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Prince Hall Freemasons are celebrating their history, focusing on community service and new generations of membership.

Looking for things to do in DFW this Father’s Day weekend? From Juneteenth events and craft beer walks to live music and Broadway shows, here’s your guide to what’s happening around town.

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Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the ...

The United Nations Human Rights Committee has issued a landmark ruling holding Guatemala accountable for violating the rights ...