France: A crisis of faith in secularism, 10 years after the Charlie Hebdo' attackThe 2015 Charlie Hebdo attacks marked a significant shift in France's socio-political landscape, particularly concerning secularism and its defenders.
PODCAST: Why driving in France has got complicated and the 12 moans that explain the FrenchFrance reflects on the legacy of the Charlie Hebdo attack, emphasizing the importance of freedom of expression and the critique of religion.
France: A crisis of faith in secularism, 10 years after the Charlie Hebdo' attackThe 2015 Charlie Hebdo attacks marked a significant shift in France's socio-political landscape, particularly concerning secularism and its defenders.
PODCAST: Why driving in France has got complicated and the 12 moans that explain the FrenchFrance reflects on the legacy of the Charlie Hebdo attack, emphasizing the importance of freedom of expression and the critique of religion.
Opinion | Is the World Ready for a Religious Comeback?The new atheism's rise was fueled by contextual events rather than new arguments, creating an opportunity for unconventional beliefs to gain traction.
These U.S. Presidents Love Their FaithThe religious landscape in the U.S. is changing, with fewer identifying as Christian and more identifying as non-religious.
These Countries Are Home to the Most AtheistsAtheism's growth is significant in Western-influenced countries, serving as a challenge to traditional religious beliefs.
A.C. Grayling: We don't need to bring back religion, we need to bring back educationThe New Atheism movement led to a significant secular push in society at the millennium's start.Current discussions reflect a potential resurgence of religious belief, challenging views of secular humanism.
3 clues that Stoicism is a religion in disguiseThe decline of traditional religions raises questions about finding new sources of meaning in a secular world.
Opinion | Is the World Ready for a Religious Comeback?The new atheism's rise was fueled by contextual events rather than new arguments, creating an opportunity for unconventional beliefs to gain traction.
These U.S. Presidents Love Their FaithThe religious landscape in the U.S. is changing, with fewer identifying as Christian and more identifying as non-religious.
These Countries Are Home to the Most AtheistsAtheism's growth is significant in Western-influenced countries, serving as a challenge to traditional religious beliefs.
A.C. Grayling: We don't need to bring back religion, we need to bring back educationThe New Atheism movement led to a significant secular push in society at the millennium's start.Current discussions reflect a potential resurgence of religious belief, challenging views of secular humanism.
3 clues that Stoicism is a religion in disguiseThe decline of traditional religions raises questions about finding new sources of meaning in a secular world.
How Donald Trump is making religion great againAmerican culture is at a crossroads, evidenced by the Tech Bros supporting Trump in contrast to past alliances with Biden amidst censorship tensions.
Quebec's Ban on Religious Symbols Will Be Tested at the Supreme CourtBill 21, which bans religious symbols for public servants, is challenged in Canada’s Supreme Court, emphasizing tensions between secularism and religious rights.
France is proud of its secularism. But struggles grow in this approach to faith, school, integrationFrance's approach to secularism is stirring controversy by banning visible signs of faith in public spaces, impacting the integration of its Muslim population.
Michaela school will keep its prayer ban but as a Muslim teacher I know it doesn't have to be this way | Nadeine AsbaliThe debate over secularism and religious freedoms in UK schools is highlighted by the rejection of a Muslim student's challenge to a ban on prayer rituals at a London school.
Quebec's Ban on Religious Symbols Will Be Tested at the Supreme CourtBill 21, which bans religious symbols for public servants, is challenged in Canada’s Supreme Court, emphasizing tensions between secularism and religious rights.
France is proud of its secularism. But struggles grow in this approach to faith, school, integrationFrance's approach to secularism is stirring controversy by banning visible signs of faith in public spaces, impacting the integration of its Muslim population.
Michaela school will keep its prayer ban but as a Muslim teacher I know it doesn't have to be this way | Nadeine AsbaliThe debate over secularism and religious freedoms in UK schools is highlighted by the rejection of a Muslim student's challenge to a ban on prayer rituals at a London school.
Headscarf dispute in French high school renews debate on secularismThe assault on a teacher over a headscarf incident highlights ongoing tensions in France regarding secularism and religious symbols in schools.
We must stand up to hijab bans in all sports in FranceDiscrimination against Muslim women in sports, particularly due to hijab restrictions, poses significant barriers to participation and health.
Headscarf dispute in French high school renews debate on secularismThe assault on a teacher over a headscarf incident highlights ongoing tensions in France regarding secularism and religious symbols in schools.
We must stand up to hijab bans in all sports in FranceDiscrimination against Muslim women in sports, particularly due to hijab restrictions, poses significant barriers to participation and health.
French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla says she's barred from the Olympic opening ceremony due to her hijabFrench sprinter barred from Olympics opening ceremony due to hijab, French Olympic Committee working on a solution.
PODCAST: What next as France enters the unknown after government collapseFrance is experiencing political turmoil following the downfall of Michel Barnier's government, leading to discussions about its implications.
Basket Pour Toutes: Fighting against France's sports and Olympics hijab banFrance's secularism rule creates barriers for female Muslim basketball players, forcing them to choose between faith and the game.
Outcry in France as Principal Steps Down Over Head Scarf IncidentPrincipal stepped down after death threatsFrance debates secularism and treatment of Muslim minority
French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla says she's barred from the Olympic opening ceremony due to her hijabFrench sprinter barred from Olympics opening ceremony due to hijab, French Olympic Committee working on a solution.
PODCAST: What next as France enters the unknown after government collapseFrance is experiencing political turmoil following the downfall of Michel Barnier's government, leading to discussions about its implications.
Basket Pour Toutes: Fighting against France's sports and Olympics hijab banFrance's secularism rule creates barriers for female Muslim basketball players, forcing them to choose between faith and the game.
Outcry in France as Principal Steps Down Over Head Scarf IncidentPrincipal stepped down after death threatsFrance debates secularism and treatment of Muslim minority
Everyday Philosophy: Can you have a "calling" without a caller?The concept of 'calling' can be understood beyond spirituality and may still have relevance in secular life.
Santas, RankedSanta Claus has evolved from a Christian saint to a secular pop culture icon, encompassing a wide range of interpretations and meanings.
Can India's version of The Onion beat hate with laughter?A student in Kerala uses social media to satirize political events and criticize the undermining of India's secular constitution.
Dark day': India on edge over religion-based citizenship law before pollsProtests erupted in India over controversial citizenship law.Critics claim the law creates two tiers of citizenship based on religion.
Can India's version of The Onion beat hate with laughter?A student in Kerala uses social media to satirize political events and criticize the undermining of India's secular constitution.
Dark day': India on edge over religion-based citizenship law before pollsProtests erupted in India over controversial citizenship law.Critics claim the law creates two tiers of citizenship based on religion.
Does ecumenicalism threaten the sovereignty of Turkiye?The use of 'ecumenical' by Zelenskyy is purely spiritual and does not threaten Turkey's secularism.
French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla says she's barred from the Olympic opening ceremony due to her hijabFrench sprinter Sounkamba Sylla faced being barred from Paris Olympics' opening ceremony due to wearing a hijab, sparking a debate on secularism and religious expression.
The Paris Olympics may look fair and inclusive on TV. The truth is much darker | Rokhaya DialloThe Paris Olympics opening ceremony projected an image of inclusivity, contrasting with discriminatory policies like the ban on Muslim athletes wearing hijabs.
French sprinter will wear a cap during Olympic opening ceremony after hijab dispute is resolvedSprinter Sounkamba Sylla will be allowed to wear a cap during the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics after initially being barred for her hijab.
French sprinter will wear a cap during Olympic opening ceremony after hijab dispute is resolvedFrench sprinter Sounkamba Sylla allowed to wear cap over hijab at Paris Olympics opening ceremony.
French sprinter can swap hijab for cap during Olympic opening ceremonySounkamba Sylla will be allowed to wear a cap to cover her hair during the opening ceremony at the Paris Olympics.
French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla says she's barred from the Olympic opening ceremony due to her hijabFrench sprinter Sounkamba Sylla faced being barred from Paris Olympics' opening ceremony due to wearing a hijab, sparking a debate on secularism and religious expression.
The Paris Olympics may look fair and inclusive on TV. The truth is much darker | Rokhaya DialloThe Paris Olympics opening ceremony projected an image of inclusivity, contrasting with discriminatory policies like the ban on Muslim athletes wearing hijabs.
French sprinter will wear a cap during Olympic opening ceremony after hijab dispute is resolvedSprinter Sounkamba Sylla will be allowed to wear a cap during the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics after initially being barred for her hijab.
French sprinter will wear a cap during Olympic opening ceremony after hijab dispute is resolvedFrench sprinter Sounkamba Sylla allowed to wear cap over hijab at Paris Olympics opening ceremony.
French sprinter can swap hijab for cap during Olympic opening ceremonySounkamba Sylla will be allowed to wear a cap to cover her hair during the opening ceremony at the Paris Olympics.
from ABC7 San Francisco6 months agoControversy surrounds French ban on hijab as 2024 Paris Olympics get underwayFrench Olympic sprinter faced restriction wearing hijab at the opening ceremony due to country's rules on secularism.
French athlete may swap hijab for a cap to avoid Olympic opening ceremony banAn Olympic sprinter faces a dilemma with her headscarf due to France's secular laws, leading to a compromise for the opening ceremony.
From schools to the Olympics, how France's staunch secularism affects religion in public lifeFrench principle of secularism, laicite, restricts religious symbols in public spaces like schools, hospitals, and sports fields, but allows for personal expression by visitors and spectators.
What has 20 years of banning headscarves done for France? | Rokhaya DialloWhite feminism's approach to Muslim women's rights can be paternalistic and exclusionary. Listening to women's voices is crucial for true empowerment.
French soccer federation limits support for players' Ramadan observance. Critics see discriminationFrench soccer federation doesn't accommodate Ramadan observances, citing religious neutrality.Critics argue France's secularism leads to anti-Muslim rules in soccer, hindering freedom of religious practice.