Oklahoma's top education official orders Bible instruction in public schools

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has mandated Bible instruction in public schools for grades 5 through 12, causing backlash from civil rights groups and uncertainty about his authority to enforce the order.

Maryland couple among those who died on pilgrimage to Mecca during extreme heat

FOX 5 learned over the weekend, a Bowie, Maryland couple who left earlier this month to embark on an Islamic pilgrimage died due to the extreme heat, according to the couple’s daughter. 

Ancient treasure among 1,650-year-old objects unearthed in Israel

Archaeologists in Israel recently made a "dramatic" discovery that provides invaluable historical knowledge about Jewish life in the ancient Roman era of Israel, officials said.

Pope Francis paves way for canonization of Carlo Acutis, first millennial saint

Pope Francis issued a decree on Thursday announcing the recognition of a miracle attributed to Bl. Carlo Acutis — clearing the way for the Italian teenager's canonization in the near future. 

Georgia Tech grad, NFL player Harrison Butker goes viral for graduation speech

Former Georgia Tech star Harrison Butker's graduation speech draws attention for now viral comments about women, the LGBTQ community, and abortion.

Catholic school can legally fire gay teacher, court finds

On May 8, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a North Carolina Catholic high school could legally fire gay teacher Lonnie Billard, citing the "ministerial exception" to uphold its religious doctrines.

Atlanta faith coalition to seeks to curb gun violence

A coalition of churches and activists have a new plan they say will dramatically reduce gun violence in the metro Atlanta area. 

Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers vandalized during Eid

Officials launched an investigation after the Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers University's New Brunswick campus was vandalized during Eid, according to officials.

Easter hope amid Gaza conflict: Palestinian Christians pray for peace

Easter is a time of celebration for those of the Christian faith, but for local Palestinian Christians they have to balance the hope of Easter Sunday with the pain and fear they feel for their loved ones in Gaza. 

This Filipino villager was nailed to a cross for the 35th time on Good Friday

Ruben Enaje and other villagers participated in real-life crucifixions, which have become an annual tradition in his village in the Philippines.