AI & Religious Freedom: The National Black Church Initiative urged the U.S. Congress to pause large AI model rollouts until regulatory safeguards are in place, warning “man must not try to play GOD unless GOD will step in.” Anti-Semitism & Safety: Germany’s foreign minister pledged solidarity with Munich’s Jewish community after a death threat against Charlotte Knobloch, with police investigating suspected incitement and threats. Church Accountability: All Saints Episcopal Church in Pasadena unveiled a plaque apologizing for its pre-1923 segregation, acknowledging African Americans were barred from worship and highlighting the founding of a separate parish. Middle East Religious Tensions: UN experts demanded Iran explain the confiscation of Tehran’s St Peter’s Evangelical Church and the eviction of Christian residents. Legal Battles Over Religion in Schools: The Supreme Court issued contempt notice proceedings tied to regulating religious education for children under 14, while a Connecticut judge upheld bans on religious vaccine exemptions. Faith & Politics in the Philippines: A Muslim region in southern Philippines held its first regional parliamentary elections, with high turnout but violence and ballot-cheating concerns. Catholic Life: Ireland saw Catholic baptisms drop nearly 30% over a decade as births fall and more families identify as having no religion.