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Farzam Arbab, 1941–2020

The Universal House of Justice has sent a message to all National Spiritual Assemblies on the passing of former House of Justice member Farzam Arbab.

Violette Haake, 1928–2020

The Universal House of Justice has sent a message to all National Spiritual Assemblies on the passing of former International Teaching Centre member Violette Haake.

BIC marks 75 years of UN, envisages path to just global order

The statement notes the endurance of the global body through turbulent periods and explores elements necessary for a movement toward enduring, universal peace.

Latest “Bahá’í World” essays delve into economic justice, racial unity, community building

BAHÁ’Í WORLD CENTRE — Earlier today, The Bahá’í World website published three new articles on themes highly relevant to the well-being and progress of humanity. The essay “Community and Collective Action” describes the hopeful efforts...

China rejects human rights plea during ‘intense’ EU trade talks

“Europe needs to be a player, not a playing field," he said.Xi rejected criticism by Michel, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Angela Merkel of his country's human rights record,...

“Beyond Critique to Constructive Engagement”: Thousands gather in virtual ABS conference

Over 3,000 people gather to explore perspectives across diverse fields in light of the Bahá’í teachings.

CESNUR and FOB release “The New Gnomes of Zurich”

Massimo Introvigne and Alessandro Amicarelli, releases publication on JW case.

Healthcare professionals see distinctive role for community during pandemic

JOUBERTON, South Africa — Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals have been working tirelessly to keep people around the globe safe from the coronavirus. The Baha’i World News Service spoke with some Baha’is engaged...

Revealing new book on Scientology by investigator Gabriel Carrion, in 3 languages

Reporter Gabriel Carrion launched his book on Scientology and controversies surrounding it with a Church’s spokesperson answering over 50 questions about it. MADRID/BRUSSELS, SPAIN/BELGIUM, August 24, 2020 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Journalist Gabriel Carrion has launched his second book on Scientology and the controversies surrounding it with the Church’s European spokesperson answering over 50 of the most asked questions about this religion.

The Irish Hindu Community celebrates its Grand Opening

There are, estimated, 25,000 Hindus who live in Ireland, according to the director of the Vedic Hindu Cultural Centre The Irish Times has reported today that Ireland’s first official Hindu Temple has formally opened its...

Building bridges: Parent University on racial equality in the US

SAVANNAH, United States — Parent University, a Baha’i-inspired organization in the United States, is drawing on its decades-long experience of promoting racial equality in Savannah, Georgia, to foster greater societal unity at a time...

Israel and UAE announce deal normalising relations

Israel and the United Arab Emirates announce the normalization of relations, marking Israel’s first diplomatic ties with a Gulf Arab nation.

German church leads crowd funding to buy vessel to aid stranded Mediterranean migrants

Germany's main Protestant church led a crowdfunding effort that purchased the rescue ship Sea-Watch 4 that is ready for work in the Mediterranean Sea to help migrants trying to reach Europe from North Africa.

Human Rights Without Frontiers condemns the death penalty of Yahaya Sharif-Aminu on blasphemy charges

Human Rights Without Frontiers condemns the death penalty of Yahaya Sharif-Aminu on blasphemy charges

Fostering self-sufficiency: FUNDAEC encourages local food production

As the ramifications of the global health crisis intensify, FUNDAEC is spearheading the development of local food production initiatives with a view to the future.

FoRB Publications launches new book of Rosita Šorytė, on NRMs and the Pandemic

New religious movements are rarely given credit for their humanitarian work. A case in point is the Church of Scientology during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. Opponents used the epidemic as an opportunity to accuse Scientology of spreading conspiracy theories and not respecting anti-virus precautions.

Turkmen Court Sentences Brothers Eldor and Sanjarbek Saburov to Two Years in Prison

On August 6, 2020, a Turkmen court sentenced Brothers Eldor and Sanjarbek Saburov to two years in prison for their conscientious objection to military service. The siblings are 21 and 25 years old, respectively. The court refused the brothers’ request to appeal. This is the second time both were convicted for their neutrality.

Iraqi Religious Authorities Adopt Interfaith Statement on Victims of ISIL

Iraqi Religious Authorities Adopt Interfaith Statement on Victims of ISIL

Iraq: ISIL’s acts of terror ‘divorced from the values of all faiths’

Iraq: ISIL’s acts of terror ‘divorced from the values of all faiths’

“Making cities belong to those who work to build them”: Baha’i Chair in India looks at urbanization

Baha’i Chair in India invites economists and academics to examine how new conceptions of human nature can enhance long-term approaches to urban development.

USCIRF Expresses Outrage at the Killing of U.S. Citizen Over Blasphemy Charges in Pakistan

USCIRF Expresses Outrage at the Killing of U.S. Citizen Over Blasphemy Charges in Pakistan

Yemen: Statement by the Spokesperson on the release of members of the Baha’i community

Yemen: Statement by the Spokesperson on the release of members of the Baha’i community

Six Baha’is imprisoned by the Houthis freed in Yemen

BIC calls for the lifting of all charges and safeguarding of the rights of all Baha’is in Yemen.

New report on the Persecution of Ahmadi Muslims

New report on the Persecution of Ahmadi Muslims

Agricultural policies key to addressing drivers of migration, says BIC Brussels

The BIC Brussels Office hosts online discussion, exploring links between European agricultural policies and the adverse drivers of migration from and within Africa.
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