You might have heard about the tragedy that happened in New Orleans, where a man drove his truck into a New Year's crowd, killing 15 people. The FBI found a black flag in his truck that belongs to a group called the Islamic State, also known as ISIS. This group has been around for a while and has in
A recent study delved into the HEXACO personality model and its ability to predict burnout among Catholic priests in Italy. This model considers six key personality traits. Researchers examined data from 264 priests serving in Italy. They found that three traits—emotionality, agreeableness, and open
The Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, is nearing 90 years old. As he ages, the future of his role becomes uncertain. The Chinese government, which controls Tibet, has the power to choose the next Dalai Lama. This could mean the end of the current line of Dalai Lamas. The Dalai La
Have you ever wondered if the meat you're eating is truly halal? A recent study tackled this issue by exploring a quick method to check for pork adulteration. This is important because some people, like Muslims and Jews, can't eat pork. Sometimes, cheaper pork gets mixed with pricier meats like beef
Pope Francis, standing before the world, celebrates Christmas by sharing a heartfelt message of hope, peace, and unity. He reminds us that 2, 000 years ago, Jesus was born, and God's heart remains open to all. It's a time for everyone to find reconciliation, with God and with each other. The Holy Do
In Crown Heights, where concerns had been raised about the young adults' dedication to their values and community, something surprising happened. A place called the 94 Shul started a Beis Medrash where everyone, from working young men to married guys, could get together for some learning and sociali
Picture this: a new Anglican priest in England, just starting the second year of ministry. That was the scenario for 253 young clergy members who took the Francis Burnout Inventory. The outcome? Most felt good about their jobs, with 9 out of 10 finding a lot of meaning in their roles. Yet, there was
You know that warm, fuzzy feeling you get during the holidays? That's what we call the "Christmas Spirit. " It's not something you can see or touch, but you definitely know when it's gone. Imagine Scrooge or the Grinch without it – they're not very nice, are they? The Christmas Spirit is like a sup
Marriage life today faces many challenges. Partners might treat each other poorly, leading to issues like violence, theft, cheating, lying, and substance abuse. These problems can cause divorce. But Buddhism offers a practical approach to maintaining a strong marriage, based on the Tipiṭaka teaching
In Indonesia, interfaith marriages are a bit of a legal puzzle. The good news is, they can be officially recognized, as long as they don't break any laws or social norms. This study looked into what happens when these marriages end in divorce, especially when kids are involved. The main question was
