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Vatican plays down expectations over women deacons
Vatican plays down expectations over women deacons

Francis raised hopes among liberal Catholics by promising to set up a commission to study the issue.

Venezuela president declares state of emergency, citing US and domestic \'threats\'
Venezuela president declares state of emergency, citing US and domestic 'threats'

US intelligence officials have told reporters they are increasingly worried about the potential for an economic and political meltdown in Venezuela.

Drugs giant Pfizer says it won\'t allow its products to be used for executions
Drugs giant Pfizer says it won't allow its products to be used for executions

The move shuts off the last remaining open market source of drugs used in executions.

Donald Trump turns to climate change sceptic for energy advice

The presumptive Republican presidential nominee is seeking to flesh out his policy proposals.

Obama admin orders public schools to let transgenders use facilities of their choice as condition for getting federal funds
Obama admin orders public schools to let transgenders use facilities of their choice as condition for getting federal funds

The Obama administration has issued a "guidance" to all public schools telling them to open their showers, locker rooms, and restrooms to all their transgender students who want to use those facilities that match their gender identity.

Why country singer Sheryl Crow built a church at her 50-acre Nashville residence
Why country singer Sheryl Crow built a church at her 50-acre Nashville residence

Country singer Sheryl Crowe is proud of her 50-acre Nashville home because it even has a barn, recording studio, saloon, horse stables, and a church.

Phil Robertson talks about latest film \'Torchbearer,\' says it\'s \'eerily breathtaking\'
Phil Robertson talks about latest film 'Torchbearer,' says it's 'eerily breathtaking'

"Duck Dynasty" star Phil Robertson served as a narrator and tour guide in the new film "Torchbearer," which will be screened at the Cannes Film Festival next month.

Candace Cameron Bure defends \'Fuller House\' over criticisms that it shows women who are hyper-sexualised
Candace Cameron Bure defends 'Fuller House' over criticisms that it shows women who are hyper-sexualised

The new family sitcom "Fuller House" has come under fire for showing racy themes and portraying hyper-sexualised women. But one of its stars Candace Cameron Bure, who plays D.J. Tanner in the series, says that the rebooted sitcom is no less appropriate than its original "Full House" back in the 80s and 90s.

Have you made an idol out of marriage? Here are 3 things to consider
Have you made an idol out of marriage? Here are 3 things to consider

While brides-to-be can view their situation as the achievement of a Christian woman's ultimate goal, the single person's desire to find their marriage partner can easily develop into an obsession

Four things we can learn from toddlers about our relationship with God
Four things we can learn from toddlers about our relationship with God

When we think about the children in our lives, our minds often turn to how much we can teach them. What Jesus says reminds us that we also have a lot to learn from children. Here are four things they're pretty good at teaching us to do.

The Holy Spirit: what is he and what does he do?
The Holy Spirit: what is he and what does he do?

As we approach Pentecost, the coming of the Holy Spirit is at the forefront of our thoughts. Christians all over the world are praying to know the Holy Spirit's presence but how much do we know about the Spirit itself?

Pentecost explained: A Lego video explaining Pentecost that your children will love

Perplexed about Pentecost? Confused about how to make it accessible to your children? This video by Fr Roderick Vonhögen will make explaining it child's play. Literally.

10 Bible verses to help you get a good night\'s sleep
10 Bible verses to help you get a good night's sleep

A lot of the time our worries and our desire to be in control of everything impact the quality and length of our sleep. If we trust in God to help us manage our whatever is troubling us and accept that He's fully in control, we're well on our way to getting a good rest.

Tiffany & Co. marketing exec claims jeweler fired her for saying Jews killed Jesus
Tiffany & Co. marketing exec claims jeweler fired her for saying Jews killed Jesus

A Catholic marketing executive at jeweler Tiffany & Co. in New York has filed a lawsuit against the company, saying it discriminated against her for saying that Jews killed Jesus.

Justin Bieber thanks God for success of \'Purpose\' tour, says all praise belongs to Him
Justin Bieber thanks God for success of 'Purpose' tour, says all praise belongs to Him

Canadian pop star Justin Bieber knows that he would be nothing without God. Even though people cannot stop raving about his talent and success, Bieber would rather people shift their focus on to God instead.

Billy Graham says Satan can fool people into thinking that he is \'promoting good\' while hiding his evil intentions
Billy Graham says Satan can fool people into thinking that he is 'promoting good' while hiding his evil intentions

There is no doubt that Satan is absolutely evil. However, world-renowned evangelist Billy Graham says that he can be very tricky and fool people into thinking that he is "promoting good and standing for what is right."