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Lebanese Christians Displaced by War Mark Easter Far From Homes and Churches
Over 1 million Lebanese have fled hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, including thousands of Christians now worshipping in Beirut after losing their ancestral villages.
Man Charged With Murder in Fatal Shooting of 7-Month-Old Baby in Brooklyn Pram
Police say the infant was an unintended victim of a suspected gang-related shooting in Williamsburg; second suspect arrested in Pennsylvania.
Pope Leo XIV Calls for Peace in First Easter Mass as Pontiff, Urges Dialogue Over Conflict
The first U.S.-born pope celebrated Easter with a global peace appeal, departing from tradition by not naming specific wars in his Urbi et Orbi blessing.
Sen. Ruben Gallego Considers 2028 Presidential Run: 'We Have to Look at It'
The Arizona Democrat, one year into his Senate term, says he must weigh family considerations and whether another candidate could better unite the party.
Social Circle, Georgia Blocks ICE Detention Centre Over Water Capacity Concerns
The small farming town that voted for Trump has united Democrats and Republicans in opposition to a proposed 10,000-person immigration facility.
Black Astronaut Victor Glover Praised for Rejecting Identity Politics in Artemis II Comments
Glover, the first Black astronaut on a lunar mission, said the historic flight represents 'human history' rather than identity-specific milestones.
Small Georgia Farming Town Resists ICE Detention Center Plan
Social Circle, a town of 5,000 that supported Trump, blocked water access to halt a proposed 10,000-person facility citing inadequate infrastructure.
Thousands of Catholic Men Complete 90-Day Spiritual Challenge Before Easter
Exodus 90 program involves cold showers, daily prayer, and abstaining from sugar, alcohol, and excess screen time.
Artemis II Toilet Malfunction Forces In-Flight Repairs During Moon Mission
The $23 million Universal Waste Management System experienced a fan jam hours into the mission, requiring ground engineers to guide astronauts through fixes.
Bondi, Noem Ousters Raise Questions About Future Cabinet Shake-ups
The dismissals of two cabinet secretaries in quick succession have sparked speculation about more staff changes ahead of midterm elections.