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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lord of the Steps: procession gathers and moves thousands of faithful in Florianópolis; VIDEO

Thousands of faithful attended the traditional Lord of the Steps procession in Florianópolis, celebrating a historic religious event with deep local significance.

Mar 22 • 14:33 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did Faiz Khan say about the fight between Shia and Sunni?

Faiz Khan discussed the longstanding conflict between Sunni and Shia Muslims, emphasizing its historical significance and impact on religious and cultural differences.

Mar 20 • 05:47 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Why is today Men's Day celebrated?

Men's Day, celebrated on March 19, recognizes the role of men in various societies and has both cultural and religious significance.

Mar 19 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Saint Joseph's Day: see the mass schedule at Catholic churches in Fortaleza and the Metropolitan Region

Fortaleza's Archdiocese has a special schedule of masses and processions to celebrate Saint Joseph's Day, a significant cultural and religious event in Ceará.

Mar 19 • 09:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The long-duration solar eclipse of 2026 will occur on August 12

The second solar eclipse of 2026 will take place on August 12, coinciding with the festival of Hariyali Amavasya, which increases its religious significance.

Mar 16 • 06:13 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A long-duration solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026

The second solar eclipse of 2026 will take place on August 12, coinciding with the festival of greenery Amavasya, which adds to its religious significance.

Mar 16 • 06:07 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Holy Week: When it Begins

Holy Week will commence from the last Sunday of March until the first Sunday of April this year in Ecuador.

Mar 13 • 13:15 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Hindu New Year to Start from March 19, Why Will It Be a 13-Month Year?

The Hindu New Year will commence on March 19, 2026, marking the beginning of Vikram Samvat 2083, which holds significant cultural and religious importance in India.

Mar 11 • 03:23 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Between the Vow of Mary and Cambridge Research: Fasting as the Oldest Biotechnological Therapy for Healing

The article discusses the historical and scientific significance of fasting, highlighting its potential health benefits and various forms beyond just religious practices.

Mar 6 • 11:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Why should we care about the Arabic language?

The article discusses the importance of the Arabic language, particularly in relation to its historical context, religious significance, and cultural identity.

Mar 5 • 16:42 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How to Celebrate Holi According to Your Zodiac Sign, What Will the Day Be Like? Learn from an Astrologer

The article discusses the celebration of Holi in India, its scientific and religious significance, and offers zodiac-specific advice on how to celebrate this festival.

Mar 4 • 04:58 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Do you know why there is a need to remain silent all day during the Ņepi festival on Bali?

The article explores the cultural significance of the Ņepi festival in Bali, emphasizing the importance of silence and religious ritual in the lives of the Balinese people.

Mar 3 • 08:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VU astronomer named an asteroid in honor of St. Casimir

A Vilnius University astronomer has named an asteroid after St. Casimir, reflecting the historical and religious significance of the figure in Lithuania.

Mar 3 • 08:25 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Lunar Eclipse Takes Place on Falgun Purnima Today, Know the Right Timing for Bathing and Donation

The sacred day of Falgun Purnima coincides with a lunar eclipse in 2026, heightening its religious significance and importance for rituals involving bathing and donations.

Mar 3 • 01:18 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Video.. Highlights of Al-Aqsa Mosque

The article presents a video showcasing the historical and religious significance of Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, covering its architectural features and importance in Islam.

Mar 2 • 08:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Story of the Mosque: 'Maqam al-Arba'een' on Mount Qasioun in Damascus

The 'Maqam al-Arba'een' mosque in Damascus is situated on Mount Qasioun and is rich in historical and religious significance, believed to be on the site of the first murder in history.

Mar 2 • 05:27 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Lunar Eclipse on March 3, note the correct time and rules of Sutak

A lunar eclipse will occur in India on March 3, 2026, with specific Sutak timings that hold religious significance.

Mar 1 • 06:19 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How Many Circumambulations Should Be Made Around Holika Dahan: 3, 5, or 7?

The article discusses the significance and traditional rituals associated with Holika Dahan in Hinduism, focusing on the importance of circumambulation and specific guidelines for the festival.

Feb 27 • 05:57 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

From the Great Mosque of Algiers to Ibn Badis Mosque: Algeria's Places for Taraweeh

During Ramadan, Algerians flock to mosques for Taraweeh prayers, highlighting the spiritual significance of these religious spaces.

Feb 24 • 08:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

When the Self is Confined in a Psychological Prison

The article discusses the significance of confinement, both physically and psychologically, highlighting its impact on human well-being and mental health.

Feb 23 • 00:10 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Feast Day Calendar: Important Sunday – Who Celebrates Today, February 22

The Orthodox Church commemorates the Finding of the Sacred Relics of Saints Martyred in Eugenios, along with other saints, on February 22.

Feb 22 • 03:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Longest Lunar Eclipse of the Year is Coming, One Mistake Could Be Costly

The first lunar eclipse of 2026 on March 3 is expected to be the longest of the year, with a special significance for viewers in India due to its visibility and associated religious customs.

Feb 21 • 14:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Infographic: Learn about the mosques of the Old City of Jerusalem

The article provides an overview of the mosques located in the Old City of Jerusalem, highlighting their historical significance and the impact of occupation on their status and accessibility.

Feb 21 • 12:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Love beyond religious barriers in marriage

The article discusses the significance of Lent and Ramadan coinciding this year, and the potential for peaceful interfaith marriages between Christians and Muslims.

Feb 21 • 00:09 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Not just Holashtak, auspicious works are also prohibited in Hinduism on these 5 occasions

The article discusses various occasions in Hinduism when auspicious activities are prohibited, including Holashtak, and outlines the significance of these times.

Feb 20 • 05:38 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Why did God make sustenance a core issue in religion and life?

The article explores the significance of sustenance in both religious and worldly contexts, emphasizing its integral role in human existence as designed by God.

Feb 19 • 13:25 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Today is the biggest auspicious moment of the year! Learn the significance and worship method of Phulera Dooj

Phulera Dooj, a festival celebrated on the second day of the waxing moon in the Hindu month of Falgun, is recognized as an auspicious day for conducting various ceremonies without the need for specific horoscopes or timings.

Feb 19 • 03:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Be Careful During the Year’s First Solar Eclipse, Carelessness Can Be Costly!

The solar eclipse on February 17, 2026, is considered significant in astronomy, but it will not be visible in India, lowering its religious importance there.

Feb 17 • 03:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

What does the Ash Cross on the forehead mean this Wednesday? The symbolism and meaning for Holy Week and Lent

The article explains the significance of Ash Wednesday in Mexico, marking the beginning of Lent, and the tradition of receiving the ash cross on the forehead as a symbol of repentance.

Feb 16 • 19:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Venice: Sounds to the Sky

Venice's San Marco church, while a tourist magnet, also serves as a religious hub for locals, with plans to enhance its musical significance through new organs.

Feb 16 • 13:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Ring of Fire' on February 17, Will the solar eclipse be visible in India? Learn the time

The first solar eclipse of the year will occur on February 17, but it will not be visible in India, and this means it won't have religious significance.

Feb 16 • 03:03 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The country's first national cow culture museum will be built in Mathura; digital models of breeds will be available

India will establish its first National Cow Culture Museum in Mathura, showcasing the religious, cultural, spiritual, and scientific significance of cattle.

Feb 15 • 15:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Folia de Reis: how a religious and cultural celebration transcends generations in Goiás

The Folia de Reis is a cultural and religious tradition in Goiás, Brazil, celebrating the pilgrimage of the Three Wise Men, and maintaining its significance in both rural and urban communities.

Feb 15 • 07:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Lent 2026 - what it is, why we give things up, and whether you can skip a day

The article discusses the tradition of Lent and its significance for both Christians and non-religious individuals who choose to give up certain luxuries during this period leading up to Easter.

Feb 14 • 06:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Julius Caesar - God, but not King

The article discusses the historical and cultural significance of Julius Caesar, particularly focusing on the priesthood and the development of Roman religious practices during his time.

Feb 12 • 20:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

When does Lent 2026 start in Mexico? This is the day that begins the season before Easter in Mexico

The article discusses the start of Lent in Mexico in 2026 and highlights its significance in the religious calendar, along with key dates.

Feb 12 • 19:10 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Neither majority nor minority, only Bangladeshi: Jamaat chief speaks on Hindu concerns

Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, the Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami, emphasized the significance of Bangladeshi identity over religious classifications in an interview with Indian media regarding Hindu community concerns in Bangladesh.

Feb 11 • 07:27 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

A BIG STORY ⟩ In Search of the Secret: What is an Icon and How to Read It?

The article discusses the significance of icons in the culture of Old Believers and the upcoming 10th anniversary of the Icon Museum in Tallinn, celebrating Byzantine heritage and religious art.

Feb 6 • 22:01 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The CIS survey on Christmas in the year the Government avoided mentioning it: more than a third believes in its religious significance

A CIS survey reveals that over a third of Spaniards believe in the religious significance of Christmas, amidst a backdrop where the government refrained from using the term 'Christmas.'

Jan 9 • 12:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

How Brands Stole Christmas from Jesus

As the festive spirit of Christmas fills cities and towns worldwide, the article explores the commercialization of the holiday, emphasizing how brands have overshadowed its religious significance.

Dec 31 • 06:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

The resin that scents churches and Orthodox churches is disappearing from the market. A crisis is coming

The article discusses the dwindling availability of frankincense, a highly valued natural substance used in religious practices, and its implications as resources shrink.

Dec 31 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Religious illiteracy grows: two out of ten Catalans do not know what is celebrated at Christmas

A significant portion of the Catalan population, particularly two out of ten, is unaware of the religious significance of Christmas celebrations despite a majority identifying as Catholic.

Dec 30 • 12:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Efsyn
Life & Tech

Did you go and make your cross...

The article discusses the cultural significance of making the sign of the cross in certain religious practices.

Dec 27 • 16:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Saint Benedetta Cambiagio Frassinello – Did you know she is a precursor of modern feminism?

The article highlights the life and significance of Benedetta Cambiagio Frassinello, positioning her as an early figure in the feminist movement due to her unique path as a married woman who pursued a religious vocation.

Mar 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Saint Donatus – builder of the famous church in Zadar

The article details the life and significance of Saint Donatus, a prominent bishop from Zadar, Croatia, known for his historical and religious contributions.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC

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