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Europe politics

How European countries see religious symbols in public office

Berlin's proposal to abolish its Neutrality Act reignites debates on religious freedom and secularism in public life.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

French authorities double down on discriminatory' hijab ban in sport

Amnesty International condemns a proposed French bill banning religious clothing in sports as discriminatory to religious freedom.

Europe politics

How European countries see religious symbols in public office

Berlin's proposal to abolish its Neutrality Act reignites debates on religious freedom and secularism in public life.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

French authorities double down on discriminatory' hijab ban in sport

Amnesty International condemns a proposed French bill banning religious clothing in sports as discriminatory to religious freedom.

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fromwww.thelocal.fr

France engulfed in secularism row over tributes to Pope

Tributes to Pope Francis in France have sparked debate over the application of secularism, specifically regarding state actions and religious neutrality.

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France politics

Reader question: Why does secular France have so many Catholic holidays?

France's Senate backs move to ban Muslim headscarf in sport

France's proposed law bans religious symbols in sports, supported by the right-leaning government to combat perceived threats to secularism.

EXPLAINED: Does France really have a hijab ban?

France allows hijabs in public, but has restrictions on where they can be worn, particularly in schools and by public officials.

French lawmakers debate ban on religious clothing in sports

The proposed ban on religious clothing in sports has sparked controversy over its potential to disproportionately affect Muslim women.

France politics

Reader question: Why does secular France have so many Catholic holidays?

France's Senate backs move to ban Muslim headscarf in sport

France's proposed law bans religious symbols in sports, supported by the right-leaning government to combat perceived threats to secularism.

EXPLAINED: Does France really have a hijab ban?

France allows hijabs in public, but has restrictions on where they can be worn, particularly in schools and by public officials.

French lawmakers debate ban on religious clothing in sports

The proposed ban on religious clothing in sports has sparked controversy over its potential to disproportionately affect Muslim women.

Americans Haven't Found a Satisfying Alternative to Religion

A personal journey reveals the growing disconnect between faith and secular ideologies in America.

Athletes frustrated as France mulls Muslim headscarf ban in sport

The new legislation aims to forbid the head covering in all professional and amateur competitions countrywide, which has stirred significant debate around secularism and women's rights.

France news

Right-wing politics

fromwww.nytimes.com

As Bangladesh Reinvents Itself, Islamist Hard-Liners See an Opening

Rising Islamist extremism in Bangladesh threatens women's rights and secular governance.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

India's political iftars' once stopped riots. Are they corrupt stunts now?

Iftars have evolved into political tools in India, utilized to build alliances and influence Muslim voters during Ramadan.

French Word of the Day: Conclave

The term 'conclave' is being appropriated in French politics, sparking debate on its appropriateness.

French PM seeks to mend cabinet rift over hijab in sport

French government faces internal conflict over hijab ban in sports, testing cabinet unity.

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