Tag #Religious Freedom

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Supreme Court to Hear Case on Catholic Charities' Unemployment Tax Exemption

The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case challenging Wisconsin's denial of an unemployment tax exemption to Catholic Charities, a decision that stems from a state Supreme Court ruling deeming the organization's work primarily non-religious despite its religious motivations; the case will likely be ar...

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India's 1991 Religious Sites Law Faces Supreme Court Challenge

India's Supreme Court is hearing challenges to a 1991 law protecting religious sites' pre-1947 status, sparking debates about religious freedom and communal harmony, with petitions arguing the law infringes on these rights while others see it as crucial for protecting religious minorities in a Hindu...

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French School Faces Funding Loss Over Teacher's YouTube Videos and Controversial Library Books

Shakeel Siddiq, a teacher at Al-Kindi school and YouTube personality, faces potential funding loss for his videos supporting a traditional interpretation of Islam and criticizing French policies, alongside concerns about books promoting jihad and traditional gender roles found in the school's librar...

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Controversial Gender Segregation Bill Approved in Israel

Israel's Ministerial Committee approved a bill expanding gender segregation in universities, despite court rulings and widespread opposition citing hypocrisy and undermining of religious freedom and gender equality, contradicting the nation's commitment to these values.

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"Dutch Law Increasing Oversight of Religious Schools Sparks Controversy"

"A proposed Dutch law increasing oversight of informal religious education, including evening and weekend schools, has sparked controversy, with religious leaders raising concerns about disproportionate intervention and potential polarization while the government highlights the need to protect again...

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Arson Attack on Melbourne Synagogue Condemned

A fire, suspected arson, engulfed Melbourne's Adass Israel synagogue early Friday, prompting condemnation from Prime Minister Albanese; counter-terrorism police are investigating two persons of interest seen using accelerant.

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Faith Leaders Offer Mixed Reactions to Potential Second Trump Administration

Christian, Jewish, and Muslim faith leaders express mixed reactions to a potential second Trump administration, with some expressing optimism for religious freedom and others voicing concerns about antisemitism and foreign policy decisions regarding the Middle East.

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Albanese Backs Ban on Protests Outside Places of Worship After Antisemitic Attacks

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced \$8.5 million in funding for the Sydney Jewish Museum and voiced support for banning protests outside places of worship following recent antisemitic acts in Sydney, a move criticized by civil liberties advocates.

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Melbourne Synagogue Arson Prompts Review of Protest Laws Amid Ongoing Pro-Palestinian Rallies

Following an arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue, the Victorian government is considering changes to protest laws to prevent demonstrations at places of worship, while pro-Palestinian protesters vow to continue weekly rallies in Melbourne's CBD until "liberation", prompting business concerns about...

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NSW to Review Laws Protecting Religious Institutions After Antisemitic Attacks

NSW Premier Chris Minns ordered a review of laws to strengthen protections for religious institutions following antisemitic attacks, including a Melbourne synagogue firebombing and protests outside a Sydney synagogue that prevented congregants from leaving.

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Arson Attack on Melbourne Synagogue Condemned as Antisemitic

Arsonists attacked the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne, Australia, on Friday, causing significant damage in what Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called an antisemitic attack; Victoria Police is investigating, and a witness reported seeing two masked individuals.

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HTS Seizes Part of Aleppo, Pledges Tolerance Amid Concerns

The Sunni Islamist militia Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) seized control of parts of Aleppo and surrounding villages in Syria, pledging tolerance towards minorities despite their history of human rights abuses and designation as a terrorist organization; this seizure comes amid Syria's ongoing civil war...

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