Nepal's government faces international condemnation after imposing a sweeping ban on VPNs and streaming platforms like YouTube, raising serious concerns about digital rights and freedom of expression ahead of crucial elections.
The US Men's National Team secured a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory against South Korea in a pulsating international friendly, showcasing emerging talent and tactical brilliance ahead of major tournaments.
A South Carolina burger joint's satanic-themed menu item has ignited a fiery legal dispute, pitting religious expression against business regulations, with the state's Supreme Court now set to rule.
Governor Gavin Newsom blocks landmark legislation that would have permitted Sikh law enforcement officers in California to serve while wearing turbans, citing uniform standards and safety concerns.
The International Court of Justice singles out Israeli President Isaac Herzog in a landmark ruling, finding his incendiary rhetoric contributed to violations of international law in Gaza.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz blocks controversial bill aiming to remove religious attire from public schools, igniting a fierce national debate on religious freedom and constitutional rights.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has ignited a political firestorm, accusing activist judges of 'weaponising' the European Convention on Human Rights against British interests. Her hard-hitting speech at an Amnesty International event, which also took aim
A damning investigation reveals the deliberate targeting of journalists in Gaza, a calculated strategy by Israeli forces to conceal the true human cost of the conflict from the world.
Tribute to the pioneering Commons clerk Jan Moore, whose behind-the-scenes work was instrumental in shaping the UK's devolution settlements and modernising parliamentary procedures.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad faces mounting criticism for the forced closure of key Sunni mosques in Damascus, a move decried as a blatant attempt to suppress religious freedom and inflame sectarian divisions.
The Canadian province of Quebec has passed a controversial new law, Bill 25, severely restricting public prayer in a move critics are calling a direct assault on religious liberties. The legislation has sparked immediate legal challenges and protests.
An Amish community in Ohio is challenging state orders to display bright orange safety symbols on their horse-drawn buggies, citing a violation of their deeply held religious beliefs. The case raises profound questions about religious freedom and state re
A US federal court has temporarily blocked Louisiana's controversial law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms, citing 'significant Establishment Clause concerns' and potential violation of the First Amendment.
A federal appeals court has mandated the display of the Ten Commandments in all Texas public school classrooms, igniting a fierce national debate on religious freedom, education, and the First Amendment.
The FBI has successfully retrieved 17th-century Spanish religious artefacts stolen from a church in Spain and smuggled into Mexico, marking a significant victory in international cultural heritage protection.
The high-profile trial of media tycoon Jimmy Lai reaches its climax as closing arguments are presented in Hong Kong, drawing international attention to press freedoms and legal integrity.
A Muslim volunteer officer with the Metropolitan Police was reportedly instructed to remove her hijab, igniting a debate over religious freedoms and uniform policies.
A proposal to amplify calls to prayer from Lakemba Mosque via loudspeakers has ignited a heated debate between local residents and religious leaders over noise levels and cultural tolerance.
A court in Spain has overturned a controversial ban on Muslim religious festivals in public spaces in the town of Jumilla, ruling it discriminatory.
Spain's government has abandoned plans to prohibit Islamic festivals following accusations of racism, sparking debate on religious freedom and cultural tolerance.
Award-winning journalist Alec Luhn vanishes in Russia, prompting fears amid escalating press freedom crackdowns. Colleagues demand urgent investigation.
A local authority in Spain has ignited controversy by prohibiting Muslims from using public spaces for religious events, raising concerns over discrimination and religious freedom.
Australian activists aboard the Gaza Freedom Flotilla allege severe psychological and physical mistreatment by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) during a recent interception.
New legislation empowers the Office for Students to fine universities that fail to protect free speech, sparking debate over academic freedom.
A US customs officer is suing the government for the right to use ayahuasca, a hallucinogenic brew, in religious ceremonies, citing religious freedom protections.
Renowned band Massive Attack and Irish rap group Kneecap are taking legal action against the UK government, challenging controversial surveillance laws they claim threaten freedom of expression.
A lawsuit has been filed against US immigration authorities for conducting raids on churches, raising concerns over religious freedoms and immigrant rights.
A new survey exposes deep-rooted Islamophobia in the UK, with many Britons holding prejudiced views about Muslim women who wear the hijab.
A prominent Ohio imam has been detained by ICE, raising fears of religious persecution and igniting debates over immigration enforcement in the US.
Labour's proposed official definition of Islamophobia has been condemned as 'nonsensical' and 'divisive' by critics, sparking a heated debate on free speech and religious discrimination.