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Ultra-Orthodox Jewish teens attend the funeral for Rabbi Mordechai Leifer in Ashdod, Israel, Oct. 5, 2020.
Sacred Nation
Israeli ultra-Orthodox celebrate Simchat Torah holiday despite lockdown orders
Jewish man prays at altar with pews behind him, USA flag in background
Religion
A gift from small-town Iowa brings light to Paraguay’s capital
Camels still work as beasts of burden in many parts of the world.
Environment
Camel bones challenge the timing of some Bible stories
Arts, Culture & Media
VIDEO: The Passover story, recounted through shadow dance
Lifestyle & Belief
Talking Across Religions
Herman Cain Responds to Allegations of Sexual Harrasment
The Living on Earth Almanac
Arts, Culture & Media
Global Hit
Conflict & Justice
How events in Egypt affect the US