WASHINGTON - A German priest stationed in the US has been removed from his post over allegations of sexual misconduct that occurred 20 years ago, church officials confirmed Wednesday.

Report: German bishop offers resignation amid flap over physical abuse claims

BERLIN — A German bishop is offering his resignation after a flap over allegations of physical abuse and financial misconduct, his hometown newspaper reported Wednesday.

Lawmakers say prayer is part of nation’s history, urge Obama to appeal federal ruling

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Jerusalem reopens main tourist gate at Old City after 2-month renovation

Jerusalem reopens popular Old City gate

JERUSALEM — Israel reopened a 16th-century gate to Jerusalem’s Old City on Wednesday, completing a two-month renovation and cleaning project that drew criticism from Palestinian officials.

Army considers rescinding invitation to evangelist Franklin Graham to Pentagon prayer event

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2 China lawyers who defended Falun Gong face lifetime ban, sign of threat to the profession

2 China lawyers who defended Falun Gong face ban

Washington archdiocese names German priest ordered home from US over abuse allegations

DC church officials ID German priest ordered home

French president to submit legislation on banning Islamic veils that cover face,body in public

Sarkozy to submit bill banning Islamic face veils

Third tunnel opens at Vaishno Devi shrine

JAMMU - With the opening of a third tunnel, waiting time for pilgrims visiting the Vaishno Devi shrine has been further cut.