In a case started in France by secular humanists, the court ordered the removal of the statue. The city appealed.
La Flotte-en-Ré: The Case of the Virgin Mary Statue Goes On
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Pakistan: Deadly Anti-Shiite Terrorist Attacks Continue
63 killed, 200 wounded in an attack against a Shiite mosque in Peshawar, Pakistan.
The Universal Peace Federation: Moon Front or Respected NGO? A White Paper
The Universal Peace Federation has been criticized by media after Donald Trump attended (via video) one of is events. We present a study and assessment of what the UPF is all about.
After 30 Years, a Nigerian Christian Refugee May Be Deported from Japan
A doctor claims his popular self-help book has been declared anti-Islamic and may expose him to serious risks in his country.
Jamaica: Judge’s Use of Biblical Language Does Not Invalidate Decision
The use of Joseph’s silver cup story from the Bible as an example when instructing a jury was not inappropriate, an appellate court said.
Mary Poppins: Was She a “Cult Member,” Too?
Christian critics of “cults” often argue that novels and films about Mary Poppins promote “cultic” or “occult” ideas. All is based on an old misunderstanding.
Pakistan: Ancient Buddhist Temple Discovered – and Vandalized
Italian and Pakistani archeologists made the exciting discovery. Religious prejudice explains the low vigilance against vandalism.
Argentina: New Citizens Can Refuse Swearing Oath of Allegiance for Religious Reasons
An Evangelical objected that swearing in general is forbidden by the Bible. A court authorized her to simply “promise” loyalty to the country.
Chile: Supreme Court OKs Case Against Performer Who Offended Catholics
Anastasia María Benavente offended Pope Francis, the Rosary, and Catholicism. Justices said case should proceed. Meanwhile, the offending video remains online.
USCIRF: Pakistan Exports Persecution of Ahmadis Abroad
In a new factsheet, the U.S. commission documents how the Ahmadiyya Community is also persecuted in Algeria and Malaysia.