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Singapore tops religious diversity; global trends show Christians largest, Muslims fastest-growing, Hindus near 15%

Singapore ranks as the worlds most religiously diverse nation in a 2026 study by Pew Research Center, scoring 9.3 on its Religious Diversity Index. Covering 201 countries and drawing on 2,700 censuses, the report tracks global shifts: Christians remain largest, Muslims grow fastest, the unaffiliated reach 24.2%, and Asia-Pacific emerges most diverse regionally.

The Times of India 14 Feb 2026 3:56 am

Friday the 13th is here: Shocking legends from across the globe that explain why millions fear it

Across cultures, fear of unlucky dates reflects shared anxieties shaped by local beliefs. Western traditions link Friday the 13th to Christian and Norse lore, while Spain fears Tuesday the 13th, Italy Friday the 17th, and parts of East Asia avoid the number four. In India, the number 13 is sometimes associated with Rahu, symbolising cosmic disruption.

The Times of India 13 Feb 2026 7:28 pm

Second-class citizens abroad? Indian vegetarian sparks outrage over shocking McDonalds menu in Netherlands

An Indian vegetarian's complaint about limited options at a Dutch McDonald's sparked debate on food norms and consumer expectations. While India boasts extensive vegetarian menus, abroad, options can be scarce, leading to frustration for the country's large vegetarian population. This highlights a cultural clash between India's vegetarian-centric infrastructure and meat-dominant Western markets.

The Times of India 12 Feb 2026 8:37 pm

What does an orange USB port mean? I learned the truth behind the colors, and it's wild

Those colored USB ports aren't random. Here's what they tell you.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 6:35 am