This is a truly remarkable story, and really puts into context the absolute fire-breathing idiots, the misinformed imbeciles that we have to put up with. Quote from the BBC:
The most senior judge in Saudi Arabia has said it is permissible to kill the owners of satellite TV channels which broadcast immoral programmes.
Yes, you read that [...]
Tags: Islam, Law
There’s a story in Time (from 1970) about a couple who have had to give an a child they adopted because they “Do not believe in a supreme being”. The judge who made the decision did so on the basis that the child should be allowed to worship freely.
Now, correct me if I’m wrong, [...]
Tags: Family, Law
I love a good debate about religion. If you come across a practioner of a religion who is willing to listen to you, and argue their views, it can be a very liberating experience. Of course, I’ve never entered into a debate with such a person that hasn’t ended with the line “Well that’s why [...]
Tags: Islam, Law