Religion

With the ascendancy of a Pentecostal Christian leader, the Liberal Party slides further to the religious right. But can it find salvation without the coffers of Malcolm Turnbull?

Amid fresh claims of abuse and cover-ups in the Catholic Church – this time targeting the Pope himself – dwindling numbers of Irish faithful reflect a growing disquiet.

The government’s rhetoric on race takes it into territory that is uglier and more targeted than even John Howard’s campaigns.

Following the storming of his church by far-right activists, Father Rod Bower vows to continue his liberal preachings.

As the minority Rohingya people flee persecution in Myanmar, none face greater hardship and suffering than Rohingya women.

In India, homosexual sex remains illegal and deeply taboo, but the Arranged Gay Marriage Bureau and a highly ranked royal are working hard to change that.

As the preliminary hearing continues into allegations against George Pell of historical sexual offences, the tone of the cardinal’s possible defence is becoming clear.

While Protect Victoria promotes itself as a non-political and non-racist group, its biased portrayal of crime is increasing fear and making it a recruitment hub for far-right radicals.

The Catholic Church says governments see no urgency in establishing child abuse redress schemes as interest wanes after the royal commission.

As recommendations from the child abuse royal commission are swept aside by senior Catholics, The Australian newspaper continues its unwavering support for the church.