New York Legislators Seek to Make Vandalism Outside House of Worship a Felony
New York state legislators plan to make vandalism outside of a house of worship a felony punishable by at least one year in jail. The…
2010
Pakistan Dawn Article Says Pakistan Clerics Claim Terrorism Against Ahmadis a “Conspiracy”
Another disgraceful attempt to justify denying religious freedom… Pakistan: ‘Attack on Ahmedis conspiracy to repeal laws against them’ — Pakistan clerics and religious leaders view…
Florida: Malabar church victim of vandalism
There have been reports of repeated vandalism attacks on a Florida church, including bullet holes in the church’s sign. The vandals are determined to disrupt…
Maryland: Racially-Charged Vandalism of Baptist Church
The Cokesbury First Baptist Church, Perryville, in Cecil County, Maryland has been vandalized with racially charged graffiti. The church is predominantly attended by black Americans. …
Indonesia: Forum aims to end violence against women
Indonesia: Forum aims to end violence against women – Catholic nuns lead program — UCAN: “Hundreds of cases of violence against women and children have…
Iraq: The killing of a Christian businessman in Kirkuk rekindles fear among Christians
Iraq: The killing of a Christian businessman in Kirkuk rekindles fear among Christians — Asia News reports that: “Hani Salim Wadi owned a mobile phone…
Communist China Defends Internet Censorship
Communist China’s Information Office of the State Council continues to defend censorship of the Internet, justifying it as “protection,” where the “Chinese government plays the…
Sudan: 600 Die in May
Media reports indicate that 600 died in Darfur, Sudan in May 2010, and also reported that humanitarian operations were being hampered by “bandits and kidnapping.”…
Pakistan: Hindu trader shot dead in Quetta
The Pakistan Daily Times reports on the murder of a Hindu businessman in Pakistan, stating: “A renowned rice trader was gunned down on Tuesday, as…
June 8 Media Reports Associated with Gaza Ships
June 8 Media Reports Associated with Gaza Ships Hamas prevents flotilla aid from entering Gaza ‘Iranian ships won’t reach Gaza’ Israel Gov’t disturbed by Reuters’…