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Fifty-six Coast Guard members dismissed for refusing COVID vaccines are returning to duty with full back pay and restored service records. The move corrects what officials now call an unconstitutional overreach that punished service members for personal health choices.
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.
In 1947, an ordinary farmer from Tamil Nadu sent a handwritten letter in Tamil that influenced religious freedom rights in India's Constitution. His story proves democracy's founding wasn't just about famous leaders.
A Ghanaian beverage company donated products to the National Chief Imam as Ramadan began, helping support spiritual guidance for thousands. The gesture marks the company's second year of recognizing the holy month's importance.
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.
NSW Police have apologized after officers mistakenly interrupted Muslim men praying at a Sydney protest, despite a senior officer having already granted them permission to worship. The incident highlights the importance of clear communication during tense situations.
Nasarawa State in Nigeria just sent 191 Christian pilgrims to Jerusalem with a special mission: pray for peace and unity across their diverse nation. The journey represents a government's commitment to supporting faith and bringing communities together.
American lawmakers introduce legislation requiring Nigeria to prove it's protecting religious minorities from extremist violence. The bill demands accountability after years of attacks on Christian communities.
A Washington church just won a landmark legal victory protecting harm reduction services under disability law. The ruling could help communities nationwide save lives through programs like syringe exchanges.
After two harrowing weeks, all 166 worshippers kidnapped from a church in Nigeria's Kaduna State have returned home safely. The Christian Association of Nigeria confirms no ransom was paid for their release.
Six Christians who faced persecution in China, Nigeria, Cuba, and other nations gathered at the White House following the National Prayer Breakfast. Their stories of survival and faith highlight global religious freedom challenges and America's renewed focus on protecting believers worldwide.
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.
A sacred horse ride honoring Dakota history is bringing city officials and Indigenous leaders together to find solutions that respect both ceremony and community needs. After years of confusion over costs and terminology, both sides say they're hopeful about building a true partnership.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu celebrated Muslim women's faith and identity as Nigeria joined 150+ countries marking World Hijab Day. Her message emphasized respect, tolerance, and unity across all religions and cultures.
Nigeria's Jigawa State has allocated 2.6 billion naira (approximately $1.7 million USD) to ensure thousands of Muslim pilgrims can safely complete their religious journey to Saudi Arabia in 2026. The funding covers everything from flights to medical care, removing financial barriers that often prevent faithful residents from making this once-in-a-lifetime trip.
A conservative Protestant party in the Netherlands that once banned women from politics now has twice as many female candidates as four years ago. The shift marks a dramatic evolution for a party that was legally forced to allow women to run.
Students in Haryana can now wear religious and cultural items during exams without fear of being turned away. The new policy protects Sikh students carrying kirpans and married women wearing mangalsutras at testing centers across the state.