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Hajj 2017: Incredible aerial photos of two million Muslim pilgrims on Mount Arafat near Mecca

Two million Muslims from around the world gathered at Mount Arafat on the outskirts of the holy city of Mecca.

Approving 'homosexual immorality' is a sin: Evangelical leaders release anti-LGBT Nashville Statement

150 religious leaders signed the statement that points out ways in which the Bible says how homosexuality and transgenderism is against Christianity.

Saudi Arabia deploys over 100,000 troops to oversee 2 million Hajj pilgrims travelling to Mecca

Kingdom authorities have reportedly denied entry to more than 450,000 Hajj violators and over 200,000 buses carrying illegal pilgrims.

Stranded in no man's land: Rohingya Muslims fleeing violence in Myanmar turned away by Bangladesh

"Myanmar doesn't distinguish between the terrorists and civilians. They are hunting all the Rohingya."

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'Anti-Semitic' signs at Swiss hotel warn Jewish guests to shower before swimming

Another sign said Jews were only allowed to access a shared fridge at a specific time.

Isabelle Gerretsen Aug 15, 2017

Ofcom accuses Sikh channel of encouraging grooming victims to take vigilante action

The Sikh channel has been given a warning by the broadcasting watchdog.

James Tennent Aug 13, 2017

Saudi actress offers four planes for Hajj pilgrims from Qatar amid 'declaration of war' row

Riyadh accuses Doha of "declaring war" by allegedly requesting end of Saudi control over holy sites.

Ludovica Iaccino Aug 01, 2017

Religion has waged war on our vaginas, breasts and abdomens – it's time for this to end

Women's rights are sacrificed on the altar of political and religious correctness.

Inna Shevchenko Jul 28, 2017

In pictures: Nag Panchami 2017, or the Hindu snake festival

Snake charmers sit outside temples as devotees queue up to offer milk to the serpent gods and seek their blessings.

David Sim Jul 28, 2017

Nag Panchami 2017: Hindus across India worship snakes with offerings of milk

The festival took place this year on 27 July and pays homage to the animal most associated with Lord Shiva.

Lara Rebello Jul 28, 2017

Halal boss says Australian women need Muslims to 'fertilise them' as white race becomes extinct

Mohamed El-Mouelhy points to research showing a declining sperm count in Australian men.

Paul Wright Jul 27, 2017

Muslim leaders call for 'en masse' Friday prayer at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque

Muslims encouraged to return to holy site following weeks of tensions and deadly clashes.

Ludovica Iaccino Jul 27, 2017

Anti-Semitic hate incidents soar to record high in UK

Britain's Jewish community enduring "unacceptable" levels of abuse and violence.

Isabelle Gerretsen Jul 27, 2017

Siege of Marawi enters third month: Military battles Islamist snipers with 'unlimited ammunition'

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte says he is prepared to wait for a year for the end of the siege which has killed more than 500 people.

David Sim Jul 24, 2017

Deadly 'screwdriver attack' at Israel's embassy in Jordan as Jerusalem holy site tensions mount

Incident likely to strain relations as crisis continues after new security measures implemented at holy site.

Ludovica Iaccino Jul 24, 2017

In pictures: Violent clashes between Israeli police and Palestinians at holy site in Jerusalem

Three Palestinians have died in violent clashes between Israeli police and Muslim worshippers in Jerusalem.

David Sim Jul 21, 2017

Quran dripping in pork lard sent to California mosque by middle-aged white woman

Police say they are not treating the incident as a crime although it was hateful.

Josh Robbins Jul 21, 2017

[HOLD FOR JES] Scientology: What you need to know about the religion that promises spiritual certainty

The Church of Scientology sent 'mature rated' anti-psychiatry propaganda to young school children

Victorian government in Australia urged school principals to ignore the material.

Ludovica Iaccino Jul 21, 2017

Jagraj Singh dead: Hugely influential Everythings 13 and Basics of Sikhi founder loses cancer battle

Jagraj Singh was a Youtube innovator who quickly became a prominent Sikh on the international stage.

Josh Robbins Jul 20, 2017

Pope Benedict's 'fanatical, merciless' brother led German boys choir embroiled in sex abuse scandal

More than 500 pupils were physically and sexually abused.

Isabelle Gerretsen Jul 20, 2017

British forces smuggled Christmas trees into Saudi Arabia defying religious police

The Royal Air Force took Christmas trees into the Islamic kingdom for secret Santa Claus shows.

Josh Robbins Jul 20, 2017

Who is Wirapol Sukphol? Extradited Thai monk known for lavish lifestyle faces rape and fraud charges

The former Buddhist monk has been accused of having sex with an under-aged girl.

Nandini Krishnamoorthy Jul 20, 2017

The Cambodian family who believe a calf is reincarnation of beloved husband and father

When 74-year-old widow Khim Hang spotted a calf near her home, she knew it was her reincarnated husband Tol Khut.

David Sim Jul 20, 2017

Woman's Miniskirt Sparks Outrage in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabian miniskirt model Khulood released without charge

Snapchat video caused fierce debate in Islamic kingdom, where women must be covered.

Josh Robbins Jul 19, 2017

Watch new video of Saudi Arabian miniskirt model Khulood singing and having fun

The complete Snapchat footage simply shows a woman enjoying a day out – that may cost her her freedom.

Josh Robbins Jul 19, 2017

The Church of England will damn itself by obsessing over sexual morality

Christianity is about salvation through faith in Christ more than squabbling over arbitrary moral rules.

Andrew Sabisky Jul 19, 2017

Swastika backpack stuffed with rotting pig head dumped at Muslim school in Brisbane

The bag was discovered just hours before thousands of children walked through the school gates.

Isabelle Gerretsen Jul 19, 2017

Russia upholds its ban on 'extremist' Jehovah's Witnesses – but the group vows to fight on

The Supreme Court in Russia rejected an appeal against a nationwide ban on Jehovah's Witnesses.

Shane Croucher Jul 18, 2017

Saudi Arabia religious police hunting miniskirt-wearing model Khulood

Saudi Arabia's religious police are reported to be investigating the young women that defied decency laws.

Josh Robbins Jul 18, 2017

Cleric who called for 'evil, human demon' Jews to be killed at Canada mosque faces arrest

Sheikh Muhammad ibn Musa Al Nasr delivered the sermon in Montreal and now faces hate crime charges.

Shane Croucher Jul 18, 2017

Controversial imam films himself eating non-halal chocolate: 'None of that nonsense here'

Mohammad Tawhidi brazenly filmed himself eating a Cherry Ripe chocolate bar.