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Nine senior Islamic clerics across Nigeria's South-West region joined forces to reject extremism and reaffirm their commitment to religious unity. The historic declaration came as religious leaders work to counter divisive ideologies spreading in their communities.
Archaeologists in Italy discovered a basilica designed by Vitruvius, the legendary engineer whose work inspired Leonardo da Vinci and shaped architecture for 2,000 years. After five centuries of searching, researchers found the building exactly where his ancient writings described it.
Religious organizations across Tajikistan donated over $1 million in 2025 to help orphans, people with disabilities, and families rebuilding after a devastating earthquake. The collective effort shows how faith communities are stepping up to support their neighbors in need.
The US Congress is pushing for tougher measures to protect religious minorities worldwide, including new sanctions against countries where persecution threatens lives. The move signals renewed American commitment to defending faith communities facing violence.
Egypt just approved 191 more churches for legal status, bringing the total to nearly 4,000 since the country began its historic effort to recognize Christian places of worship. The government's ongoing commitment shows real progress toward religious inclusivity.
A Republican ex-governor and Democratic Holocaust survivor's daughter are proving that unity is possible in divided times. Their annual International Religious Freedom Summit brings together persecuted communities worldwide around one powerful idea: freedom for everyone, everywhere.
Religious leaders from 49 countries gathered in Kuala Lumpur to tackle how faith can help young people navigate AI, misinformation, and rapid social change. The summit brought together Muslims, Christians, and other faiths to build bridges instead of barriers.
The Washington Nationals took swift action after hidden camera footage revealed religious discrimination against Catholic pitcher Trevor Williams. The team fired their director, issued a public apology, and reaffirmed their commitment to treating all players with respect.
A Tanzanian official with a Christian father and Muslim mother shares why her country's religious unity matters. After October protests were mischaracterized as religious persecution, she sets the record straight about what really happened.
Archaeologists in Fano, Italy just confirmed the first physical building ever found designed by Vitruvius, the ancient Roman architect whose ideas shaped Western civilization for 2,000 years. They found it by using his own 2,000-year-old instruction manual as a treasure map.
A leading design firm is proving AI can make architects better, not obsolete. Their approach protects creativity while embracing innovation.
OpenAI and Anthropic are teaming up with faith leaders from around the world to help shape artificial intelligence with moral principles. The surprising partnership brings together tech executives and religious communities representing billions of people.
Desert architects from across the Middle East gathered in Dubai to reimagine how scorching climates can become global leaders in sustainable building. The forum showcased innovations turning date palm waste into construction materials and saving billions of liters of water.
A Scottish heritage charity just received one of its largest private donations ever to preserve the legacy of renowned architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh. The anonymous £625,000 gift brings new momentum to a crucial cultural conservation project.
A bank employee who faced discrimination after converting to Islam won a major court victory protecting his constitutional right to change religion. The Calcutta High Court ruled that no one can be punished for their choice of faith. #
Nigeria's university admissions body has ended confusion over religious headwear during exam registration, confirming students can wear hijabs while meeting biometric requirements. The clarification comes after a viral video sparked concerns about religious discrimination.
Survivors, religious leaders, and new laws are dismantling the myth that female genital mutilation is tied to faith, protecting millions of girls across Africa. Islamic scholars in three countries just issued historic fatwas declaring FGM has no religious basis.
President William Ruto just opened the door to formal education for thousands of children who've been learning outside the system. Kenya will now recognize Madrasa, Duksi, and pastoral programs as official pathways to opportunity.
Brussels threw open the doors to 60 rare Art Nouveau and Art Deco treasures in March, selling out nearly every ticket. Private homes, industrial sites, and architectural masterpieces revealed their secrets to the public for the first time.
MIT and Tuskegee University launched Robert R. Taylor Day, celebrating the first academically trained Black architect who connected both schools 115 years ago. Students now collaborate across campuses, continuing his vision of architecture rooted in community building.
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