Geneva. On March 4th the United Kingdom called for urgent global action to combat torture and protect freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) in detention centers, following a stark warning from the UN Special...
A church donation by Kenyan President William Ruto has caused unrest in the country, the BBC reports. Protesters tried to storm a church that had received a large donation from the head of state....
On March 8, the three patriarchs of the Christian churches in Syria - the Siro-Yakobite Patriarch Ignatius Aphrem II, the Orthodox Antioch Patriarch John X and the Melkite (Catholic Uniate) Patriarch Youssef (Joseph) Absi -...
The UN’s latest discussions on freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) once again revealed two troubling trends: Hungary’s continued refusal to address serious religious discrimination, and the misuse of the FoRB space by multiple states to wage geopolitical battles, rather than...
In France, Miviludes is a sub-agency of the Ministry of Interior, dedicated to fight against what they call “cults”, which encompasses a large variety of well accepted abroad new religious movements as well as...
The Russian state news agency TASS reported end of february a “thwarted terrorist act against Metropolitan Tikhon (Shevkunov) of Simferopol and Crimea.”
Two of his students, graduates of the Sretensky Theological Seminary, have been arrested....
KINGNEWSWIREAGENCY - On February 22, 2025, the first Ideal Dianetics and Scientology Center in the Czech Republic opened in Pilsen. The event marked a milestone for local community projects and spiritual development. Guests, including...
The resort town of Karlovy Vary in the Czech Republic, traditionally popular with Russian tourists, is known for its thermal springs and colonnades. However, it has recently been receiving increasing attention from the Russian...
The Patriarch of Alexandria Theodore II celebrated his name day in Kenya, where on February 17 he celebrated the Divine Liturgy in the church of “St. Macarius of Egypt” at the patriarchal school “Archbishop...
SOFIA, BULGARIA—In a celebration of unity through diversity, the 'Magnificent Bridges of Light' concert took center stage on February 17th at Sofia’s Military Club. The event, held beneath the grand arches of the venue’s...
Can I influence the posthumous fate of a deceased loved one through prayer?
Answer:
There are opinions in Church Tradition on this matter that differ greatly from each other.
First of all, we remember the words of...
"The 21" is not just a film; it is an unflinching testament to the resilience of the human spirit, the power of faith in the face of unimaginable suffering, and the enduring legacy of...
Last 27 January 2025 in Rome, the signing of the Agreement (Intesa) between the Italian Republic and the Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Italy (DOR) represents a significant moment for religious pluralism in the country....
KINGNEWSWIRE // Washington, D.C. – February 6, 2025 – The International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit 2025 brought together a diverse coalition of religious leaders, human rights advocates, and policymakers to discuss global religious freedom challenges....
Truth lies at the heart of Fyodor Dostoevsky's powerful novel, The Brothers Karamazov, where you are invited to explore the profound themes of faith, morality, and the search for truth. As you explore into...
BRUSSELS – In an unprecedented display of solidarity, 125 Members of the European Parliament and national parliaments across Europe have endorsed a statement by United Nations Special Rapporteurs and experts, condemning the escalating persecution...
Washington, D.C. — Elder Ulisses Soares of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints delivered a compelling call for compassion as the cornerstone of religious freedom...
In February of this year, Professor Nazila Ghanea, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief, submitted a proper report on the link between torture prevention and religious liberty.
The Miviludes (Mission interministérielle de vigilance et de lutte contre les dérives sectaires) is the country’s main institution for the fight against sectarian risks. Established in 2002, its mission is to watch and combat what it considers to be groups that pose a risk to public order or individual freedoms. Nonetheless, over the years Miviludes has come under increasing scrutiny for the lack of transparency, the sensationalist rhetoric and the questionable methodologies. Also, its relationship with the media is rather close which has created a feedback loop that amplifies the public fears and stigmatizes religious minorities.
On January 18, during a morning attack, two Russian ballistic missiles hit the city’s St. Andrew the First-Called UOC cathedral in the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhia. The dome of the church collapsed.
Fr. Konstantin Kostyukovich...
The Romanian Orthodox Church encourages Christians to donate their organs when it is necessary to save the life of another person. This is clear from a text recently published on the official website of...
Alaska Educator Sues Psychiatric Facility After Being Forcibly Committed for Expressing Her Faith
Mary Fulp, a respected educator and the 2022 Alaska Principal of the Year, never expected that her heartfelt expression of faith would...
KINGNEWSWIRE // In its efforts to uphold rights worldwide the Church of Scientology plays a significant role in the fight, against human trafficking by raising awareness through campaigns and educational programs and collaborating internationally. Scientologists are...
Two years after his election as head of the Cyprus Archdiocese, Archbishop George spoke in an interview with the newspaper "Phileleuteros" about the problems he has encountered in the management of church property.
He intends...
The Bahá’í World Resumes Historic Series with New Volume Highlighting Global Spiritual and Social Progress
A treasured chronicle of spiritual and social evolution has been revitalized with the release of the 35th volume of The...