Samantha Kamman

Christians face 'increasingly perilous existence' in Syria; church bombing serves as 'brutal reminder'

The bombing at the Mar Elias Church in Damascus, Syria, last month that killed over two dozen people is an indication that Syria's Islamist-led authorities under President Ahmad al‑Sharaa are enabling radicalism that threatens the existence of Syria's Christian community, experts warn.

Valuable treasure in our heritage': First-ever Welsh Bible visits Wales for the first time

Bishop William Morgan translated the book in 1588 to help people read and understand Scripture in their own language.

7 reactions to the death of 'father of the abortion pill': 'Legacy of death and deception'

Pro-life and pro-choice advocates reacted to the death of the “father of the abortion pill,” Étienne-Émile Baulieu, who died Friday at the age of 98 at his home in Paris.

Man who almost killed himself after misdiagnosis warns of 'flaw' in assisted suicide bill

A retired journalist who planned to kill himself after medical professionals misdiagnosed him with motor neuron disease is speaking out against a bill that would allow certain adults in England and Wales to receive assistance in ending their lives.

Nearly 10,000 Christians slain in Nigeria in 2 years - report

"God, our hearts go out to the family members of those who have been senselessly killed."

Vatican removes Palestinian keffiyeh Nativity scene amid backlash

After the display raised a few eyebrows, the Vatican appears to have removed a Nativity scene that showed baby Jesus lying on a keffiyeh, the traditional scarf used as a national symbol by Palestinians that anti-Israel activists have donned at their protests.

Bishop tells Islamic rebels Christians must not be 'second-class citizens' in Syria

Leaders of churches and ecclesial communities in Syria met with representatives of the armed Islamic-led rebel groups that seized control of the country amid fears that Christians could face persecution or strict regulations that could disrupt their faith life.

Ancient Christian mosaic containing one of the earliest references to Jesus' divinity unveiled

An ancient mosaic located near what's believed to be the site of the prophesied battle of Armageddon in Israel contains a reference to Jesus as God, providing insights into early Christian worship during a time when the Roman Empire still persecuted followers of Christ.

Archaeologists shine light on complex relationships of isolated Christian community in medieval Spain

An archaeological study of an isolated Christian community in Spain shines a light on the endogamous community that, despite its proximity to Islamic-controlled regions, had low levels of North African or Middle Eastern ancestries.

Discovery of rare stone seal affirms Jerusalem's biblical heritage

Archaeologists in Israel uncovered a stone seal they believe to be around 2,700 years old from the First Temple period, a find that strengthens the biblical heritage of Jerusalem.

Adults who undergo trans surgeries at 12 times higher risk of attempting suicide - report

Trans-identifying adults who undergo body-mutilating surgeries as part of an effort to look like the opposite sex have an elevated suicide attempt risk, according to a recent study.

Abortions rise to highest rate in over a decade amid abortion pill spike: report

Abortions performed in the United States increased in 2023 by 10% since 2020 to the highest rate and total in more than a decade, according to updated estimates from the pro-choice Guttmacher Institute, drawing skepticism from a pro-life researcher.

Over 70 children under 5 referred to shuttered Tavistock gender clinic: report

Among the 382 children ages 6 and under referred to the Tavistock gender clinic in London over the past decade, more than 70 were as young as 3 and 4, according to a recent report on the now-shuttered facility that pursued "gender-affirming" interventions for minors.