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The Yezidi genocide devastated Iraq’s community 10 years ago − but the roots of the prejudice that fueled it were much deeper

On the morning of Aug. 3, 2014, the Islamic State group launched a ruthless and swift campaign in Sinjar, in northwestern Iraq. The target was Yezidis: a monotheistic religious group whose members have long been persecuted.

The Conversation

Politics buzzing in UP as Oppn cries religious discrimination on Govt 'nameplate directive'

After Uttar Pradesh government issued a directive for food shops on the Kanwar Yatra route to display their owners' names, the opposition parties continued to attack the state government, citing discrimination on the basis of religion, while the ruling party defended itself. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Texas’ Christian-influenced curriculum spurs worries about bullying, church-state separation

Some secular groups and members of other faiths say the curriculum could give schools too much control over how children are taught religion.

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Soccer and religion have more in common than you might think

People around the world have been captivated by two major soccer tournaments in recent weeks: The UEFA European Football Championship, which Spain won, and Copa América, which Canada finished fourth in.

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Remembering Bill Viola (1951-2024), the video artist asking the big questions

American artist Bill Viola has died aged 73 in California

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All personal laws related to women should be equal across all religions: NCW chief Rekha Sharma

After the SC ruled on June 10 that a Muslim woman is entitled to claim maintenance after divorce, NCW Chairperson Rekha Sharma welcomed the decision and stated that all personal laws related to women should be equal across all religions. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Alabama death row inmate asks for no autopsy after execution due to his religion

Keith Gavin’s attorneys said the filing is not an attempt to stop the execution from going ahead

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Surprise: American voters actually largely agree on many issues, including topics like abortion, immigration and wealth inequality

As the presidential election campaign heats up, media coverage suggests Americans are hopelessly divided and headed for a difficult fall – perhaps also a tense January.

The Conversation

Reading, PA: Latino Community's Growing Political Influence

Explore the intersection of religion, politics, and immigration in Reading, Pennsylvania, a diverse city with a Latino majority.

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'God Bless Bitcoin': Upcoming Documentary Delves Into $BTC's 'Moral' Aspects Amid Market Volatility

An upcoming documentary film is lifting the spirits of some Bitcoin holders whose wallets were battered by the previous weeks' slumping prices – can it help turn the tides for an ecosystem wary of seeing red in the charts?

International Business Times

“AITA For Calling Out My Husband For Not Being A ‘Good Christian’?”

A wife confronted her husband for not living according to his religious values after he pressured her to convert. The post “AITA For Calling Out My Husband For Not Being A ‘Good Christian’?” first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Satanists volunteer in Florida schools after DeSantis’ ‘more God in classroom’ bill

Satanic Temple members were left outraged after Florida governor said it’s ‘not a religion’ and can’t participate in new program

The Independent UK

Camino de Santiago: The world’s most famous walk is changing

Last year, nearly half a million people walked the Camino de Santiago – Ellie Davis explores the growing trend that is getting people out on the ancient route

The Independent UK

Oklahoma’s superintendent orders public schools to teach the Bible – relying on controversial views about religious freedom

In the days since Oklahoma’s state superintendent, Ryan Walters, ordered school districts to teach the Bible, he’s been defending his mandate.

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Why the Olympic Games are a ‘civil religious’ ceremony with a global congregation

Fans are getting ready to watch top athletes from around the globe compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics, which start in Paris on July 26. Accompanying the athletic events will be a display of patriotic symbols such as flags and team uniforms featuring countries’ colors. The host country will mark…

The Guardian - US

Satanists to volunteer in Florida schools in protest at DeSantis religious bill

Satanic Temple objects to governor’s push for more religion in schools and says members could act as student chaplains

The Guardian - AU

Artwork featuring Christ overlaid with Looney Tunes characters removed by Sydney council after threats of violence

Online protest claimed the work mocked the Christian religion and Liverpool mayor Ned Mannoun called for it to be taken down

AAP

Faith-based politics will erode social unity: PM

The debate over religion and politics has reignited as Labor strongholds face challenges from political movements hoping to poach certain voter bases.

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Labor 'needs to learn' from Payman quitting party: MP

A pro-Palestinian Labor MP says the party needs to reflect on how to move forward following the fallout from Fatima Payman quitting to sit as an independent.

The Conversation

Women football players in Africa have overcome enormous barriers – new book tells the story

Women’s Football in Africa, the first in-depth book on the subject, traces the history of women’s soccer from initially being banned through to today’s growing numbers of fans and broadcasting potential. It’s a story of triumph despite enormous barriers – among them sexism, abuse, homophobia and religion. We asked its…

The Canberra Times

Canberra's Jenni Tarrant is - finally! - the NSW-ACT Hairdresser of the Year

The Bond Religion Team, also won Salon Team of the Year.

The Independent UK

What to know about Oklahoma's top education official ordering Bible instruction in schools

Oklahoma's top education official has sparked outrage among some civil rights groups over his directive that public schools immediately begin incorporating the Bible into classes for grades 5 through 12

The Guardian - US

Stevie Van Zandt: ‘My religion switched right over to rock’n’roll’

The rock star turned activist turned Sopranos actor talks about his revealing new documentary, Disciple, his unlikely career and his fears over the state of the world

The Conversation

How Jefferson and Madison’s partnership – a friendship told in letters – shaped America’s separation of church and state

Few constitutional principles are more familiar to the average American than the separation of church and state.

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Ex-Wife Of Ultra-Religious Hasidic Husband Reveals Strict Rules She Had To Follow During Intimacy

Sara Glass shared the strict rules for intimacy within the Jewish community, including having sex in the dark and not letting her husband see her privates. The post Ex-Wife Of Ultra-Religious Hasidic Husband Reveals Strict Rules She Had To Follow During Intimacy first appeared on Bored Panda.

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