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Quebec bans public prayer in new secularism law

Quebec intensifies its secularism laws with Bill 9, banning public prayer and religious symbols. Critics argue it disproportionately targets Muslims. Discover the full implications.

Teens Fight Australian Social Media Ban in Court

Two 15-year-olds, backed by a digital rights group, are seeking an urgent High Court injunction to block Australia's under-16s social media ban, arguing it violates political communication rights.

Australia enforces social media ban for under-16s

Australia will proceed with banning children under 16 from social media despite legal challenges. Discover how this world-first legislation could impact digital freedom and child protection.

Hasidic Rabbis Pray at Rebbe's Resting Place in NYC

Twelve Hasidic rabbis attended the International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Emissaries, gathering for prayer at Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson's Queens resting place. Explore this powerful display of faith.

Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%

New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.

World's First Muslim-Friendly Cruise Sets Sail

Discover how a groundbreaking cruise line is revolutionising halal travel with prayer facilities, alcohol-free voyages, and segregated leisure areas while sailing to stunning destinations.

Peer with BAT ties challenges UK smoking ban in court

Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.

NBA star banned for life in gambling scandal

Toronto Raptors centre Jontay Porter receives lifetime ban from NBA after investigation reveals he shared confidential information with gamblers and deliberately underperformed to manipulate betting markets.

King Charles prays with Pope in 500-year first

In an unprecedented ecumenical moment, King Charles III and Pope Leo shared prayers at the Vatican, marking the first such royal-papal worship in five centuries and signalling a new era of interfaith dialogue.

Prayer fury erupts in Mormon football rivalry

Brigham Young University faces backlash after Utah player Dillon Gabriel's pre-game prayer is interrupted, igniting religious tensions in bitter college football rivalry.

Portugal bans burqas in public buildings

Portugal passes landmark legislation prohibiting full-face veils for gender equality and religious reasons, with fines up to €150 for violators in public buildings.

King Charles makes history with Pope prayer service

In an unprecedented display of interfaith unity, King Charles III becomes the first British monarch in half a millennium to participate in a public prayer service with the Pope during his historic state visit to Vatican City.

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