Many Orthodox Christians are wondering how to live and raise their families in an increasingly secularized and anti-Christian culture in the U.S. and Western Europe where many believe Christianity has lost the "culture wars." In this episode of Ancient Faith Today, host Kevin Allen speaks with author and journalist Rod Dreher, of The American Conservative, about what he calls "The Benedict Option."

For most people in our society the Christmas season is a time of celebration, with holiday parties, and unleashed consumerism. For Orthodox Christians however the Advent Season is a time of fasting, prayer and ascetic struggle. Why? In this edition of Ancient Faith Today, host Kevin Allen discusses with Father Gregory Jensen, author of the book The Cure for Consumerism, the reason for the ascetic struggle for Orthodox Christians.

We hear from a former moderator in Kenya who was left traumatised by his previous job.

The Roman Centurion was quite right to be hesitant about asking the Lord to visit his house.

Matthew interviews historian Fr. Oliver Herbel about a little-known—though very important—1940s precursor to SCOBA. Learn more HERE.

Google joins the already crowded RSS aggregator space with their new ajax RSS reader, done in the style of Gmail. Blogger project manager Jason Shellen led the project.

In the world of business, understanding unit economics is crucial for achieving scalability, profitability, and maintaining overall business health. It provides valuable insights into the financial performance of a company, allowing entrepreneurs and managers to make informed decisions about resource allocation, pricing, and profitability. I spend a decent amount of time talking about this in ... Read more

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Relive the 2008 Wimbledon men’s singles final between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller on Rafael Nadal's enduring rivalry with Roger Federer and his legacy in the tennis world.

British number one Katie Boulter is comfortably beaten in straight sets by top seed Diana Shnaider in the final of the Hong Kong Open.

Something for if you’re stuck overthinking something: Very few decisions are permanent. Almost all decisions can be reversed, altered, or adjusted.

Jon Rahm’s play-off defeat in the Spanish Open by the world number 398 shows golf’s enduring capacity to yield upsets - but this trait rarely extends to the Presidents Cup, writes Iain Carter.

Watch the best shots from Matteo Manassero's nine-under-par third round as he takes a three-shot lead into the final round of the PGA Championship at Wentworth.

Paddy Tally is expected to be named the new Derry football manager which will end the county's four-month search to fill the role.

Photographer Cormac Downes captures the night sky above Wales in a series of striking images.

Paul Craig says he was more excited by "fighting in front of Spiderman" than he would be Donald Trump as the Scot prepares to meet Bo Nickal at Madison Square Garden.

A 38-year-old man was arrested and two Ghanaian men were removed from the vessel as part of the operation.

A Dundee man who shook a baby so hard he was left with life-changing injuries has been jailed for 12 years.

Transport Minister Fiona Hyslop says she is pushing ferry operator CalMac to consider "all options" to maintain services.

The tree was once common but deforestation and overgrazing has caused it to largely disappear .

Extra officers were deployed in the city in the aftermath of two reported public attacks on women.

Thousands of Derry City fans travelled to Dublin for the FAI cup final but the Candystripes lost out to Drogheda two-nil.

Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins and midfielder Michael Duffy give their thoughts on the Candystripes' 2-0 defeat by Drogheda United in the FAI Cup final.

A man has gone on trial accused of murdering Damien Heagney.

Caleb Ferguson must serve a minimum of 16 years for killing a 20-year-old man in Perth.

A woman attacked by a convicted murderer on home release feels "gagged" by a confidentiality agreement to attend his parole hearing.

Offers have been made for a site which inspired JM Barrie but a timeline for any sale is uncertain.

Among the policies announced by the chancellor, some will have a direct impact on younger people.

Council leader Nick Adams-King reacts to budget and says it is 'deeply disappointing' for local growth.

Politicians at Stormont and across the island of Ireland react to the US election result.

The technology allows people to scan a code and get information on navigating buildings.

Bosses must pass on all tips and service charges to staff under new employment rules.

The online fashion firm is mulling whether to offload its brands as sales remain under pressure.

Registered childcare providers in Wales won't have to pay business rates, says the Welsh government.

The General Medical Council says there are interim conditions on the doctor's registration.

Ian Staves was found dead at his home in Cherry Lane, Wootton, in September 2022.

Nuclear Waste Services says it is undertaking a range of studies in the search area.

Police say three men were known to each other and had been to Aldi together before altercation.

A sales agreement means work can soon start on a new development at a former factory in Stamford.

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder says his side will not be afraid of losing when they host rivals Sheffield Wednesday on Sunday.

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder puts his side's early-season success down to the togetherness at the club.

Neil Crossley from Barnsley forgot his daughter Amy when walking down the aisle

Sipho Pfukani is told he must serve at least 18 years for the murder of 26-year-old Lazarus Makono.

Up to £991,000 will be spent on the major scheme to help reduce flooding.

Police say a woman and two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Simon Beech, 36, took part in riots in Stoke-on-Trent on 3 August.

Michael McDonald pressured a Newport woman into paying for expensive and unnecessary jobs.

Spin bowling all-rounder Zafar Gohar signs a two-year deal with Middlesex following his departure from Gloucestershire.

Michael Hall shares his journey since son's death, Georgia Stone reports.