‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Premiere Draws New Followers To UK Church Of Jediism
The U.K.'s Church of Jediism claims the forthcoming "Star Wars" film has prompted thousands of people to join the organization.
Sikh-Americans Suffer Racist Abuse After San Bernardino: 'He's Too Explosive'
Adherents of a religion that originated in India often become targets of bigotry in the U.S., including acts of violence.
Martin O'Malley Becomes First Presidential Candidate To Visit A Mosque In 2016 Race
The former Maryland governor spoke at a Virginia mosque Friday, telling worshipers “my Muslim neighbors make America strong.”
Mecca Hajj Stampede Death Toll Is 2,411, Three Times Figure Reported By Saudi Government
The Saudi government has not updated its initial figure of 769 casualties since the incident occurred in September.
A Syrian Refugee Family Adjusts To Life In Michigan After The Arduous Journey From Aleppo To Bloomfield Hills
Michigan has accepted 37 Syrian refugee families since April, and the Syrian-American community there has banded together to provide support.
What Does Tashfeen Malik's Attendance At A Pakistani Religious School Tell Us About Her Path To Radicalization?
The San Bernardino shooter attended a branch of al-Huda, a network of religious schools in Pakistan. But experts say that alone is not a red flag.
Vatican Says Catholics Should Not Try To Convert Jews
The Vatican released a sweeping new document Thursday reiterating the relationship between Catholics and Jews.
Muslims Welcome And Protected On Facebook, Says Mark Zuckerberg
Mark Zuckerberg drew upon his experiences as a Jew to explain why it's important to stand up for the rights of Muslims around the world.
American Muslims Celebrated In Viral Twitter Hashtag ‘Muslim American Faces’
The Twitter hashtag #MuslimAmericanFaces was launched Wednesday as part of an effort to combat anti-Muslim rhetoric, which has hit a fever pitch following recent terror attacks.
What Is Zuism? Icelanders Convert To Religion Worshiping Sumerian Gods To Get Tax Rebate
The Zuist religion is based on ancient Sumerian texts, but it also wants Iceland to stop collecting a religious tax.
Muslim Crowdfunding Campaign Raises More Than $83K For San Bernardino Shooting Victims
The campaign is set up on the LaunchGood crowdfunding platform to raise money for funerals and other expenses for victims' families.
Can Radical Islam Be Prevented? San Bernardino Shooting Puts Spotlight On ‘Countering Violent Extremism’ Efforts In US
Could the radicalization of the San Bernardino, California, shooting suspects have been prevented?
#ISawTrump Twitter Hashtag Lampoons Donald Trump's Claims About Muslims
American Muslims and advocates turn to humor to respond to Trump's claims that Muslims in New Jersey celebrated 9/11.
Hanukkah 2015: What Is The Jewish Holiday And How Is It Celebrated?
Hannukah, The Festival of Lights, will be observed by Jews worldwide starting on the evening of Dec. 6.
Muslim Atrocities In Pakistan Cause Activists To Wonder, Where's The Outrage?
Activists say it's important to decry anti-Muslim bias in the West -- but the same standards should apply in Muslim-majority countries.
GOP's Anti-Muslim Sentiment Is A Long Way From The Tone Of George W. Bush In 2001
Criticizing Muslims has proved a successful strategy for Republican presidential candidates, though it marks a sharp contrast from President Bush's comments in 2001.
Pope Francis Declares Christmas 'A Charade' When The 'Whole World Is At War'
In the wake of so much violence and unrest in the world, Francis asked his followers to pray for peace.
UK Movie Theaters Ban Christmas Ad Featuring Lord’s Prayer, Drawing Criticism From The Church Of England
The 56-second spot was created by the Church of England to promote its new #JustPray campaign, but an agency that handles cinema ads says it may offend viewers.
Hollande To Meet With Obama In Hopes Of Pushing Further US Action Against Islamic State Group
The two leaders will meet in Washington on Tuesday, their first meeting since the deadly attacks in Paris on Nov. 13.
Emerging Markets Stocks Expected To Surge, Say Barclays Analysts
The growth will be led largely by China, analysts say.
Housing Market Rebounds, But Its Effect On U.S. Economy Is Not What It Once Was
Home prices and home equity are starting to reach pre-housing bust levels, but consumers are more conservative than they were a decade ago.
Who is Tayyib Rashid? Muslim Marine Whose #MuslimID Tweet To Donald Trump Went Viral Says He Bleeds Red, White And Blue
Sergeant Tayyib Rashid's tweet to Donald Trump on Thursday launched the #MuslimID hashtag, in which American Muslims have been sharing their own ID cards on social media.
Satanic Temple Offers To Protect Muslims Fearing Backlash In Minneapolis And San Jose
The Minneapolis and San Jose, California, chapters of the organization offered to help local Muslims afraid of backlash after the Paris attacks.
French Muslim Parents, Terrified Of Backlash, Urge Their Children To Stay Indoors, Downplay Religious Identity
In France, hostility toward Muslims has some Muslim parents keeping their youngsters indoors and downplaying their religious identities.
Who Is Saba Ahmed? Muslim Republican Wearing American Flag Hijab Spars With Trump Spokesperson On Fox News
Saba Ahmed, who appeared on "The Kelly File" Tuesday, said she wants the GOP to embrace Muslim voters.
Why Do American Muslims Fare Better Than Their French Counterparts?
Muslims in the U.S. are more affluent and better integrated, while many French Muslims think of France as a mother who has pushed them away.
Election 2016: Ohio Gov. John Kasich Proposes Federal Agency Promoting 'Judeo-Christian' Values Around The World
"We must be more forceful in the battle of ideas," said the Ohio governor, who is seeking the Republican Party's 2016 presidential nomination.
French Muslim Students Make Viral Video Condemning Paris Attacks
Muslim students in France have banded together to create a moving viral video that condemns Friday's terrorist attacks in Paris.
Donald Trump On Terrorism: We Must ‘Watch And Study Mosques’
The Republican presidential candidate stressed the need for upping surveillance of the Muslim community during a call to the MSNBC's "Morning Joe" Monday.
Mosque Protests Turn Vicious: After Paris Attacks, Muslims Brace For A Backlash They Always Knew Was Coming
For many Muslims living in Europe and North America, the condemnation-of-terror routine has become a requirement -- but that still doesn't protect them from hateful attacks.
