Bunny is a much celebrated character in American Easter celebrations. On Easter Sunday, children look for hidden special ...

The humble fish, or ichthys (ἰχθύς) in Greek, was a symbol that played a crucial role in the early years of Christian history ...

Jordan King is a Newsweek reporter based in London, U.K. Her current focus is on religion, health, food safety and population. She has covered the persecution of religions in the global south ...

PARIS – On Tuesday, the ban against religious symbols in public schools in France was passed by a vote of 494 to 36. Now the students are not allowed to wear Muslim headscarves, Jewish skullcaps, and ...

The Witchcraft Act was enacted in 1563, three years after Scotland’s parliament declared Protestantism the country’s official religion, according to Historic Environment Scotland, the ...

‘I was accused of witchcraft – here’s how I escaped’ Mardoche Yembi was eight when a pastor said he was possessed by evil spirits – and the abuse that followed almost killed him Save ...

This spot is a spiritual anchor for Maria. My house has numerous reminders of my religion. By my front door there is a rough-hewn statue of St. Francis made from a tree stump. The face is carved ...

OAKLAND, Calif. - An Oakland man has filed a lawsuit against a coffee shop, alleging religious discrimination and violation of his civil rights. In the lawsuit, Jonathan Hirsh claims he and his 5 ...

Quebec may expand its ban on religious symbols to include certain school support staff, such as daycare supervisors and other aides, according to a report. "We're thinking about it," said Education ...