Vatican disputes what was said between Pope and an atheist journalist.

COMMENT: A historian details the events, and characters, behind the death of Jesus

Article says Easter is a time when we should recognise Jesus was victim of sexual assault.

Matthews described her time as bishop as "an extraordinary privilege".

Before Scientology's first lady disappeared, a young woman died in odd circumstances.

COMMENT: What an anti-climax. Yesterday was Census Day so where are the results?

The teen wants the Human Rights Commission to investigate.

Pasta surprise leaves Wellington students aghast.

Research suggests people who practice certain religions are happier than others.

Holi is a Hindu spring festival celebrated in India. It is also known as the “festival of colours”. The festival signifies the victory of good over evil, the arrival of spring, end of winter, and for many a festive day to meet others, play and laugh, forget and forgive, and repair broken relationships. / Video by Michael Craig

An Auckland priest tells Cherie Howie how and why he drives out demons.

If you thought they were merely a myth, think again.

Iranian agricultural delegation refused to shake the hand of Labour MP Jo Luxton.

"I think they've been gunning for them," source said about the community.

Cardinal says he hand-delivered message to Pontiff from victim outlining abuse.

Immigration NZ rejects claim those linked to Falun Gong are being denied tourist visas.

COMMENT: Afghan immigrant Dr Hashem Slaimankhel was a loss to New Zealand.

Nasrin Sotoudeh took a small stand against the Iranian regime that jailed her.

Bill English speaks about the Ratana movement.

A Taoist monk shares the secrets he swears by for a productive and fulfilling life.

It's an unremarkable image, but it carries an important message.

A young girl walking to school with her Brother in Toronto has had her hijab cut by a man.

Sect preaches its leader is an incarnation of various gods who has descended to earth

Southland Mosque Imam and dairy farmer Reza-Abdul Jabbar. / Video by Brett Phibbs

The Herald visits the southernmost mosque in the world.

Noah's Ark could soon be found, if one group of explorers is to be believed.

Destiny Church's charities were set to lose their tax-exempt status today.

Cardinal Bernard Law, Boston archbishop at centre of church sex-abuse scandal, dies at 86.

Archbishops refuse to break the seal of confession to reveal child abuse.

Expert says we will one day rely on artificial intelligence to solve society's problems.