Turkish Atheism Association Shuts Down Due To Pressure

After four years, Atheism Association in Turkey will shut down membership becomes too risky due outside pressure.

Paramilitary Sect Leader Sentenced for Child Abuse

A paramilitary religious sect leader, Deborah Green, has been sentenced to 72 years for child abuse in New Mexico.

Catholic Minister Fired For His Actions on Facebook

An outreach minister for the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland was fired because he "liked" and posted things related to same-sex marriage on Facebook.

India Criminalizes Instant ‘Triple Talaq’

India’s government has criminalized a centuries-old practice of Triple Talaq making it a criminal offense.

Top German Bishop Apologizes for Sex Abuse Cases

After the report on sex abuse in the German Catholic Church was released, Cardinal Reinhard Marx has apologized saying that ‘sexual abuse is a crime.’

Spain Urged to Repeal Blasphemy Laws

Group of humanist writers and performers wrote a letter urging the prime minister of Spain, Pedro Sánchez, to repeal the blasphemy laws.

Former Pastor Gets 13 Years For Molesting Girls

Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Warren Granville sentenced former pastor to 13 years in prison for molesting underage girls.

Dutch Catholic Church Accused of Sex Abuse Cases

Twenty out of 39 Dutch cardinals, bishops and their auxiliaries were involved in covering up sexual assault of children during the past 65 years.

Creationist Reviews Arizona’s Evolution Teaching Standards

A Young Earth Creationist who heard “the clear call of God” is a part of a team that reviews Arizona’s science standards for teaching evolution.

Global “Convinced Atheism” Increased 80% in 12 Years

The atheist community has been seeing an unprecedented rise in its international notoriety and respect by the wider public.

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