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🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Prophets and Profits - the Art of the Sell in Shepherd Bushiri's YouTube Sermons

The article discusses the sermons of Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, emphasizing his controversial financial teachings and influence in the evangelical movement in southern Africa.

Feb 27 • 04:50 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Who came to Moses in a modest manner?

The article discusses the identity of the women who approached Moses, suggesting they were the daughters of Prophet Shuayb, based on various scholarly interpretations.

Feb 26 • 11:16 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Cynic, Provocateur, or Prophet of Western Civilization? The Writer Houellebecq Celebrates His 70th Birthday

French writer Michel Houellebecq, celebrated for his controversial views on Western civilization, turns 70 and continues to polarize opinions as both a cynic and a profound observer.

Feb 25 • 09:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The Vallecas Stabber Accused of Jihadism: 'The Prophet Spoke to Me and Told Me Today is Judgment Day'

An 18-year-old man in Vallecas, Spain, was arrested after stabbing three people while proclaiming jihadist messages and claiming he was a messenger of Allah.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Bushiri Fires Back At Findings of South African Investigators

Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has criticized South Africa's Special Investigating Unit (SIU) for allegedly spreading false claims regarding his immigration status.

Feb 25 • 03:38 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

What is the authenticity of the Prophet's narration about the 'Mahdi' and the end-time battles?

The article discusses the authenticity of the Prophet Muhammad's narrations regarding the Mahdi and the end-time battles, emphasizing the importance of careful interpretation of such texts.

Feb 24 • 16:15 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Damning Probe Into Home Affairs Names 'Prophet' Bushiri

An investigation by South Africa's Special Investigation Unit reveals widespread corruption in Home Affairs, implicating figures like Shepherd Bushiri in securing residency permits through bribery and deception.

Feb 24 • 05:29 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Paty Trial: 'Cartoons are not accepted by any Muslim,' claims an accused

Abdelhakim Sefrioui faces retrial for his role in the hate campaign leading to the assassination of teacher Samuel Paty, reiterating his belief that depictions of the Prophet Muhammad are universally unacceptable to Muslims.

Feb 23 • 15:16 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Dates: The 'Emergency Battery' Recommended by the Prophet Whose Secret Has Been Revealed by Science

This article discusses the nutritional benefits of dates, which are likened to an 'emergency battery' due to their ability to quickly provide energy and satisfaction to hunger, as recommended by the Prophet Muhammad.

Feb 23 • 12:50 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

What is the story of the 'Loving Woman' with Prophet Joseph?

The article discusses the biblical story of Prophet Joseph and the woman who fell deeply in love with him, analyzing various scholarly interpretations of the text from the Quran.

Feb 22 • 10:47 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Houellebecq, prophet of misfortune: 'Westerners who want to live, you are at the end of the game'

Michel Houellebecq publishes a new collection of poetry and an album of spoken word, reflecting his gloomy outlook on the current state of the world.

Feb 22 • 08:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Long March of Jesse, the Prophet Who Smelled Power

Jesse Jackson, a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement and a prominent voice following Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, passed away at the age of 84 after a long illness.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Self-proclaimed Georgian prophet digs in Sigulda's Devil's Cave, convinced it is God's temple

A self-proclaimed prophet from Georgia has begun unauthorized excavation work in the renowned Sigulda Devil's Cave, believing it to be a sacred site.

Feb 17 • 22:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Egyptian artist's lineage to the House of Prophet Muhammad ignites debate between the union and the Sherifs

An Egyptian artist claims her lineage to the House of the Prophet Muhammad, sparking discussions and backlash on social media.

Feb 17 • 07:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Mixed Reactions in Nimba After Supreme Court Sentences Prophet Key to Six Months

The Supreme Court of Liberia sentenced Prophet Key to six months in prison for contempt, eliciting mixed reactions from various community groups in Nimba County.

Feb 16 • 16:02 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Sports

The 'omen from the shred gods' that was destined to be a false prophet

Valentino Guseli interpreted a snapped camera cable during the Winter Olympics halfpipe final as an omen for teammate Scotty James, who ultimately did not win gold.

Feb 14 • 01:45 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Theater: Bring Me the Head of the Prophet

Michael Thalheimer's staging of 'Salome' presents a raw and archaic interpretation of the biblical tale, stripping away its lyrical elements to deliver a stark dramatic experience.

Feb 9 • 13:59 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Popular Social Media Commentator Risks Jail Term

Liberian social media commentator 'Prophet Key' faces contempt of court charges for persistent insults directed at the Chief Justice and the Supreme Court justices.

Feb 9 • 10:20 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Don't miss these photos: demonstration for a million, weather prophet, or a prince chased by hounds

The article presents a selection of impactful images capturing various global events from protests to the absurdity of life amidst war, highlighting both human and emotional moments.

Feb 8 • 16:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Testimony of Kyriakitsa Kotzakidi: We only ate walnuts for five or six days

Kyriakitsa Kotzakidi recounts the struggle of her community during a difficult period, highlighting their reliance on walnuts as their only food for days.

Feb 8 • 09:57 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Calendar: The Sunday of the Prodigal Son, today February 8 – What holiday is today

Today, February 8, the Orthodox Church commemorates several saints including the Prodigal Son and the prophet Zechariah.

Feb 8 • 05:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Life & Tech

VIDEO: ‘Your life is an award,’ Odumeje encourages Davido after Grammy loss

Prophet Odumeje encourages singer Davido to focus on his music and personal achievements rather than his Grammy loss, stating that his life is already an award.

Feb 4 • 14:01 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

The Emperor

The article discusses the phrase 'Mene, Mene, Tekel, u-Pharsin' from the Bible, recounting its origin in the Book of Daniel during King Belshazzar's feast and its interpretation by the prophet Daniel.

Jan 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

The Future War is Here: François Mitterrand, Prophet of the War in Ukraine?

The article discusses how François Mitterrand, former French president, expressed concerns about a potential conflict in Ukraine as early as 1991, according to his former chief of staff.

Jan 9 • 09:35 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Lautréamont, the surrealist prophet who sang the rage of 'Maldoror'

This article explores the life and mysterious circumstances surrounding Isidore Ducasse, known as Lautréamont, whose death in Paris marked a pivotal moment in surrealist literature.

Jan 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Obituary for Béla Tarr: A Negative Prophet

Filmmaker Béla Tarr, known for his minimalist storytelling style, has passed away at the age of 70, leaving a significant mark on Eastern European and European cinema.

Jan 6 • 14:58 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
Crime & Justice

Self-styled ‘prophet’ arrested in Ghana over doomsday flood scare

A self-proclaimed prophet in Ghana has been arrested for spreading alarming predictions of an imminent doomsday flood.

Jan 2 • 13:52 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Outrage over the false prophet Embo Noah who predicted the world's destruction by flood on Christmas Day

The false prophet Embo Noah has incited outrage by predicting a catastrophic flood on Christmas Day, convincing thousands to sell their possessions to join his 'arks'.

Dec 26 • 17:39 UTC

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