Category - extremism

New Muslim think-tank aims to challenge extremist ideology

staff writers — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 09:59:22 +0100

A new Muslim think-tank, Quilliam, which aims to bring together voices who oppose violence and extremism, and who want to explore Islam in a modern European setting, was launched at the British Museum yesterday.

Churches urge a vote against extremism and racism on 1st May

agency reporter — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:16:15 +0100

Three Free Church Christian denominations in the UK are urging voters to take a clear stand against racist and extreme political parties as election day for local councils in England and Wales draws nearer.

Christians in India's Orissa state campaign for protection

Ecumenical News International — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 22:27:34 +0000

Christian groups and churches in Indian's eastern state of Orissa are demanding urgent protection, saying they have been hounded by Hindu extremists, with reports of nine people being killed in attacks since Christmas.

Bishop wrong on 'Christian nation', but debate is helpful

Press Office — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:35:19 +0000

Responding to comments about the rise of Islam and the demise of Britain as a 'Christian nation' by the Rt Rev Dr Michael Nazir-Ali, Simon Barrow, co-director of the Christian think-tank Ekklesia,

Bishop causes uproar with attack on Islamism and 'Christian nation' fears

staff writers — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:24:49 +0000

The Bishop of Rochester has been strongly criticised for his claims that Islamic extremism has turned some communities into no-go areas, and that Britain is disintegrating because it is no longer seen as a Christian nation.

Freedom of belief under threat, says new book on India

Ecumenical News International — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 08:07:01 +0100

Despite India remaining the world's most populous and vibrant democracy, freedom of religion is in decline and plural secularism threatened, says a journalist-turned-Christian activist who is now secretary general of the All India Christian Council.

Mixed reaction to CNN series on religious zealotry

Ecumenical News International — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 06:46:29 +0100

An ambitious media look at religious zealots in Christianity, Judaism and Islam is receiving worldwide media coverage, but lukewarm reviews from television critics in the United States. The CNN series began to air on 22 August 2007