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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Luis Andres Henao

What is the Rapture and why is a doomsday prediction spreading on TikTok?

Rapture Explainer - (AP2010)

The Rapture is near — at least according to an apocalyptic prophecy by one South African man who says it will fall on Sept. 23 or 24.

His claim has gone viral, with some believing it will mark the end times and many more mocking it on social media.

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