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Supreme Court Wrestles With Challenge to Affordable Care Act Over Free Preventive Care

The Supreme Court is divided over the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act's mandate for free preventive care.

fromNew York Post

Supreme Court signals support for parents who object to LGBTQ books in Maryland school system

Supreme Court likely to favor parents' rights to opt children out of LGBTQ-themed lessons, citing First Amendment concerns.

fromwww.npr.org

Can charter schools be religious? If so, what does that mean for public education?

The Supreme Court is evaluating whether religious schools can receive public funding as charter schools, challenging existing definitions of public education.

Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Religious Charter School in Oklahoma

Supreme Court to decide on the legality of a religious charter school in Oklahoma, potentially impacting state funding for religious education.

Justices Appeared Set to Allow Opt-Outs From L.G.B.T.Q. Stories

The Supreme Court may side with parents seeking to withdraw children from L.G.B.T.Q. themed classes.

US supreme court weighs efforts to exempt elementary schoolers from LGBTQ+ books

The US Supreme Court is reviewing a case where Maryland parents seek to keep children from LGBTQ+ storybooks, arguing it violates religious freedom.

Healthcare

Supreme Court Wrestles With Challenge to Affordable Care Act Over Free Preventive Care

The Supreme Court is divided over the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act's mandate for free preventive care.

fromNew York Post

Supreme Court signals support for parents who object to LGBTQ books in Maryland school system

Supreme Court likely to favor parents' rights to opt children out of LGBTQ-themed lessons, citing First Amendment concerns.

fromwww.npr.org

Can charter schools be religious? If so, what does that mean for public education?

The Supreme Court is evaluating whether religious schools can receive public funding as charter schools, challenging existing definitions of public education.

Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Religious Charter School in Oklahoma

Supreme Court to decide on the legality of a religious charter school in Oklahoma, potentially impacting state funding for religious education.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Justices Appeared Set to Allow Opt-Outs From L.G.B.T.Q. Stories

The Supreme Court may side with parents seeking to withdraw children from L.G.B.T.Q. themed classes.

more#supreme-court

#secularism

France politics

fromwww.independent.co.uk

French authorities double down on discriminatory' hijab ban in sport

Amnesty International condemns a proposed French bill banning religious clothing in sports as discriminatory to religious freedom.

Europe politics

fromeuronews

20 hours ago

How European countries see religious symbols in public office

Berlin's proposal to abolish its Neutrality Act reignites debates on religious freedom and secularism in public life.

France politics

French authorities double down on discriminatory' hijab ban in sport

Amnesty International condemns a proposed French bill banning religious clothing in sports as discriminatory to religious freedom.

Europe politics

fromeuronews

20 hours ago

How European countries see religious symbols in public office

Berlin's proposal to abolish its Neutrality Act reignites debates on religious freedom and secularism in public life.

First Amendment lawsuit targets immigration detentions in places of worship

Churches are suing the Trump administration over immigration enforcement in places of worship, claiming it violates their First Amendment rights.

fromAbove the Law

Law

The Countdown To Fifth Circuit Mandating Every Student Stare At The 10 Commandments Has Begun

The Louisiana law requiring display of the 10 Commandments in schools was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge for its religious intent.

Black Lives Matter

fromMiami Herald

1 day ago

First Amendment lawsuit targets immigration detentions in places of worship

Churches are suing the Trump administration over immigration enforcement in places of worship, claiming it violates their First Amendment rights.

fromAbove the Law

Law

The Countdown To Fifth Circuit Mandating Every Student Stare At The 10 Commandments Has Begun

The Louisiana law requiring display of the 10 Commandments in schools was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge for its religious intent.

more#first-amendment

France news

fromwww.aljazeera.com

2 days ago

Italian police arrest French suspect in anti-Muslim' mosque murder

Islamophobic stabbing in France condemned as hate crime; suspect arrested in Italy.

French authorities emphasize the need to combat religious hatred.

SF LGBT

4 days ago

S.C. attorney general tells state's capital city to drop its conversion therapy ban

South Carolina's attorney general seeks to overturn Columbia's ban on conversion therapy, citing violations of state law and religious rights for counselors.

What are 'Religious Freedom' laws, and how are they used against LGBTQ+ people?

Religious freedom often infringes on LGBTQ+ rights, indicating a need for stronger protections.

The Religious Freedom Restoration Act creates legal grounds for religious exemptions that can harm marginalized communities.

LGBT

3 weeks ago

Georgia governor signs religious liberty law, worrying LGBTQ+ advocates who say it'll allow discrimination

The Restoration of Freedom Act may allow discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals under the pretext of protecting religious freedom.

Miscellaneous

Court rules against antigay bakery in California

A California appeals court upheld that a baker violated a gay couple's rights by refusing to make their wedding cake on religious grounds.

2 weeks ago

LGBT

ACLU and LGBTQ+ groups defend Maryland schools' LGBTQ+ curriculum in Supreme Court filing

The ACLU supports a school district's decision not to allow opt-outs from LGBTQ+ themed reading materials in their curriculum.

LGBT

4 weeks ago

What are 'Religious Freedom' laws, and how are they used against LGBTQ+ people?

Religious freedom often infringes on LGBTQ+ rights, indicating a need for stronger protections.

The Religious Freedom Restoration Act creates legal grounds for religious exemptions that can harm marginalized communities.

LGBT

3 weeks ago

Georgia governor signs religious liberty law, worrying LGBTQ+ advocates who say it'll allow discrimination

The Restoration of Freedom Act may allow discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals under the pretext of protecting religious freedom.

Miscellaneous

Court rules against antigay bakery in California

A California appeals court upheld that a baker violated a gay couple's rights by refusing to make their wedding cake on religious grounds.

2 weeks ago

LGBT

ACLU and LGBTQ+ groups defend Maryland schools' LGBTQ+ curriculum in Supreme Court filing

The ACLU supports a school district's decision not to allow opt-outs from LGBTQ+ themed reading materials in their curriculum.

more#lgbtq-rights

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Right-wing politics

No freedom of movement, supervised sermons and no prayers for Nicaragua: How the Ortega-Murillo regime controls its priests

Father Fabricio feels emasculated by government threats, forcing him to restrict his religious expressions and pastoral duties.

#unification-church

Non-profit organizations

fromFast Company

Japanese court orders the Unification Church to be dissolved

The Unification Church in Japan has been ordered to dissolve due to serious accusations of manipulative practices and links to the assassination of Shinzo Abe.

UK news

Japan court orders Unification Church dissolved DW 03/25/2025

Japanese court revokes Unification Church's legal status, ending its tax-exempt status and requiring asset liquidation.

UK news

Japan: Unification Church to be dissolved after court order DW 03/25/2025

Japanese court revokes Unification Church's legal status, stripping it of tax exemptions and requiring asset liquidation following Abe's assassination investigation.

UK news

Tokyo court orders dissolution of Moonies' Unification Church

Japan's court orders the dissolution of the Unification Church due to manipulative practices linked to an assassination investigation.

Non-profit organizations

fromFast Company

Japanese court orders the Unification Church to be dissolved

The Unification Church in Japan has been ordered to dissolve due to serious accusations of manipulative practices and links to the assassination of Shinzo Abe.

UK news

Japan court orders Unification Church dissolved DW 03/25/2025

Japanese court revokes Unification Church's legal status, ending its tax-exempt status and requiring asset liquidation.

UK news

Japan: Unification Church to be dissolved after court order DW 03/25/2025

Japanese court revokes Unification Church's legal status, stripping it of tax exemptions and requiring asset liquidation following Abe's assassination investigation.

UK news

Tokyo court orders dissolution of Moonies' Unification Church

Japan's court orders the dissolution of the Unification Church due to manipulative practices linked to an assassination investigation.

more#unification-church

fromwww.ocregister.com

Los Angeles

U.S. Department of Justice backs Christian church suing California city

Federal support strengthens church's lawsuit against zoning denial in Santa Ana.

Allegations include violation of religious land use rights under RLUIPA.

US politics

fromIrish Independent

Donald Trump says 'I love the Irish' as Taoiseach Micheal Martin presents him with bowl of shamrock in White House

The Burke family protests against perceived religious freedom violations in Ireland.

Europe news

fromConsequence

Behemoth's Nergal acquitted of "offending religious feelings" for penis crucifix

Nergal wins appeal against charges of offending religious feelings in Poland related to a sex-toy crucifix sculpture.

Germany news

Middle East: Hamas threatens to kill hostages if war resumes DW 03/07/2025

Israel allows limited access to Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan for specific groups while ensuring no restrictions on Israeli citizens.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

Hackney's Orthodox Jewish community up in arms about dictatorial' schools bill

Concern over state intervention threatens religious freedom in Hackney's Orthodox Jewish community regarding the new Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill.

Canada news

This Christian Convert Fled Iran, and Ran Into Trump's Deportation Policy.

Artemis Ghasemzadeh's conversion to Christianity from Islam under Iranian law highlights the dangers of religious freedom.

Germany news

Thought crime' and cancelled elections: how do JD Vance's Europe claims stand up?

Vance's speech highlighted perceived infringements on individual liberties in the UK regarding religious expressions near abortion clinics.

Miscellaneous

Is Indonesia cracking down on atheism? DW 02/06/2025

Indonesia's Constitutional Court reaffirms that official documentation must reflect religious beliefs, sidelining atheists and non-believers.

Digital life

fromWorld History Encyclopedia

To Keep Aid Coming, Ukraine Appeals to Trump Allies: Conservative Christians

Ukraine is leveraging its moral stance on religious freedom to bolster U.S. support against Russian aggression.

History

3 months ago

Peace of Westphalia

The Peace of Westphalia concluded the Thirty Years' War, promoting political autonomy and religious freedoms in the Holy Roman Empire.

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

Bangladesh: Are human rights eroding under Muhammad Yunus? DW 12/30/2024

Muhammad Yunus and Jake Sullivan discussed the protection of human rights amid rising violence against minorities in Bangladesh.

fromBoston.com

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

The Satanic Temple holiday display restored after being destroyed - again

The Satanic Temple faced repeated vandalism of their holiday display in Concord, NH, despite being allowed to participate in public holiday displays for the first time.

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

The politics behind India's beef bans DW 12/23/2024

The Assam government ban on beef consumption reflects ongoing societal tensions between religious beliefs and personal dietary rights.

#public-schools

Digital life

Federal Judge Blocks Louisiana Law Requiring Ten Commandments in Classrooms

A federal judge blocked Louisiana's law requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools, stating it was unconstitutional and coercive to students.

Education

Texas approves new Bible-based curriculum for elementary schools

The Texas board approved a Bible-based curriculum, Bluebonnet Learning, for elementary schools, causing significant controversy over religious freedom and diversity.

Digital life

Federal Judge Blocks Louisiana Law Requiring Ten Commandments in Classrooms

A federal judge blocked Louisiana's law requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools, stating it was unconstitutional and coercive to students.

Education

Texas approves new Bible-based curriculum for elementary schools

The Texas board approved a Bible-based curriculum, Bluebonnet Learning, for elementary schools, causing significant controversy over religious freedom and diversity.

more#public-schools

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