Pope Francis condemns surrogacy as 'despicable,' calls for global ban

Pope Francis called Monday for a universal ban on what he called the “despicable” practice of surrogate motherhood, as he included the “commercialization” of pregnancy in an annual speech listing threats to global peace and human dignity.

Rapper Ye issues a Hebrew apology for previous antisemitic comments

The rapper formerly known as Kanye West, who has a long history of making antisemitic comments, apologized to the Jewish community in an Instagram post written in Hebrew on Tuesday.

Pope Francis, in Christmas Day blessing, begs for Israel-Hamas cease-fire

Bethlehem, the biblical birthplace of Jesus, “is a place of sorrow and silence" this year, Pope Francis lamented as he pleaded for a cease-fire in Gaza.

Rev. Chris Ponnet on Pope Francis
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FOX 11 spoke with Rev. Chris Ponnet after Pope Francis announced that priests can now bless same-sex couples.

Pope Francis celebrates birthday amid church reforms, health concerns

Pope Francis turned 87 on Sunday, closing out a year that saw big milestones in his efforts to reform the Catholic Church as well as health scares that raise questions about his future as pope.

Juvenile arrested in connection with 'swatting' of OC Synagogues

The child arrested was allegedly involved in a group wanted for calling in bomb threats and swatting attempts at 25 synagogues in more than a dozen states.

Here's why Our Lady of Guadalupe is celebrated during Advent, the 'season of joy and hope'

The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe commemorates the anniversary of the apparition of the Virgin Mary at Tepeyac, a hill located near Mexico City, to an indigenous man named Juan Diego, as Archbishop José Gómez explained.

Daddy Yankee retires from reggaeton to devote his life to Christianity

The Puerto Rican superstar with massive hits like “Gasolina” and “Despacito” made the announcement on stage in San Juan.

Reported hate crimes in LA County reach 21-year high: report

Hate crimes have been on the rise in LA County every year for the last eight years, according to a new county report.

Pope Francis undergoes hospital checkup after coming down with the flu

Pope Francis went to the hospital Saturday for tests after he came down with the flu, but the results ruled out any respiratory problems, the Vatican said.

Diwali record set as millions of Indians celebrate amid air pollution worries

A “hazardous” 400-500 air quality level was recorded last week, but unexpected rain and wind improved the air on Diwali. But levels are expected to soar again after the celebrations.

Catching up with Kel Mitchell (Sept. 2022)
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"Kenan & Kel" and "Good Burger" star Kel Mitchell spoke with FOX Television Stations about how he went from being an actor to a pastor without leaving Hollywood behind.

Schwarzenegger to receive courage award from Holocaust Museum LA

The museum is honoring the actor and former California Governor for his longtime advocacy against antisemitism and bigotry.

Naasón Joaquín García: Former megachurch leader charged with federal child pornography

The head of a Mexican megachurch who is serving more than 16 years in a California prison for sexually abusing young followers was charged with two federal crimes involving a 16-year-old girl, prosecutors said.

Jewish Studio City family says break-in suspect wanted to kill them because of their faith

One resident, who's nine months pregnant with her fifth child, said the man broke into the house in his underwear and said he was going to kill them because they're Jewish.