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Larvicides and Zika virus update: Scientists debunk claims stating microcephaly is caused by larvicides
The group insisted that cases of microcephaly found in that specific area where there is high exposure to the larvicide is not a result of a coincidence.

Cancer cure news and update: Promising therapy eliminates cancer symptoms, research finds
The promising new therapy, involving modified T-cells was used on terminally ill cancer patients.

How organ and blood donation can be viewed as a Christian duty
As Christians we know that giving is a central component of the way we live our lives in accordance with Christ's example. But although we're accustomed to giving money during the offering, to charitable causes and making material donations to those in need, one aspect that we might not have considered is the donation of our blood and organs.

Can Christians really be friends and connect with those of other faiths?
For most of us, it's impossible to go a week, a day even, without interacting with someone from a different faith or of no faith at all. Whether it's a synagogue near our work or a sign for halal meat in our local supermarket, we're constantly reminded of the multi-faith society that we live in. More than just coming across people of different faiths, a lot of Christians will have friends who pray to and believe in different gods too. But should we?

Rob Bell joins #30SecondBible to 'reclaim' Scripture
Rob Bell has joined a bid to "reclaim the Bible in the season of Lent" by launching the #30SecondBible campaign.

How to improve your spiritual fitness
Spring is coming! As our attention is drawn to physical fitness, Harry Farley calls us back to spiritual fitness with the discipline of service.

Why don't yesterday's sermons still speak today?
What's interesting is how our sense of what makes a great sermon has changed over the centuries.

Why are churches today splitting up?
According to Columbia Daily Herald, there are an average of 19,000 scarring and major church hurts recorded in the United States alone annually. That tallies about 50 church issues that hurt thousands of members.

8 Bible verses on experiencing joy in the midst of trials
One of the biggest misconceptions when following Christ is that life becomes a whole lot easier when you're a Christian. This is far from the truth.

René Laennec: Google Doodle honours Christian medical pioneer
Google's masthead today shows two figures on either side of a pair of lungs.

Can I minister to someone older than me?
For young people ministering to people who are older than them, 1 Timothy 4:12 has become a life verse- "Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity."

Office talk: Work is a privilege not a burden
Have you ever felt that your job was a burden, and that the only reason why you're not yet quitting is for your big pay check?

5 habits that church attendees should stop doing
Church is a wonderful avenue to build a strong community of believers who can help point each other to Christ. However, church is far from perfect and the way that we do church can sometimes be flawed.

Is attending Church really necessary for Christians?
Our experience of church can vary dramatically depending on the denomination, congregation, country and a variety of factors. But what unites the church is that it is the gathering of a body of believers in God's presence.

Random Acts of Kindness Day and the refugee crisis
It seems as if every day is a different international awareness day of some sort. But, Random Acts of Kindness Day (17th February) is surely one that Christians can readily get involved in. Although, there is nothing random about the reasoning behind acting kind when it comes to Christianity.

'No Man's Sky' release date delayed to June 2016; VR, Xbox One release possible?
"No Man's Sky" is one of the most anticipated games for PlayStation and personal computer (PC) that was supposed to be available during the holidays in 2015. However, fans didn't see the game's release that time and are starting to get disappointed, with the date pushed further to June this year. Expectations are high, but will gamers keep looking forward to its release or will they soon lose interest and get tired of waiting?