Youth Climate Plaintiffs Challenge Endangerment Repeal on Religious Liberty Grounds Constitutional climate litigation seems to know no bounds. Reason · Jun 5
Pentagon cuts more than 100 faiths from military’s recognized religions list IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 5
Pentagon drops 180 religions from its recognized faiths list A former Army chaplain called the reported changes a ‘tragedy’ The Independent UK · Jun 5
Who can carry a kirpan in the UK? Religion, law and the question of risk The murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak by Vickrum Digwa in Southampton in December 2025 is a profound tragedy that has left a family grieving and deeply affected the wider community. Any discussion that follows must keep that loss clearly in view. The Conversation · Jun 4
'Even if it's faster manually, use Claude': Manager obsessed with AI tells employees to use it for everything, then instantly regrets it A manager's strict AI mandate led to an employee automating compliance training with AI. This move exposed the disconnect between leadership's innovation goals and the actual impact on workers. The incident underscores that AI is a tool, not a religion, and forcing its use can create more problems than it… The Economic Times · Jun 4
Chad is making Arabic equal to French in schools: the politics behind the move In most multilingual African countries, language policy is a highly charged and controversial issue. It touches on regional identity, religion and political power – as is evident in Chad, in central Africa. The Conversation · Jun 3
Most Americans broadly support public education for undocumented students – regardless of their political affiliation and religion All public schools in the U.S. must provide an education to all students, regardless of their immigration status. The Conversation · Jun 3
Gods and monsters: is AI’s pact with religion a cry for help or a cynical ploy? As anthropic forms an alliance with the Pope, Chris Stokel-Walker asks if religion can give AI its moral compass Evening Standard · Jun 3
'Raped by a dog': Westminster debate on grooming-gang survivor testimonies Westminster Hall heard harrowing accounts from grooming-gang survivors detailing horrific abuse by predominantly Pakistani-origin men. Victims described trafficking, rape, and torture, with some noting offenders targeted "almost exclusively white girls." Parliament is now revisiting the issue, with a focus on the role of ethnicity and religion in these crimes. The Times of India · Jun 2
What happened to Henry Nowak and why has his murder caused outcry? Vickrum Digwa, 23, was jailed for life to serve a minimum of 21 years for stabbing Henry Nowak with a knife, which he carried as part of his Sikh religion The Independent UK · Jun 2
Eliminating language, culture & faith: Xi's repression of Uyghurs enters new phase China's Xinjiang crackdown shifts focus from camps to identity, language, and religion. Despite claims of re-education graduates, a vast network of prisons, surveillance, and boarding schools persists. Uyghur culture faces suppression through education and labor programs, sparking renewed international concern over alleged crimes against humanity. The Times of India · May 29
JD Vance Admits Hindu Wife Usha Is Unlikely To Convert To Christianity, Unveils Her 'Vicious' Role JD Vance's new memoir on faith reveals his Hindu wife Usha as his toughest editor, as he clarifies past remarks about her religion and reflects on their interfaith marriage. International Business Times UK · May 27
UCC Bill not against any religion, seeks protection for women: NDA members tell Assam Assembly Assam MLAs are discussing the Uniform Civil Code Bill. They state the bill aims to protect women's rights and does not target any religion. Tribal communities are exempt, preserving their traditional laws. The bill seeks to ban polygamy and mandate live-in relationship registration. Supporters believe it is a historic step… The Economic Times · May 27
FIR against Mamata Banerjee over 'Ganda Dharma' remark An FIR has been registered against TMC Chief Mamata Banerjee for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Sanatan Dharma at an Eid celebration last year. A lawyer's complaint states Banerjee referred to the religion as "ganda dharma" (dirty religion), hurting followers' sentiments and promoting disharmony. The FIR includes charges of criminal… The Economic Times · May 27
The Times of India · May 26 UK police raid revives hunt for clues in German woman’s disappearance in India After nearly seven years of uncertainty surrounding Lisa Wiese's disappearance in Kerala, her family is cautiously optimistic following a police raid on the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light in the UK. Having joined the sect soon after her arrival in India in 2019, her case has remained a haunting…
France 24 · May 26 Pope Leo takes aim at AI in encyclical FRANCE 24's François Picard welcomes David Gibson, journalist and director of Fordham University's Center on Religion and Culture. On Monday, Pope Leo XIV set out his sweeping vision for AI and humanity. His first encyclical – a special papal letter that's sent to bishops in the Roman Catholic Church –…
The Guardian - UK · May 26 Family of missing woman hope raid on UK-based sect will bring answers Seven years after Lisa Wiese went missing, a police raid on the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light has given her family a glimmer of hope
The Guardian - UK · May 23 Boards of Canada: Inferno review – after 13 years away, their prodigal return is a big disappointment The Scottish electronic duo remain hugely influential – but their new album’s interrogation of religion is dubious, and the drum programming is worse still
The Conversation · May 19 What Jefferson and Madison would have thought about ‘rededicating’ the US to God Thousands of Americans prayed on the National Mall on May 17, 2026, during “Rededicate 250”: a day-long rally to “come together in prayer and worship ahead of the nation’s 250th birthday,” as organizers described it. U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, one of many Republican politicians and conservative Christian leaders to…
The Economic Times · May 18 Decided to revive scholarship for economically weak students, stop religious allowances: Bengal CM West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the revival of the Vivekananda Merit Scholarship Yojana. This scheme will support economically weaker students regardless of their background. The government is discontinuing religion-based financial aid. The Chief Minister also emphasized improving government educational infrastructure and implementing the National Education Policy. Efforts are…
The Times of India · May 18 In God We Trump: MAGA's Project Big MAC (Make America Christian) unfolds on the Mall A recent prayer event in Washington, backed by the White House, has sparked debate about religion and nationalism. Thousands gathered for 'Rededicate 250,' with speakers advocating for America to be a Christian nation. This event highlights a trend of merging American identity with Christianity, a move critics liken to a…
The Economic Times · May 18 Bengal's BJP govt to implement 7th Pay Commission, free travel & Annapurna Bhandar for women West Bengal's new BJP government, under Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, has approved the 7th Pay Commission for state employees to bridge the pay gap with central staff. The cabinet also decided to halt religion-based incentive schemes and introduce free bus travel for women from June 1, alongside the Annapurna Bhandar…
The Independent UK · May 15 A record-breaking race and Catholic blessing highlight the role of faith for Kenyan runners A Catholic church in Eldoret, an epicenter of global long-distance running in the north Rift Valley region of Kenya, is in the spotlight after a runner prayed there and later won the London Marathon
MyLifeXP · May 15 What Udhayanidhi Really Meant About Sanatana Dharma One statement. One word. And suddenly, the entire country was debating faith, equality, and freedom. When Udhayanidhi Stalin spoke about Sanatana Dharma, outrage exploded across social media and political circles. Many believed he was attacking religion itself. Others claimed his words were aimed at caste inequality and social discrimination. But…
The Economic Times · May 13 Hinduism way of life, not mandatory to go to temple to prove belief: SC The Supreme Court observed Hinduism as a 'way of life,' stating that temple visits or rituals aren't mandatory to remain Hindu. Even lighting a lamp at home suffices to prove faith, the nine-judge bench observed. This significant observation came during hearings on discrimination at religious sites, including Sabarimala, and the…