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I argue that repetitive use of the term ‘religion or belief’ gives rise to misconception. It places emphasis on religion, which is in fact a ‘belief’ (acceptance of facts unsupported by evidence).

Even when the pioneering world-shattering Universal Declaration of Human Rights was being drawn up, the evidence was there. States involved in drafting it were often more interested in preserving their historical customs, religions, power, prejudice and convenience, at the expense of ensuring truly genuine, equal enjoyment by all citizens of the rights that they were advocating. We are part of a political revolution: one that is failing badly throughout the world. To bring about a humanist/human rights revolution much needs to be done.

Northern Ireland Court holds that baker's refusal to provide cake with same-sex decoration is discrimination. Here are the reasons why the judgment is right.

Early Christian rituals have been found for brotherhood unions between two men akin to 'marriage' ceremonies.

The Canadian Supreme Court has ruled that the right to assisted dying is part of the basic human right to life, liberty and security of the person. The reasoning behind this ruling has implications for Australian law.