Islam
Shadi Hamid on Islam exceptionalism
Kathryn Ryan speaks to political scientist and author Shadi Hamid about his new book "Islamic Exceptionalism: How the Struggle Over Islam is Reshaping the World" which explores why religion and… Audio
Corsica parents block school mums in headscarves
Five women wearing the Islamic headscarf have been prevented from entering a nursery school in Corsica by other parents, local media report.
Balking at burkini bans misses nearer prejudices
Opinion - We Kiwis may pat ourselves on the back for defying France's burkini ban by putting it on the catwalk - but do we deserve it, asks Lamia Imam.
Turkey's secularism
Greg Barton of Deakin University discusses the complexities of secularism versus religion in Turkey. Audio
The Real Iran - Elham's Story
Get to know the real Iran - Elham's story: Elham Salari grew up in Iran's capital Tehran and the war dominated her childhood memories. She moved to Hawkes Bay with her husband five years ago… Audio, Gallery
Stop wearing robes, UAE tells travellers
The United Arab Emirates is urging men to avoid wearing the white robes, headscarf and headband of the national dress when travelling overseas.
Sheikh defends speech, leaves Australia
An Islamic cleric visiting Australia who made comments supporting the death penalty for homosexuals in some cases has left the country after defending his remarks.
Books in mosques start a reading revolution: Dr. Rana Dajani
Jordanian molecular biologist Dr. Rana Dajani wanted Jordanian children to read for pleasure; while the average person in the United States reads 11 books for pleasure a year, Jordanians read just… Audio
EU headscarf ban 'may be justified'
Employers in the EU may be able to ban Muslim staff from wearing headscarves to work, a top EU court adviser says.
Samoa warned on 'dangerous' constitution change
Calls to ban Islam in Samoa are being described as religious bigotry, although some say they're based on reasonable fears. Audio
Egyptian imams headed to NZ
Al Gillespie looks at what the secondment of Egyptian imams to New Zealand mosques means. Audio
US schools closed over Arabic script lesson
Schools in a Virginia county closed on Friday after an outcry when students were asked to practise Arabic calligraphy using a Muslim statement of faith.
Trump hints at abandoning Republicans
Donald Trump is hinting that he might abandon America's Republican Party and seek the US presidency as an independent candidate. Audio
Indonesia slams former Australia PM Abbott's critique of Islam
Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott has been criticised over his call for change within Islam.
Muslim community demands proof from the SIS
Some in the Muslim community are calling on the head of the SIS to show them the evidence that an increasing number of New Zealand women are joining Islamic State. Audio
Religion and war
Dr David Tombs talks about armageddon and the connection between religion and war Audio
Trump calls for ban on Muslims enterring U.S.
The business mogul turned Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump has appalled and outraged many with his call for a temporary, but total, ban on anyone Muslim entering the United States. Audio
Scott Atran
Anthropologist Scott Atran has spent much time observing and interviewing people on six continents who are drawn to violent action. Audio
San Bernadino
The radicalisation of the couple behind the latest California mass murders. Audio
Australian mufti shifts blame
Dr Zain Ali talks about the Muslim reaction to the Paris attacks. Audio