Did The Vatican Steal Jesus' Foreskin?

Great article by David Farley on Slate about the theft of Jesus' foreskin from a priest's house in a small town near Rome." This wasn't just the residuum of any holy human—nor was it just any body part. It was the foreskin of Jesus Christ, the snipped-off tip of the...

Remains of St. Paul May Have Been Found

Vatican archaeologists have unearthed a sarcophagus believed to contain the remains of the Apostle Paul that had been buried beneath Rome's second largest basilica.

Insignia of Emperor Maxentius unearthed

"Archaeologists have unearthed what they say are the only existing imperial insignia belonging to Emperor Maxentius — precious objects that were buried to preserve them and keep them from enemies when he was defeated by his rival Constantine."

Principles and Practice of Nature Cure

"Nature cure is a constructive method of treatment which aims at removing the basic cause of disease through the rational use of the elements freely available in nature. It is not only a system of healing, but also a way of life, in tune with the internal vital forces or...

Skulls

" Rare Roman sarcophagus containing headless skeleton found in London So how did this skull end up in New York? Archaeologists surveying a property earmarked for a Long Island housing development discovered an ancient skull."

China Plans to Install Bishop Without the Vatican’s Consent

"China is planning to consecrate another bishop without the consent of Rome, a ceremony that could occur as soon as Thursday and seems likely to further damage already fraying efforts at reconciliation."

Church on the Edge of Rome Offers a Solution to Smog

MILAN, Nov. 27 — When the American architect Richard Meier was asked to design a church in Rome to commemorate the 2,000th anniversary of Christianity, he offered an imposing white concrete structure dominated by three soaring “sails.”The project’s main...

Pope Benedict XVI heading to Turkey (AP)

" 1 hour, 22 minutes ago ROME - Pope Benedict XVI " /> SEARCH News | News Photos | Images | Web " /> Pope Benedict XVI said Tuesday that his visit to Turkey is aimed at promoting dialogue and bridging differences, speaking minutes before departing for his first trip as...

Popemobile gives way to armoured car on visit to 'minefield' - Times ...

" Richard Own, Rome Security includes bulletproof vest Prime Minister will meet pontiff The Vatican is so anxious about the Pope’s safety during his trip to Turkey this week that it has vetoed use of the traditional “Popemobile”. Instead, Pope Benedict XVI will...