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A new community center on Thailand's Koh Phangan offers Israeli travelers a secular alternative to religious outreach, featuring philosophy workshops, yoga, and Thai cooking classes. The Secular House aims to strengthen non-religious Jewish identity for the thousands of Israelis who visit the popular island each year.
India's Kerala state has achieved ten consecutive years without communal violence, even as religious tensions rise elsewhere in the country. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan credits firm government action and an uncompromising stance against divisive forces for maintaining peace.
Ilana Greenberg was just 17 when she recited 408 digits of pi in under a minute, earning a Guinness World Record. Now at Yale studying physics and math, she's proving Orthodox Jewish education can launch brilliant STEM careers.
A London professor discovered dozens of previously inaccessible documents in Pakistan revealing Indian freedom fighter Bhagat Singh as a sophisticated thinker, not just a martyr. The archives could transform understanding of one of history's most radical young minds.
A Hindu temple in Chennai has been cooking and serving iftar meals to the Muslim community every Ramadan for nearly four decades. What started with one man's vision of compassion has grown into a tradition that feeds 1,200 people daily.
A hyperrealistic ceramic figurine from ancient Colombia captures the wrinkled face and authority of a revered elder who commanded both love and fear. The 25-inch statue reveals how the Tumaco-Tolita people honored their powerful leaders over two millennia ago.
Transcendental meditation doesn't just calm your mind. New research shows it actually turns down genes linked to aging and stress.
American men under 30 are returning to religion in record numbers, with 42% now calling faith "very important" compared to just 28% two years ago. The shift marks a surprising reversal in traditional gender patterns and signals a broader cultural change among young people.
Over a million people filled Madrid's streets Sunday to witness Pope Leo preside over an open-air Mass, marking the first papal visit to Spain in 15 years. The celebration featured Spain's beloved tradition of flower-petal carpet processions for the Corpus Domini feast day.
A Massachusetts town just launched a volunteer network that helps seniors stay independent in their own homes with rides, errands, and companionship. The Athol Kindness Connection already has members calling before volunteers are even fully trained.
A Polish cardinal told Vatican leaders that the parable of the Good Samaritan reveals how the Church should engage with today's world. His message: recognize suffering everywhere, and learn from acts of kindness, even from unexpected sources.
After years of declining attendance, young men are flooding back to churches across America at rates not seen in decades. This unexpected spiritual awakening could reshape the nation's cultural future.
Actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay broke tradition by addressing thousands of supporters immediately after becoming Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister, promising zero corruption and a government focused on women's safety and accountability. In a powerful speech, he emphasized his humble roots and vowed that his administration would have only one power center: him.
Thousands of readers shared the books that fundamentally changed their lives, revealing a powerful list of titles that shifted perspectives and sparked personal growth. From classic fiction to modern self-help, these top picks prove the written word still has the power to transform.
A spirits entrepreneur is giving away an entire college campus in Vermont to a Catholic or Christian institution that shares his vision for spiritual renewal in America. Raj Peter Bhakta bought the historic property during the pandemic and now wants to see it become a center for faith-based education.
Thousands across Hubballi-Dharwad celebrated India's 77th Republic Day with parades, cultural programs, and community gatherings that brought the twin cities together. Students, officials, and residents honored the Constitution while looking toward India's future as a developed nation by 2047.
India just celebrated its 77th Republic Day, marking the moment its Constitution took effect in 1950. Five other countries around the world also commemorate their own transitions to republican government with national holidays.
Ilana Greenberg broke a Guinness World Record by reciting 408 digits of pi from memory in under a minute at just 17 years old. Her story challenges stereotypes about Orthodox Jewish education and women in STEM fields.
Volunteering in America has bounced back stronger than ever, with nearly two-thirds of adults now donating their time to charitable causes. The 2025 Gallup poll shows Americans are choosing to give time over money as they rebuild community connections.
A Catholic priest spun electronic beats in Buenos Aires's main plaza, blending Pope Francis's words with dance music to honor the late pontiff's first death anniversary. Hundreds gathered for the innovative tribute that brought spiritual messages to younger generations through club culture.
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