Airbnb shares slide on lower revenue forecast despite a doubling of net income
Airbnb's profit more than doubled last quarter, but management's disappointing revenue forecast sparked a roughly 7% drop in its stock in after-market trading.
2 dead as Russia launches attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure
A Russian cruise missile strike on infrastructure in Ukraine’s western Lviv region has left one person dead while another died in an attack in the northeast.
Pope overcomes health concerns to preside over Easter Mass and appeal for peace in Gaza and Ukraine
Pope Francis has rallied from respiratory problems to lead some 60,000 people in Easter celebrations and make a strong appeal for a cease-fire in Gaza and a prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine.
The Trump camp and the White House clash over Biden's recognition of 'Transgender Day of Visibility'
President Joe Biden is facing criticism from Donald Trump and religious conservatives for proclaiming March 31 — which corresponds with Easter Sunday this year — as “Transgender Day of Visibility.”.
Girl, 8, only survivor of bus crash that kills 45 Easter pilgrims on South Africa's deadly roads
An 8-year-old girl was the lone survivor after a bus full of Easter pilgrims from Botswana making their way to a popular church festival in rural South Africa crashed off a bridge on a mountain pass and plunged into a ravine before bursting into flames.
Bus plunges off a bridge in South Africa, killing 45 people. An 8-year-old is the only survivor
Authorities say a bus carrying worshippers headed to an Easter weekend church gathering plunged off a bridge on a mountain pass and burst into flames in South Africa, killing at least 45 people.
Have colorful Easter photos? Make us ‘hoppier’ by sharing them!
The coming days will be filled with egg hunts, candy being handed out, pictures with the Easter bunny, and other family portraits to commemorate the most important day on the Christian calendar.
It’s illegal to buy, sell or dye chicks, ducklings, baby rabbits as Easter novelties in San Antonio
Baby rabbits, chicks and ducklings may be in demand this time of year, but the City of San Antonio is reminding people that it is illegal to buy, sell or dye them due to the “Easter Animal” law.
Passion Play takes place in downtown San Antonio
Thousands of spectators are expected to line the streets of downtown San Antonio for the Good Friday tradition that recreates the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ — the Passion Play.
Families wrap up Easter camping at San Antonio parks with holiday traditions
After camping all weekend long, braving cold temperatures and soggy weather, San Antonians in city parks geared up for a big day of traditional activities and fun for Easter.
Ukrainians celebrate Palm Sunday in church marred by dispute
Ukrainians have marked Palm Sunday in the country's most revered Orthodox site that has been at the heart of a religious dispute playing out in parallel with the war against Russia.
What’s open, closed on Easter Sunday in the San Antonio area
Running out of Easter Candy or just tired of cooking? On Easter Sunday, some of you may be wondering where exactly a bunny can hop to for a bite to eat or errands.
AP PHOTOS: Joyous Holy Week celebrations around the world
From dressing as Roman soldiers in Antigua, Guatemala, to carrying palm fronds on the streets of Lagos, Nigeria, Christians around the world are celebrating Holy Week.
What’s in your Easter chocolates? Consumer Reports warns of heavy metals in some candy.
Easter baskets may be filled with tempting chocolates, some of which Consumer Reports cautions may contain heavy metals.
An Easter primer: Facts, figures you might not have known about the celebration
Here’s a synopsis of both the historical elements of Easter that people might not know about, and the modern financial windfall Easter is expected to be in 2022.
SA Parks and Recreation Dept. conducting tree maintenance through Easter weekend at city parks
While families plan to invade Brackenridge Park for the annual tradition of camping overnight during the Easter weekend, city officials are making sure that city parks are free of tree problems.
WATCH: Passion Play takes place in downtown San Antonio
Thousands of spectators are expected to line the streets of downtown San Antonio for the Good Friday tradition that recreates the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ — the Passion Play.
5 spots to visit in Jerusalem around Easter
Many Christians around the world flock to Jerusalem each Easter to try and relive firsthand the events written about in the Bible on what is the most important week and day on the Christian calendar.
Hop over to the Southside for free egg hunt, face painting and photos with Easter bunny
Children will have the opportunity to grab a free basket (while supplies last) and hunt for eggs filled with candy and other surprises at the second annual Spring Egg Hunt, according to a press release.
These San Antonio restaurants, chains are offering seafood specials during Lenten season
During the Lenten season, people around San Antonio will hit their favorite seafood spots for meatless Fridays.
Russian Orthodox head escapes EU sanctions thanks to Orban
The head of the Russian Orthodox Church has been removed from the latest round of European Union measures to punish Russia’s invasion of Ukraine at the insistence of Hungary.
Far from home, Ukrainian refugees pray at Easter for peace
Far from home and unsure when or even if they will ever return, Ukrainians displaced by war gathered at churches across Eastern Europe on Sunday for the Orthodox Easter holiday.
For Ukrainian Orthodox in US, war news casts pall on Easter
Many Ukrainian Americans are observing Orthodox Easter this Sunday, but they’re finding it difficult to be joyful when their ancestral homeland has been torn by the Russian invasion.
Mass shooting wave rattles communities large and small in US
Three mass shootings in the U.S. over the Easter holiday weekend capped a month of rampant gun violence that's touched both big cities and small, rural communities across the nation.
Ukrainian mayor and lawmakers attend Vatican Easter vigil
Pope Francis invoked “gestures of peace in these days marked by the horror of war” in an Easter vigil homily in St. Peter’s Basilica attended by the mayor of the occupied Ukrainian city of Melitopol and three Ukrainian lawmakers.
Isolated severe storms possible late Easter Sunday ⛈️
Familiar traditions are returning to San Antonio this Easter weekend! Most of Easter Sunday will simply be humid, quiet, and warm. However, there’s a window of time where we’ll need to be on alert for strong/severe storms.
Easter reminder: It’s illegal to buy, sell or dye chicks, ducklings, baby rabbits in San Antonio
If you’re thinking your kids might like a hot pink bunny or a dyed-blue chick in their Easter baskets, think again.
Passion Play returns to downtown San Antonio on Good Friday after 2-year hiatus
Thousands of spectators are expected to line the streets of downtown San Antonio on Good Friday to witness the annual Passion Play, a dramatic recreation of the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Easter camping to be allowed at Brackenridge, 8 other San Antonio parks this weekend
After a two-year ban on Easter camping at San Antonio parks due to COVID-19, authorities have decided to lift the curfew for this weekend.
Pope Francis calls for an Easter truce in Ukraine
Pope Francis opened Holy Week Sunday with a call for an Easter truce in Ukraine to make room for a negotiated peace, highlighting the need for leaders to “make some sacrifices for the good of the people.”.
4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World
The resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.
Here’s what’s open, closed on Easter Sunday in the San Antonio area
Running out of Easter Candy or just tired of cooking? On Easter Sunday, some of you may be wondering where exactly a bunny can hop to for a bite to eat or errands.
These Bexar County parsonages avoid thousands of dollars in property taxes, Houston Chronicle investigation finds
Under Texas law, religious organizations do not only receive property tax exemptions on houses of worship, but on houses for their clergy, too.
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Retired South Side couple gets creative to continue tradition of handing out candy amid pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic did not stop a sweet tradition for Robert and Thelma Reyes and their community.
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San Antonio families return to parks for Easter traditions
Hundreds of San Antonio families took another step toward normalcy this Easter weekend as they celebrated in city parks, which were once again open for the holiday weekend - unlike in 2020. However, for the second year in a row, neither the city or county permitted camping.
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Deputies: Woman hit, killed by vehicle in early Easter morning tragedy
A death investigation is underway after a woman was fatally struck by a vehicle early Easter morning, according to the Uvalde County Sheriff’s Office.
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SAFD: Family displaced, dog killed following Southwest Side house fire
A family of four is displaced and their dog was found deceased inside their home after it went up in flames overnight, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
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Hymns through masks: Christians mark another pandemic Easter
Christianity’s most joyous feast day is being celebrated worldwide with worshippers spaced apart in pews and singing choruses of “Hallelujah” through face coverings for the second Easter Sunday in a row.