Religion

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Patrice Talon lors de la Célébration du 61ème anniversaire de l'indépendance du Bénin - Honneurs militaires et civilités du Président de la République aux Présidents des Institutions de la République et membres du gouvernement
ECC Reunification: Talon participates in the 2nd CST session as guest of honor

The Celestial Church of Christ has taken a major step in its journey towards unity. From June 12 to 14, 2025, the second session of the Superior Transition Council (STC) was held in Cotonou, with delegates from 12 countries in Africa, Europe, and America. President Patrice Talon honored the event with his presence as a […]

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Pope Francis now rests at Santa Maria Maggiore

Pope Francis will be laid to rest this Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, following a solemn funeral attended by thousands of faithful and delegations from around the world. The Holy Father, who passed away on April 21 at the age of 88, received a final tribute from the international […]

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“The Bible does not condemn oral sex” – Pastor Edgard Guidibi sparks online debate

Pastor Edgard Guidibi, a strategic advisor to leaders and couples, ignited a heated debate on social media on Thursday, April 24, 2025, after openly addressing the topic of sexual intimacy within Christian marriage. In a widely shared Facebook post, the man of God declared that “God encourages oral sex and other mutually consensual pleasures within […]

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Cardinal Sarah : l’anti-François du Vatican ?
Cardinal Sarah: the anti-Francis of the Vatican?

As the next conclave approaches, the name of Guinean Cardinal Robert Sarah is increasingly surfacing in discussions. Seen by his supporters as a beacon of hope for a Church in search of direction, he is described by critics as the antithesis of Pope Francis. A self-proclaimed conservative, unwavering in his defense of Catholic tradition, Robert […]

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Macron announces he will attend Pope Francis’ funeral

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that he will attend the funeral of Pope Francis. “We will be at the Pope’s funeral, as is fitting,” he stated on the BFMTV news channel. Pope Francis passed away on the morning of April 21 at the age of 88, the day after Easter Sunday—which, for the first […]

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Death of Pope Francis: Step-by-Step Guide to the Papal Succession Process

The death of Pope Francis marks a significant turning point for the Catholic Church. As the Holy See enters a period of sede vacante—the vacancy of the papal office—a rigorous process, both spiritual and political, begins. Here are the key stages that will shape the coming weeks. Unlike many institutions, there is no interim successor […]

Europe
Pape François : de grandes réformes, mais aussi beaucoup d'ennemis
Pope Francis: Major Reforms—And Many Enemies

Pope Francis will be remembered in history as a pontiff who profoundly differed from his predecessors. The first pope from the American continent and the first Jesuit to ascend to the Chair of Saint Peter, Jorge Mario Bergoglio quickly set himself apart by challenging Vatican traditions and seeking to give the Catholic Church a more […]

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Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris: 88 Bell Chimes in Tribute to Pope Francis

The bells of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris rang 88 times on Monday, April 21, 2025, in tribute to Pope Francis, just minutes after the announcement of his death. Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, at his residence in the Vatican, the Casa Santa Marta. As a […]

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Pope Francis has died

Pope Francis passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. His death was confirmed by the Holy See. Jorge Mario Bergoglio, the first pope from the Americas, was elected in 2013 following the historic resignation of Benedict XVI. He died in Rome, after more than twelve years at the helm of […]

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Italy: Pope Francis makes his first public appearance after hospitalization

After several days of worry, Pope Francis reappeared in public this Sunday, March 23, 2025, greeting the crowd from the window of the Agostino Gemelli hospital in Rome. The 87-year-old pontiff had not been seen in public since February 14, when he was admitted with a serious respiratory infection. Since then, only a brief statement […]

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Ramadan 2024: Eid al-Fitr Date Officially Announced by Saudi Arabia
Ramadan 2024: Eid al-Fitr Date Officially Announced by Saudi Arabia

The holy month of Ramadan, one of the five pillars of Islam, is drawing to a close, heralding the approach of Eid al-Fitr after 30 days of devotion and fasting. Here is the official date for the end of Ramadan in 2024. On Monday, April 8th, Saudi Arabia has set the date for the first […]

Ramadan: 07 Things to Avoid During This Holy Period
Ramadan: 07 Things to Avoid During This Holy Period

Ramadan is a period of fasting meticulously observed by Muslims during the holy month. However, there are certain prohibitions that must be strictly adhered to. Ramadan, the sacred month of fasting for Muslims, enforces strict rules that the faithful are obliged to follow. These prohibitions aim to preserve the purity of this spiritual practice. Here […]

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