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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, Ranked

Santa Claus has evolved from a Christian saint to a secular pop culture icon, encompassing a wide range of interpretations and meanings.
#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 Countries Are Home to the Most Atheists

Atheism's growth is significant in Western-influenced countries, serving as a challenge to traditional religious beliefs.

Why is Macron under fire for Hanukkah candle ceremony in French presidential palace?

French President Macron faces controversy over attending Hanukkah candle lighting ceremony
Critics accuse Macron of breaking strict secularism laws

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 Countries Are Home to the Most Atheists

Atheism's growth is significant in Western-influenced countries, serving as a challenge to traditional religious beliefs.

Why is Macron under fire for Hanukkah candle ceremony in French presidential palace?

French President Macron faces controversy over attending Hanukkah candle lighting ceremony
Critics accuse Macron of breaking strict secularism laws
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#india

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 polls

Protests 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 polls

Protests erupted in India over controversial citizenship law.
Critics claim the law creates two tiers of citizenship based on religion.
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#france

French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla says she's barred from the Olympic opening ceremony due to her hijab

French sprinter barred from Olympics opening ceremony due to hijab, French Olympic Committee working on a solution.

Headscarf dispute in French high school renews debate on secularism

The assault on a teacher over a headscarf incident highlights ongoing tensions in France regarding secularism and religious symbols in schools.

Basket Pour Toutes: Fighting against France's sports and Olympics hijab ban

France'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 Incident

Principal stepped down after death threats
France debates secularism and treatment of Muslim minority

French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla says she's barred from the Olympic opening ceremony due to her hijab

French sprinter barred from Olympics opening ceremony due to hijab, French Olympic Committee working on a solution.

Headscarf dispute in French high school renews debate on secularism

The assault on a teacher over a headscarf incident highlights ongoing tensions in France regarding secularism and religious symbols in schools.

Basket Pour Toutes: Fighting against France's sports and Olympics hijab ban

France'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 Incident

Principal stepped down after death threats
France debates secularism and treatment of Muslim minority
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Does ecumenicalism threaten the sovereignty of Turkiye?

The use of 'ecumenical' by Zelenskyy is purely spiritual and does not threaten Turkey's secularism.
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French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla says she's barred from the Olympic opening ceremony due to her hijab

French 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 Diallo

The 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 resolved

Sprinter 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 resolved

French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla allowed to wear cap over hijab at Paris Olympics opening ceremony.

French sprinter can swap hijab for cap during Olympic opening ceremony

Sounkamba 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 hijab

French 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 Diallo

The 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 resolved

Sprinter 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 resolved

French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla allowed to wear cap over hijab at Paris Olympics opening ceremony.

French sprinter can swap hijab for cap during Olympic opening ceremony

Sounkamba Sylla will be allowed to wear a cap to cover her hair during the opening ceremony at the Paris Olympics.
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Controversy surrounds French ban on hijab as 2024 Paris Olympics get underway

French 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 ban

An Olympic sprinter faces a dilemma with her headscarf due to France's secular laws, leading to a compromise for the opening ceremony.
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From schools to the Olympics, how France's staunch secularism affects religion in public life

French 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.

Michaela school will keep its prayer ban but as a Muslim teacher I know it doesn't have to be this way | Nadeine Asbali

The 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.

From schools to the Olympics, how France's staunch secularism affects religion in public life

French 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.

Michaela school will keep its prayer ban but as a Muslim teacher I know it doesn't have to be this way | Nadeine Asbali

The 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.
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France is proud of its secularism. But struggles grow in this approach to faith, school, integration

France's approach to secularism is stirring controversy by banning visible signs of faith in public spaces, impacting the integration of its Muslim population.

What has 20 years of banning headscarves done for France? | Rokhaya Diallo

White 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 discrimination

French 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.

Macron denies disrespecting secularism after Hanukkah ritual at Elysee Palace

French President Macron faced criticism for allowing a Jewish ritual at the Elysee Palace, going against France's secular traditions.
Opposition parties and Jewish representatives expressed their disapproval of the religious ceremony in the presidential palace.
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