Orthodox Russians mark Epiphany amid unusually warm winter weatherUnusually warm winter temperatures have led to the cancellation of traditional Epiphany bathing events due to safety concerns regarding thin ice.
An Ethiopian Christmas: Country set back in time.Ethiopia's rich Christmas traditions showcase its unique cultural heritage, distinguished celebration practices, and variations from Western customs, particularly influenced by the Ge'ez calendar.
Navalny widow says Russia's Putin torturing him even in death, demands bodyYulia Navalnaya demands Russian authorities return Navalny's body for burial, accusing Putin of mocking Christian values.Navalny's family faces pressure from Russian officials to bury him in secret without mourners.
Greece just legalized same-sex marriage. Will other Orthodox countries join them any time soon?Greece has become the first majority-Orthodox Christian nation to legalize same-sex marriage under civil law.Civil unions may become more common among Orthodox countries gravitating toward the European Union.