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Faith and politics: What these 2016 US presidential candidates have said about their beliefs
With the excitement of Super Tuesday over, the presidential candidate field is being defined even more. But what about the faith of the candidates?

4 lessons we can learn from Mary, the mother of Jesus
As many of us in the UK are looking forward to celebrating Mother's Day this Sunday, our minds are focused on the remarkable things that our mothers have done for us and how they inspire us. In the midst of all this, let's take some time to reflect on lessons that we can learn from one of the most well known female figures in the Bible, Mary, the mother of Jesus.

Shopping, Scripture and the Sabbath: Why so many Christians are against plans to extend Sunday trading hours
The issue of shopping on a Sunday is a hot topic in the UK at the moment as the British government deliberates over whether to pass a law to extend Sunday trading hours. But why is this such a big issue for Christians today?

7 ways to keep your Christian faith strong while traveling
Whenever we get the chance to take a holiday we see it as a break from the everyday tasks and responsibilities that we are required to do. But it shouldn't mean that we break away from God. Here are some of the ways you can keep your faith strong while travelling.

NASA astronaut returns to Earth 2 inches taller after spending almost a year in space
After spending nearly a year in the International Space Station, American astronaut Scott Kelly of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has come back home to Earth standing tall, literally.

Joey Feek dies after cancer battle: 'She's in heaven', husband Rory Feek says
Joey Feek has died, according to an update on Facebook by her husband Rory on Friday "My wife's greatest dream came true today. She's in heaven."

30 minutes from Earth to Mars? It's possible using photonic propulsion, says NASA scientist
Believe it or not, 30 minutes will soon be the amount of time needed to travel from Earth to Mars, if recent projections of a scientist from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) were to be believed.

Another sign of the coming apocalypse? Millions of bugs invade Argentina beach
Something terrifying is currently happening, this time on a beach in Argentina, where millions of beetles have shown up, fuelling fears that these insects are signs of the end of the world.

Prelude to apocalyptic U.S. earthquake? Carbon monoxide levels skyrocket over California
Different satellite imagery systems showed how levels of carbon monoxide and other gases spiked across California late last month, with some experts believing that this is an indication that a powerful earthquake will soon hit America.

5 Bible passages for Mothers' Day
Mothers' Day is just around the corner in the United Kingdom, and many are trying to find the best gift to make their mums happy for the occasion as it only comes round once a year.

5 things to teach your kids to pray for
Your children are in the years where their faith is best formed and molded. Here are some things that you can teach your children to pray for.

4 exemplary wives shown in the Bible
The Bible is decorated with stories of ordinary people who exemplified extraordinary courage, character and faith through the lives that they lived.

10 Bible verses every Christian should know by heart
We take memory entirely for granted except when we really think about it, when we realise just how remarkable it is.

William and Kate to visit Christian youth charity tackling knife crime and gang war
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will visit Christian charity XLP next week to hear about the struggles facing inner-city young people.

7 things people need to hear from their leaders
Here are seven things that leaders, most especially church leaders, must always communicate to others.

If legalism is so bad, why does God give laws?
There is an ongoing campaign today amongst many Christians who want to eliminate the need for laws and commandments -- more specifically Old Testament laws -- in light of God's salvation given through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.