In Orthodox Christian iconography, a peculiar icon of Saint Christopher can be seen, depicting him with a dog's head.

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More than 7,000 people have been killed in fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) since last month, Prime Minister Judith Suminwa says, with a “significant” number of ...

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Ecumenical Orthodox patriarch backs Ukraine's sovereignty in Mass marking 3 years of war The top figure in Eastern Orthodox Christianity on Sunday has said “Ukraine’s sovereignty is not up for ...

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew leads the official door-opening ceremony of lower Manhattan’s St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, Nov. 2, 2021. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, File) ISTANBUL (AP) — The top ...