Religious Rituals

In its 800-year history, a conclave has never been this diverse. How will this changing face of Catholicism impact the result of the papal vote?

Thousands of Catholic faithful are expected to descend upon Rome in the coming weeks — and not only to mourn Pope Francis.

The world's eyes are on the Vatican at the moment, with a new pope soon to be decided through the secretive process of the conclave. Here's how we will know when one is chosen.

As Conclave movie streaming tops Australia's watch list, we go behind the scenes with its cast and a historian, while real life cardinals rush to The Vatican.

If Donald Trump can be president, Deborah Kelly reasoned, then she could start a religion. The artist's project began as a parody, but soon morphed into a genuine source of spiritual solace for a growing community.

Mercy is key in Islam, especially during the holy month. Here's what that means for Muslims and those outside the faith.

This week kicks off the period leading up to the Christian Easter celebrations. But while Easter is typically associated with hot cross buns and chocolate eggs, there's another sweet treat to indulge in: pancakes. 

Ramadan is a sacred time for Muslims around the world. Here's how non-Muslims can learn more and share the celebration.

While Canberra is one of the least-religious states and territories in the country, for those who adhere to a faith, it's the most important thing in their lives. So what does that look like?

About 250,000 people had gathered despite event organisers having approval for only 80,000.

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade confirms an Australian is among the hundreds to die completing the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. 

Self-described nerdy couple Michael and Kirilee wanted to do away with modern tradition for their wedding so they borrowed customs from the 1500s. Their celebrant says they're part of a growing trend.

Natasha Lechner died of heart failure just minutes after taking part in a kambo ritual, with the NSW coroner finding the giant tree frog poison can cause death in healthy people as well as those with pre-existing conditions.

An inquest into the death of Jarrad Antonovich at a spiritual retreat in 2021 has been adjourned after a number of fresh witnesses contacted police.

A woman who was with Jarrad Antonovich at a psychedelic retreat in NSW tells an inquest she raised concerns about the 46-year-old's condition, but the response led her to ignore her instincts.

This patch of dirt was once a lush jungle that locals say was home to ancient spirits. Now, luxury villas, bars and restaurants are being built here instead to bring in foreign investors.

The man kidnapped the children of a former boss and demanded a $1 million ransom.

The popularity of real Christmas trees surged during the pandemic and is continuing, but some growers are having trouble keeping up because of bad weather conditions affecting supply.

This month, celebration is in the air for millions of Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Newar Buddhists across the world who are observing Diwali — the Festival of Lights. But what about those who aren't religious?

In the latest series of cases involving blasphemy laws in Indonesia, a TikToker with more than than 2 million followers is found guilty and jailed for two years for saying an Islamic phrase before eating crispy pork skin.