King Charles demands Prince Andrew leave Royal Lodge by April 5, 2026, ahead of Easter.

Pope Leo XIV urges cardinals to listen to abuse survivors, stressing healing through empathy and openness.

In 2026, over 388 million Christians faced heightened persecution globally, with Nigeria and Syria leading dangerous hotspots amid rising violence and government surveillance.

A Sikh parade in Tauranga was disrupted by a right-wing group shouting "This is New Zealand not India," marking the second such incident in three weeks.

Portuguese priest and DJ Padre Guilherme performed a peace-themed electronic music concert in Beirut, drawing crowds and controversy.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami launched the Uttarayani Kauthik Fair in Khatima, boosting cultural heritage and local development.

Teacher Enoch Burke, jailed for trespassing, released to challenge dismissal over student's name change, but barred from school grounds.

Actor Vidyut Jammwal drew attention for a nude tree-climbing video tied to a yogic practice, ahead of his role in the October 2026 "Street Fighter" film.

A typo naming "Ram" as a dog in an Indian exam sparked protests, leading to suspensions despite no intent to offend.

In January 2026, LDS Church President Dallin H. Oaks lowered the mission age for young women to 18, announced 55 new missions, and revealed a new temple in Portland, Maine.