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Chhath Puja: Hindu women in Nepal and India pray to the sun god to protect their families

Photos of Hindu devotees making offerings to the sun god in rivers across India and Nepal.

Paris attacks: British Muslims join Christians, Jews and other faiths to condemn terrorist violence

In a video released by the Faith Forum, believers of all faiths urge compassion and unity

Paris attacks: Muslims use #NotInMyName hashtag to condemn Isis terrorism

Muslim shows solidarity with Paris victims

Muslims worldwide have taken to social media to express their solidarity with Paris and condemn Islamic State's actions.

Sinjar: Two mass Yazidi graves discovered as Muslim homes are looted and burned

After coalition forces recaptured the town of Sinjar in north-west Iraq, two mass graves were discovered after Isis massacre.

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Diwali 2015: Best photos of Festival of Lights celebrations around the world

Diwali is celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains around the world.

Wellcome art show to feature images of tantric Buddhism from secret Tibet temple

The images show disembodied yogis and poses, masters and symbols.

Isis: Christians race from across war-torn Syria to defend besieged town of Sadad

Sadad is the last refuge for Syria's Aramaic-speaking Syriac Christians.

Diwali 2015: The cultural and religious significance of the Hindu festival of lights

The lights signify the victory of light over darkness, the triumph of good versus evil, and hope over despair.

Hong Kong: Catholic Church compares homosexuality to drug addicts

Church has right to speak up against homosexual behaviour just like it does for drug abuse.

Bradford Imam Alyas Karmani gives revolutionary sexual advice to the faithful

More and more people are calling on the Imam for advice.

Religion doesn't make children 'more' humane or generous

A new study has challenged the view that religion facilitates pro-social behaviour in children.

Christmas number one: Pope Francis targets Yuletide top spot with release of Wake Up rock album

'Wake Up!' is the first release from the Argentine pontiff.

India beef ban: Muslim beaten to death by Hindu mob for 'stealing a cow' in Manipur

An Indian Muslim has been beaten to death by suspected Hindu fundamentalists over rumours that the stole a cow.

Sikh Lives Matter: Sikhs demand apology from Metropolitan Police over removal of protester's turban

Calls gather for independent investigation into police tactics at the Sikh Lives Matter protest.

Diwali: London prepares for the festival of lights

Diwali 2015: What is the Festival of Lights and how is it celebrated in the UK?

Video explores the meaning of the festival celebrates by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains across the world.

Sikh Lives Matter: Metropolitan Police apologises to protesters for 'disrespect'

The Met Police apologised to the Sikh community after being accused of disrespect while policing a protest.

Iran rocks! State lifts ban on live shows as musicians sound check a brave new world

Rock music was banned in Iran for decades

Diwali 2015: Your guide to making traditional Indian floor art Rangoli

Celebrate the Festival of Lights by creating Rangoli, traditional Indian floor art.

Diwali 2015 in London: Where to celebrate the Festival of Lights in England's capital

IBTimes UK rounds up some of the best Diwali events taking place in the capital this year.

London: Abbey Mills mega-mosque plans blocked by government

Tablighi Jamaat religious movement wanted to built a mosque accommodating nearly 10,000 worshippers.

Ashura 2015: Millions gather across Iraq to commemorate slaying of Hussein

Ashura commemorates the slaying of Prophet Mohammad's grandson Hussein at the battle of Kerbala in 680AD.

Bangladesh: Blasts targeting Shias kill boy and injure more than 100 in Dhaka

Five home-made bombs thrown at Huseni Dalan, a Shia learning centre.

Ashura 2015: Shia Muslims flagellate themselves with swords, chains and knives [Graphic images]

Shia Muslims beat their heads and chests with chains and knives, and gash their heads with swords.

Ashura 2015: What is the Shia festival in Karbala and why do worshippers flagellate themselves

Controversial practice is discouraged by some Shia leaders, who say it creates a negative image.

Sikh Lives Matter: 20 arrested as demonstrators clash with police in central London

Protesters form roadblock to raise awareness about Sikh deaths in India.

Dussehra 2015: Hindus burn effigies of demon king Ravana and immerse idols of goddess Durga [Photos]

India is celebrating the Hindu festival of Dussehra, signifying the triumph of good over evil.

Dussehra 2015: Hindus in India, Nepal and Bangladesh celebrate end of Navratri festival [Photos]

IBTimesUK presents a gallery of celebrations held during the nine-day Hindu Navratri festival, leading up to Dussehra.

India: Lynching of man over beef-eating rumours found premeditated

National Commission for Minorities probe finds whole incident was pre-planned.

Pope Francis brain tumour: Vatican denies claim pontiff diagnosed with disease

Holy See spokesman Father Lombardi condemns report on Pontiff's health.

Thailand vegetarian festival: Bizarre facial piercings include guns, umbrellas and tricycles [Graphic images]

Devotees pierce both cheeks and thread skewers through the holes. Some go a bit further.

Buddhist experts brand Vice article about Dalai Lama 'date' as 'defamatory'

Vice article alleges a woman went on a date with Dalai Lama in Cambridge in 1973.

Dussehra 2015: Mythology and significance attached to the popular Indian festival of Vijaya Dashami

Myth has it that on Vijaya Dashami, goddess Durga defeated and beheaded Mahishasura, the buffalo demon.

Pope Francis canonises parents of St Therese of Lisieux

French couple Louis and Zelie Martin are the first married couple to be canonised by the Catholic church in modern times.

Israeli Jewish worshipers attacked at Joseph's Tomb

Israeli worshippers clash with Palestinian locals after illegally entering holy site

30 Jewish worshipers clashed with local Palestinians after illegally entering Joseph's Tomb compound in Nablus.

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