A rare and intense public clash has erupted between US President Donald Trump and Pope Leo, with Trump calling the pontiff “weak on crime” and refusing to apologise despite mounting backlash. The row deepened after Trump shared—and later deleted—controversial images depicting himself in a Christ-like form. The dispute stems from sharp differences over the Iran conflict, highlighting a growing divide between political power and moral authority on the global stage.

Trump-Pope Leo Clash Explodes: 'Weak on Crime' Jibe, No Apology Amid Global Backlash

The rescue of an American airman shot down over Iran on Easter Sunday has become the latest flashpoint in a deepening theological debate over the US-Israeli war, after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly likened the operation to the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.



Iran War: US Secy Of War Hegseth Compares Airmen Rescue To Jesus Resurrection Story

A NASA astronomer has suggested that the Star of Bethlehem, which directed the three wise men to Baby Jesus, was real. Mark Matney points to records in Chinese astronomy to say that what the men saw was, in fact, a comet that continued to shine for more than 70 days. The information on this cosmic body dates back to 5BC, he wrote in the Journal of the British Astronomical Association. &nbsp;Jesus is said to have been born between 6BC and 5BC. According to the Bible, the star was first seen in the east and then travelled from Jerusalem to Bethlehem. The men were scholars who studied stars and believed the new star in the sky was a sign of the birth of the Messiah.&nbsp;The star has been a topic of debate for years, with some saying that it was purely mythical. However, Matney claims that what the men saw was a comet, and it has been mentioned in Chinese texts, the Daily Mail reported. The ice ball struck Earth around 2,000 years ago, Matney states in the journal. He analysed an object mentioned in ancient Chinese records, which he says is consistent with this comet. The planetary scientist has identified a range of orbits that this comet took.Matney wrote, Matney wrote in his study, "This is the first astronomical candidate for the Star ever identified that could have had apparent motion corresponding to the description in Matthew, where the Star 'went before' the Magi on their journey to Bethlehem until it 'stood over' where the child Jesus was."&nbsp;In one of his analyses, he states that the comet first became visible on a June morning in 5BC. Anyone who was going south, that is, towards Bethlehem, would have seen it ahead of them and then standing still overhead. The comet passed so close to Earth that it would have been visible even during the day.

The Bible states that three wise men, who were scholars, followed a bright star to reach Baby Jesus. They believed its appearance was a sign of the birth of the Messiah. A NASA planetary scientist has claimed that it was not a star but something else. 

A NASA astronomer has suggested that the Star of Bethlehem, which directed the three wise men to Baby Jesus, was real. Mark Matney points to records in Chinese astronomy to say that what the men saw was, in fact, a comet that continued to shine for more than 70 days. The information on this cosmic body dates back to 5BC, he wrote in the Journal of the British Astronomical Association. Jesus is said to have been born between 6BC and 5BC. According to the Bible, the star was first seen in the east and then travelled from Jerusalem to Bethlehem. The men were scholars who studied stars and believed the new star in the sky was a sign of the birth of the Messiah. The star has been a topic of debate for years, with some saying that it was purely mythical. However, Matney claims that what the men saw was a comet, and it has been mentioned in Chinese texts, the Daily Mail reported. The ice ball struck Earth around 2,000 years ago, Matney states in the journal. He analysed an object mentioned in ancient Chinese records, which he says is consistent with this comet. The planetary scientist has identified a range of orbits that this comet took. Matney wrote, Matney wrote in his study, "This is the first astronomical candidate for the Star ever identified that could have had apparent motion corresponding to the description in Matthew, where the Star 'went before' the Magi on their journey to Bethlehem until it 'stood over' where the child Jesus was." In one of his analyses, he states that the comet first became visible on a June morning in 5BC. Anyone who was going south, that is, towards Bethlehem, would have seen it ahead of them and then standing still overhead. The comet passed so close to Earth that it would have been visible even during the day.

The Bible states that three wise men, who were scholars, followed a bright star to reach Baby Jesus. They believed its appearance was a sign of the birth of the Messiah. A NASA planetary scientist has claimed that it wasn't a star but something else.&nbsp;

NASA scientist claims Star of Bethlehem was real, and China has proof. However, it wasn't a star, but...

 Artificial intelligence is now stepping into the world of religion. New faith-based apps are deploying AI chatbots to offer spiritual guidance, answer prayers, and even simulate conversations with religious figures like Jesus. These tools claim to make faith more accessible, but they are also raising serious ethical and theological concerns about authenticity, manipulation, and the future of spirituality.

AI Chatbots Preach As Jesus In Religious Apps

A viral prophecy by South African pastor Joshua Mhlakela has taken social media by storm, claiming that Jesus appeared to him in a vision and revealed the exact date of the Rapture: September 23–24, 2025, aligning with the Jewish holiday of Rosh Hashanah. The prophecy has ignited a firestorm online, especially on TikTok under the hashtag #RaptureTok, with some believers going so far as to sell their possessions or leave their jobs in preparation for what they believe is the end.

Viral rapture prophecy: Pastor claims Jesus revealed end on Sept 23-24, 2025

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