MYSTERIOUS: Bible news topic - What They Never Told You

Over 500 Million Christians Worldwide Face Severe Bible Access Restrictions, New Report Reveals

The Bible Access Initiative says more than 500 million Christians face barriers to Scripture, with Afghanistan ranking highest for restrictions and several countries reporting major Bible shortages.

International Business Times UK · 5h ago

The crime-ridden laneway set for massive revamp

The little laneway has been left in disrepair for years.

The Canberra Times · Oct 2

Bought for £25, 570-year-old Gutenberg Bible leaf found in grandfather's belongings in the attic sells for £39,000

A leaf from the Gutenberg Bible was discovered in an English attic after decades of being unnoticed. It was originally purchased for £25 and later sold at auction for £39,000 in 2025. The leaf, approximately 570 years old, contains text from the Book of Numbers and is considered a significant…

The Times of India · Oct 1

Oxfam shop discovers rare Chinese Bible worth far more than expected

A rare 2-volume Bible donated to an Oxfam bookshop in Chelmsford, Essex, sold for £56,280 at auction after volunteers spotted it in a pile of donations. Dating from 1815 to 1822, the Bible contains a Chinese translation produced by missionaries John Lassar and Joshua Marshman and was printed in Serampore,…

The Times of India · Sep 23

The State’s Bible-Only Reading List Is a Disservice to Texas Kids

A new required list doesn't meet the need to learn about the major religious traditions that make up Texas today—and it could impair public schools' ability to serve diverse populations.

Texas Observer · Sep 17

A Christian pastor called Arapaho ceremonies 'idol worship.' Now the tribe wants her church gone

In the weeks since a Christian pastor on the Wind River Reservation likened Arapaho ceremonial ways to “idol worship,” the Sunday morning rhythm has become familiar

The Independent UK · Sep 14

Counter-Protestor Holds Crucifix and Tears Bible Pages During 25th Anniversary 9/11 Gathering

A person tore pages from a Bible during a counter-protest outside New York City Hall on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, as rival groups clashed and police made at least one arrest.

International Business Times UK · Sep 13

"Bible Belt" oversimplifies the South

Beneath commonalities, religious life was divided by both race and class

Salon · Sep 10

A journalist coined ‘the Bible Belt’ 100 years ago – it’s been oversimplifying the South ever since

“Look No Further!” a billboard on the side of the highway beckons, drawing my gaze toward the red cover of a Bible. “You Are Worthy of Redemption!”

The Conversation · Sep 9

‘I don’t chase the dollar. I never did’: the astonishing hidden life of Mr T

He grew up in the ghetto, became a global superstar – then gave it all up. Why did he step away from the spotlight?

The Guardian - UK · Sep 3