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Target's 'Annie' ad called 'racist' in Change.org petition

Iranian aid convoys poised to deliver aid to Iraqi Christians

Food, blankets and medical supplies are to be donated through the Red Crescent.

Pope Francis to back climate change campaign

A major statement is expected in the spring after the Pope visits the Philippines region devastated by Typhoon Haiyan in 2012.

Pastor shoots assailant in church gun battle

A former employee has been left seriously injured after his minister returned fire.

Coptic bishop warns that Middle East is losing hope

The head of the UK's Coptic Orthodox Church says that the international community and religious leaders must do more.

Catholic bishop: Church should recognise same-sex relationships

Exclusivity, loyalty and care are what matters, says Bishop of Antwerp.

What do 2014's top songs tell us? No. 1: Happy - Pharrell Williams

Krish Kandiah looks at what the year's best-selling songs tell us about ourselves and our culture. Topping the list is Pharrell Williams' 'Happy'.

8 times Pope Francis struggled with his outfit in 2014

2014 has been a tricky sartorial year for Pope Francis...

Palestinian statehood move at United Nations fails, US votes against

A resolution calling for a peace deal within 12 months is blocked.

Jailed pastor Saeed Abedini should be freed, US tells Iran

State Department says detainees should be released, though reports of a prisoner swap have been denied.

Police anger at New York mayor remains, sharp fall in arrests

Tensions over Bill de Blasio's turbulent relationship with the department have been linked to a "virtual work stoppage".

Crashed AirAsia plane believed found on ocean floor

Authorities believe it was intact when it hit the water.

Low-key Christmas for Pakistan's persecuted Christians

Christmas in Pakistan was modest this year as Christians in Karachi toned down their celebration in respect for the 148 people who were slain in the Peshawar school attack.

Girl writes heartbreaking Facebook post before suicide

ISIS violence is turning people off the Muslim faith - Middle East expert

ISIS violence is backfiring by turning people off the Muslim faith - ministry leader

Chipotle employee faces disciplinary action after 'Hands up, don't shoot' protest`

Chipotle employee faces disciplinary action after 'Hands up, don't shoot' protest