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Ohio Church Shelter Faces Legal Battle Over Zoning and Fire Codes
In Bryan, Ohio, Pastor Chris Avell faces criminal charges for operating Dad's Place, a church shelter lacking required permits and fire safety measures, violating city zoning and fire codes; a federal lawsuit alleges religious discrimination, while the city cites safety concerns and a lack of afford...
Ohio Church Shelter Faces Legal Battle Over Zoning and Fire Codes
In Bryan, Ohio, Pastor Chris Avell faces criminal charges for operating Dad's Place, a church shelter lacking required permits and fire safety measures, violating city zoning and fire codes; a federal lawsuit alleges religious discrimination, while the city cites safety concerns and a lack of afford...
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40% Bias Score
Australia Debates Hate Speech Bill Amidst Antisemitic Attacks
Australia's Labor government is preparing to debate a bill aimed at curbing hate speech, facing criticism for not going far enough to protect religious institutions from threats and attacks, while the opposition and independent MPs call for stronger protections.
Australia Debates Hate Speech Bill Amidst Antisemitic Attacks
Australia's Labor government is preparing to debate a bill aimed at curbing hate speech, facing criticism for not going far enough to protect religious institutions from threats and attacks, while the opposition and independent MPs call for stronger protections.
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52% Bias Score
Texas Lawmakers to Introduce Ten Commandments School Display Bill
Texas lawmakers plan to introduce a bill this spring requiring Ten Commandments displays in public schools, mirroring a similar, court-blocked Louisiana law, sparking debate over religious freedom and the separation of church and state.
Texas Lawmakers to Introduce Ten Commandments School Display Bill
Texas lawmakers plan to introduce a bill this spring requiring Ten Commandments displays in public schools, mirroring a similar, court-blocked Louisiana law, sparking debate over religious freedom and the separation of church and state.
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40% Bias Score
Chicago Church Moves Services Online to Protect Undocumented Immigrants from Deportation
Facing threats of deportation under the Trump administration, the Lincoln United Methodist Church in Chicago has moved its Spanish-language services online to protect its undocumented immigrant congregation, many of whom are fearful for their families.
Chicago Church Moves Services Online to Protect Undocumented Immigrants from Deportation
Facing threats of deportation under the Trump administration, the Lincoln United Methodist Church in Chicago has moved its Spanish-language services online to protect its undocumented immigrant congregation, many of whom are fearful for their families.
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44% Bias Score
Debate Reignited Over Sharia Law's Place in Australia
An Australian woman reignited a debate about Sharia law's recognition in Australia, arguing those who want it integrated into the country's systems should leave, prompting a discussion on multiculturalism and legal unity.
Debate Reignited Over Sharia Law's Place in Australia
An Australian woman reignited a debate about Sharia law's recognition in Australia, arguing those who want it integrated into the country's systems should leave, prompting a discussion on multiculturalism and legal unity.
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64% Bias Score
Sri Lankan Monk Jailed for Anti-Muslim Hate Speech
A Sri Lankan court sentenced hardline monk Galagodaatte Gnanasara to nine months in prison for 2016 remarks insulting Islam and inciting religious hatred; this is his second conviction for such crimes, highlighting a pattern of anti-Muslim rhetoric and violence.
Sri Lankan Monk Jailed for Anti-Muslim Hate Speech
A Sri Lankan court sentenced hardline monk Galagodaatte Gnanasara to nine months in prison for 2016 remarks insulting Islam and inciting religious hatred; this is his second conviction for such crimes, highlighting a pattern of anti-Muslim rhetoric and violence.
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40% Bias Score
Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Quebec's Bill 21
The Supreme Court of Canada will hear a challenge to Quebec's Bill 21, which uses the notwithstanding clause to override Charter rights, after a lengthy deliberation, potentially impacting the balance of power between provincial and federal governments on fundamental rights and setting a precedent f...
Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Quebec's Bill 21
The Supreme Court of Canada will hear a challenge to Quebec's Bill 21, which uses the notwithstanding clause to override Charter rights, after a lengthy deliberation, potentially impacting the balance of power between provincial and federal governments on fundamental rights and setting a precedent f...
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24% Bias Score
NSW Premier to Defy Legal Advice, Strengthen Hate Speech Laws Amid Antisemitic Attacks
Following nine antisemitic attacks in Sydney since late November, including a daycare firebombing, NSW Premier Chris Minns will defy legal advice and strengthen hate speech laws, potentially reforming section 93Z of the Crimes Act and expanding criminal law to cover hate speech, despite a Law Reform...
NSW Premier to Defy Legal Advice, Strengthen Hate Speech Laws Amid Antisemitic Attacks
Following nine antisemitic attacks in Sydney since late November, including a daycare firebombing, NSW Premier Chris Minns will defy legal advice and strengthen hate speech laws, potentially reforming section 93Z of the Crimes Act and expanding criminal law to cover hate speech, despite a Law Reform...
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44% Bias Score
Supreme Court to Review LGBTQ+ Book Policy in Maryland Schools
The Supreme Court will decide if Maryland schools can read LGBTQ+ books to elementary students without allowing parents to opt out for religious reasons, a case stemming from a lawsuit by Muslim and Ethiopian Orthodox parents who argue it violates their First Amendment rights.
Supreme Court to Review LGBTQ+ Book Policy in Maryland Schools
The Supreme Court will decide if Maryland schools can read LGBTQ+ books to elementary students without allowing parents to opt out for religious reasons, a case stemming from a lawsuit by Muslim and Ethiopian Orthodox parents who argue it violates their First Amendment rights.
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52% Bias Score
Spanish Mayor Denied Communion for Being Gay
In Segovia, Spain, Mayor Rubén García de Andrés and another gay couple were denied communion by their parish priest, Felicién Malanza, due to their sexual orientation, highlighting the ongoing conflict between the Church's evolving position on LGBTQ+ issues and conservative views within its hierarch...
Spanish Mayor Denied Communion for Being Gay
In Segovia, Spain, Mayor Rubén García de Andrés and another gay couple were denied communion by their parish priest, Felicién Malanza, due to their sexual orientation, highlighting the ongoing conflict between the Church's evolving position on LGBTQ+ issues and conservative views within its hierarch...
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44% Bias Score
Sydney Synagogue Vandalized with Swastikas in Antisemitic Attack
The Southern Sydney Synagogue in Allawah, Sydney, was vandalized with swastikas and antisemitic graffiti on January 10, 2025, between 3:55 am and 4:30 am, prompting police investigation and widespread condemnation from Jewish community leaders.
Sydney Synagogue Vandalized with Swastikas in Antisemitic Attack
The Southern Sydney Synagogue in Allawah, Sydney, was vandalized with swastikas and antisemitic graffiti on January 10, 2025, between 3:55 am and 4:30 am, prompting police investigation and widespread condemnation from Jewish community leaders.
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36% Bias Score
Global Christian Persecution Surges Amidst Authoritarian Rise
A new report reveals a global surge in Christian persecution, exceeding other faiths, driven by authoritarian regimes and extremist groups, particularly in Africa and Asia, using technology to increase oppression.
Global Christian Persecution Surges Amidst Authoritarian Rise
A new report reveals a global surge in Christian persecution, exceeding other faiths, driven by authoritarian regimes and extremist groups, particularly in Africa and Asia, using technology to increase oppression.
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56% Bias Score
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