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Thomas Jefferson: Author of the Declaration of Independence (1801 - 1809)
Thomas Jefferson was quite an interesting fellow. He was definitely a genius, as he was an expert in pretty much everything you could be an expert of. He was a great writer, too. But there is a little of hypocrisy in there for good...
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US Constitution: Freedom of Religion
Understanding the U.S. Constitution: 5. This clip explains the guarantee of Freedom of Religion as it is spelled out in the U.S. Constitution.
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Italy Plans to Ban Burqa and Niqab in All Public Spaces, curb Mosque funding
New ReviewItaly’s ruling Brothers of Italy party is pushing a bill to ban burqas and niqabs in all public spaces, including schools, offices, and shops. Supporters cite secular values and national sovereignty, while critics warn it could target...
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Supreme Court rules Trinity Western University's planned law school unfair to LGBT students
The Supreme Court of Canada ruled that one of Trinity Western University's policies for a planned law school is unfair to LGBT students. CBC's Hannah Thibedeau explains the court's decision.
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Five-Month Prayer Ban at Kashmir's Grand Mosque
Last week was the first time in months that Muslims in Kashmir were allowed to pray at the Grand Mosque. Following prayers, they took to the streets to express their anger at a perceived lack of religious freedom.
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Bryan Adams cancels Mississippi show due to controversial service law
Canadian rocker Bryan Adams is canceling a performance in Mississippi, citing the state's new law that allows religious groups and some private businesses to refuse service to gay couples.
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'Countries Going To Court For Polls...': Jaishankar Slams Western Media Over 2024 Elections Coverage
External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar slammed the Western media for over the “negative” coverage of Indian elections. EAM Jaishankar takes a dig at west and said while they go to court for deciding election results, they are giving...
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Lawsuit Aims to Block Religious Public Charter School
Parents and faith leaders are suing to stop Oklahoma from creating what would be the first religious public charter school in the country.
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Lawsuit Looks to Block Religious Public Charter School
Parents and faith leaders have sued to stop Oklahoma from creating what would be the first religious public charter school in the nation.
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Russia Warns West, Ukraine Over Crackdown On Russian Orthodox Church: 'Will Be Defend At All Costs’
Russia has issued a fresh warning tied to its deepening standoff with Ukraine. Foreign Minister Lavrov made a pointed declaration regarding Russia's role in protecting Orthodox believers across Ukrainian territories. The statement came...
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India court upholds Karnataka state’s ban on hijab in class
Court upholds ban in BJP-ruled state, a ruling that might affect the rest of the country, home to 200 million Muslims.
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India: Karnataka's high court upholds headscarf ban in schools, colleges
High court judges in the Indian state of Karnataka have upheld a headscarf ban in schools and colleges.
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Pompeo foreign tour in Turkey: US diplomat skips Ankara
Ahead of his visit to Istanbul, Pompeo told the French press he agreed with the French president that Turkey's recent actions have been very aggressive.
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Trump wraps up India trip with little progress on trade
An expected defence deal has been agreed but differences remain over trade following US president’s first visit to India.
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'Despicable Act': India Demands Action From Canada After Eggs Thrown At Rath Yatra In Toronto
A video from Toronto showing eggs hurled at devotees during ISKCON’s 53rd annual Rath Yatra has sparked outrage. The Ministry of External Affairs called the incident “regrettable” and “against the spirit of the festival,” and said it had...
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Dalai Lama Vs Xi Jinping: Watch Big Fight On Cam As Tibetan Spiritual Leader BLOCKS China
The exiled spiritual leader of Tibet has confirmed he will name a successor, reassuring Buddhists worldwide that the centuries-old Dalai Lama tradition will continue. In response, China has asserted that the next reincarnation must be...
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Dalai Lama Says He’ll Live 40 More Years, Quashes Speculation on Successor Ahead of 90th Birthday
Putting an end to rising speculation, the Dalai Lama has declared that he hopes to live for another 30–40 years and is not yet ready to announce a successor. Speaking at the long life prayer ceremony in McLeodganj ahead of his 90th...
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India hits back after 'biased' US report targets R&AW
Another day, another hypocritical U.S. report lecturing India on human rights while conveniently ignoring America’s own intelligence operations. The latest report by the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) paints...
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40 years on: a look back at the court challenge to Sunday shopping
While Sunday shopping might be common these days, it used to be illegal due to a federal law called The Lord's Day Act. In 1985, the Supreme Court struck down the law, ruling it unconstitutional, thanks to a challenge from a Calgary store.
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Eastern European voters are more likely to care about candidates' religious beliefs, study finds
People with right-wing views are more likely to choose a leader who shares their religious beliefs, the Pew Research Centre told Euronews.
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Getting Ordained Online: Holy Or Hoax?
The Universal Life Church is a non-denominational religious organization that ordains hundreds of thousands of people each year, primarily so they can officiate weddings for friends and family. But it’s also a big business, selling...
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White House Issues Guidelines On Prayer In Schools
The White House has charged nine federal agencies with reversing rules the president called "discriminatory" against religious services groups.
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One Of Justice Barrett’s 1st Cases May Involve LGBTQ Rights, Religion
The case centers around Catholic Social Services' refusal to certify same sex couples as foster parents, citing religious beliefs.
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SCOTUS Will Hear Case Involving Same-Sex Foster Parents
At issue is whether Philadelphia can stop working with a Catholic foster agency over its refusal to place children with same-sex couples.