Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj Pilgrimage

10/03/14 2:50 PM PST

Authorities take extra security measures to check for Ebola and terrorist attack threats in preparation for Hajj pilgrimage

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Christmas in the Holy Land

12/24/13 1:32 PM PST

Despite regional tensions, thousands of pilgrims are traveling to the city of Bethlehem to attend midnight mass

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Hajj Attendance Drops Due to Health Concerns

10/16/13 10:03 AM PST

This year's Islamic Hajj pilgrimage has witnessed significantly less devotees due to health risks of the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome

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Pope Francis in Assisi

10/04/13 11:11 AM PST

The Pope makes a pilgrimage to the hometown of his namesake on the feast day of St. Francis.

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Italian Bus Tragedy

07/29/13 10:23 AM PST

A tour bus plunges off an elevated highway and down a ravine in southern Italy, killing at least 38.

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