The Latest Breaking News from Diversity

Government to keep mass religious observances after Farage calls to ban them

“We have freedom of worship in this country and we have religious diversity in this country,” Scotland Office minister Kirsty McNeill said

The Independent UK · Mar 20

Religious diversity is welcome and mass observances are permitted, says minister

It came after Nigel Farage criticised an Open Iftar in Trafalgar Square earlier this week and called for such events to be banned.

Evening Standard · Mar 20

‘Hybrid organ’: how a union of trees and fungi could revolutionise forest management

A US startup supplies spray for fast-growing loblolly pines with the hope of increasing biodiversity – and reducing the need for artificial fertiliser

The Guardian - UK · Mar 20

'Hinduism does not convert': Indian-origin Frisco resident speaks against H-1B hate, misinformation about Indian-Americans

As the Frisco council meetings have turned into a place to spout anger against H-1B and the Indian community, an Indian-origin resident who has been living in Texas since 2016 spoke against the narrative, which she said is based on misinformation. Neha Suratran, the woman, said Frisco is one of…

The Times of India · Mar 18

‘Place for everyone’: London Mayor shares festival images from Iftar to Diwali

London's Mayor Sadiq Khan celebrated diversity and unity at a large open Iftar gathering in Trafalgar Square, attended by approximately 3,000 people. This event, part of the Ramadan Tent Project's Open Iftar programme, marked the closing of the Ramadan Festival 2026. The gathering featured speeches, Qur'an recitation, and a nasheed…

The Times of India · Mar 18

'She Was Born in 2001!': Rachel Zegler's Claim That 'Latinas Didn't Exist' in Hollywood Before Her Sparks Outrage

Rachel Zegler sparks outrage after comments on Latina representation in Hollywood, prompting debate on diversity and inclusion in film.

International Business Times UK · Mar 18

Evolving AFL looks to embrace larger cultural mix

Essendon's Jayden Nguyen is one of four new cultural diversity ambassadors who will help the AFL attract a wider cultural mix of players and fans to the game.

AAP · Mar 18

Why Hindus Worship Many Forms but Believe in One

Many people assume Hinduism is confusing. They see temples dedicated to Lord Rama, Lord Krishna, and Lord Shiva, and conclude that Hindus worship many different gods. This often leads to a simple but important question: Who is the real God? Ancient Hindu philosophy offers a surprising answer. The sages who…

MyLifeXP · Mar 17

Can ‘mini brains’ replace lab animals? Organoids are changing how scientists study disease

As a researcher, I still remember the discomfort I felt every time I had to sacrifice laboratory animals for an experiment. For decades, animals like mice, rats and pigs have been essential tools in biomedical research. Yet many scientists are asking whether better, more humane alternatives are possible.

The Conversation · Mar 16

Australia claims it is ‘on track’ to save nature. We disagree

Without fanfare, the Australian government has published the latest snapshot on its progress toward halting and reversing the loss of Australia’s biodiversity – our unique wildlife, plants and nature – by 2030. This report on Australia’s progress under the Global Biodiversity Framework is a self-assessment, and the Australian government has…

The Conversation · Mar 16