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.
In a powerful fusion of tradition and modernity, Portugal's Catholic Church has bestowed a formal blessing upon motorcycle helmets at the Fatima sanctuary, aiming to protect riders on both spiritual and physical journeys.
TV stars Rylan Clark and Rob Rinder embark on a deeply personal pilgrimage from the UK to Jerusalem for a powerful new BBC documentary series, exploring faith and friendship.
Deaf model and reality star Tasha Ghouri swaps the villa for a holy trail as she joins the cast of the BBC's acclaimed series Pilgrimage, documenting her transformative journey across the UK.
BBC sports presenter Clare Balding reveals the frightening moment her heart rate plummeted live on television, prompting a serious health warning from her wife, Alice Arnold. The startling incident occurred during a segment on 'Pilgrimage: The Road Throug
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.
Newly elected Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye embarks on his first Hajj pilgrimage, a powerful gesture of unity and faith for the Muslim-majority nation. Discover the significance of this spiritual journey for West Africa's youngest leader.
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.
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.
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
A shocking new report by MEND uncovers widespread anxiety among British Muslim parents, with 75% fearing their children will face prejudice in schools due to their faith. The study highlights urgent concerns over bullying, teacher understanding, and the n
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.
Texas House hopeful Valentina Gomez sets religious text ablaze in a divisive 'America First' campaign video, sparking widespread condemnation and accusations of bigotry.
An Ohio Amish woman is charged with attempted murder after a shocking incident where she threw her young son into a lake as a 'test of faith'. The community and authorities are reeling from the event that exposes a dark extreme of religious fervour.
An American Christian couple with longstanding ties to China has been sentenced to prison on espionage charges, raising serious concerns from US officials and human rights groups about religious freedom and diplomatic tensions.
An Ethiopian Orthodox church in Central London has been slapped with a parking fine after a vehicle was left illegally outside its Westminster chapel, sparking a debate over religious exemptions and council enforcement.
A Muslim recruitment manager has been awarded substantial compensation after an employment tribunal found she was subjected to a campaign of religious harassment and victimisation by colleagues at the Government Legal Department.
A Louisiana teacher was dismissed from a prestigious charter school after using the gender-neutral pronoun 'they' for a student, igniting a fierce debate over LGBTQ+ rights, religious freedom, and educational authority in the US South.
Rapper Lil Nas X sparks outrage and debate with explicit new music video featuring simulated arrest and crucifixion imagery, prompting a fierce response from religious groups.
Minnesota's Democratic Party sparks controversy with a religious-themed billboard claiming 'God made LGBTQ+ people', drawing fierce criticism from Christian groups and internal party concerns about alienating voters.
Exclusive investigation into the disappearance of Chris Brain, the disgraced leader of Sheffield's infamous Nine O'Clock Service cult. New revelations about his current life and the lasting impact on survivors of the 1990s scandal that rocked the Church o
A US federal court has temporarily blocked Louisiana's controversial law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms, citing 'significant Establishment Clause concerns' and potential violation of the First Amendment.
A federal appeals court has mandated the display of the Ten Commandments in all Texas public school classrooms, igniting a fierce national debate on religious freedom, education, and the First Amendment.
A group of Israeli tourists sparked outrage after they were filmed tearing down a Christian cross on an Italian hillside and using the stones to construct a massive Star of David, igniting a major diplomatic incident.
The Malaysian state of Kelantan passes a controversial new law imposing fines and jail time on Muslim men for missing Friday prayers, sparking a fierce national debate on religious freedom and state power.
Music icon Paul Weller launches a high-stakes legal battle against his former accountants, alleging religious discrimination after they terminated their professional relationship over his comments on the Israel-Gaza conflict, which he described as 'genoci
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.
A mysterious glow surrounding a statue of the Virgin Mary in Spain has divided locals, with some calling it a miracle and others demanding an investigation into potential trickery.