Archaeologists have discovered that Greeks, Italians, and Phoenicians coexisted on the Mediterranean island of Ischia, Italy. Credit: Jonathan Melhuish / CC BY-NC 2.0 A new study has revealed that ...

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This festival symbolizes triumph over evil, with rituals including fasting, prayers, and processions. Devotees seek blessings for protection, prosperity, and courage. Temples host vibrant ...

Blog posts represent the views of CFR fellows and staff and not those of CFR, which takes no institutional positions. President Donald Trump’s first month in office has been dizzying for U.S ...

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Many people perform Rudrabhishek, chant mantras, and meditate for inner peace and spiritual progress. Reciting Shani Chalisa and placing a lamp under a peepal tree is also a common practice on this ...

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Mahashivratri, celebrated on February 26, 2025, honours Lord Shiva and marks the union of masculine and feminine forces in the universe. Devotees engage in fasting, chanting mantras, and ...

Now given the bourgeoning spiritual significance of the day, there are some do's and don'ts that one must keep in mind when it comes to observing a fast and partaking in all the rituals that the ...

A sweeping census on the state of American religion reveals a less sensational tale of Christianity in decline and a rise of the religiously unaffiliated compared to a decade ago. Pew Research ...

Americans’ overall perceptions of religion tilt positive, according to the survey, but appear to have cooled since 2014. Overall, 51% express mostly positive views of religious institutions ...

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