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A new answer to an old question: 'Do natural disasters disprove God?'
Natural disasters don't point to an unloving God, but their effects are a sign of injustice perpetuated by humanity, a leading professor of geophysics has said.
Historic home of the Bishops of Durham gets £9 million makeover
Auckland Castle will be transformed into a world-class arts and cultural centre thanks to a £9 million cash grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Fresh Obama legal setback: White House won't seek Supreme Court intervention on immigration block
The Obama administration decided not to contest an appellate court ruling against the President's effort to shield millions of undocumented immigrants from deportation, with the Justice Department issuing a statement on Wednesday saying it will not seek a Supreme Court intervention.
US military mistake: Deadly live anthrax samples shipped to labs in 9 states, South Korea base
The United States military has mistakenly shipped live anthrax samples to laboratories in nine states across the country, and even to a US military base in South Korea, the defense department has confirmed.
'Charlie Charlie' game poses real danger - Vatican exorcist warns against summoning demons
A Vatican-approved exorcist has warned against the dangers of playing the game known as "Charlie, Charlie," which has in the past gained popularity among young people on social media.
Nebraska legislature overrides governor's veto, repeals death penalty
Nebraska's legislature repealed the state's death penalty law and abolished capital punishment.
Gospel for Asia faces fresh questions about financial affairs
Blogger Warren Throckmorton claims to have found discrepancies between how Gospel for Asia raises funds for its work in India and its spending there.
Former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams defends blasphemy as 'the language of protest'
In a New Statesman article, the former Archbishop of Canterbury says that blasphemy is not always an attack on faith.
'Gay cake' case: Ashers Bakery will appeal discrimination verdict
The McArthur family, who last week lost a court case after a judge ruled that they had "unlawfully discriminated" against a gay-rights activist, have now confirmed that they will launch an appeal against the verdict.
The faith of Denzel Washington in 8 quotes
Denzel Washington is a Hollywood star who is unafraid to be vocal about his Christian faith.
Memphis bids farewell to blues legend BB King
Fans gathered for a procession down Beale Street, a historic avenue lined with blues clubs and restaurants.
Britain's Europe referendum: Is it weighted towards saying 'yes' to staying in?
The question will be: "Should the United Kingdom remain a member of the European Union?"
Methodist investigation uncovers nearly 2,000 cases of abuse
The independent inquiry investigated the Church's response to incidents dating back to 1950.
Bernie Sanders targets 'immoral' US wealth disparity as he challenges Hillary Clinton in 2016 polls
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders kicked off on Tuesday his Democratic presidential nomination in Burlington, Vermont, where he served as mayor in the 1980s.
Texas, Oklahoma floods latest news: 19 people killed in extreme storms
At least 19 people were killed in Texas and Oklahoma as rains continued to flood streets especially in Houston were four people perished.
Carrie Underwood 'forever grateful' to American Idol
The long-running singing contest American Idol will be entering into its final season next year, and it's sad to think that the show that has successfully launched several careers will be bidding the small screen goodbye.