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Congo-Brazzaville bans Muslim women from wearing full-face veils, citing terrorism prevention
By Fredrick Nzwili — May 4, 2015
(RNS) Government officials said they were concerned the garments might be used as a disguise to commit terrorist acts.
Under God * Statue porn * Incest rights?: September’s Religious Freedom Recap
By Brian Pellot — October 2, 2014
From church-state battles in America to religious freedom news around the world. Catch up on last month’s dirt, now with more snark.
Burqa Battle * Baby Messiah * Bacon Attack: Religious Freedom Recap: Sept. 16-23
By Brian Pellot — September 23, 2013
Welcome back to the Religious Freedom Recap, our weekly look at top stories and developments on religious liberty around the globe.
Denim burqa ad: bold or insulting?
By Omar Sacirbey — September 19, 2013
(RNS) Racist and condescending are among the criticisms that have been leveled at the ad, created by Nicola Formichetti, the former stylist to Lady Gaga. Others say it is empowering.
New Muslim superhero is a Wonder Woman-like education warrior
By Richard S. Ehrlich — August 9, 2013
(RNS) Pakistan's new animated television series, "Burka Avenger," features a female Muslim teacher disguised in a tight black outfit with a cape and ninja-style head cover who throws heavy books and sharp pens at men who oppose education for girls.
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