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Peace in Afghanistan will take more than 'quick fixes'
Christian Aid says government ministers meeting in Bonn must take "concrete steps" towards long-term development in Afghanistan
Grammy nomination caps a great year for Laura Story
This year has seen album success and numerous award nods for the talented worship artist
Faith leaders call for urgent action on climate change
As world governments grind their way through the latest round of UN climate talks in Durban, faith leaders are urging them to put humanity first.
Study reveals Christians' strong distrust towards atheists
"Where there are religious majorities â that is, in most of the world â atheists are among the least trusted people," says the lead researcher
Most blasphemy cases in Pakistan are false, says Muslim lawyer
A Muslim lawyer in Pakistan estimates that around 95 per cent of the prosecutions for insulting the Prophet Muhammad or the Koran have no basis.
Secularists challenge council prayers at High Court
Secularists are challenging the saying of prayers in local council meetings at the High Court today.
Donât forget the political message of Christmas, says think tank
Christmas may be a season of tinsel, mince pies, carol services and family get-togethers, but thereâs a serious political message wrapped up in the Christmas story too, says Theos.
Christian Bale pulls out of 'Noah' film
Christian Bale will no longer star in Darren Aronofskyâs $130 million biblical epic âNoahâ due to his busy schedule, Variety recently confirmed.
Billy Graham in good spirits despite hospitalisation
Evangelist Billy Graham is keeping a positive attitude during his hospitalisation for respiratory problems.
Church of Scotland rejects same-sex marriage proposals
The Church of Scotland has given an unequivocal 'no' to the Scottish Government's proposal to redefine marriage.
Christian Aid photography exhibition highlights AIDS stigma
An exhibition to coincide with World AIDS Day reveals the stigma still associated with the condition around the world.
More needs to be done to prevent HIV, says ACET
The Christian HIV and AIDS charity is calling for greater investment in HIV prevention
Christmas re-tooled for the 21st century
Damaris Trust has launched a new video Advent calendar to help people mark each day to Christmas.
Archbishop condemns sexual violence on World AIDS Day
People around the world are marking World AIDS Day today
Being God's hands and feet
Situated in Bristol is a beacon of hope for drug addicts and the homeless.
Disappointment over gloomy economic forecasts
A senior minister in the Church of Scotland has accused Chancellor George Osborne of not doing enough to help the poor and vulnerable.