The Ukrainian Orthodox church of Bonnyville and its members saw a shift in traditional celebrations this year, with Christmas ...

The first week of 2025 has been cold in Moldova. Temperatures at night have dropped to around freezing. When the sun shines during the day, they rise a little. On January 7, pensioner Gheorghe Colun ...

Russia continues to commit crimes against religious freedom during its war against Ukraine, including the killing of ...

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Starring, or the Russian Orthodox version of Christmas caroling, is a fondly remembered tradition for many from Alaska Native ...

Iowa, on Tuesday resumed his practice of opening the Senate floor for business. These are his opening remarks as provided by ...

Newswatch 16's Jack Culkin stopped by St. John's Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Mayfield to check out their Christmas ...

While the snow, which descended on the region Sunday night, was picturesque, it also forced at least one local church, Holy ...

Christos razdajetsja! “Christ is born.” Today is Christmas for those of the Orthodox faith. Throughout the area, ...

Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7, following the Julian calendar. This highlights historical resistance to ...

Russian President Vladimir Putin extended Christmas greetings to Orthodox Christians, emphasizing the importance of family ...

Published January 7, 2025 last updated January 7, 2025 A Ukrainian military unit says it is still fighting for a strategic town in eastern Ukraine after Russia claimed victory there. Meanwhile, Moscow ...