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MP withdraws amendment on censorship zones around abortion clinics
A Labour MP has withdrawn an amendment to a controversial Bill on protesting that sought to introduce censorship zones around abortion clinics nationwide.
The uniqueness of George Müller
George Müller's unique life demonstrated to his contemporaries that God could be trusted. It says the same to us today.
Who was Elizabeth Fry and why was she important?
The story of how a middle-class lady was able to reform the appalling conditions under which prisoners were treated in Britain and in many other countries, is a classic example of the way God can use unlikely people to extraordinary effect.
Most Scots want DIY abortion to end - consultation
Only 17% of submissions supported making 'DIY' home abortions available permanently in Scotland.
Street preacher to receive £3,250 payout from police over wrongful arrest
A Christian street preacher arrested "for preaching on gay rights and abortion" has won his legal challenge against West Yorkshire Police.
Jim Bakker to pay $156,000 over Covid-19 claims
Controversial televangelist Jim Bakker is to pay $156,000 in restitution over claims on his TV show about a product for Covid-19.
Documentary series to probe Hillsong and Carl Lentz scandal
A new documentary will be taking a closer look at Hillsong in the wake of the Carl Lentz scandal that led to a major overhaul across the Australia-based Church.
Why is Mexico one of the most dangerous places to be a priest?
Many groups view religious leaders and their influence on their communities as a threat to their power, and as such often attempt to use them as a means of ensuring the total cooperation of civilians in the areas under their control. Where leaders refuse to be used in this manner, they can face threats, violence, extortion, and even execution.
Conditions deteriorate in Mozambique as Islamist rebels go on the attack
Save the Children, Plan International and World Vision warn that children are suffering disproportionately.
Vatican raises 'freedom of thought' concerns over Italian hate speech Bill
In what some say is an "unprecedented" move, the Vatican lodged a diplomatic protest against an Italian bill that would penalize discrimination and hate speech based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Why the left-wing bias of so many Anglican clergy?
The Bishop of St Davids, Joanna Penberthy, seems to be in trouble over her 'never trust a Tory' tweet but the left-wing bias of Anglican clergy in the UK is hardly hot news.
English and French bishops in joint appeal over treatment of migrants
Bishops on both sides of the English Channel have appealed to their countries for more "constructive" policies on migrants and refugees than "closing frontiers".
Scotland's assisted suicide plans are 'dangerous', says disabled MSP
A Labour MSP has warned of the risks to disabled people if assisted suicide is legalised.
Persecuted Christians feel the effects of Iran's change to the law
Iran recently changed the law to criminalise "deviant education or propaganda", and it is already being used to persecute Christians.
Scottish assisted suicide Bill is threat to vulnerable and disabled people
Campaigners have warned of "huge risks to the most vulnerable" if Scotland legalises assisted suicide.
Christians protest hostile climate in Bangladesh
Christians in Bangladesh believe the designation of Islam as the official state religion is the source of many of their problems.