Pakistani Christian Accused of Blasphemy Now on Bail
These days good news is rare in the field of religious liberty. But while the case of Pakistan remains serious, good news should be heralded.
International
Taxpayers Rights and Spiritual Movements in Taiwan
The 2016 Taxpayers Rights Protection Act should have solved the problems of unfair tax enforcement. It did not succeed completely, as the Tai Ji Men case continues to show.
Kazakhstan: Doubts Grow About the Death of Dulat Agadil
The pro-democracy activist, a critic of China, died in jail shortly after arrest on February 25—for “natural causes,” police claims.
Offending Mahakali: Pakistani Televangelist MP Upsets Hindus with a Tweet
Aamir Liaquat Hussain is a TV personality, a politician, and the former Minister for Religious Affairs. He has also a reputation for offending religious minorities.
The Notion of “Effective Remedies” and the Tai Ji Men Case
Rogue bureaucrats guilty of human rights violations should be prosecuted to prevent further abuse.
The Belgian Case Against the Jehovah’s Witnesses: The Bible in the Dock?
A criminal court in Ghent is called to examine how the Jehovah’s Witnesses deal with some of their ex-members. They maintain they just follow the Scripture.
Social Justice, Taxes, and Freedom of Religion or Belief
A Webinar revisited the notion of “social justice,” and how it was violated in the Tai Ji Men tax case in Taiwan.
Music, Education, and Freedom of Religion or Belief
A music teacher with extensive academic experience reflects on what music has to do with global education and human rights.
US Supreme Court Asked to Review California Textbooks Disparaging Hinduism
According to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, the offensive content does not violate Free Exercise rights. A petition for certiorari was filed last week.
