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Vodun is an ancient religion practiced by some 30 million people in the West African nations of Benin, Togo and Ghana. With its countless deities, animal sacrifice and spirit possession, voodoo — as ...

West Africa is fast gaining recognition for its wildly beautiful barren beaches, hypnotic African beats, vibrant fashions and strong cultures, which have reshaped the face of mankind. Yet, Voodoo ...

Please enable JavaScript to read this content. Protestants say the voodoo spirit does not embody good virtues, while Catholicism, which has been the official religion ...

Centuries before colonial masters and missionaries came to this part of the world, voodoo had been a staple practice of the people. While some countries were made to believe their voodoo religion was ...

Second lines are a signature of New Orleans culture—­presented for various occasions, including funerals. But there’s an often overlooked connection between the celebratory procession that precedes a ...

Christian leaders in Jamaica are voicing strong opposition to a campaign to repeal the nation’s Obeah Act, warning that legalizing the folk spiritual practice would open the door to “confusion” and ...

Southern England band Vodun channels West African psychedelic rock on its new album, “Possession,” that was released Friday. PHOTO COURTESY VODUN When was the last time you listened to an album with ...