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Universal House of Justice elected
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, April 30, 2018
The results of the election of the nine members of the Universal House of Justice have been announced.
Delegates celebrate Ridvan festival in Bahji
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, April 30, 2018
More than 2,000 people representing a cross section of the human race came together today in Bahji to celebrate the festival of Ridvan.
Delegates cast ballots to elect Universal House of Justice
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, April 29, 2018
Over 1,300 representatives from around the world cast their ballots today to elect the Universal House of Justice.
Publication explores advancements in development efforts worldwide
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, April 27, 2018
A new edition of *For the Betterment of the World* illustrates the Baha’i community’s ongoing process of learning and action in the field of development.
Worldwide representatives gather for 12th International Convention
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, April 25, 2018
Some 1,300 delegates representing more than 160 countries have arrived in Haifa to participate in the 12th International Baha’i Convention.
Leaving after many years of service in Holy Land
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, April 22, 2018
The Universal House of Justice has announced that two of its members will be resigning owing to considerations of age.
New section of bicentenary site widens window on celebrations
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, April 20, 2018
The bicentenary website has been expanded to include a new section with country reports.
Local Temple design unveiled in Kenya
MATUNDA SOY, Kenya, April 15, 2018
The design for the local Baha’i House of Worship in Matunda Soy, Kenya, was unveiled at a celebration earlier today.
After devastating hurricane, community unites in reconstruction
ROSEAU, Dominica, April 13, 2018
In the months since Hurricane Maria, another story has unfolded in the Caribbean—one of unity, cooperation, and collective action to rebuild.
Flower of Colombia Temple Blooms
AGUA AZUL, Colombia, April 4, 2018
The crown at the top of the roof of the local House of Worship in Colombia has been installed, marking an important milestone in the construction process.
Re-examining reconciliation
VICTORIA, Canada, April 2, 2018
A recent symposium brought together hundreds in Canada to speak about reconciliation between indigenous and non-indigenous peoples.
Countries around the world design commemorative Baha’i stamps
BAHA’I WORLD CENTRE, March 28, 2018
Postal services often issue commemorative stamps for historic occasions. This bicentenary year proved no exception.
Design of national temple unveiled at Naw-Ruz amidst great joy
PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea, March 21, 2018
Earlier today, the Baha’i community of Papua New Guinea unveiled the design for its national Baha’i House of Worship.
Youngest member of Yaran completes ten year imprisonment
BIC NEW YORK, March 20, 2018
Vahid Tizfahm completed his 10-year sentence yesterday. At 44, he is the youngest member of the Yaran, who were imprisoned for their religious beliefs in 2008.
Oldest member of Yaran completes decade-long imprisonment
BIC NEW YORK, March 17, 2018
Jamaloddin Khanjani, 85, former member of the Yaran, completed his unjust ten-year prison sentence yesterday.
Exploring an expanded conception of women’s empowerment
BIC NEW YORK, March 12, 2018
The Baha’i International Community has released a statement for the United Nation’s Commission on the Status of Women.
Celebration takes participants on journey of Baha’u’llah’s life and teachings
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, March 4, 2018
Malaysia’s Baha’i community recently hosted an innovative national celebration for the bicentenary of the birth of Baha’u’llah.
European voices join global community to condemn persecution of Yemeni Baha’is
BIC BRUSSELS, February 27, 2018
Over 100 Members of the European Parliament and Parliaments across Europe denounce the persecution of Yemen’s Baha’is in a statement released today.
Colombia Temple rises
AGUA AZUL, Colombia, February 22, 2018
Recent developments on the construction of the local Temple in Norte del Cauca signal the nearing completion of the project.
Irish President urges Baha’is to press on
DUBLIN, Ireland, February 18, 2018
Michael Higgins, President of Ireland, hosted a Baha’i delegation to mark the bicentennial year.