It sounds like a simple question: "Why do some Muslim women wear a veil?" But the answer is anything but straight forward. To some, the veil a symbol of religious observance. To others it has cultural ...

Here is a look at legislation and debate about face-covering Muslim veils and Muslim headscarves in various countries: — FRANCE: France on Monday became the first country to enact a law designed to ...

Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. The Dutch government just announced that it's seeking to ban the Muslim veil in public places. The Vatican has declared ...

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s decision to wear a headscarf following the Christchurch mosque attacks in March has earned her worldwide praise. But in an online backlash, critics pointed out that ...

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