Religion in the Daily News
- Bank of Ghana unveils GH¢2 note honouring Christian and Islamic heritage 12 November 2026 20 h 07 min Graphic Online The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has unveiled the new GH¢2 banknote as part of the Cedi Heritage Series, with its thematic foundation revolving around Religion, reflecting Ghana's status as a secular state where Christianity, Islam, and African traditional …
- Maluti: Exploring Jharkhand’s historic village o... 12 November 2026 19 h 41 min Media India Group A cluster of centuries-old terracotta temples showcases the distinctive roof designs and brick architecture of Maluti village in Jharkhand (Photos: Archaeological Survey of India) Located in Dumka district of Jharkhand, Maluti village offers an alternative …
- They called her mother. When she died, two Muslim brothers lit her pyre 12 November 2026 19 h 40 min The Indian Express Two Muslim brothers performed the last rites of an elderly Hindu woman in Wayanad, while a mosque in neighbouring Malappuram opened its doors for the pre-cremation rituals and prayers of a Hindu woman. Two incidents in Kerala this week have offered yet …
- Tourist footfall gradually rises in Gosainkunda after floods 12 November 2026 19 h 10 min OnlineKhabar Rasuwa, November 12 The number of domestic and foreign tourists visiting Gosainkunda, a renowned religious and natural destination in Rasuwa, has started increasing again as road and trekking route access gradually improves following last September’s …
- Stephen Miller probably would have been a Jew for Hitler 12 November 2026 19 h 01 min LGBTQ Nation - California Social movements rarely, if ever, can be viewed as monolithic. Members of these movements often hold varied views and advocate different, sometimes opposing strategies to achieve their goals. To highlight this point, I offer the case of Stephen Miller in …
- DON'T MENTION THE ISLAM: John Cleese versus Britain's new sacred cows 12 November 2026 18 h 46 min The Blaze For generations of American comedy fans, John Cleese has embodied a certain idea of Britain. His long face, angular features, and stiff, vaguely aristocratic bearing suggested the quintessential Englishman: formal, reserved, faintly pompous, easily …
- The Ten Kings of Hell 12 November 2026 18 h 36 min Tricycle The visual culture of Korea’s Goryeo period (918–1392 CE) paints a resplendent picture of abundance and ease. Full-bodied Buddhist deities in richly patterned textiles, glistening gold accessories, and intricate jade-hued ceramics captivate the senses such …
- Religion, Politics and Secularism in Meghalaya 12 November 2026 18 h 33 min The Shillong Times By Bhogtoram Mawroh Last week, the Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Conrad Sangma, announced that the government would organise gospel music concerts in the Khasi and Garo Hills in partnership with major Church denominations to promote Christian music and …
- United States: Idaho Man Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison for Attempting to Provide Material Support to ISIS in Plot to Attack Churches 12 November 2026 18 h 28 min The St Kitts Nevis Observer Alexander Scott Mercurio, 21, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, was sentenced today to 18 years in prison and lifetime supervised release by U.S. District Judge David C. Nye of the District of Idaho for attempting to provide material support and resources to a …
- A Muslim Candidate, An American Question 12 November 2026 18 h 01 min The Dragon Chronicle - New York Are we judging our political leaders by what they stand for or what they believe? We’re quick to pride ourselves on America’s commitment to freedom and religious tolerance, but apparently that commitment has its limits when a Muslim American steps into …
- Anti-Islam film director speaks to Republican club 12 November 2026 17 h 53 min Mountain-News - California Lake Arrowhead Communities Republican Women watched an anti-Muslim film and heard from its director at their Oct. 27 meeting. Pastor Bruce Dowell from Shiloh Messianic Congregation gave the evening’s invocation. “Before we pray, I just want to remind you …
- Society of Pilar hosts interreligious dialogue on creation, stewardship and human responsibility 12 November 2026 17 h 47 min Daijiworld News Media Release Pilar, Nov 12: Solidarity Forum of The Society of Pilar in collaboration with Sadbhav and the Conference of Religious India (CRI), Goa and Daman organised Samvaad – A Dialogue of Theological Exchange on November 11 at Br Albert Hall, Pilar …
- Sambhaji Brigade’s Paigambar Shaikh mocks the Vamana avatar on social media 12 November 2026 17 h 42 min Sanatan Prabhat Image circulated showing King Bali standing with his foot on the head of the young Brahmin in dwarf Vamana avatar Paigambar Shaikh (on the right) and his parody of the Vamana avatar (on the left) (The purpose of publishing these images is not to hurt …
- Govanithashraya Trust to celebrate silver jubilee on Nov 15, 16 12 November 2026 17 h 39 min Daijiworld News Pics: Nayana JC Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (NJC) Mangaluru, Nov 12: The Govanithashraya Trust (R), a service initiative of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad at Beejaguri in Pajir, Ullal taluk, will celebrate its silver jubilee on November 15 and 16 with …
- There Was Humanity Before Religion: A Reflection on Love, Inter-faith Marriage and Selective Religious Outrage 12 November 2026 17 h 10 min Kogi Reports By Idris Rufai The growing controversy surrounding interfaith relationships raises an important question about our understanding of love, humanity, religious tolerance and the true essence of faith. Apparently, celebrating a marriage that crosses religious …
- Kareena Kapoor gets backing from Hindu body amid Quranic verse pendant row 12 November 2026 17 h 09 min Mid Day Mumbai Kareena Kapoor Khan, who sparked a controversy with her Diwali outfit, had now found support from a Hindu outfit. The controversy stems from a 200-year-old emerald pendant belonging to Bhopal's royal family that she wore for Diwali. The outfit landed …
- D&P joins churches in expressing ‘deep concern’ over military spending 12 November 2026 17 h 00 min The Catholic Register Development and Peace-Caritas Canada is among 29 Canadian denominations and church groups that signed a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney expressing “deep concern” over his government’s national security focus on militarization and military spending. …
- Prayer never hurts 12 November 2026 16 h 52 min Korea JoungAng Daily ONE CUT from JoongAng Ilbo With a week until the 2027 college entrance exam, families gather at Seoul religious sites to pray for students. Worshippers pray for success in the upcoming College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) at Jogye Temple in Jongno …
- The Muslim Brotherhood’s long game: Influence, infiltration, and Islamist politics 12 November 2026 16 h 29 min The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) The Muslim Brotherhood’s growing influence in Western politics and institutions is raising concerns about free speech, religious extremism, and national security. Bill Roggio is joined by Edmund Fitton-Brown, a former British ambassador to Yemen and senior …
- Nigerian presidential candidate pledges to protect Christians, Muslims and others from violence 12 November 2026 16 h 07 min Premier Christianity News A Nigerian presidential candidate has pledged to protect Christians and other religious communities from persecution if elected in 2027, acknowledging that believers in the country's north and central regions face violence. Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim …
- Keeping Up with the Country’s Changing Map 12 November 2026 15 h 25 min The Lutheran Witness When we read the book of Acts, we see how the powerful Gospel spread and how, by it, the Lord of the church was building His church just as He promised He would do. Churches sprang up in all kinds of areas in the first century. Early Christians planted …
- VHP renews demand for justice in Swami Laxmanananda murder case 12 November 2026 15 h 16 min Orissa Post Bhubaneswar: Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) central organising general secretary Milind Parande has demanded that the missing Justice A.S. Naidu Commission report on the 2008 murder of Swami Lakshmanananda Saraswati be traced and made public, alleging that …
- Drumbeats of a changing Bengal 12 November 2026 14 h 39 min Frontline - The Hindu A defining feature of West Bengal society has been its laissez-faire attitude to culture, tradition, food and attire, language, religion, and festivals. Nobody really bothered about what her neighbour ate or wore or worshipped. The Durga Puja was as much …
- New Jersey Islamophobia Bill Raises First Amendment Concerns: What Happens to Christians Who Teach the Bible? 12 November 2026 14 h 05 min [your]NEWS By Lucretia Hughes TRENTON, N.J. — A proposed New Jersey law establishing a statewide definition of Islamophobia is drawing criticism over concerns that religious disagreements, including Christian teachings about salvation and biblical doctrine, could be …
- Is progressive politics becoming more welcoming of faith? 12 November 2026 13 h 53 min Deseret News - Utah Some declare “the religious left is back” with this recent election, but progressive believers have been around for a long time. Progressive and conservative believers are often surprised to discover areas of agreement. Religious progressives are …
- There Was Humanity Before Religion: A Reflection On Love, Interfaith Marriage and Selective Religious Outrage -By Idris Rufai 12 November 2026 13 h 50 min Opinion Nigeria The growing controversy surrounding interfaith relationships raises an important question about our understanding of love, humanity, religious tolerance and the true essence of faith. Apparently, celebrating a marriage that crosses religious boundaries has …
- VHP Calls Sonia Gandhi's Memoir 'Anti-Hindu', Demands Public Apology From Congress Leader 12 November 2026 13 h 39 min Free Press Journal VHP Calls Sonia Gandhi's Memoir 'Anti-Hindu', Demands Public Apology From Congress Leader | X Mumbai: Sonia Gandhi’s memoir is an attempt to appease Muslim voters ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections and a ploy to strengthen the …
- Hindu groups support Kareena after legal notice over 200-year-old pendant 12 November 2026 13 h 35 min Telengana Today A Hindu outfit has backed Kareena Kapoor Khan after Madhya Pradesh Congress spokesperson Abbas Hafeez sent her a legal notice over social media photographs showing her wearing a 200-year-old emerald pendant bearing a Quranic verse Published Date - 12 …
- CAIR Lies. Islam Definitely Insists Its Religion Should Control Politics 12 November 2026 12 h 54 min The Federalist A local school board meeting in Jacksonville, Florida, morphed into a raucous discussion of free speech and Islam Wednesday, as more than 100 people signed up to comment, primarily on the reported posts of a board member who questioned the religious nature …
- Labyrinth in North Augusta connects the community with prayer and meditation 12 November 2026 12 h 08 min The Post & Courier - South Carolina NORTH AUGUSTA — Gathering for prayer as a community and connection is how a local religious group is hoping to help people connect with God. . The Order of Saint Helena recently held a ceremony to bless its newly constructed labyrinth on Oct. 24. The Order …
- Religious lessons are a waste of valuable class time 12 November 2026 12 h 05 min The Sydney Morning Herald Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Gift icon Gift Gift icon 0 / 3 No gift articles left You've used all of your gift articles. 3 more will become available on the 1st of every …
- FG urged to engage Oyedepo, Ibiyeomie, Enenche, Komaiya on development 12 November 2026 12 h 04 min Vanguard The Federal Government has been urged to engage prominent Nigerian Christian leaders, including Bishop David Oyedepo, Pastor David Ibiyeomie, Dr Paul Enenche and Pastor Korede Komaiya, to explore how their religious institutions could contribute to …
- Kenya faces HIV, TB and malaria funding shortfall 12 November 2026 12 h 02 min The Standard The World Council of Churches (WCC) and the All-Africa Conference of Churches (AACC) members during the Second Think Tank on Sustainable Financing and Global Fund Advocacy. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] Kenya is facing the prospect of reduced international …
- Surreptitious Surrender 12 November 2026 11 h 36 min American Thinker From Wikimedia Commons: Rome: View of St Peter’s and the Vatican Seen from Prati Di Castello (Caspar van Wittel, 1650–1700) The ancient heartlands of Christianity—Anatolia, the Levant, Egypt, and the Maghreb—have been emptied of their Christian populations …
- 25 churches, 3 tents, 1,251 souls 12 November 2026 11 h 09 min The Christian Chronicle JASPER, ALA. — “You can’t do a tent meeting, not today.” That kind of evangelism is too costly, too difficult to work, a preacher friend told Brandon Glover. Yet an average of 1,130 gathered under three tents for five nights in a mall parking lot in this …
- Çiğdem Doğu: Young people no longer accept the life imposed by capitalism 12 November 2026 10 h 49 min ANF News - Firat News Agency Kurdistan Women's Communities (KJK) Executive Council member Çiğdem Doğu appeared on a special program broadcast by Medya Haber television, where she discussed the Peace and Democratic Society Process initiated by Leader Apo (Abdullah Öcalan) and …
- Europe’s Muslim integration paradox 12 November 2026 10 h 18 min Geopolitical Intelligence Services Muslim migrants in Europe are structurally integrating, but progress does not automatically lead to cultural convergence. GIS Radio Listen to our AI-powered podcast for comprehensive insights. Structural integration improves with time, but women lag behind …
- How President Macron is ruining France 12 November 2026 10 h 07 min News.Az Editor’s note: Moses Becker is a special political commentator for News.Az. He holds a PhD in political science and specialises in inter-ethnic and inter-religious relations. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not …
- Baku condemns naming of Blue Mosque hall after Yeghishe Charents 12 November 2026 9 h 44 min PanARMENIAN.Net Azerbaijan’s State Committee for Work with Religious Organizations has condemned the decision to name a hall at Yerevan’s Blue Mosque after Armenian poet Yeghishe Charents, describing it as “reprehensible and provocative.” Baku, which has destroyed …
- Religious conviction, national unity need not clash 12 November 2026 9 h 34 min Trinidad Express THERE are few places in the world where a mosque, a mandir, and a church can stand a stone’s throw from each other and where the people who worship there still greet each other as neighbours. Trinidad and Tobago is one of those places. Take Tacarigua where …