CogniCurrent Icon

COGNICURRENT

A compact global news feed for the bigger picture.

Regions
Topics
Saved views:
Save your current filters to revisit or share.
40 stories
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

How my mother’s death turned me against God – Abuja cleric, Apostle Orokpo

Apostle Michael Orokpo shares how his mother’s death in 2010 led him to question his faith and stray from his religious commitments for a year.

Mar 15 • 01:04 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
World

Vatican Seven / Iranian Cleric Appeals to Pope for Intervention with Trump, Vatican Already Thinking About Cuba

The article discusses the Vatican's diplomatic challenges amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, including requests for protection of Christian communities in Lebanon and an Iranian cleric's plea for peace.

Mar 13 • 16:27 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ramadan: Cleric urges Muslims to be exemplary ambassadors of Islam

A cleric in Nigeria calls on Muslims to embody the true essence of Islam through moral values and good conduct during Ramadan.

Mar 13 • 02:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
World

Khamenei pledges to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed

Mojtaba Khamenei, the new supreme cleric of Iran, has vowed to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and continue attacks on neighboring countries, particularly targeting U.S. military bases in the region.

Mar 12 • 14:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ex-APC spokesman urges US to suspend intelligence sharing with Nigeria over Gumi’s remarks

A former APC spokesman calls on the US to halt intelligence sharing with Nigeria after controversial remarks by Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi regarding banditry and the government's knowledge of bandit identities.

Mar 11 • 08:57 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Woman who accused Quebec cardinal of misconduct did not defame the cleric: lawyer

A lawyer asserts that Paméla Groleau did not defame Cardinal Marc Ouellet, as her allegations of sexual misconduct against him are true and she did not aim to harm him.

Mar 10 • 18:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Jigawa cleric outlines roles of leaders, followers in nation-building

Sheikh Na’ibi Shehu Kazaure emphasizes the importance of mutual respect between leaders and followers for nation-building during a Ramadan lecture in Jigawa State.

Mar 10 • 01:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

A senior Iranian cleric suggests that Mojtaba Jamenei, the son of the late Ayatollah, is the new supreme leader of Iran

A senior Iranian cleric indicated that Mojtaba Jamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Jamenei, may become Iran's new supreme leader, though an official announcement is yet to come.

Mar 8 • 19:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Announcement of a reward of 2.1 million, a mannequin of the cleric burned... Protests in Varanasi over comments about Yogi's mother

Protests erupted in Varanasi following offensive comments made by cleric Abdullah Saleem regarding the mother of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, with demonstrators announcing a reward for violence against him.

Mar 8 • 11:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Religious mindset revealed...': Ravi Kishan furious at the cleric who commented on CM Yogi's mother

A political controversy has erupted in India following a cleric's alleged derogatory comments about the mother of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, with BJP MP Ravi Kishan condemning the remarks.

Mar 8 • 11:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Iran: The successor to Khamenei has been elected

The new Supreme Leader of Iran has been elected, with the official announcement expected soon according to statements from cleric Ahmad Alamolhoda.

Mar 8 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Iranian cleric hints at Khamenei's son becoming the new supreme leader

A senior Iranian cleric suggested that Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the current supreme leader, may succeed his father as the new leader of Iran.

Mar 8 • 04:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Demand ‘the blood of Trump’: the message from an Iranian cleric after the sinking of the warship in the Indian Ocean

An Iranian cleric's call for retaliation against Trump follows the sinking of a U.S. warship in the Indian Ocean amid escalating tensions between Iran, Israel, and the U.S.

Mar 5 • 13:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

From Khamenei's son to moderate cleric, see the candidates considered to be the supreme leader of Iran

Iran is currently without a supreme leader following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with various candidates being speculated for the role.

Mar 5 • 12:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Iran announces new wave of attacks against Israel and cleric calls on TV to 'spill the blood of Trump and Israelis'

An Iranian cleric has called for violence against President Trump and Israelis during a television appearance, amidst rising tensions and military actions reported between Iran and shipping vessels.

Mar 4 • 17:57 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Iraq's highest Shiite cleric condemns war against Iran

A prominent Shiite cleric from Iraq urges Muslims and free people of the world to condemn the war against Iran and to support the Iranian people.

Mar 4 • 11:23 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Who is James Talarico, the Democratic cleric who scares Republicans (and Trump)

James Talarico, a young Democratic candidate, has won the primary and is set to challenge for a Senate seat in the upcoming midterm elections, positioning himself as a significant threat to Republicans.

Mar 4 • 09:35 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Ramadan - Worship Without Compassion Is Incomplete, Muslims Told

A cleric in Nigeria emphasizes the importance of compassion and social responsibility during Ramadan amid ongoing economic and social challenges.

Mar 4 • 04:56 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Shiite cleric, former PT member approves Lula government's stance on the Iran war

Rodrigo Jalloul, Brazil's first Shiite cleric and former PT candidate, supports the Lula government's response to the Iran war, emphasizing Lula's diplomatic skills and critique of both Iranian and U.S. actions.

Mar 3 • 09:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Jigawa cleric urges mothers to nurture children with patience, moral values

A prominent Islamic cleric in Jigawa, Ladidi Abdullah, calls on mothers to take a proactive role in instilling moral values and patience in their children during a Ramadan lecture.

Mar 2 • 22:11 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Firebrand anti-American cleric Alireza Arafi seen as contender to replace Iran’s Khamenei

Radical cleric Alireza Arafi has been appointed to an interim leadership council in Iran amid speculation he could succeed the late Supreme Leader Khamenei.

Mar 2 • 20:58 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

NYT called out for headline calling Ayatollah Khamenei 'hard-line cleric' who made Iran into regional power

Criticism emerged on social media over a New York Times obituary headline describing Ayatollah Khamenei as a 'hard-line cleric' who made Iran a regional power.

Mar 1 • 21:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Iran’s supreme leader Khamenei lucky, died in Jihad, says Gumi

Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi praised the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling him a 'lucky soul' who died in jihad and asserting his commitment to justice.

Mar 1 • 10:55 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
World

The Cleric Fallen in the First Round

Iran vows revenge after the killing of high-ranking officials, including its Supreme Leader, in a surprise Israeli and U.S. attack.

Mar 1 • 08:25 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Praise for Khamenei's Role: Sistani Urges Iranians to Maintain Their Unity

Iraqi Shiite cleric Ali Sistani calls on Iranians to preserve their unity in light of the challenges posed by adversaries following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Mar 1 • 06:20 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Police Given 10 Days to Complete Probe On Cleric Suspected of Molesting 12 Minors

Kenyan police have been ordered to complete their investigation into an Imam suspected of sexually abusing 12 minors within 10 days.

Feb 24 • 08:49 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Constantinople views Moscow Patriarchate as a tool of Kremlin propaganda

A Constantinople cleric expresses concerns about the Moscow Patriarchate's alignment with Kremlin propaganda and asserts the independence of the Constantinople Church in serving the community.

Feb 24 • 05:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'The roar of a lion makes dogs...': A statement from Maulana prompts a response from Avimukteshwaranand

Swami Avimukteshwaranand responded to statements from Muslim cleric Maulana Shahabuddin Razwi Barelvi regarding childbearing in relation to India's population issues, emphasizing individual responsibility over sheer numbers.

Feb 20 • 04:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

The cleric raped a 14-year-old girl, she became pregnant and gave birth to a baby

A cleric in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for raping a 14-year-old girl, resulting in her pregnancy and subsequent childbirth.

Feb 19 • 08:06 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

Danish cleric collects child pornography 'like stamps'

A Danish cleric admitted in court to downloading a massive collection of child pornography, comparing it to stamp collecting.

Feb 16 • 17:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Why male Christians shouldn’t plait hair – Cleric

A Nigerian pastor emphasizes that male Christians should refrain from plaiting their hair to maintain a distinct Christian identity in their preaching.

Feb 15 • 15:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Justice After 46 Years, Iraq Executes Official Responsible for Killing Shiite Cleric During Saddam's Regime

Iraq has executed a senior security official from Saddam Hussein's regime for his role in the assassination of a prominent Shiite cleric in 1980.

Feb 9 • 18:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Celebrate God, not sin, pastor warns youths against Valentine’s Day pressures

A cleric has urged youths to prioritize abstinence and moral values over the pressures associated with Valentine's Day.

Feb 9 • 14:51 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Iraq executes Saadoun Qaisi for the murder of Muhammad Baqir al-Sadr

Iraq has executed Saadoun Qaisi for his role in the murder of Shiite cleric Muhammad Baqir al-Sadr, following a formal judicial process.

Feb 9 • 13:52 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kaduna cleric commiserates with Kwara community over bandits attack

Apostle Emmanuel Kure expresses condolences and solidarity with a Kwara community affected by a recent bandit attack that resulted in loss of life.

Feb 8 • 18:53 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Kano court reduces bail for Islamic cleric accused of forgery

A Kano State High Court has eased the bail conditions for Islamic cleric Ibrahim Abdullahi Isa, who is accused of forging land title documents for two properties in Kano Metropolis.

Feb 4 • 20:03 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

JUST IN: Prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh ‘Rigi-Rigi’ Kusfa dies at 57

Prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh Usman Idris Kusfa, popularly known as 'Rigi-Rigi', has passed away at the age of 57 after a brief illness in Kaduna State, Nigeria.

Feb 2 • 10:08 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Top Iran prayer leader who dubbed protesters 'Trump's soldiers' calls for executions amid ongoing unrest

An Iranian cleric has called for the execution of detained protesters during a crackdown amid ongoing unrest against the regime, following President Trump's threats of intervention against violence towards protesters.

Jan 16 • 15:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Islamic prayer hall permanently closes after controversial cleric comes under scrutiny following Bondi terror attack

The Al Madina Dawah centre in Bankstown, associated with cleric Wisam Haddad, has announced its permanent closure after facing scrutiny related to the Bondi terror attack.

Jan 14 • 02:42 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Pope Leo XIV speaks out after the arrest of Nicolás Maduro, emphasizes Venezuelan sovereignty

American cleric Pope Leo XIV publicly addressed the situation in Venezuela following a U.S. military operation that captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.

Jan 4 • 14:29 UTC

Story in context

Loading Intelligence...

📡

Select a report from the feed to view analysis and related coverage.