Officially established as a monastic community in 1054, its spiritual significance dates back even further, with Christian monks inhabiting the area as early as the 4th century. Despite its ...

A local resistance group fighting against the military government in Myanmar has acknowledged responsibility for the killing last week of a Buddhist monk and his disciple in the country’s eastern regi ...

Cutting-edge technology allows a team of Israeli researchers to determine that mysterious ironclad remains found in a church ...

In the Triumph of Orthodoxy service on the first Sunday of Great Lent, the clergy and faithful proclaim bold statements of ...

Foreman, an icon in the boxing community, won gold in the 1968 Olympic Games and was a two-time heavyweight champion with an ...

Buddhist monks are influential in their local communities ... In addition to the scattered killings of Buddhist and Christian clergy, dozens of houses of worship of both religions have been ...

George Foreman's daughter Freeda died by suicide in March 2019 at the age of 42 George Foreman held many titles: Olympic gold medalist, two-time heavyweight boxing champion, and grill entrepreneur.

Streets closer to religious places, adjacent to churches, or with prominent devout members got their names inspired by them.

Talented, passionate and perseverance are three characteristics Ava Garza embodies. Her dedication has earned her the ...

Here are some of the major stories about the Catholic Church from around the world that you may have missed this week: ...

Cardinal Marcello Semeraro outlines the journey to canonization. Even from his hospital bed, Pope Francis wanted to make sure ...