A serious threat plagues the residents of Sunnyvale, California. And no, it isn’t vampires — it’s birds. Murders of crows descended on the Silicon Valley community in the last five years, but their numbers swelled during the pandemic. San Francis…
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Christianity is the world’s largest religion at nearly 2.5 billion adherents. Christians are the majority of the population in almost 160 different countries and territories. This Abrahamic, monotheistic faith is one that is diverse in culture and doctrines….
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The arrival of spring is a time that many people long for during the long and cold days of winter. When the season finally kicks into gear, it can take a little while for the warm, agreeable weather to take hold. Whether you’re in the midst of gorgeous days …
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The winter can easily take a major toll on a person’s mind and spirit. When you live in a region where temperatures fluctuate and things like sudden snowstorms are routine, then you may feel like you cannot handle what this season brings your way. This is es…
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Although some new religious movements have novel origins, many grow out of existing religions. Some of these movements exist on the fringe of faiths that have been around for centuries. Over history, a few religious groups have emerged, claiming to be descenda…
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Most people are familiar with major religions in the world such as Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Judaism. These faiths tend to have long histories and strong influences on art and culture, so even if you’re not a practitioner or adherent, you probably r…
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Winter has a way of causing a negative impact on a person’s spiritual, emotional, and mental health. Though it can often feel like the cold and dreary days will last forever, it is important to remember that spring is right around the corner. To prepare for …
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Celebrations surrounding seasonal shifts are common in cultures across the world. Though many of these traditions have roots in agriculture, modern events have evolved to be more about bringing communities together after the isolation of winter. If you’re …
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For many neo-pagan groups, the middle of spring is viewed as an important time of the year. In fact, one of the biggest holidays celebrated by modern pagans is Beltane, which occurs between the spring equinox and the summer solstice. While the official holiday…
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Most people get an urge to clean their house when the weather starts getting warmer. Some think it’s human nature to want to spruce up your home after the cold winter. We have more energy as the days get longer. There’s more sunlight, so we want to make su…
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