Concerns for Pakistani Christians
Religious-freedom activists feel heightening concerns for Pakistan’s Christian minority.
Calming the Storm
After a contentious national vote on same-sex marriage, a new commission will explore how Australian law protects freedom of religion.
U.K. May Relax on Church Schools
The Conservative Party backs off a pledge to dictate enrollment quotas to church-run schools.
Bp. Curry on Transgender Case
The Episcopal Church welcomes “young and old, liberal and conservative … cisgender and transgender children of God.”
U.N. Spurns Freedom Watchdog
Christian Solidarity Worldwide rejected for United Nations observer status.
Prince Praises Tolerance
Prince Charles: “Many populist groups … are increasingly aggressive to those who adhere to a minority faith.”
Asia Bibi’s Allies: Step it Up
Campaigners have urged the Anglican Consultative Council to step up efforts for a Pakistani Christian’s release.
Tensions in Malaysia
The Bishop of West Malaysia says cultural polarization has reached alarming levels.
Presler on State Violence
Titus Presler believes his beating was mild compared to the experiences of religious minorities in Pakistan.
Global Briefs for Aug. 3
Lonely chaplains in Antarctica, portable dead in the U.K., and besieged Christians in China.