RELIGION

The ancient rule banned women from a foot-washing service during Lent.

Sheikh Abdullah al-Sheikh said that the board game encourages gambling and is a waste of time.

Every year on St Sebastian's day, in Piornal, villagers throw turnips at a man dressed up as a creature known as Jarramplas.

Russian Orthodox Christians braved freezing temperatures as they plunged into icy water to celebrate the Orthodox Epiphany.

David Cameron accused of 'stigmatising' Muslim women - but why shouldn't the PM discuss Islam?

Influential council previously ruled girls could married as young as nine if they show 'signs of puberty'.

A fixed date in April for the annual Christian festival could be introduced in 5-10 years.

Russian Pastafarian man won the right to wear a knitted yellow colander on his head in his driving licence.

The church body decided that marriage should continue to be a sacrament between a man and a woman.

The new sold out critical version in Germany is needed to confront race hate and stop the rise of far right.

Festivals are celebrated by Hindus during the first month of the year to celebrate the official start of spring and harvest season.

Makar Sankranti marks the end of the winter months and the beginning of the harvest season in India.

Orthodox Christians will celebrate Orthodox New Year on 14 January 2016.

Hindus celebrate several festivals in mid-January, such as Lohri, Makar Sankranti and Pongal.

Zvi Ammar said the extreme measure was needed to protect Jewish lives.

Ramnamis tattoo the Hindu god Ram's name on their bodies as a message to higher-caste Indians that god is everywhere.

Over 200 children were reportedly sexually assaulted at German church school and two other connected schools.

Some 105 high-profile Anglicans calling for message to be taken to meeting of global Anglican Communion.

In The Name of God is Mercy, he calls for mercy to be central tenet of the Church rather than condemnation

Security was beefed for the annual procession where a centuries old statue of Jesus Christ is displayed.

It's Christmas Day for Orthodox Christians in countries such as Russia, Serbia, Egypt.

Church of Scientology reported Illinois man after he phoned to say he was going to shoot leader.

The children's commissioner says the exams could be delayed to accommodate Muslim pupils.

Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas Day on 7 January in Russia, Greece, Ukraine and other countries.

Many Christians around the world are celebrating Epiphany, while others are preparing for Christmas.

Islamic State vows revenge attack on Saudi Arabia following executions.

The cover depicts God wearing blood stained robes with a Kalashnikov over his shoulder

Muslims 'have a duty to maintain the ecological balance,' says spokesman

A number of Sikh community representatives have raised concerns about the nature of humour on sites.