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British Petroleum CEO Tony Hayward is very mindful of the need to keep bacteria out of his workers' food. Keeping toxins out of their lungs -- not so much.

Comedian beats up BP CEO look-alike on 'Colbert Report'.

From the birth of Jesus in a manger to the Star of Bethlehem, the details of the Nativity story show up in Christmas pageants and storefront windows everywhere.

An art student inspired by "clean eating" creates ephemeral fruit mandalas that are as tasty as they are beautiful.

The 40 Bags in 40 Days challenge encourages you to tackle one area of clutter in your home each day and get rid of it responsibly.

How have Easter's ancient paganist roots manifested in this modern Christian celebration?

Roughly a third of all scanned mummies contained no body inside.

Deists do not believe in miracles, divinely inspired writings, or messengers from above. So what do they believe?

The pontiff's sweeping new encyclical is meant not just for Earth's 1.2 billion Catholics, but for 'every person living on this planet.'

Metaphysical services are disappearing from the online marketplace faster than you can say 'I bind you, Etsy, from doing harm ...'

Many animals have been found buried with the same level of care as humans, suggesting a deep bond between humans and animals.

Experts are divided on the power of spirituality and an upbeat mindset.

A controversial move by a church in Georgia has people asking "Can you do that?"

Around 180 laypeople help the sisters keep up their round-the-clock prayer vigil.

Sacrifice isn't just about giving up chocolate, but that's a good start.

What did Jesus' drink at his last meal? Experts speculate what the modern-day counterpart would be, and you can try this at home, too.

If you think kosher wine is only for a specific group of wine drinkers, think again.

When the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu get together to share wisdom, we should all stop to listen.

It emerged from wartime bombing unscathed. But can Germany's Ulm Minster survive an onslaught of pee?

The new policy at Dignity Health Mercy Medical Center in Merced builds trust and community, and the patients are seeing the results.

This nun in Ireland shows off her soccer skills in a game of keepie uppie with a police officer.

Modern-day Lebanese are descendants of the Canaanites, proving that they weren't wiped out by the Israelites after all.

The Bats and Churches Partnership aims to ease the sometimes fraught relationship between bats and the houses of worship they roost in.

These symbols of good luck from around the world might just improve your energy in the universe.

The Swedish ritual of Årsgång or "year walk" is said to reveal visions of the future — if you can complete the requirements.

The festivities preceding the Catholic season of Lent are known by different names in different parts of the world. But it's a celebration everywhere.

Mennonites and Amish workers have been on the ground in Texas since August and continue to assist in rebuilding efforts.

The ancient Romans saw 'Pluto's Gate' in what is now modern-day Pamukkale in Turkey as the entrance to the underworld. Now we know how it worked.

Danny Ferraro was driving on Highway 105 in Texas when he spotted clouds arranged in an angelic way.

It's one of many bold claims made by the late physicist Stephen Hawking in his final book, "Brief Answers to the Big Questions," published posthumously.

The Council of Nicaea decided that Easter falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the vernal equinox.

Grimbergen Abbey will use centuries-old books as inspiration to start brewing beer again after more than 200 years.

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Why Volkswagen should bring back the Microbus.

This ancient tea from the Yunnan province in China has numerous health benefits and tastes wonderful.

Cranial sacral therapy also known as craniosacral therapy is a gentle technique that releases tensions deep inside the body to reduce pain and dysfunction.

The oil cleansing method has women everywhere ditching face soap in favor of oil — but why?

How to pollen-proof your life with these 20 tips for seasonal allergy sufferers.

These home remedies can help you tackle that pesky poison ivy rash the natural way.

This oil from the 'Indian lilac' can be used for everything from skin and hair care to pest control.

After trying several methods to remove the label glue from the bottles, I finally found the winner.

Believe the hype: Shea butter really is a wonderful all-around health and beauty balm.

Although it takes some time to get the plants going, homegrown "wild" ginseng has more value and character than cultivated roots.

Suffering from hot flashes, fatigue, insomnia or anxiety? Hormonal imbalance could be to blame — try these natural remedies to get things back on track.

Pesky insects can be a real pain during summer outdoor activities, but these simple remedies ease the aftermath of a bee sting.

From acetaminophen to anti-inflammatories, not all nonprescription pain drugs are created equal; here’s how to choose from the confusing array.

Herbals and natural food alternatives may offer you a chance to skip the pills next time you're sick.

Research has found that skin cells react positively when exposed to the smell, which could have applications in curing diseases.

If you know what to look for, you can find wild plants that will calm a fever, freshen your breath or make a lovely cup of tea.