series of rituals and procedures, many of which have remained unchanged for centuries. They were designed and refined to ensure secrecy and an orderly transition. Several Vatican officials assume designated roles to certify the pope’s death, organize the…
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Pope Francis: The First Latin American Pope
Francis was the first Pope from the Americas and the Southern Hemisphere. Since the death of Gregory III, born in Syria, in 741, the Catholic Church had not been led by a non-European Bishop. He was also the first Jesuit to be elected to the throne of Saint Peter. His predecessor, Benedict XVI, was the…
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Conclave: How and When Will the New Pope Be Elected?
The Dean of the College of Cardinals, 87-year-old Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, summons the cardinals to Rome for the so-called “conclave” that will elect Francisco’s successor. From 15 to 20 days after a pope’s death, the cardinals gather in the Sistine Chapel to vote by secret ballot. Only cardinals under 80 years old can vote.…
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In Some American States, Religion Is Disappearing Faster
The proportion of non-religious people in the United States is growing in all states except South Dakota, according to new research from the Pew Research Center.
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International Women’s Day: A Global Celebration of Equality and Empowerment
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Pope Francis in Critical Condition with Pneumonia and Kidney Issues, Says Vatican
Pope Francis remains hospitalized in critical condition while receiving treatment for double pneumonia and mild kidney failure, the Vatican reported on Sunday.
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Trump Proposes U.S. Takeover of Gaza and Says All Palestinians Must Leave
President Trump declared on Tuesday (4) that the United States should take control of Gaza and permanently relocate the entire Palestinian population from the devastated coastal enclave, one of the most brazen ideas any American leader has proposed in years. Welcoming Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House, Trump said that all two…
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The Year of the Snake: What You Need to Know About the Lunar New Year That Starts Today?
Hundreds of millions of people gathered in various parts of the world on Wednesday (29) to mark the beginning of the new year of the Chinese lunar calendar, celebrating the Year of the Snake with parties, dances, fireworks shows, and traditional festivals.FACTS The first new moon of the lunar calendar officially inaugurated the Year of…
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Here Are Trump’s First Executive Measures
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President Trump will begin issuing a flurry of executive orders including measures to crack down on immigration and dismantle diversity initiatives in the federal government, his team told reporters, starting his presidency with a vigorous use of power intended to signal a sharp reversal of existing policies. Trump will also act unilaterally to end regulations…
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Israel and Hamas Agree to Ceasefire in Gaza
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a 42-day ceasefire and the release of hostages in Gaza, President Biden and other leaders announced on Wednesday (15), raising hopes that a 15-month war that has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians and destroyed much of the enclave could soon come to an end. The ceasefire is set…