Don’t force your religion on us

Hi Global Recap readers,

It is refreshing to see the law supporting an institution that remains steadfast in its principles, resisting pressure from those who insist on imposing their religious beliefs on others.

While some might perceive this as religious discrimination, it’s important to note that parents made a deliberate choice to enroll their children in this school, fully aware of its stance on this issue.

“When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” 👇

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United Kingdom

School’s prayer policy prevails

🏫 Education. The Michaela School in Brent faced a High Court case over its policy banning prayer rituals, deemed discriminatory by a Muslim student.

• The London school, known for its strict secular stance, argued that the policy ensures inclusion among pupils.

⚖️ Legality. The court ruled in favor of the school, with Mr Justice Linden stating the student “impliedly accepted” the secular nature upon enrollment.

• The judgment emphasizes the autonomy of non-faith schools in setting their own religious observance policies.

👩‍🏫 Leadership. Katharine Birbalsingh, the school’s founder, hailed the decision as a victory for schools’ rights to uphold their values. She asserts that parents should choose schools aligned with their preferences, rather than forcing changes.

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Iran-Israel

Iran draws a redline

🔥 Tensions Rise. As the world awaits Israel’s retaliation against Iran’s retaliatory missile strike, Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi declared that any minor action against Iran’s interests will be met with a "severe, widespread and painful response.”

So… adding more retaliation to an already established chain of retaliations.

🛑 Retaliatory Cycle. Israel’s military Chief of Staff, Herzi Halevi, indicated the necessity of a response to Iran’s recent drone and missile attack, which was itself a retaliation for the bombing of the Iranian embassy compound in Damascus on April 1.

⏳ Swift Response. Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Ali Bagheri Kani, emphasized the immediacy of Iran’s potential counteroffensive, stating that any response to Israeli retaliation would occur "a matter of seconds."

Meanwhile, Israel’s airstrike killed a top commander of Iran-backed Hezbollah on Tuesday.

Will this cycle of retaliation lead to a broader conflict?

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China

Yuan’s vicious cycle

🔄 Feedback Loop. Chinese businesses are stockpiling dollars in anticipation of a weakening yuan, fueling a self-perpetuating cycle of depreciation. This trend is driven by the dollar’s increasing yield and China’s economic challenges.

💹 Economic Impact. The yuan’s slide is a symptom of broader issues: shaky stock markets and sluggish growth in China’s economy.

• Foreign exchange deposits have surged, reflecting a lack of confidence in the local currency.

• But this isn’t exclusive to Yuan. Other currencies, such as the Japanese Yen and Korean Won, have similarly slipped to their weakest levels against the dollar, reaching lows not seen for several months or even years.

🏦 Policy Dilemma. Analysts suggest two potential solutions: significant US Federal Reserve rate cuts or the yuan reaching a stable low. However, both outcomes appear unlikely in the near future, especially with the recent hot CPI numbers.

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Denmark

Fire Engulfs History

🔥 Inferno. The Børsen, Copenhagen’s historic stock exchange, witnessed its iconic spire collapse amidst engulfing flames.

• The building’s evacuation was swift, ensuring everyone’s safety.

• Efforts were made to salvage historic paintings from the blaze.

🏛️ Loss. Culture minister Jakob Engel-Schmidt lamented the destruction of 400 years of Danish cultural heritage, a loss that resonates beyond the charred remains.

😇 Beautiful. The act of individuals endangering themselves to rescue cultural artifacts demonstrates the profound esteem and reverence they hold for their heritage.

Truly beautiful.

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Australia

Sydney’s stabbing labeled a “terrorist attack”

🚨 Urgency. The recent stabbing of “TikTok star” Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel during a church service streamed live online, has been labeled a terrorist incident by New South Wales Police Commissioner Karen Webb.

• The attack, which injured four people, sparked a riot outside Christ the Good Shepherd Church, leading to injuries among police officers and the destruction of ten police cars.

• The attacker is 15 years old.

🔍 Investigation. While the incident appears “religiously motivated,” ASIO director-general Mike Burgess assures there is no further threat to the community.

🛑 Calm Down. In the wake of the violence, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has condemned any form of retaliation and implored the public to respect the law.

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