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Mormon Church leadership shift as Dallin Oaks steps up

Significant leadership transition within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as President Dallin H. Oaks assumes senior authority following health issues affecting senior apostle President M. Russell Ballard.

West Bank Christians face violent expulsion campaign

Exclusive investigation reveals shocking campaign of intimidation and violence against Palestinian Christians in the Occupied West Bank, threatening the extinction of one of Christianity's oldest communities.

Texas judge orders God to testify in court case

A Texas judge's extraordinary ruling requiring 'God' to appear as a witness in a religious property dispute has ignited fierce debate about religious freedom and legal boundaries.

Man claims divinity, faces Indonesian Islamic police

A controversial religious figure in Indonesia has been detained by Islamic sharia police after declaring himself divine, sparking debates about religious freedom and enforcement in the world's largest Muslim-majority nation.

Nicolas Cage's Jesus Film Faces Christian Backlash

Nicolas Cage's controversial new role as the Son of God in 'The Resurrection of The Christ' faces fierce backlash from Christian groups who brand the film 'deeply offensive' and 'theologically dangerous'.

Biden condemns Trump's 'un-American' church remarks

President Joe Biden has fiercely criticised Donald Trump's controversial remarks about a Florida Catholic church, calling them 'un-American' as the political battle intensifies in the crucial swing state.

Man Spared Jail for Knife Attack After 'Religious Provocation'

A Muslim man who admitted to a knife attack on a protester outside a community centre has been given a suspended sentence after a judge ruled he was 'provoked' by offensive slogans. The controversial decision has ignited a fierce debate over sentencing an

Kirk: Trump is 'God's vessel' for Black voters

Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk faces a backlash after stating Donald Trump is being sent by Jesus Christ to appeal to African American communities, drawing sharp criticism from religious leaders.

Unification Church Leader Hak Ja Han Arrested in South Korea

Hak Ja Han, widow of Sun Myung Moon and leader of the Unification Church, has been arrested in South Korea on allegations of coercing massive donations from followers. The arrest marks a significant escalation in the legal challenges facing the religious

US Pastor Calls Catholicism 'Demonic', Sparks Fury

Prominent US pastor Robert Jeffress faces widespread condemnation after labelling Catholicism 'demonic' and a 'false religion', drawing rebukes from Catholic leaders and creating tension for Trump's VP pick J.D. Vance.

Mitt Romney's Mormon Church Satire Sparks Outrage

Former US presidential candidate Mitt Romney faces backlash for a satirical piece on the Mormon Church. Discover the details of the article, the church's response, and the ensuing debate on faith and satire.

Sharia Patrols Target Texas Neighbourhoods

Exclusive reports emerge from Texas of self-appointed 'Sharia patrols' attempting to enforce Islamic law by intimidating residents and demanding businesses stop selling alcohol and pork, raising serious concerns over religious coercion and public safety.

Satanic Burger Sparks Religious Freedom Court Battle

A South Carolina burger joint's satanic-themed menu item has ignited a fiery legal dispute, pitting religious expression against business regulations, with the state's Supreme Court now set to rule.

Quebec Passes Controversial Public Prayer Ban

The Canadian province of Quebec has passed a controversial new law, Bill 25, severely restricting public prayer in a move critics are calling a direct assault on religious liberties. The legislation has sparked immediate legal challenges and protests.

Amish Fight Ohio Over Buggy Symbols in Supreme Court

An Amish community in Ohio is challenging state orders to display bright orange safety symbols on their horse-drawn buggies, citing a violation of their deeply held religious beliefs. The case raises profound questions about religious freedom and state re

MO Candidate Burns Quran in Controversial Campaign Video

Missouri Secretary of State candidate Valentina Gomez sparks international outrage after filming herself burning Islam's holy book, the Quran, in a controversial campaign stunt ahead of the Republican primary.

Malaysia U-turns on mandatory prayer punishment

The Malaysian government has swiftly U-turned on a controversial plan to punish Muslim men for skipping Friday prayers, following a fierce backlash from the public and legal experts.

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