We believe in love, luck, ghosts, and sometimes even UFOs. Belief has always been part of what makes us human. It can give comfort, spark community, or even fuel conflict. But what happens when beliefs drift from the ordinary to the extraordinary? Some of them sound humorous, others unsettling, and a few make you stop… Read More »
For centuries, the pope has reigned supreme as the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church—no ordinary man, but an absolute monarch. When Pope Benedict XVI shocked the world by stepping down in 2013, he didn’t submit a resignation letter or host a farewell press conference. He simply declared it was so—because that’s how popes… Read More »
Every spring, churches bloom with lilies, families gather for brunch, and somewhere out there, someone’s desperately peeling dye-stained eggshells from a not-quite-hard-boiled mess. Easter is here again—a time for reflection, renewal, and, in many corners of the world, downright curious traditions. Sure, for many Christians, Easter is a solemn celebration of the resurrection of Jesus—sunrise… Read More »
Mormonism, a religion deeply rooted in American history, presents a unique blend of beliefs, historical events, and cultural practices that differentiate it from other faiths. Here are some remarkable facts about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS), commonly known as the Mormon Church, that highlight its intriguing and sometimes controversial aspects. 1.… Read More »
Vatican City, the world’s smallest independent state, is a treasure trove of intriguing and sometimes whimsical facts that shed light on its unique cultural and administrative peculiarities. From its historical quirks to modern-day anomalies, here’s a look at some of the lesser-known aspects of this microstate that continues to fascinate people globally. 1. Calendar of… Read More »
