Megachurch founder guilty of child sex crimes
Robert Shinn, founder of a prominent Texas megachurch, faces decades behind bars after being found guilty of multiple child sex offences involving teenage congregants.
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Texas Megachurch Founder Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Abuse
Robert Morris, founder of Gateway Church in Texas, admits to sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl in the 1980s, leading to his resignation from the 100,000-member megachurch.
Mormon Church Shooting Investigated as Hate Crime
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.
Hindu Group's Mass 'Conversion' Event Sparks India Outrage
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.
China's 'Temple Economy' Rocked by Scandals and Crackdown
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'.
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.
Minnesota Governor vetoes school religious symbols ban
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.
Ex-Stripper: 17 Priests Paid Me £273K As Sugar Baby
A former stripper turned secret sugar baby alleges she received over a quarter of a million pounds from 17 Catholic priests before her arrest. The scandal rocks the church as police investigate financial misconduct and hypocrisy claims.
Florida Church Leaders Enslaved Workers for Luxury Lifestyle
Shocking federal indictment reveals Florida church leaders David and Jason Taylor ran a criminal enterprise, exploiting homeless congregation members for free labour to fund their luxury cars and lavish lifestyles.
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
Cult Leader Arrested After Human Remains Found in Compound
New Mexico police make a chilling discovery of human remains at a remote cult compound following a missing person investigation. Leader Wayne Bent arrested on homicide charges.
75% of UK Muslim Mums Fear School Prejudice Over Faith
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
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.
Texas MAGA Republican Burns Quran in Campaign Stunt
Texas House hopeful Valentina Gomez sets religious text ablaze in a divisive 'America First' campaign video, sparking widespread condemnation and accusations of bigotry.
Amish mother threw son in lake to 'test faith'
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.
American Christian Couple Jailed in China on Espionage Charges
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.
Ethiopian Orthodox Church Fined for Illegal Parking in London
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.
Muslim manager wins religious harassment tribunal against government
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.
Louisiana teacher fired for using gender-neutral pronoun 'they'
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.
Lil Nas X Strips Nude in Shocking Arrest Stunt for New Video
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 Democrats spark outrage with religious LGBTQ+ billboards
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.
Nine O'Clock Service Cult Leader Chris Brain Found
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
Federal Court Blocks Louisiana Ten Commandments School Law
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.
Court Orders Ten Commandments in Texas Schools
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.
Jewish tourists dismantle Italian cross, build Star of David
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.
Malaysian State Mandates Friday Prayers, Jail for Skipping
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.
Paul Weller Sues Accountants Over Israel 'Genocide' Remarks
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
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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