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Muslim footballer banned from playing match in her tracksuit bottoms

The case highlights the need for inclusivity and understanding of religious clothing in women's sports.
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Jewish flight attendant sues Delta after being served ham sandwich, getting denied day off on Yom Kippur

Delta Airlines faces a lawsuit for allegedly serving a Jewish flight attendant a ham sandwich and denying his request for Yom Kippur off.

Evangelical Christian who is 'addicted' to litigation loses 41st case

Mark J Savage's complaint of religious discrimination for refusing to wear a mask during Covid-19 was dismissed.

SoCal district to pay $360K to teacher who was fired after refusing to follow transgender policies

The Riverside County school district settled a lawsuit with a former teacher who was fired for refusing to adhere to policies involving transgender students due to her Christian beliefs.

Jewish flight attendant sues Delta after being served ham sandwich, getting denied day off on Yom Kippur

Delta Airlines faces a lawsuit for allegedly serving a Jewish flight attendant a ham sandwich and denying his request for Yom Kippur off.

Evangelical Christian who is 'addicted' to litigation loses 41st case

Mark J Savage's complaint of religious discrimination for refusing to wear a mask during Covid-19 was dismissed.

SoCal district to pay $360K to teacher who was fired after refusing to follow transgender policies

The Riverside County school district settled a lawsuit with a former teacher who was fired for refusing to adhere to policies involving transgender students due to her Christian beliefs.
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Catholic bishop blesses newly out trans man who serves as a church "hermit" - LGBTQ Nation

A Catholic hermit, Brother Christian Matson, has come out as trans with the blessing of his bishop, John Stowe, challenging traditional Vatican views.

Catholic school can fire gay drama teacher for marrying, court rules

A liberal appellate court ruled in favor of a Catholic high school firing a teacher for marrying another man, highlighting a victory for conservative and religious advocacy groups.

London mosque denies it advised school all prayers could be deferred

The London Central mosque denies advising a school on deferring prayers, contradicting claims in a legal case.
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NYC to pay $17.5M to settle suit over forced removal of hijabs

New York City settled a lawsuit with $17.5 million with two Muslim women for being forced to remove head coverings during arrest.
The lawsuit led to a change in policy allowing arrested individuals to keep head coverings on for mug shots, except when it obscures facial features.

New York to Pay $17.5 Million for Forcing Removal of Hijabs in Mug Shots

New York City agrees to pay $17.5 million to settle lawsuit over forced hijab removal during police arrest photos.
Lawsuit led to NYPD policy change allowing religious head coverings in arrest photos, balancing respect for beliefs with law enforcement needs.

NYC to pay $17.5M to settle suit over forced removal of hijabs

New York City settled a lawsuit with $17.5 million with two Muslim women for being forced to remove head coverings during arrest.
The lawsuit led to a change in policy allowing arrested individuals to keep head coverings on for mug shots, except when it obscures facial features.

New York to Pay $17.5 Million for Forcing Removal of Hijabs in Mug Shots

New York City agrees to pay $17.5 million to settle lawsuit over forced hijab removal during police arrest photos.
Lawsuit led to NYPD policy change allowing religious head coverings in arrest photos, balancing respect for beliefs with law enforcement needs.
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New York Prisoners, Denied a Solar Eclipse Viewing, Sue the State

Inmates in New York prisons are being denied the opportunity to view the solar eclipse due to safety concerns.
Six inmates from Woodbourne Correctional Facility in Sullivan County filed a federal lawsuit, arguing that the denial violates their constitutional right to practice their religion.

New York inmates are suing to watch the solar eclipse after state orders prisons locked down

Inmates in New York are suing the state corrections department for locking down prisons during a solar eclipse, citing violations of their religious rights.
The lawsuit involves six inmates with varying religious backgrounds, including a Baptist, a Muslim, a Seventh-Day Adventist, practitioners of Santeria, and an atheist.

New York Prisoners, Denied a Solar Eclipse Viewing, Sue the State

Inmates in New York prisons are being denied the opportunity to view the solar eclipse due to safety concerns.
Six inmates from Woodbourne Correctional Facility in Sullivan County filed a federal lawsuit, arguing that the denial violates their constitutional right to practice their religion.

New York inmates are suing to watch the solar eclipse after state orders prisons locked down

Inmates in New York are suing the state corrections department for locking down prisons during a solar eclipse, citing violations of their religious rights.
The lawsuit involves six inmates with varying religious backgrounds, including a Baptist, a Muslim, a Seventh-Day Adventist, practitioners of Santeria, and an atheist.
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Anti-Scientology protests lead to arrests and allegations of attacks: 'There's a war going on'

Anti-Scientology protesters challenge Church's practices.
The Church of Scientology faces ongoing public protests and allegations.
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