Asia
Shocking demolitions and land grabs in persecution of Iran’s Baháʼís
BIC GENEVA — In a cruel escalation, and just two days after previous attacks on Baháʼís across Iran, up to 200 Iranian government and local agents have sealed off the…
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New York: Forum highlights women’s critical role in climate action
The BIC brought together member state representatives, UN agencies, and civil society to explore how women are uniquely situated to lead responses to the climate crisis.
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New religious movements based on Islamic ideas
One of the main Islamic-based NRMs is the Bahá'í Faith, whose founder Bahá'u'lláh affirms the spiritual and social equality of women. Moreover, the institutions of the Baha'i community have a…
America
Bahá’í World Publication: New article highlights efforts for racial justice in US | BWNS
The latest article published on The Bahá’í World website examines the American Bahá’í community’s efforts to counter racism.
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DRC: Superstructure of temple nears completion
Work on the Bahá’í temple for the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached a new stage as the steel superstructure for the 26-meter-high dome nears completion.
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“This homeland shelters all”: Bahá’ís mark 100 year history in Tunisia
On the centenary of the Tunisian Bahá’í community’s establishment, some 50 social actors explored coexistence and the issue of violence in contemporary society.
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True religion can transform hearts and overcome distrust, Bahai’s say
Over the coming days, Counsellors from all parts of the world will be consulting on the development of the worldwide Bahá’í community, preparing for the years ahead.
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Bahá’í Media Bank: Photo of opening pages of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Will and Testament published
An image of the opening pages of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Will and Testament has been published for the first time, coinciding with the period of the centenary of His passing.
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Short documentary on centenary commemoration in the Holy Land of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing
The documentary provides highlights from the spiritually charged centenary gathering recently held at the Bahá’í World Centre.
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Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: National commemorations honor herald of peace
National Bahá’í communities around the world have been bringing together diverse social actors to explore some of the universal principles embodied by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.