Alleged son of priest-founder of Legion says Catholic order knew his dad was a pedophile

Alleged son of Legion’s priest founder sues order

Himachal Pradesh promises help for Buddhist ceremony

SHIMLA - Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal Monday said the government would extend all help during a Buddhist ceremony that will be attended by the Tibetan spiritual guru the Dalai Lama in Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur district in 2013.

Ramadan to begin August 11: UAE astronomer

Sharjah, June 21 (IANS/WAM) The Muslim holy month of Ramadan will begin August 11 and Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated September 10 this year, a UAE astronomer said.

Cardinal under investigation for corruption says he acted transparently and forgives accusers

Cardinal denies corruption allegations

VATICAN CITY — A cardinal under investigation in a sprawling corruption scandal denied wrongdoing and insisted Monday he acted for the good of the church while handling real estate transactions for the Vatican office that funds missionary work abroad.

India helps fill gap in hallowed Nepal pilgrim shrine

KATHMANDU - Thousands of pilgrims will now have their journey to one of the most hallowed religious destinations made easier, thanks to the new dharamshala -accommodation for budget tourists - built by the Indian government in mountainous northern Nepal.

Bright sunrise marks summer solstice for 20,000 revelers at Britain’s ancient Stonehenge

New Agers, neo-pagans see Stonehenge solstice

Sikh’s turban ban not racism: New Zealand club

AUCKLAND - Members of a New Zealand club which denied a Sikh man’s entry because he was wearing a turban say the issue has nothing to do with racism and they are ready to defend their rules in court.