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Conversion therapy ban bill in Illinois passes: \'Protects physical and psychological well-being\' claims legislature
Conversion therapy ban bill in Illinois passes: 'Protects physical and psychological well-being' claims legislature

Saying that it "has a compelling interest in protecting the physical and psychological well-being of minors," Illinois' legislature passed a bill Friday that bans conversion therapy or sexual orientation change efforts on LGBT youth under 18 in the state.

Is admitting to loneliness the last taboo?
Is admitting to loneliness the last taboo?

It doesn't matter how many friends we have, we can still feel lonely, so what's the antidote?

Nick Clegg and 88 others banned from entering Russia
Nick Clegg and 88 others banned from entering Russia

Russia has imposed an entry ban on 89 European politicians and military leaders.

Syrian air raids kill dozens of civilians in the north
Syrian air raids kill dozens of civilians in the north

A Syrian air force raid killed at least 59 civilians at a market in a town held by Islamic State militants in northern Syria on Saturday, according to a monitoring group.

More than 4,200 migrants rescued from Mediterranean
More than 4,200 migrants rescued from Mediterranean

More than 4,200 migrants trying to reach Europe have been rescued from boats in the Mediterranean in last 24 hours, the Italian coastguard said on Saturday.

Mary Kate McEacharn feels \'incredibly blessed\' after vacation with Duck Dynasty family
Mary Kate McEacharn feels 'incredibly blessed' after vacation with Duck Dynasty family

John Luke Robertson and Mary Kate McEacharn haven't officially tied the knot yet, but the whole Robertson family from Duck Dynasty is already treating her as part of the family.

Lecrae says new book \'Unashamed\' will \'resonate with outsiders looking for peace within\'
Lecrae says new book 'Unashamed' will 'resonate with outsiders looking for peace within'

Grammy award-winning Christian hip-hop artist Lecrae will be writing a new book called "Unashamed," where he will reveal sensitive details about his past, including childhood abuse, drug and alcohol addiction, depression, and even an attempted suicide.

Audio Adrenaline\'s \'Sound of the Saints\': Different music style but same goal –  spread the Gospel
Audio Adrenaline's 'Sound of the Saints': Different music style but same goal – spread the Gospel

Audio Adrenaline, the Christian rock band from the 80s has just released a brand new album called Sound of the Saints, and new lead singer Adam Agee is saying that their music might sound different this time around, but the purpose behind it will always be the same.

FIFA chief Sepp Blatter dumps resignation calls, gets re-elected amid corruption scandal
FIFA chief Sepp Blatter dumps resignation calls, gets re-elected amid corruption scandal

With its officials facing corruption allegations, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) reelected its embattled head, Sepp Blatter, as president of the international football governing body.

What happened to online churches?
What happened to online churches?

Martyn Casserly explores how the world of digital church has evolved.

What to say when a friend loses their faith
What to say when a friend loses their faith

Krish Kandiah on how to respond when a friend confides that they think they're losing their faith in God.

Stressed? Anxious? 10 Bible verses to remind you God\'s in control
Stressed? Anxious? 10 Bible verses to remind you God's in control

Instead of telling yourself you're a bad Christian, here are verses from scripture which remind us God is in control.

New Nigerian president seeks to crush \'godless\' Boko Haram
New Nigerian president seeks to crush 'godless' Boko Haram

New Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari promised on Friday to eradicate the "mindless, godless" militants of Boko Haram and rescue hundreds of women and children held captive.

Sepp Blatter wins fifth FIFA term after Prince Ali Bin al-Hussein concedes defeat
Sepp Blatter wins fifth FIFA term after Prince Ali Bin al-Hussein concedes defeat

Sepp Blatter was re-elected president of FIFA for a fifth term on Friday after his only challenger conceded defeat in an election overshadowed by allegations of rampant corruption in world football.

Abide With Me: The hymn at the heart of the FA Cup Final
Abide With Me: The hymn at the heart of the FA Cup Final

The biggest worship service in the world isn't in a California megachurch. It's the FA Cup Final.

Native American tribe leader faces jail time for religious use of eagle feathers
Native American tribe leader faces jail time for religious use of eagle feathers

A Native American tribe leader is now facing possible jail time after he has been caught using eagle feathers for religious purposes.