James Dobson, influential founder of conservative Christian group Focus on the Family, dies age 89
James Dobson, a child psychologist who founded the conservative ministry Focus on the Family and was a politically…
Pope Leo’s first international trip could be to Lebanon, cardinal says
ROME — ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV is planning to visit Lebanon this year on his first…
James Dobson, founder of Colorado Springs-based Focus on the Family, has died
Updated at 9:00 a.m. Aug. 21, 2025 Dr. James Dobson, a politically influential child psychologist who started a…
US court blocks Texas law requiring Ten Commandments in school classrooms | Education News
A United States federal judge has granted a temporary block against a Texas law that would require the…
Pope calls for peace in Middle East and Ukraine as he returns to Vatican
VATICAN CITY — VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV asked people to fast on Friday to pray…
Texas school districts can’t put Ten Commandments in classrooms, judge says
Texas cannot require public schools in Houston, Austin and other select districts to display the Ten Commandments in…
Federal judge blocks Texas law requiring Ten Commandments displayed in public school classrooms
A federal district court in Texas temporarily blocked a new state law on Wednesday that would have required…
Israel approves settlement project that could divide the West Bank
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel gave final approval Wednesday for a controversial settlement project in the occupied…
Israel plans a new phase of war in Gaza
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel is preparing to launch an expanded military operation in Gaza City, possibly in the…
Israel’s growing frustration over the war in Gaza erupts in nationwide protests – Toronto Star
Israel’s growing frustration over the war in Gaza erupts in nationwide protests Toronto StarMass protests held across Israel calling…
From the Pulpit: 100 churches unite to support Māori Wards – Seymour says religion and politics don’t mix
Act leader David Seymour said churches need to stay in their lane. “Get back to God,” he told…
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass for local homeless people, invites them to lunch
CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy — Pope Leo XIV spent the last Sunday of his summer vacation with several dozen…