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Christopher Hitchens, in 'Hitch 22', explores the allure of blissful ignorance, admitting envy for those untouched by harsh realities. Whil...
Why do people say ‘God bless you’ when they sneeze? The psychology, science, history behind the strange habitSneeze Psychology: The common reflex to say "God bless you" after a sneeze stems from ancient beliefs about souls leaving the body and fear...
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Funny old world: The week's offbeat newsFrom Donald Trump's fans in Bangladesh to a scandal over "hot" priests in Rome. - Fallen angels - In a shock akin to the pope embracing Bud...
Trump’s anger at Germany hangs over EU trade deal pushEuropean Union officials are racing to finalize a trade deal with the United States before a July 4 deadline. President Donald Trump's pers...
US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of HormuzUS-Iran war news: US forces intercepted Iranian attacks on Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The US military responded by targeting Irani...
Iran creates new agency to control shipping in Strait of Hormuz while reviewing peace deal with USIran has formed a new government agency to control passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This move raises concerns for international shippi...
Italian cardinal once mired in controversy over secret China deal now leads race to become the next Pope, shocking Vatican watchersCardinal Pietro Parolin, once considered an unlikely candidate, has emerged as a front-runner for the papacy. His diplomatic skills and mod...
Who will lead the Catholic Church? Cardinals prepare for crucial Conclave after Pope Francis's deathCardinals are meeting in Vatican City to choose a new leader for the Catholic Church. This follows the death of Pope Francis. The cardinals...
Betting on the next pope is back: Polymarket sparks global buzz on who will succeed Pope Francis; here's who it's projectingGlobal interest surges as prediction markets open bets on the next Pope. Pietro Parolin, Vatican's Secretary of State, leads with a 37% cha...
Pope Francis passes away. Secret gathering, black & white smoke and other traditions that will elect the next leader of Catholic ChurchPope Francis, the first Latin American pope, has died at age 88 after a 12-year papacy. Following his death, the Vatican enters a period of...
Pope Francis is no more: Who will be the next leader of the Catholic Church?Pope Francis, the first Latin American head of the Roman Catholic Church, died at age 88, the Vatican announced on Monday. His papacy was m...
Pope Francis dead: Who will be the next pope? Here are the frontrunnersPope Francis is dead. He passed away at 88. The Catholic Church prepares for change. Cardinals will elect a new Pope. The selection process...