For years, the Pagan organization Romuva has has sought recognition by the Lithuanian state, but the legislature repeatedly rejected its bids – even after the European Court of Human Rights declared the state was violating religious liberty. But following October elections, a new legislature has finally recognized the religion.
Asia
Revealing the Sacred Road: Hecate’s Temple restoration begins to yield treasures
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“Visitors will see the magnificence of that gate in ancient times and will go to the ceremonial area” – New discoveries at the Temple of Hecate in Lagina begin to reveal the sacred path entering the site.
Arts & Culture
Reykjavík unveils the manuscripts that gave us Norse mythology
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A new exhibition of medieval Icelandic manuscripts showcases the earliest versions of many core texts of Norse mythology and Icelandic literature, including the Poetic Edda and the Saga of the Greenlanders, which details the Norse discovery of the New World.
Editorial
Editorial: The banality of anti-trans bigotry
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Weekend editor Eric O. Scott reviews last week’s oral arguments in United States v. Skrmetti, emphasizing the critical role our community must play as a bulwark against oppression.
News
Oklahoma may be revealing how Trump proposes to combat “anti-Christian bias” to foster religious liberty
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Oklahoma’s newly established Office of Religious Liberty and Patriotism may be paving the way for President Trump’s Agenda 47 rollout.
News
Florida Man murders golfer- Tells court he is a victim of Witchcraft
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A Florida man who allegedly murdered a golfer told the court during his arraignment that he was the target of witchcraft. The mention of witchcraft has attracted media attention but the real concern appears to be lack of mental health access and treatment.