A ruling by a Japanese court confirms that viewing with suspicion large donations to religious organizations make hundreds of groups potential targets.
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Toru Goto, Unification Church Member Held by Deprogrammers for Over 12 Years, Publishes His Autobiography
The horrors of deprogramming need to be remembered, as they can come back if the Unification Church will be dissolved as a religious organization in Japan.
Nicaraguan Reformed Constitution: An Assault Against Religious Liberty
The National Assembly grants total power to President Daniel Ortega and his wife, including over creeds and beliefs, under the “clear ambiguity” of Article 14 of the fundamental law of the land.
Japan: Anti-Cult Journalist Eight Suzuki Found Guilty of Defamation
Importing a typical attitude of European anti-cultists, Suzuki claims he “almost won” a case he lost. In this article, the attorney who defeated him explains why.
Mihai and Adina Stoian: A Humanitarian Appeal
Pending a final decision on their extradition to France, the two yoga teachers detained in Georgia should be released on bail for health reasons.
Five Jehovah’s Witnesses Sentenced to Two Years in Jail in Algeria for Sharing Their Faith
Their teachings are accused of “endangering the unity of the nation.” It is a clear violation of international principles on freedom of religion or belief.
Pakistan; Mentally Ill Man on Death Row for Blasphemy for 23 Years
Anwar Kenneth wrote in 2001 letters that clearly included the ramblings of a psychiatric patient. Nonetheless, he was sentenced to death in 2002 and kept in jail.
No Country for Astrologers: Russian Duma Set to Ban Astrology from Media
A law proposal would prohibit broadcasting horoscopes and “magic-based predictions” in all media.
Pakistan, Minor Christian Accused of Blasphemy Granted Bail, Remains in Jail for Other Charges
17-year-old Akash Karamat has spent one year in jail for an accusation that, the Lahore High Court said, is not supported by evidence.
A Blasphemy Racket in Pakistan: Hundreds Jailed and Blackmailed by Criminal Extremists
Some 450 people are in jail after a gang connected with the radical Tehreek-e-Labbaik movement first falsely accused them, then asked for money to retract the allegations.