Farage's US Alliance Threatens UK Abortion Rights
Nigel Farage's alliance with US group ADF, which helped overturn Roe v. Wade, poses a serious threat to reproductive freedoms in Britain. Learn why this matters.
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Press Freedom Under Attack Worldwide
Journalists face unprecedented threats from Gaza to America. This erosion of press freedom could happen anywhere. Learn why we must defend media liberty now.
Teens Sue Over Australian Social Media Ban
Two 15-year-olds challenge Australia's social media ban for under-16s, claiming it violates their constitutional right to political communication. Read the full story.
Indian Army sacks soldier for Sikh temple prayer refusal
India's Supreme Court upholds the dismissal of a Christian officer who refused mandatory prayers at a Sikh temple, ruling it breached military discipline. Read the full story.
Pope's Visit Fuels Hope for Seminary Reopening
Pope Leo XIV's first foreign trip to Turkey ignites optimism for reopening Halki seminary, a key test for religious freedom. Read the latest on this historic development.
Preacher cleared, plans to sue police after 16 arrests
Christian street preacher Shaun O'Sullivan, arrested 16 times, was unanimously cleared of racial harassment. He now plans to sue Wiltshire Police, claiming a vendetta against his free speech.
Belarus frees 2 imprisoned Catholic priests
Two Roman Catholic priests imprisoned in Belarus on politically motivated charges have been freed following diplomatic talks with the Vatican. Read the full story on the diplomatic breakthrough.
Austria bans headscarves for girls under 14 in schools
Austria announces a ban on Islamic headscarves for girls under 14 in schools, citing concerns over oppression and child development. The law takes effect in 2026.
China Tried to Silence Journalist Cheng Lei in Australia
Australian journalist Cheng Lei reveals Chinese diplomats pressured a think tank to cancel her talk, two years after her release from detention in China. Read her full story.
Ohio religious freedom bill faces LGBTQ+ rights opposition
A proposed Ohio law granting businesses religious exemption from serving LGBTQ+ customers faces fierce opposition from civil rights groups and Hindu leaders, raising concerns about legalised discrimination.
UK Academics Face Beijing Pressure Over Critical Research
UK scholars researching China face unprecedented intimidation tactics, with universities accused of bowing to political pressure and compromising academic freedom.
Trump's Secret Pledge to Xi: No Criticism on Jimmy Lai
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump made secret promise to Chinese President regarding Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, raising serious questions about US-China relations and press freedom.
Malaysian police detain Chinese nationals in mosque raid
Malaysian police have arrested over a dozen Chinese citizens in a controversial raid on a Kuala Lumpur mosque, raising concerns about religious freedom and diplomatic tensions.
PepsiCo sells Pizza Hut China stake to Hillhouse Capital
PepsiCo divests controlling stake in Pizza Hut China operations to private equity firm Hillhouse Capital, marking significant restructuring of fast-food investments in Chinese market.
Pope: Virgin Mary Art Should Replace Crucifixes
In a surprising revelation from his new book, Pope Francis has suggested that depictions of the Virgin Mary holding the dead Christ should replace traditional crucifixion imagery in Catholic churches.
University accused of censoring China human rights research
Exclusive: Leading UK university accused of suppressing research on Uyghur human rights issues following pressure from Chinese authorities, raising serious questions about academic integrity.
UK University Research Halted After Chinese Pressure - Police Probe
Counter-terrorism police are investigating allegations that a British university suspended sensitive research following pressure from Chinese authorities, raising serious concerns about academic freedom and foreign influence.
Royal Mail Christmas stamps spark religious controversy
Royal Mail faces criticism after releasing Christmas stamps featuring secular artwork, reigniting debates about religious representation in Britain's festive traditions.
UK university human rights research angers Chinese students
A British university's human rights research initiative has triggered a formal complaint from Chinese students, raising concerns about academic freedom and international relations.
Sheffield Hallam University sued over China partnership
Exclusive: UK university accused of academic censorship and human rights breaches in controversial Chinese partnership, prompting legal challenge from prominent law firm.
Trump suggests Christian database in US during Abuja speech
Former President Donald Trump faces backlash after suggesting the creation of a database tracking Christians in America during controversial Abuja remarks, drawing criticism from Ted Cruz and religious groups.
Polish police face action after raiding church during service
Two Polish police officers are under investigation after forcibly entering a Catholic church during a service, sparking outrage from religious authorities and raising questions about religious freedom protections.
Trump: Biden ignoring Christian persecution in Nigeria
Exclusive: Donald Trump launches scathing attack on Biden administration's Nigeria policy, claiming systematic persecution of Christians is being ignored while US focuses elsewhere.
Medieval mass grave reveals Spain's violent religious past
Archaeologists discover 13th-century skeletons in Spain showing evidence of violent deaths during Christian consolidation, challenging historical narratives of peaceful conversion.
Government rejects anti-Islamophobia shop safeguards
Ministers have rejected calls to make it illegal for shops to refuse service to Muslim customers, sparking criticism from community leaders and equality campaigners.
Jimmy Lai sentenced to prison in Hong Kong security case
Prominent pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai begins five-year, nine-month sentence as international community condemns Hong Kong's controversial national security law.
Christian social worker wins free speech case against university
Felix Ngole triumphs in Court of Appeal after being removed from university course over biblical Facebook posts, in a landmark ruling for freedom of religious expression.
BBC journalist interrogated at Heathrow under terrorism laws
BBC journalist Edward Lawrence was detained and interrogated at Heathrow Airport under Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act after reporting from China, sparking serious concerns about press freedom in the UK.
Italy's press freedom crisis under Meloni revealed
Alarming new report reveals Italy's press freedom has plummeted under Giorgia Meloni's leadership, with journalists facing unprecedented legal harassment and political pressure.
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