In a world where wedding traditions are constantly evolving, one enigmatic accessory steadfastly remains: the bridal veil.

Although veils have become strongly identified with Muslims, as an article of faith — and clothing — veils have a long and surprising cultural history.

I’d excuse skeptics for imagining that all clergy would salivate at the opportunity to expand "freedom of the pulpit," ...

TORONTO (AP) — A female witness can wear a religious veil that covers her face while testifying in court in certain circumstances, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled Thursday in a split decision ...

As far as bridal accessories go, wedding veils are the most iconic. Here, we tapped experts to dig into the history of veils and walk you through how they've evolved since they first originated.

TORONTO — A female witness can wear a religious veil that covers her face while testifying in court in certain circumstances, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled Thursday in a split decision in… ...

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And beyond that, the design of religious veils is generally customary, and not fixed by religious law (at least in any way that police officers are likely to be able to identify).

Although veils have become strongly identified with Muslims, as an article of faith — and clothing — veils have a long and surprising cultural history.