The rite is becoming more commonplace in many parts of the world.
Allison Busemeyer
Posted inNation & World
Greek Orthodox priest shot at church in France
Lyon police cordoned off the neighborhood and detained one person, a prosecutor says.
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Posted inNation & World, Politics
After year of disruption, America set to choose a path ahead
Both parties agree that the stakes in the race may be higher than at any point in modern U.S. history.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, Politics
‘Obamacare’ sign-ups begin as millions more are uninsured
But President Trump is asking the Supreme Court to overturn the entire law.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
‘Borat’ star gives church $100,000 after member appears in film
Actor Sacha Baron Cohen, who stars in ‘Borat Subsequent Moviefilm,’ compensates a woman who believed she was taking part in a documentary but instead was being featured in the mockumentary comedy.
Posted inNation & World
We change our clocks this weekend, but is it time for a change?
Medical experts say yes: The time-tinkering messes with our bodies.
Posted inElection 2020, Nation & World, Politics
Judge orders Postal Service to take extraordinary measures
The order comes after he was presented with data showing on-time delivery of ballots sent by voters was too slow in Michigan and Wisconsin.
Posted inNation & World
England to enter monthlong lockdown as U.K. virus cases pass million
Boris Johnson says ‘no responsible prime minister’ could ignore the grim figures.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Study: Trump rallies caused over 30,000 COVID-19 cases, likely led to 700 deaths
The campaign insists it offers participants masks and temperature checks.
Posted inElection 2020, Nation & World, Politics
As virus surges, Trump rallies keep packing in thousands
In Trumpland, masks are optional and social distancing frowned upon.