The Australian Christian Lobby raises alarm over proposed anti-cult legislation, warning it could weaponise government power against mainstream religious groups and undermine fundamental freedoms.
West Midlands Police issues formal apology after officers removed a Sikh man's turban during a search in Oldbury, acknowledging the 'significant distress' caused by the incident.
US Senator Ted Cruz accuses Nigeria of systematic religious persecution against Christians, calling for immediate sanctions and international intervention in explosive diplomatic confrontation.
US Senator Ted Cruz faces backlash after claiming Nigeria's government is persecuting Christians, drawing sharp criticism from Nigerian officials and religious leaders who accuse him of spreading misinformation.
In a historic move, Norway's national church has formally apologised to LGBTQ+ people for decades of discrimination and exclusion, acknowledging 'shame and great harm' caused by its policies.
Exclusive investigation reveals Chinese authorities' intensified crackdown on underground Christian churches, with prominent pastor Jin Mingri facing serious charges amid growing religious persecution concerns.
CCTV captures terrifying moment hooded assailant targets Jewish community leader's property in what police are treating as religiously motivated hate crime
British diplomats condemn Cambodian authorities for allegedly targeting political opponents with 'politically motivated' charges, escalating tensions between the nations.
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.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Chinese authorities are intensifying persecution of Christian communities, with pastors detained and churches demolished across multiple provinces.
Tensions escalate dramatically as Manila reports intentional ramming of government boat by Chinese ship in contested waters, marking dangerous new phase in maritime standoff.
Prominent Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado receives Nobel Peace Prize nomination for her courageous democracy advocacy while facing government persecution and electoral bans.
The UK government is recalibrating its approach to Beijing following the dramatic collapse of a high-profile espionage case, signalling a potential thaw in Sino-British relations.
An English teacher and travel blogger's love affair with China has ended in dramatic fashion after being arrested on espionage charges, highlighting the perilous landscape for foreign content creators in the country.
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.
Exclusive: Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado receives Nobel Peace Prize nomination as she faces government persecution and electoral bans in her fight for democracy.
A shocking new report exposes how Palestinian Christians in the West Bank are being systematically targeted by extremist settlers and authorities, forcing many to flee their ancestral homeland.
A Peruvian bishop's double life unravels spectacularly after his legion of lovers began fighting over him, with a cleaning lady exposing his 17-strong harem of secret mistresses in a shocking church scandal.
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.
A violent shooting at a Mormon church in Utah leaves multiple people wounded as authorities launch a hate crime investigation into the attack on religious worshippers.
A mass religious ceremony in India organised by a hardline Hindu group, aiming to 'reconvert' thousands of Muslims and Christians back to Hinduism, has ignited a firestorm of controversy and allegations of coercion.
Ex-President Donald Trump pledges to grant asylum to transgender individuals fleeing persecution, marking a significant policy shift and drawing international attention ahead of potential 2024 election.
A series of high-profile scandals involving China's wealthy religious leaders is shaking public faith and forcing a government crackdown on the lucrative 'temple economy'.
The Vatican issues a powerful condemnation after a Catholic church massacre in Burkina Faso, denouncing extremist violence and calling for peace. Latest on the attack.
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.
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.
Exclusive: January 6 defendant Jared Wise, serving a five-year sentence, writes extraordinary letter to Democratic lawmakers claiming political persecution and demanding dismissal of all charges in unprecedented legal manoeuvre.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz blocks controversial bill aiming to remove religious attire from public schools, igniting a fierce national debate on religious freedom and constitutional rights.
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.
A bipartisan US Senate delegation's trip to Taipei has triggered a furious response from China, which condemns the visit as a severe violation of its sovereignty and a threat to regional stability.