The Guardian's latest league table unveils the best UK institutions for Theology and Religious Studies. Discover which universities are leading in academic excellence, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this dynamic field.
A US Office Depot worker was fired after declining to print materials for a Charlie Kirk vigil, igniting a fierce debate on workers' rights, religious freedom, and corporate policy.
West Midlands Police has issued a formal apology after CCTV footage showed officers removing a Sikh man's turban in a custody suite in Oldbury, sparking outrage from community leaders.
Special envoy Aftab Malik delivers a comprehensive set of recommendations to the Albanese government, calling for an official definition of Islamophobia and a national strategy to combat religious discrimination in Britain.
Former US presidential candidate Mitt Romney faces backlash for a satirical piece on the Mormon Church. Discover the details of the article, the church's response, and the ensuing debate on faith and satire.
A deeply religious Oregon couple and their baby daughter have been found dead in a suspected murder-suicide, with investigators revealing they were part of an isolated cult that believed the world was ending.
The state of Texas is considering a groundbreaking new bill that seeks to explicitly ban the use of Sharia law in state courts and outlaw any form of vigilante 'Muslim patrols'. The proposed legislation has ignited a fierce debate on religious freedom and
A controversial bill seeking to ban the popular Catholic 'Divine Mercy' devotion has sparked a major constitutional crisis in the Philippines, pitting Congress against the Senate and the influential Catholic Church.
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 London-based trainee accountant, Soliman Sinclair, wins a landmark harassment case against his former employer after enduring months of anti-Muslim abuse, including being called a 'Nazi' and 'ISIS' supporter.
The shocking true story of Danny Rensch, the American chess champion who vanished at the peak of his career only to be discovered a decade later, his genius suppressed by a controlling religious sect in a tale of manipulation and ultimate redemption.
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.
Belfast's first Sinn Féin Lord Mayor cancels the historic 'Mayor's Sunday' church service, breaking a 124-year tradition and igniting a fierce political and community debate.
Governor Gavin Newsom blocks landmark legislation that would have permitted Sikh law enforcement officers in California to serve while wearing turbans, citing uniform standards and safety concerns.
In a landmark decision with profound geopolitical ramifications, Ukraine's Orthodox Church has officially cut all ecclesiastical links with Moscow, signalling a final religious break from Russian influence following the invasion.
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.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad faces mounting criticism for the forced closure of key Sunni mosques in Damascus, a move decried as a blatant attempt to suppress religious freedom and inflame sectarian divisions.
A major investigation is underway into 70 UK charities suspected of offences linked to the Israel-Palestine conflict, including fraud, theft, inciting religious hatred, and supporting terrorism. Detectives are examining millions in funds.
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.
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.
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.
Fresh forensic analysis reignites the centuries-old debate, presenting compelling new evidence that suggests the Shroud of Turin is a medieval creation, not the burial cloth of Christ.
New Jersey's colossal American Dream mall is embroiled in a lawsuit after employees were allegedly told to change out of 'Sunday clothes' to work on the Christian Sabbath, raising questions about religious discrimination and retail worker rights.
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
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.