The Dervishes of Kosovo During new year celebrations, members of the Sufi order of Rifa'i pursue a highly painful form of devotion. Read More
Faith and Fear in Istanbul The Alevis, Turkey’s largest religious minority, have been persecuted for centuries. Will the fallout from the war in Syria only make things worse?
The Hyenas of Harar A trip to an Ethiopian city for a feeding ritual that shows that we can all get along, at least when there’s enough food to go around.
The Day Imam Tahir Died A prominent cleric in Western China is stabbed to death after morning prayers, but his city does not mourn him.