UT Austin anti-Israel agitators freed after governor said they 'belong in jail'

Anti-Israel protesters arrested at an anti-Israel rally at The University of Texas at Austin are bring cut loose on Thursday after chaotic scenes on campus.

Bible full of 'historical evidence' for how effective prayer is, stresses faith leader

A pastor in the Seattle, Washington area is highlighting the importance and power of prayer amid today's antisemitism and attacks on Jewish people both in America and all over the world.

Australia counterterrorism force arrests 7 teenagers following Sydney bishop stabbing

Australia reportedly has arrested seven teens who allegedly believe in a religiously motivated extremist ideology and have ties to a church stabbing suspect.

Spain approves plans for sexual abuse victims of Catholic Church to be compensated financially

Victims of sexual abuse connected to the Catholic Church in Spain will now be financially compensated after an economical plan was approved by the Spanish Court.

NYC riots: Anti-Israel agitators hurl bottles at NYPD, form human chain amid mass arrests

NYPD Deputy Commissioner of Operations Kaz Daughtry posted a video to X showing several bottles being flung at police during anti-Israel protests at New York University's (NYU) Monday.

Dallas-area church highlights importance of adoption, foster care at 'Chosen' conference

Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas, recently hosted the "Chosen" conference, spotlighting the role the church can play in adoption and foster care. Fox News Digital spoke with its pastor.

Terry Anderson, AP reporter abducted in Lebanon and held captive for years, dead at 76

In 1985, Anderson became one of several Westerners abducted by members of the Shiite Muslim group Hezbollah during a time of war that had plunged Lebanon into chaos.

Friendly faith reminder: Jesus is the 'Good Shepherd' that humanity needs, says evangelical leader

Rev. Johnnie Moore of Washington, D.C., shared what it means for Jesus Christ to call himself the "good shepherd" in John 10:11. Christians, he said, need a shepherd.

Passover holds the key to comprehending today's 'vicious' antisemitism, says rabbi and spiritual leader

The chief rabbi of South Africa shared thoughts about Passover, faith, the Jewish people and today's rampant antisemitism just ahead of the holiday's start on Monday at sundown.

'Harassment' of Christian college by Biden administration blasted by state education official

The U.S. Department of Education is trying to take down Grand Canyon University over "ideological" differences, according to GCU's president.

Biden 'doesn't understand the Catholic faith,' bishop says: 'I'm not angry at him, he's just stupid'

Bishop Robert Gruss of the Diocese of Saginaw urged Catholic faithful to let go of anger at President Biden, who he says is "just stupid" and "doesn't understand the Catholic faith."

Sydney church bishop stabbed in 'terrorist incident' says he forgives attacker

An Australian church bishop and priest who was stabbed in a "terrorist incident" on April 16 said he is recovering quickly and has forgiven his attacker.

Biden's education secretary vows to shut down the largest Christian university in the US

Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona vowed to crack down on the largest Christian university in the country during a House committee hearing.

This Passover has a 'bitter taste,' says Los Angeles-based activist as Hamas hostage crisis continues

Noa Tishby, activist, actress, author and Israel's former Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism and Delegitimization, revealed why this Passover is particularly poignant.

Jewish organization leader says Israel will be protected by God, despite attacks by Iran or its proxies

Aish CEO Rabbi Steven Burg told Fox News Digital Israel will continue to be protected by God as countries like Iran continue to attack the Holy Land.

Antisemitic incidents in US skyrocketed in 2023, ADL report says, averaging 24 per day

Numbers released by the Anti-Defamation League show antisemitic incidents reached an all-time high in the U.S. last year, averaging one every hour.

UK court upholds school's ban on prayer following Muslim student's legal challenge

A Muslim student at a London school lost a court battle over the school's ban on prayer. The judge ruled that the student had accepted the school's rules upon enrollment.

Australia says bishop, priest’s church stabbing was a 'terrorist incident'

A stabbing attack at the the Assyrian Christ The Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley, Australia is being investigated as a "terrorist incident," police say.

Salman Rushdie in 1st interview about nearly-fatal knife attack: 'I feel more the presence of death'

Salman Rushdie survived the knife attack, which lasted nearly 30 seconds and damaged his liver and severed the nerves in an arm and an eye.

Jewish group for Passover introduces 'Ten Plagues of Antisemitism' in its haggadah this year

JewBelong, an organization dedicated to "supporting joyous Judaism and confronting antisemitism" has a new twist on the Passover seder to start conversations about antisemitism.

Christian groups see need in changing approach to deal with historic decline in Americans’ church attendance

The leader of a San Francisco church and an executive for a digital company that connects people to church communities told Fox how they're combatting a decline in church attendance.

Peace of Jesus Christ 'will drive all anxiety, every fear, from our hearts,' says DC-based friar

Fr. Patrick Mary Briscoe, O.P., a Dominican friar in Washington, D.C., reflects on Luke 24:38 and explains why it is important to have faith and trust in God through all trials.

Christians in Africa face worrying rise in killings, persecution and displacement

According to one group Christians are being persecuted, killed and displaced in 28 of Africa’s 54 countries. Nigeria is one country that has seen a massive rise in attacks against the faithful.

Jewish organizations voice support for Israel's 'obligation' to defend themselves from Iran's attacks

Jewish organizations in the United States shared their support for the U.S. and called for Israel to "aggressively defend" themselves against Iran's missile and drone attacks.

WATCH: Nun carries suitcase later discovered to contain remains of deceased friend

A pedestrian found a foul-smelling suitcase and discovered that it contained bones, but the police have determined that the 58-year-old victim died from an illness, not from any foul play.

Ethiopian Jews in dire need as Israel-Hamas conflict disrupts established aid, Jewish charity says

Ethiopian Jews are in dire need of international aid as enduring issues of insufficient medical resources and food scarcity continue to plague their enclaves in Gondar and Addis Ababa.

Franklin Graham arrives in Poland for 'God Loves You' tour after Auschwitz visit: 'Very sobering'

Rev. Franklin Graham is in Poland, where he will be addressing a crowd of thousands in Krakow on Saturday, April 13, as part of his continuing "God Loves You" tour. He stopped first at Auschwitz.

Pope to make longest trip of papacy by traveling to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Singapore

Pope Francis is set to visit Indonesia, East Timor, Papua New Guinea and Singapore in September, delighting Catholics in the region. It is possible he will also stop in Vietnam.

Afghanistan's Taliban leaders issued different messages for Eid. Experts say that shows tensions

Two Taliban leaders in Afghanistan delivered messages for Eid al-Fitr this week which experts say showed tensions between hardliners and those who want to scrap harsher policies.

Portuguese Catholic Church announces it will compensate victims of sex abuse

The Portuguese Catholic Church has unanimously agreed to compensate victims of sex abuse by clergy; a fund will be created with contributions from all of the Portuguese dioceses.

On this day in history, April 11, 1945, US troops enter Buchenwald concentration camp, confront Nazi horrors

US Army forces under the command of Gen. George Patton liberated Buchenwald concentration camp in Weimar, Germany, on this day in history, April 11, 1945.

Harry Potter actress denounces Israel as 'vicious genocidal nationalist nation:' 'Hitler has won'

Harry Potter film actress Miriam Margolyes, who is Jewish herself, released a video condemning Israel as a "vicious genocidal nationalist nation," comparing it to Nazi Germany.

'Satanic ritual murders' result in lengthy prison sentences for 3 Russians

Four Russians were arrested in connection with three murders described as "satanic ritual killings." The perpetrators lured two of their victims into the forest to kill them in secret.

Vatican document on modern issues shows 'how stupid it is' to see Church as 'left' or 'right': Bishop Barron

Bishop Robert Barron told Fox News Digital that the release of the Vatican document "Dignitas infinita" on Monday shows "how stupid it is" to categorize the church as "right" or "left."

White House responds after Pope Francis condemns 'gender theory,' affirms Biden's support for trans community

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre affirmed Biden's support for the transgender community, despite a document from Pope Francis.

Vatican says gender theory, surrogacy violate human dignity in ethics document

The Vatican's Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith admonished the practices of gender reassignment surgery and surrogate pregnancy on Monday, calling them threats to human dignity.

Easter continues to bring gifts of the resurrected Jesus, says Washington, D.C., nun

Divine Mercy Sunday is the first Sunday after Easter, and it celebrates the unfathomable mercy of Jesus Christ, a D.C.-based religious sister told Fox News Digital.

Synanon rehab center turned from helping to brainwashing with 'communal living experiment,' docuseries reveals

The Synanon Foundation started as a heroin rehabilitation center in Santa Monica in 1958, but by the 1970s, it had transformed into a cult with thousands of members.

Greek, Jewish, Puerto Rican: Biden has history of claiming to be 'honorary' member of numerous ethnic groups

President Biden has a history of tying himself to various ethnicity groups and cultures, saying just this week he inherited the nickname “Biden-opoulos" in his home state of Delaware.

NYC to pay $17.5M for forcing Muslim women to remove hijabs for mugshot

The city of New York has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit of $17.5 million for forcing people to remove their hijabs for mugshots photos after being arrested.

An Argentine judge recognizes gender abuse suffered for years by 20 nuns in a breakthrough ruling

A judge in Argentina has ruled that 20 cloistered nuns in the country's north suffered abuse from high-ranking clergy for more than 20 years, casting a spotlight on abuse in the Catholic Church.

From 'end times' to 'karmic multiplier,' this is how religions traditionally view a solar eclipse

Religions offer different perspectives on solar eclipses both historically and in modernity. Religious scholars have suggestions for how to observe the fast-approaching 2024 eclipse.

Holocaust survivors join international initiative to fight increasing antisemitism worldwide

Holocaust survivors have united to form an international initiative called the Survivor Speakers Bureau, organized by the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany.

Vatican preparing document on 'immoral tendencies': Gender theory, surrogacy and more

The Vatican announced a document is forthcoming next week that will provide guidance on gender ideology and surrogate pregnancies from the perspective of human dignity.

Ramadan 2024: What it is, when it begins, how it's observed and more

Ramadan is a time for reflection and prayer for Muslims. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast during the day, up until the end is marked by a day called Eid al-Fitr.

Peruvian archbishop has resigned from position as the Vatican investigates disturbing reports

After suing two journalists for reports on sexual abuse and financial corruption, a Peruvian archbishop, José Eguren, has resigned in the midst of a Vatican investigation.

Pope Francis exposes confidential details about his election and relationships in lengthy interview

Pope Francis has revealed deep political secrets with confidential details about his election and relationships in a lengthy interview published on Tuesday.

Famous atheist says he identifies as a 'cultural Christian' and is 'horrified' by promotion of Islamic holiday

Scientist and outspoken atheist Richard Dawkins said if he had to choose between Christianity and Islam, he would choose Christianity every time.

NYC mosques struggle to house surging migrant population this Ramadan

New York mosques are grappling with the task of meeting a surging number of migrants' needs during Ramadan while striving to provide meals, shelter and assistance.

Morning Glory: Israel’s war of survival

The only way to understand Israel's war in Gaza is to rely on the right experts. The legacy media can't be counted on, so here is an essential set of resources to get behind the scenes.

Israeli soldier gravely injured in Oct. 7 terror attack finds new faith, offers hope to others

An Israeli Defense Force (IDF) soldier talked to Fox News Digital about how he survived the Oct. 7, 2023, terror attack on Israel — and how his faith is strong as he shares hope with others.

On this day in history, April 2, 2005, Pope John Paul II dies at age 84

Pope John Paul II died on April 2, 2005, at age 84. The Polish-born pontiff had the third-longest papal reign in history and the second-longest of the modern era.

JESSE WATTERS: The media is acting like it's tacky for Trump to promote the word of God

Fox News host Jesse Watters reacts to the media's criticism of former President Trump for promoting the "God Bless the USA" Bible during Holy Week.

LGBTQ-inclusive church in Cuba welcomes all in a country that once sent gay people to labor camps

A church in Matanzas, Cuba is LGBTQ+ inclusive and open to all, in a country that previously sent gay people to labor camps and where there is still widespread anti-gay hostility.

Biden says he 'didn't do that' when asked about Easter being 'Trans Visibility Day,' despite proclamation

President Biden declined responsibility when asked about his proclamation declaring March 31, the same day as Easter this year, as Transgender Day Of Visibility.

First Communion gifts to buy on Amazon for children set to receive the sacrament

Spring is the season when many children receive their first Holy Communion. Consider gifts to shop on Amazon that mark the celebration of the religious sacrament.

Lawmakers in several US states propose legislation to allow spiritual chaplains in public schools

Lawmakers in several states are proposing legislation to allow chaplains in public schools, aiming to provide spiritual support to students who may not have access.

London police officer sparks outrage after suggesting swastikas should be 'taken into context' to Jewish woman

A British police officer was filmed having a heated discussion with a Jewish woman who was offended by a swastika at an anti-Israel march in London, England.

Why Easter matters

Without the truth of Easter, there is no salvaging of Christianity. It would be a dead religion that has spent 2,000 years duping people into wasting their lives.

Historian rebukes liberals portraying Christ as a Palestinian: 'Rips Jesus out of his Jewish context'

Historian called out Democrats and liberal media commentators who attempted to relate Christ's birth to the current Gaza conflict and called Jesus a "Palestinian."

Billy Ray Cyrus celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ in heartfelt Easter message

Billy Ray and Firerose Cyrus join "Jesse Watters Primetime" to discuss the release of their song "After the Storm" and celebrate the Easter holiday.

Jesus Christ's resurrection means we are all on the 'Road to Emmaus,' says Texas pastor

For Easter Sunday, Rev. Jeremiah Johnston, Ph.D., reflects on the Road to Emmaus and the hope offered by the physical resurrection of Jesus Christ after his death on the cross.

The Easter revolution causes the tyrants of the world to tremble

The New Testament has a grab-you-by-the-lapel quality, an urgency to communicate an event that has turned everything upside down: the resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth.

New Moses miniseries out Easter week emphasizes famous figure's 'flawed' humanity in biblical epic

A new Netflix docuseries on Moses drops this week and explores the historical giant central to the Christian, Jewish and Muslim faiths.

Danica McKellar wishes the world would be 'open to God's love,' two years after finding faith

Danica McKellar shares her Easter Sunday plans with Fox News Digital. The "Wonder Years" actress plans to attend a church service in the morning with her family in San Diego.

Trump demands Biden issue apology over 'blasphemous' Trans Visibility Day on Easter Sunday: 'Appalling'

Trump demanded an apology from Biden and the White House, calling their declaration 'Transgender Day of Visibility' on Easter Sunday, "appalling" and "blasphemous."

Liberal churches celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter this year: 'DRAG ME TO CHURCH'

Easter celebrations will coincide this year with events taking place by several groups that are looking to recognize transgender people on the same day.

As Easter nears, our world can be changed only by the truth of the resurrection, says Rev. Franklin Graham

Ahead of Easter, faith leader Rev. Franklin Graham described to Fox News Digital why Jesus Christ is the only One who can provide true grace and help to those who are lonely and in pain.

Biden slammed on social media after announcing Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter Sunday

President Joe Biden was slammed on social media Saturday after announcing that Transgender Day of Visibility would be recognized on Easter Sunday this year.

In just 3 days your life can change for the better. Easter shows how

In just three days horrendous defeat became miraculous victory. Easter means there is nothing in our lives that can’t be changed for the better.

Holy Saturday is a time to 'pause, thank Jesus and choose hope,' says Washington pastor

Pastor Jesse Bradley of Grace Community Church in Auburn, Washington, shared thoughts with Fox News Digital on the meaning of Holy Saturday ahead of Easter Sunday and the resurrection.

New York City's mayor gets baptized in jail by Rev. Al Sharpton on Good Friday

Eric Adams, Mayor of New York City, received a jailhouse baptism from Rev. Al Sharpton on Good Friday at the Rikers Island jail complex, joining in on the rite with a group of incarcerated men.

Pope skips Good Friday event to preserve health ahead of Easter, Vatican says

The Vatican announced that Pope Francis skipped the annual Good Friday procession held at the Colosseum in Rome in order 'to protect his health,' he instead followed the event from home.

Easter is March 31 this year. Here's why many Christians will wake up before sunrise to celebrate

Easter will be observed this year on March 31, and many Christians will wake up before sunrise to 'celebrate their belief in the resurrection of Jesus.'

Cardinal Dolan of New York reveals his Good Friday message: 'God has the last word'

Cardinal Timothy Dolan of the Archdiocese of New York appeared on "Fox & Friends" on Friday, March 29 to discuss the state of society and provide a message for Easter.

In Jerusalem, Palestinian Christians observe scaled-down Good Friday rituals

Amid the Israel-Hamas war, smaller crowds than normal participated in a customary Good Friday procession in Jerusalem, which usually garners thousands of foreign visitors.

Easter is about God's love and should not be 'domesticated,' says Bishop Robert Barron

Bishop Robert Barron of Minnesota, during an interview on "Lighthouse Faith," talked about the faith significance of Easter — and stressed that it should not be "domesticated."

Controversy over Lebanese nun's prayer for Hezbollah highlights Lebanon's internal debate over group

A nun at a Christian school in Lebanon asked students to pray for Hezbollah fighters in the south. This sparked controversy over the role the group should play in the country.

Hijab-wearing players in women's NCAA Tournament aim to break barriers

Jannah Eissa from N.C. State and Diaba Konate from UC Irvine are gaining recognition for their choice to wear hijabs while playing basketball during the NCAA Tournament.

Jewish group to deliver 180K letters to White House to mark 180 days since Oct. 7

The Orthodox Union is working with fellow Jewish advocacy organizations to collect 180,000 letters of support for Israel to be hand-delivered to the White House to mark 180 days since the Oct. 7 attacks.

The coming Easter means the salvation of humanity is at hand: seminary president

Judge Phil Ginn, president of Southern Evangelical Seminary in North Carolina, reflects on the end of Lent and the upcoming Easter celebration of Christ's resurrection.

On Good Friday, behold the man

The Museum of the Bible’s new exhibit features 21 pieces that help us imagine the deeper spiritual realities behind what Christ went through on Good Friday.

US pastors see popular Easter services as opportunity to rebuild in-person worship attendance

As pastors prepare for Easter this year, many are eager to welcome more people back to churches than they have seen since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic four years ago.

On Holy Thursday at the Last Supper, Jesus gave us the gift of himself, says Minnesota priest

At the Last Supper, Jesus not only instituted the Eucharist, he also displayed servitude toward the disciples in washing their feet, said a Minnesota priest to Fox News Digital.

Holy Week and Easter Sunday offer a message like no other. And it can change your life

Holy Week and Easter mark the most important time in the calendar year for Christians all over the world. And it brings a powerful message that is unlike any other.

Is Russia’s Putin a devout Christian or has he weaponized religion to advance his personal ambitions?

Russian President Vladimir Putin's use of Orthodox Christianity as a strategic tool to restore Russia’s Imperial status has revived the Russian people’s sense of exceptionalism.