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From a Funeral Image, the Textures of Faith and State in Russia
The opposition leader Aleksei Navalny called himself “a typical post-Soviet believer” of Russian Orthodox faith. But the institution of the…
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The Funeral of Aleksei Navalny, in Photos
Russians traveled from far and wide to bear witness as Aleksei A. Navalny, the Russian opposition leader who died in…
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Mourners Gather for Navalny’s Funeral in Moscow
Police presence appeared heavy for the service. Allies and family members of the opposition leader blamed the authorities for difficulties…
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Mourning a Transgender Activist at a Cathedral That Once Drew Protests
St. Patrick’s Cathedral was the site of protests over the church’s position on homosexuality and AIDS. On Thursday, it hosted…
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Black Churches in Georgia Unite to Mobilize Voters in a Key Battleground
Two of the state’s largest church groups are teaming up in a rare effort they say is motivated by this…
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Trump Is Connecting With a Different Type of Evangelical Voter
They are not just the churchgoing, conservative activists who once dominated the G.O.P.
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Vatican Defends Gay Blessings, but Offers Critics Some Leeway
The clarification on a declaration issued in December seemed designed to soothe critics while also showing that this is the…
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Pope Raises Concerns About Church in Nicaragua
Speaking at his traditional New Year’s Day message, Francis highlighted the arrests and expulsion of clergy.
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Christmas Comes Early in Ukraine, but Not a Moment Too Soon
Christmas lights flickered on ahead of schedule. Families sang carols a little sooner. And the first presents of the season…
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‘God Is Under the Rubble in Gaza’: Bethlehem’s Subdued Christmas
The war in Gaza has prompted the city, traditionally seen as the birthplace of Jesus, to tone down its Christmas…
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