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Why did Jesus tell people to make offerings in the Temple? Why did Paul call himself a Pharisee? The Bible’s answer might surprise you.

For generations of Jews, the Shabbat represented an unbreakable freedom. They knew every new Pharaoh was a phony, and that no ...

Shab-e-Barat, observed on the 15th night of Sha'ban, is a significant Islamic night for prayer and forgiveness. In 2025, it ...

There is a historical parallel hidden in plain sight in President Trump’s plan to relocate two million displaced and largely ...

Given this doctrine, Mpesa’s alleged political activities on the Sabbath have been perceived by some as a violation of religious principles. Bakili Muluzi TV’s post suggests that only a true ...

Hegseth’s orders came the same day that President Donald Trump issued a proclamation calling for the recognition of Black History Month. On Friday, Trump called “upon public officials ...

World Interfaith Harmony Week is observed annually in the first week of February to encourage peaceful coexistence among diverse religious communities. This initiative serves as a platform for ...

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 30: U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (L) takes the podium from U.S. President Donald Trump as they speak to reporters about the collision of an American Airlines ...

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 30: U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (L) takes the podium from U.S. President Donald Trump as they speak to reporters about the collision of an American Airlines flight ...

As part of the World Cancer Day 2025 observance, the Ministry will host a Panel Discussion titled “Cancer Talks”, featuring medical experts, cancer survivors, and caregivers at the Sir Arthur Lewis ...

Holocaust Remembrance Day and other “special observances” to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive order, according to a memo obtained by NBC News. The memo listed 11 observances ...