Two Christians accused of blasphemy arrested in Pakistan after mob burnt churches
The accusations against the two Christians relates to pages of the Koran found with some derogatory remarks written in red, police said.
Fri Aug 18 2023
Troops guard Pakistani Christians after mob torches churches
The troops have cordoned off the Christian colony, blocking all entry and exit points with barbed wire, according to reports.
Thu Aug 17 2023
Pakistan crowd vandalises churches, torches homes after blasphemy accusation
Over 100 people were arrested, Punjab's caretaker information minister, Amir Mir, a resident said.
Thu Aug 17 2023
In Muslim-majority Indonesia, Islamic preacher under fire over unorthodox views
Panji Gumilang was named a suspect by police, faces a maximum 10 years in prison if found guilt of blasphemy and hate speech.
Wed Aug 02 2023
Pope, on Iraq visit, decries violence in the name of God as 'greatest blasphemy'
The inter-religious events reinforced the main theme of the pope's risky trip to Iraq - that the country has suffered far too much, and the killing has often been sectarian.
Sun Mar 07 2021
Pakistani film explores social media's role in anger over blasphemy
'Swipe' is about a boy obsessed with a hypothetical smartphone app that allows people to vote on whether someone should be killed.
Wed Dec 09 2020
'Holy warrior' selfies: Pakistan teen feted for killing US blasphemy suspect
Faisal Khan walked into a courtroom on July 29, shot and killed an American accused of blasphemy.
Mon Aug 10 2020
Obama urges end to division in childhood home Indonesia
Indonesia's reputation for pluralism has come under scrutiny since Jakarta Governor Basuki Tjahaja Purnama, an ethnic-Chinese Christian, was sentenced in May to two years in prison for blasphemy.
Sun Jul 02 2017
Jakarta governor Ahok found guilty of blasphemy
Jakarta's first non-Muslim governor and Chinese-ethnic minority, Basuki Tjahaja Purnama also known as Ahok, arrives at court for his verdict
Tue May 09 2017
Indonesia courts jails Jakarta's Ahok for blasphemy
An Indonesian court has found Jakarta's Christian governor Basuki "Ahok" Tjahaja Purnama guilty of blasphemy against Islam and sentenced him to two years in jail, a judge said on Tuesday.
Tue May 09 2017
Ceritalah ASEAN - The Jakarta elections: not all about religion?
Ahok is facing a tortuous blasphemy trial (which many see as unfair) for allegedly making disparaging remarks about the Quran, writes Karim Raslan.
Thu Apr 20 2017
Indonesia prosecutors call for one-year jail term for Jakarta governor
Indonesian prosecutors called on Thursday for Jakarta's Christian governor, Basuki Tjahaja Purnama, to be jailed for one-year on blasphemy charges.
Thu Apr 20 2017
Jakarta's Christian governor, Muslim rival in tight election race - poll
The election campaign has been marred by religious and ethnic tension over the blasphemy trial of the incumbent Purnama, who is accused of insulting Islam.
Wed Apr 12 2017
Indonesia delays blasphemy trial of Jakarta's Christian governor
An Indonesian court on Tuesday adjourned the blasphemy trial of Jakarta's Christian governor until after the city's April 19 election.
Tue Apr 11 2017
Ceritalah ASEAN - What drives the anti-Ahok crowds?
Many have claimed that Ahok insulted the Quran during a campaign stop. Indeed he is currently on trial for blasphemy even as he continues the hustings.
Thu Feb 09 2017
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024