(RNS) — Last year’s most read, most shared and most likely, in the eyes of RNS’ editors, to shape the year ahead.

Here is an overview of some of the religious freedom developments and news in the United States and abroad in 2025.

Religion played a role in some of the biggest political stories of the past year. That’s likely to continue in 2026, as ...

From viral slang and celebrity drama to historic wins and unforgettable memes, Nigerian social media in 2025 was a mirror of ...

Sri Lanka's government has been criticised for its lacklustre response to Cyclone Ditwah, which hit the South Asian nation ...

Videos and photographs show how the Chinese authorities have tried to dismantle Zion Church, a Christian network with ...

Figures from the realms of politics to sports, from presiding over the Vatican to Temple Square, are among those who died in ...

On December 14, at least 15 people were killed and dozens were injured when two gunmen opened fire on people celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach. Since then, numerous social media posts have shared ...

A Sikh religious procession was stopped in South Auckland by members of a far-right group. Videos of the incident are doing ...

Thai authorities said the structure was not a registered religious site and was removed for security and area management ...

If 2025 taught anything, it’s that the internet craves both the hyper-real and the wildly surreal. While millions fell for ...