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Philippine devotees honor St. John the Baptist with a mud-covered display of faith
Hundreds of Philippine devotees covered in mud and banana leaves observe the Taong Putik festival, honoring St. John the Baptist through vows.
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These traditionalist Catholics are defying Pope Leo XIV, and embracing their outsider status
A breakaway traditionalist group plans to consecrate four new bishops in Switzerland, defying the Pope and risking automatic excommunication.
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UK, Germany and France express concern over Chinese actions east of Taiwan
Great Britain, France and Germany issued a rare joint statement expressing concern over Chinese activities east of Taiwan.
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Ukraine’s latest long-range strikes on Russia hit a major natural gas plant and satellite centers
Ukrainian forces have struck a major natural gas processing plant and two key satellite communications centers in Russia.
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AI is an energy and water hog, here’s what you can do to counter that
Generative AI tools consume massive energy and water. Discover how to reduce your digital footprint and opt out of AI-powered searches.
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French health ministry confirms Ebola virus in doctor who worked in Congo
A positive case of Ebola virus has been identified in France. The patient is a doctor who had returned from a humanitarian mission in Congo.
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New York sweep by Israel critics shines light on a fraught issue for Democrats
Democratic congressional primary results in New York City are accelerating the party's debate over the Israeli-Hamas conflict.
America 250: How slavery complicates discussions about the Founding Fathers
As the United States prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of its founding, the subject of slavery and its connection to the Founding Fathers can be a complicated topic to…
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US says chemical maker Chemours to pay $450M to settle ‘forever chemicals’ case
The Trump administration reached a multi-state settlement with Chemours Co. over illegal discharges of synthetic “forever chemicals.”
Trivia nights, valentine’s cards: Overlooked social connections can prevent suicide
Among the various complex issues that contribute to suicide, loneliness is a big one.