Danny Kruger MP was asked by the Prime Minister to report on how faith groups contributed to civil society in the lockdown. He suggests a new deal between the state and faith groups to provide ongoing help.
Rihanna has provoked outrage from Muslims for using a remix of a sacred Islamic Hadith as the backing for a raunchy dance routine launching her latest lingerie range.
Call for investigation into allegations that bribes influenced the trial of Cardinal George Pell; Outrage at Rihanna’s raunchy use of the Islamic Hadith; Dean of Sheffield resigns after choir row; Goddess Temple opens in Redditch.
Senior journalists have warned of the danger of inconsistencies in the reporting of atrocities and the way the word “terrorist” is used in association with Muslims, but less so with white supremacists.
23 per cent of the world is Muslim. This fact sheet explains the history, beliefs, divisions and contemporary issues in the faith
70% of young people aged 15-24 identify as having no religion. But the study of “religion and worldviews” helps students understand the complexity of ideas they encounter in daily life, leading to tolerance and respect.
Faith leaders have expressed sadness and sorrow at the news that one million people have died of the coronavirus. They urge people to take responsiblity, stay safe and prevent further deaths.
Pope calls for the coronavirus vaccine to be distributed equally; Conservative Roman Catholic front runner to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg; Muslim dating app “Muzmatch” soars in the pandemic.
The Shofar heralds in the Jewish New year – 5781; Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Jewish roots motivated justice; Top journalists discuss “disproportionate focus on Islam” when reporting terrorism; 1662 prayer book now on Alexa.
Jewish communities prepare to welcome int he New Year with services and family gatherings limited by the rule of six; People are suffering ‘moral injury’ in pandemic, unable to live their values due to restrictions; Research project to map interplay of faith, ethnicity and deprivation through the pandemic.