Where did belief in God decline? And the sad news: The 21st century will still be a century of religion
[ 6 minutes to read] For anyone expecting religion simply to disappear as education, science and technology advance, the first decades…
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More than 100 British and French diplomats say Palestine is being erased. Will their governments act?
[ 8 minutes to read] There is something unusual about diplomats abandoning diplomatic language. More than 100 former senior British and…
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Israel finally admits its troops killed Hind Rajab. Any accountability?
[ 7 minutes to read] For more than two years, the killing of five-year-old Hind Rajab stood as one of the…
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Long live separatism. Say no to world government!
[ 3 minutes to read] Long live separatism. Bavaria should leave Germany. Moravia should leave Czechia. Scotland should leave the United…
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America and Europe need two Richelieus
[ 8 minutes to read] Modern Western politics often behaves like a nervous committee rather than a strategic civilization. The United…
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When the West’s conscience loses: Let them die
[ 5 minutes to read] The U.S. decision to drop plans to deport Guan Heng, a Chinese dissident who exposed rights…
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Death penalty has no place: Freethinkers destroyed it
[ 6 minutes to read] Freethinkers always challenge inherited dogma. They question every ritual, every ancient punishment, and every sacred justification…
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The Illusion of Control: Why the UK’s New Immigration Policy is a Triumph of Political Theatre over Rationalism
[ 5 minutes to read] The debate over immigration in the United Kingdom, as in many Western nations, is fraught with…
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Religious power vs secular policy: Who wins?
[ 4 minutes to read] Throughout history, human societies have swung between religious authority and secular governance. The lines have never…
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How far can nationalism go? And its fake origin
[ 5 minutes to read] Nationalism often begins harmlessly. A song. A flag. A map on a school wall. It speaks…
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9/11 terrorists didn’t envision 4.5 million deaths
[ 4 minutes to read] September 11, 2001. Nearly 3,000 civilians died within hours. The images pierced the world’s mind. Skyscrapers…
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The Bible vs freedom of speech: Double standard
[ 4 minutes to read] Free speech is not what they claim. It is not neutral, it is not honest. It…
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Immigration: Not just a change of address
[ 6 minutes to read] Migration often begins with hope. A better life. More security. Greater opportunity. But beneath these practical…
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Is fugitive Mira safe? Is she running out of money to survive? – #5
[ 2 minutes to read] Mira is a transgender woman who fled from Yemen to Egypt in search of safety. Two…
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Fighting for prison reform
[ 7 minutes to read] Prisons exist to punish, deter, and rehabilitate. This balance shapes justice systems worldwide, yet many prisons…
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Religious privilege in law: A global overview
[ 7 minutes to read] Religious privilege is deeply embedded in laws across the world, shaping policies, limiting freedoms, and distorting…
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LGBTQ+ rights and secular movements
[ 11 minutes to read] LGBTQ+ rights and secular movements have long been connected. Science supports LGBTQ+ identities as natural variations…
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Blasphemy laws and freedom of speech: A global survey
[ 4 minutes to read] Blasphemy laws remain a controversial issue in the modern world, as they sit at the crossroads…
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Humanist responses to the refugee crisis: A rational, evidence-based approach
[ 4 minutes to read] The global refugee crisis is one of the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time. Millions…
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Nominee #17: Cory Doctorow
[ 3 minutes to read] Cory Doctorow: A Champion of Digital Rights and Freethinking in the 21st Century Cory Doctorow’s name…
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Canada’s Secular Surge: What It Means for Freethinkers and the Future of Religion
[ 3 minutes to read] In 1961, less than one percent of Canadians identified as having no religion. Fast forward to…
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Nominee #10: Ayaan Hirsi Ali
[ 2 minutes to read] Ayaan Hirsi Ali, a Somali-born Dutch-American writer, activist, and former politician, has been a towering figure…
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Nominee #7: Armin Navabi
[ 3 minutes to read] Armin Navabi: A Global Voice for Secularism and Atheist Advocacy Armin Navabi is an Iranian-Canadian secular…
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China Strikes Back: Countermeasures Target Canadian Institutions Over Human Rights Advocacy
[ 3 minutes to read] In a dramatic escalation of tensions over human rights, China announced on Sunday that it is…
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British Lawmakers Approve Assisted Dying Bill: A Freethinker’s Ethical Dilemma
[ 4 minutes to read] In a landmark decision that could reshape the way society views life, death, and personal autonomy,…
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Patriotism is obsolete. Nearly in everything
[ 10 minutes to read] People are proud of their country, region, dialect, language, religion, continent, cultural heritage, sport team, natural…
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LGBTQ member Mira, is in danger in her hometown in Yemen. Help her when she moves to a safer place abroad. – #1
[ 3 minutes to read] LGBTQ member Mira, is in danger in her hometown in Yemen. Help her when she moves to a safer place abroad.
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Countries Leading the Way in Recognizing Humanist and Secular Values: Protecting Rights and Freedoms
[ 3 minutes to read] In a world where diverse beliefs and philosophies coexist, the recognition of humanist and secular values…
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Turkey: Elections don’t win from the balcony
[ 3 minutes to read] I want your slavery and I don’t want you Illegal Immigrants or stateless workers? In the…
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African Culture is no Stranger to Homosexuality
[ 3 minutes to read] Many ancient matriarchal structures in Africa practiced female husbandry, where women attained wives and assumed economic responsibility over the children.
