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Manchester councillors demand Union Jack removal

Labour councillors in Manchester have sparked a political storm by demanding the removal of Union Jack flags from council buildings, arguing they represent 'colonial history' rather than modern British values.

West Bank Christians face violent expulsion campaign

Exclusive investigation reveals shocking campaign of intimidation and violence against Palestinian Christians in the Occupied West Bank, threatening the extinction of one of Christianity's oldest communities.

Saira Khan: Flags can be 'intimidating'

Former Loose Women star Saira Khan makes surprising declaration about national flags being 'divisive' while supporting Gary Neville's stance in ongoing cultural discussion.

Man claims divinity, faces Indonesian Islamic police

A controversial religious figure in Indonesia has been detained by Islamic sharia police after declaring himself divine, sparking debates about religious freedom and enforcement in the world's largest Muslim-majority nation.

Car Expert: Never Press This Button While Driving

A leading motoring expert issues a critical warning to all UK drivers about a common dashboard button that could cause catastrophic engine damage and void your insurance if used incorrectly.

Philippines Congress Moves to Outlaw Catholic Devotion

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.

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.

Trainee wins £20k over Nazi and ISIS workplace taunts

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.

Chess prodigy trapped in religious cult for a decade

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.

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.

California Gov Vetoes Sikh Turban Bill for Police

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.

Ukraine severs Orthodox Church ties with Moscow

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.

West Point removes Confederate symbols after Pentagon order

The US Military Academy at West Point has dismantled multiple Confederate memorials, including a bronze triptych and a portrait of Robert E. Lee, following a Pentagon directive to purge such symbols from US defence facilities.

70 UK Charities Probed Over Israel-Palestine Terror Links

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.

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.

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.

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