NEW YORK (RNS) — The results of an investigation by an independent law firm into the culture of Hillsong NYC, the Manhattan site of the global megachurch, have been leaked to The Christian Post, and its reported contents paint a picture of a church leadership rife with abuse, sexual misconduct and secrecy. Among the details…Continue Reading

(RNS) — The World Council of Churches is under pressure to oust the Russian Orthodox Church from its ranks, with detractors arguing the church’s leader, Patriarch Kirill, invalidated its membership by backing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and involving the church in the global political machinations of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The debate garnered a response…Continue Reading

(RNS) — At many Seder tables this week, the main course, after the long Haggadah readings, will consist of a large slab of beef brisket. The dish is so beloved among Ashkenazi Jews that it got prime billing courtesy of (fictional) Jewish mother extraordinaire Midge Maisel in the hit Amazon series, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.”…Continue Reading

It has been one of the most controversial topics in American aviation during the pandemic — and a trigger for violent passenger attacks. The current federal requirement to mask on planes and other public transportation is set to expire Monday, April 18, but the Biden administration has yet to decide whether to extend or end…Continue Reading

Meesho has let go over 150 employees and is looking to eliminate at least as many more positions as the Indian social commerce attempts to streamline its operations following an ongoing struggle to put together a new funding round at favorable terms, sources familiar with the matter said. Meesho, last valued at $4.9 billion in…Continue Reading

A Mercedes-Benz logo is seen on S500 car at the company’s vehicle assembly plant in Chakan, outside Pune, India, June 11, 2015. . REUTERS/Danish Siddiqui/File PhotoRegister now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comStart-up frenzy, stock market boom create new millionairesAverage age of Mercedes car buyer less than 40 yearsSale of its top-end luxury models grew…Continue Reading