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🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Shadow of Lunar Eclipse on Holi! Premanand Maharaj Discusses Remedies for Sootak Period

Premanand Maharaj addresses concerns over the lunar eclipse occurring around Holi, emphasizing remedies for devotees during the Sootak period.

Feb 27 • 04:41 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Ramadan in the Old Days.. How the Holy Month Has Changed Over the Decades?

The article examines the transformations of Ramadan over the decades, highlighting the impact of social, technological, and political changes on the observance of this sacred month.

Feb 25 • 16:26 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Ritualistic, Destructive and Psychedelic: The Sacred Burning Water Also Ignites the Souls of Gogol

The Estonian rock trio Püha Põlev Vesi has released their first studio album titled 'Valgus,' characterized by improvisational music.

Feb 25 • 15:38 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

The Sacred Family

The article discusses the challenges faced by children of famous parents in the television industry, highlighting recent decisions made by Achille Costacurta and Chanel Totti.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Iran: students have the right to protest, but must not cross boundaries

Iranian government spokesperson emphasizes that while students have the right to protest, they must respect certain boundaries, highlighted by 'red lines' such as sacred symbols and the national flag.

Feb 24 • 08:33 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Iranian students have the "right" to protest but must not cross "red lines," warns the government

Iranian students are warned by the government that while they have the right to protest, they must not cross certain 'red lines' such as desecrating sacred places or the national flag.

Feb 24 • 08:16 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Calendar of Saints: Who celebrates today, February 24, 2026

On February 24, the Orthodox Church commemorates the first and second finding of the Honorable Head of Saint John the Baptist, one of the significant feasts associated with his sacred figure.

Feb 24 • 03:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Howtan Re brings "Holy Pop" to Casa Sanremo Chateau d’Ax PALAITALIA Enit, showcasing six works from the collection

Artist Howtan Re presents his "Holy Pop" collection at Casa Sanremo during the Italian Song Festival, featuring six provocative sculptures that blend sacred imagery with pop culture.

Feb 23 • 12:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Even Calling Them Mother...' Premanand Maharaj Expressed Concern Over River Pollution

Premanand Maharaj expressed concern about the pollution of rivers in India, pointing out the contradiction between revering rivers as sacred and the reality of their degradation.

Feb 23 • 08:21 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PUTIN CALLS ON RUSSIANS TO FULFILL THEIR "SACRED DUTY"

In his address, President Putin attempted to mobilize the military and citizens for continued warfare this year according to security expert Rainer Saks.

Feb 23 • 07:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Japan's 500-Year-Old 'Naked Festival' Leaves 3 Unconscious... Scuffle for Sacred Charms

In Japan's historic 'Naked Festival,' three participants were reported unconscious and hospitalized following a ritual scuffle for sacred charms.

Feb 23 • 07:12 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The miracle of Assisi: 20,000 pilgrims for the sacred remains of Francis

Assisi hosted a remarkable influx of 20,000 pilgrims for the first public exhibition of St. Francis' remains during Lent, marking the 800th anniversary of his death.

Feb 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

France hands back stolen colonial-era artifact to West African country

France has returned a sacred drum, the Djidji Ayokwe, to Ivory Coast in a ceremony attended by both nations' culture ministers.

Feb 22 • 14:26 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
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Donatella Di Pietrantonio: “We, inert in front of that sacred heart that we did not save”

In an insightful reflection, author Donatella Di Pietrantonio discusses the profound connection between human experience and the physicality of pain, contrasting the sensations of extreme temperatures on the skin.

Feb 21 • 23:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Do you also wake up early in the morning? Learn about the 5 main benefits of waking up during Brahma Muhurt

The article discusses the significance of waking up during Brahma Muhurt, a sacred time in Hinduism, and its various spiritual benefits.

Feb 21 • 04:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

France will return the speaking drum looted in 1916 to Côte d'Ivoire

France is set to return a sacred speaking drum, the Djidji Ayôkwé, to Côte d'Ivoire, which was looted during colonial times and has been housed in France since 1929.

Feb 20 • 17:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

We Are Not Hippies. Psychedelics Are Sacred to Me; I See Huge Technology in Them, Says Psychologist

The article discusses the historical and current use of psychedelics in psychiatric practice in Czechia, highlighting the work of notable figures and recent legal changes concerning their medical use.

Feb 20 • 05:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Restoring an architectural accent - Kaunas will finance the restoration of the Evangelical Reformed Church tower

Kaunas is set to finance the restoration of the Evangelical Reformed Church tower, a key example of modernist sacred architecture in Lithuania, which was left unfinished due to historical circumstances.

Feb 19 • 12:13 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Thieves enter the Basilica of San Luca: the image of the Madonna damaged

Thieves broke into the Basilica of San Luca in Bologna, causing damage to the sacred image of the Madonna and stealing valuable items.

Feb 19 • 09:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ramadan: sacred month makes restaurants open at dawn in the city of PR with the 2nd largest Islamic community in Brazil

Ramadan has prompted restaurants in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, to open overnight to cater to the needs of the local Islamic community during this fasting period.

Feb 18 • 14:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Does religion fit into Carnival? Festival challenges the relationship between the sacred and the profane among symbols and tributes

The article explores the intersection of religion and Carnival, highlighting how both can coexist and celebrate culture, particularly through a tribute to Dom Hélder Câmara.

Feb 18 • 11:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Peter Obi, Sanwo-Olu congratulate Nigerians as Lent, Ramadan begin

Nigerian leaders Peter Obi and Babajide Sanwo-Olu have sent goodwill messages to citizens as Lent and Ramadan commence on the same day, urging unity and reflection during these sacred periods.

Feb 18 • 10:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

America's churches under siege as violence increasingly invades sacred ground

Violence against churches in America has surged over the past 25 years, with nearly 380 incidents resulting in significant casualties.

Feb 18 • 10:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The 'Birojana Three Sacred Buddhas' Returns to Germany After 108 Years... Exiled in the 1910s

A significant Buddhist artwork, 'Birojana Three Sacred Buddhas', has returned to South Korea after being exiled to Germany in the 1910s, following a collective effort by researchers and believers.

Feb 18 • 07:25 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

A power plant in the waters of Vajont. The project outrages residents: 'Sacred place'

A proposed hydroelectric power plant in Vajont raises concerns among residents due to its location, which is historically significant and associated with tragedy.

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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Smoke Bubbles in Beija-Flor of Nilópolis Car Had the Smell of Lavender, Sacred Herb

The Beija-Flor de Nilópolis samba school incorporated lavender-scented smoke bubbles into their carnival parade, which are used in African religious traditions for spiritual cleansing and protection.

Feb 17 • 06:39 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Fasting and Reflection: What is Ramadan, the Sacred Month of Muslims?

The article discusses the significance of Ramadan, a sacred month for Muslims involving daily fasting, increased devotion, and charity.

Feb 15 • 15:24 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Luciano Macías and Clímaco Cañarte: Sacred Before Peñarol in 1956

The article reminisces about the vibrant sports culture of Guayaquil in the 1950s, focusing on the legendary soccer players Luciano Macías and Clímaco Cañarte after their memorable match against Peñarol.

Feb 15 • 12:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Know the Sacred Story of the Mahashivratri Fast, Listening to Which Brings Complete Benefits

The article narrates the sacred story of Mahashivratri, emphasizing its spiritual significance and the benefits of observing the fast.

Feb 15 • 02:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Did the evangelical collective create a stir by mixing Christianity and Brazilian identity?

The evangelical group Coletivo Candiero has sparked discussions among evangelicals in Brazil with their song 'Auê', which explores the tension between the sacred and the profane within religious traditions.

Feb 13 • 10:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

James Van Der Beek's friends share 'sacred' final moments with him before his death at 48

Friends of actor James Van Der Beek reflect on their cherished final moments with him following his death at the age of 48 due to colorectal cancer.

Feb 12 • 22:25 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Mette Frederiksen Slaughters Sacred Cows in a Row at EU Summit: 'If You Had Asked Me Five to Ten Years Ago, I Would Have Said No'

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announces her support for EU countries to move forward without those delaying important decisions during a summit.

Feb 12 • 17:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police warn Anambra students against cultism, drug abuse

The Anambra State Police Command has warned students about the dangers of cultism and drug abuse during an engagement at Sacred Heart Academy.

Feb 12 • 02:33 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Next fight looms after Queensland government loses appeal in battle for sacred springs

The Queensland government faces potential court action after losing an appeal regarding the protection of sacred springs valued by the Wangan and Jagalingou peoples.

Feb 11 • 03:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The lamps between the pagan and the sacred of Pol Agustí: "There are many ways to believe, one can be devoted to nothingness and that nothingness can have meaning"

Pol Agustí, a Barcelona-born artist living in Mexico, creates lamps that are not only functional but also embody a sense of spirituality, reflecting diverse beliefs beyond traditional religion.

Feb 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Roque Gomes da Silva, known as Roque Santeiro, dies in Petrolina

Roque Gomes da Silva, a renowned artisan known for his sacred wood art, passed away at the age of 66 in Petrolina after a battle with leukemia.

Feb 9 • 10:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did Arun Govil say about 'Hindu Nation'?

Arun Govil expressed that the concept of a Hindu nation has always existed in the context of India, viewing the country as a sacred land shaped by its Hindu heritage.

Feb 8 • 17:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What to do and what not to do today?

Today is a sacred festival called Ratha Saptami, during which one should avoid tamasic foods like meat and alcohol, worship God with yellow flowers, and offer water to the Sun God with devotion.

Feb 8 • 09:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Legends transform sunset into a moment of spiritual connection in the most indigenous city in Brazil

The sunset in São Gabriel da Cachoeira is transformed into a sacred ritual for the indigenous peoples of the region, emphasizing their deep connection to nature and spirituality.

Feb 8 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Exhibition of the Festa do Divino in Mogi das Cruzes takes place at the Sacred Art Museum

The Exhibition of the Festa do Divino Espírito Santo in Mogi das Cruzes is taking place at the Sacred Art Museum this Saturday, featuring music performances, religious blessings, and culinary events.

Feb 6 • 10:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Spies made in Greece, a bet of 40 million euros and the sacred cows of capitalism

The article discusses a Greek espionage thriller involving a military officer accused of leaking sensitive information to China using everyday digital tools.

Feb 6 • 08:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

California Catholic school official says vandals committed more than material damage in sacrilegious attack

A Catholic school director in Long Beach, California, has called the vandalism of Holy Innocents Catholic School a sacrilegious act as the Justice Department investigates the extensive damage inflicted by vandals.

Feb 5 • 21:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Assessment of pensions: "Sacred cows will have to be sacrificed"

The government is unlikely to initiate significant changes to pensions, but discussions will continue due to the current state of public finances, according to journalist Olli Kuivaniemi.

Feb 5 • 14:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

'Opera do Malandro' becomes an urban ritual at Teatro Renault

Jorge Farjalla's new production of 'Opera do Malandro' turns the stage of Teatro Renault into an urban terreiro, blending the sacred and profane in a vibrant performance that draws on the text of Chico Buarque from 1978.

Feb 5 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Vannacci: "Goodbye Lega, I'm going alone". Salvini disappointed: "The word is sacred"

Roberto Vannacci has left the Lega party to lead a new party called 'Futuro Nazionale', disappointing Matteo Salvini, who reflects on their past collaboration.

Feb 4 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Candomblé Terreiros Targeted by Vandalism for the Second Time in Less Than 15 Days in Bahia

A Candomblé terreiro in Alagoinhas, Bahia, faced vandalism for the second time in under 15 days, with sacred objects destroyed and obscene items left behind.

Feb 3 • 19:42 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Mysterious cherub face pops up at sacred tourist site as officials launch investigation

A cherub face resembling Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has appeared in a fresco at the Basilica of San Lorenzo in Lucina, Italy, leading to an official investigation.

Feb 3 • 14:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Wearing a sacred thread under the pretense of marriage and then prostitution, targeting 100 girls

A major racket linked to love jihad has been uncovered in Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, where the main accused lured over 100 girls into a romance trap, promising marriage and jobs, before blackmailing them into prostitution.

Feb 3 • 05:32 UTC

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