RELIGION

The imported crowd attended the opening of Scientology's new Sydney headquarters.

'Saint of the Gutters' canonised in a special mass in the Vatican amid criticism over 'miracles'.

This year the Ganesh festival will begin on 5 September.

Critics complained of an 'element of secrecy' around the bishop's appointment.

Two miracles have been attributed to the Kosovar Albanian nun since her 1997 death.

The pontiff proposed that caring for the environment be added to traditional Christian works of mercy.

Mysterious vandal seeking to "free" the mountain of religious symbols.

Divers discover bags containing human bones and magical charms believed to be used in rituals.

Clergyman's family say they are supporting him with 'unconditional love' as police investigate incident.

Bernard Cazeneuve also said Muslims must continue to engage with the country on gender equality.

Full-body swimsuit has been banned in 30 French towns.

Sarkozy, seeking to win votes from far-right FN, says he will be tough on immigration if re-elected.

Education committee demanded Ahmadi renounce claims to be Muslims following sectarian pressure.

Controversial sacking comes amid growing debate across Europe over traditional Islamic dress code.

Dozens take part in Wear What You Want Beach Party #BurkiniGate protest outside London's French embassy.

Critics claim ban on full body swimsuits infringes on freedom of religion.

Witness on French Riviera speaks of Muslim woman on beach being told to 'Go home' as her daughter cries.

Saudi Arabia is ruled by a cruel, corrupt, tyrannical, filthy-rich and ungodly clan.

Olga Vasilyeva is latest Russian public figure criticised for apparent sympathy for Soviet dictator.

IBTimes UK talks to Imam of Florence after he posts photo of nuns on a beach following France's burkini ban.

School argued that freedom of communication is hindered by the full face veil.

Former Sun editor Kelvin MacKenzie's column attacking Channel 4 prompted some 1,900 complaints.

Manuel valls described full body swimsuit as "not compatible with the values of France and the Republic".

The statue rests 15 metres below sea level, and requires scuba divers to find it.

Earlier party chiefs called for ban on Islamic veils.

Thousands flee new rules which bar even children of LGBT parents.

PM Benjamin Netanyahu denies claims Israel is trying to change status quo at the compound.

A dispute over tourists photographing women in full-body swimsuit sparked a riot.

In guidelines issued by the government, Malaysia warns parents of children's data being collected.