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Family Easter Gathering Turns Violent: Washington Teen Charged with Attempted Murder After Religious Dispute

LYNNWOOD, Wash. – A family’s Easter Sunday devolved into violence following a dispute over religious beliefs, leaving a Washington couple seriously injured, authorities said. The alleged assailant, 19-year-old McKenzy Hafer, faces charges of attempted second-degree murder following the altercation with her parents. The discord began with what was meant to be a benign Easter greeting from Benjamin Hafer to his daughter McKenzy. Her skeptical response about the existence of God triggered an argument that soon …

Tragic Attack in Nigeria: 40 Reported Dead as Ethnic and Religious Tensions Escalate in Plateau State

Jos, Nigeria – A devastating attack on a Christian farming community in Plateau state’s Zike village late Sunday night resulted in the deaths of at least 40 people, according to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu. This latest violence underlines persistent tensions in Africa’s most populous nation, where clashes frequently stem from ethnic, religious and resource-based conflicts. In an official statement issued Monday, President Tinubu conveyed his condolences to the families of the victims and ordered a …

Pennsylvania Father Charged After Killing Son in Vehicle Dispute, Spends Hours Watching Religious Videos Before Calling Police

EAST UNION TOWNSHIP, PA – A tragic family dispute has left a community in shock as a 67-year-old Pennsylvania man faces charges after fatally shooting his son during a heated argument over a car. The accused, John F. Gustites, remained in his home for 12 hours after the incident, engaging in watching religious videos before alerting the police. The confrontation arose early Saturday morning when John F. Gustites was disturbed by noise in the house. …

Tragic Drownings Claim 46 Lives During Religious Festival in Bihar Amid High Waters

Patna, India — A tragic drowning incident during the Jivitputrika festival in Bihar has claimed the lives of at least 46 people, 37 of them children, highlighting the often perilous conditions under which traditional festivals are held in parts of India. The deaths occurred on Tuesday as devotees gathered near various bodies of water in the region to partake in holy baths, a key ritual of this significant religious event. Regional authorities have stated that …

Religious Group Leader Defends Withholding Medical Treatment as Faith Practice in Child Death Trial

Brisbane, Australia — The leader of a religious group, facing charges over the death of eight-year-old Elizabeth Struhs, declared in court that the legal proceedings against them amounted to “religious persecution.” The child tragically passed away in early January 2022 after her parents, influenced by their religious convictions, withheld her insulin, believing that divine intervention would cure her Type 1 diabetes. Elizabeth died in her family home in Toowoomba between January 6 and January 7, …

Churchgoers Turn to ‘Warrior Training’ to Safeguard Worship Amid Rising Threats to Religious Institutions

In a response to a rising wave of violence targeting places of worship across the United States, church members are increasingly turning to specialized security training programs. A notable provider of such programs, Sheepdog Church Security, established in 2014 by Kris Moloney, integrates faith with defensive readiness, embodying a growing sector aimed at safeguarding the sanctity and safety of religious gatherings. Moloney, leveraging his military and law enforcement background, initially formed a security detail for …

Fatal Stampede at Religious Event: Volunteers Fail to Aid Elderly, Push Chanting Over Assistance Amid Chaos

Fulrai Mugalgadi, India — A religious gathering in Fulrai Mugalgadi village took a grim turn on July 2, when a stampede at a spiritual event led by Baba Bhole left several elderly women dead, with scores injured. Police say these casualties occurred amidst chaos and a lack of timely assistance from event volunteers. Hosted in the rural heart of India, this satsurya drew over a quarter of a million devotees, predominantly women, who came to …

Tragic Stampede at Uttar Pradesh Religious Event Claims 121 Lives, Sparking Outrage and Calls for Accountability

Hathras, India – Tragedy struck at a religious event in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras district on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of 121 attendees in a devastating stampede. The incident occurred shortly after the conclusion of a gathering led by a self-proclaimed spiritual leader, known as Narayan Sakaar Hari or Bhole Baba, in the village of Mughal Garhi. Local officials reported that the crowd, which far exceeded the expected size, panicked and surged towards the stage …

Wave of Terror Strikes Dagestan: Deadly Attacks on Religious Sites and Police Leave Multiple Fatalities

Makhachkala, Russia — A coordinated series of attacks struck key locations in Dagestan, including a synagogue, an Orthodox church, and a police station, culminating in the deaths of at least one clergy member and 15 police officers. Sergei Melikov, the regional governor, confirmed the attacks in the North Caucasus region occurred on Sunday and left several civilians dead. Describing the incidents as acts of terrorism, Melikov did not initially elaborate on the total casualties among …

Deadly Coordinated Attacks Strike Religious and Police Sites in Dagestan, Heightening Regional Tensions

Dagestan, Russia — A series of violent attacks struck religious and law enforcement sites in Dagestan on Sunday evening, resulting in the deaths of more than 15 police officers and several civilians, including an Orthodox priest. The assailants targeted an Orthodox church, a synagogue, and a traffic police post across two cities in this volatile North Caucasus republic. The coordinated assaults appeared deliberate, leaving more than 26 individuals injured and communities in shock. Although no …