The Latest Breaking News from Lent

Millions of Thais banish the booze for Buddhist Lent

SAMUT SAKHON - With her palms pressed together and her head bowed, Wassana Nak-umma vowed to give up alcohol for three months, joining millions of Thais in an abstinence campaign blending public health with spirituality.

Bangkok Post · Aug 3

The new spring detox? How to eat like a Greek monk over Lent

A proper fast for a few weeks can boost health, researchers and nutritionists say.

Euronews · Apr 4

The Greek monk spring playbook to renew healthy eating habits

In Greece, even McDonald’s franchises get into the lean Lent spirit by adding seasonal menu items

The Independent UK · Apr 1

#TikTokChristian: the Catholic influencers bringing young people into the fold

With huge turnouts across France at Ash Wednesday Mass, marking the start of Lent, Christian influencers are being credited with bringing young people back to church, with their explanatory videos and practical advice shared on social media attracting a new generation in search of spirituality.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 13, 2025

These Catholic women in France are striking for greater equality and influence within the Church

To highlight the importance of women's role in the Church, a Catholic feminist organisation is calling on women to go on strike during the 40 days of Lent.

Euronews · Apr 10, 2025

The ultimate 6-week Lent decluttering challenge – pro organizers share their 'transformative' tips for a pre-Easter reset

Cleaning experts explain how you can clean a jute rug to help dig out dirt embedded deep in the natural fibers without causing damage

Homes & Gardens · Mar 5, 2025

Get healthy during Lent by giving up any of these seven things for forty days

Deciding what to give up for Lent is a personal decision that requires self-reflection

Evening Standard · Mar 4, 2025

What foods will best prepare me for a day of fasting?

With Ramadan now upon us and Lent well under way – and with fasting generally often used as a tool for better health – we ask our panel how to optimise nutrition to fit around those lean periods

The Guardian - UK · Mar 12, 2024

Barnaby Joyce says he has given up alcohol for Lent as Perin Davey admits having two drinks before Senate hearing

New England MP accuses opponents of exploiting issue for political gain, while footage emerges of deputy Nationals leader appearing to slur her words

The Guardian - AU · Feb 19, 2024

Ponkandam parish makes Lenten history with green practice

St. Joseph’s parish at Ponkandam, near Mangalam Dam in Palakkad district, achieved yet another milestone on Sunday when the parishioners began their Lenten season by adopting green practices. St. Joseph’s is the first and only net-zero parish in the country.

The Hindu · Feb 13, 2024