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Cross Pollinate: Fundraising with a heart
A novel new Christian initiative is hoping to take fundraising from the awkward and impersonal to intimate and involved.
Gay man files $70m suit against Bible publishers over 'homosexual' verses
A homosexual man has filed a $70 million lawsuit against Bible publishers Zondervan and Thomas Nelson, alleging that their version of the Bible that refers to homosexuality as a sin violates his constitutional rights and has caused him emotional distress.
Evangelical Alliance welcomes ruling in favour of Christian registrar
The Evangelical Alliance has hailed an employment tribunal's ruling in favour of a Christian registrar "a triumph for the place of conscience in public duties".
Pope Benedict 'rock star' of World Youth Day in Sydney
Pope Benedict arrives in Sydney on Sunday as the headline "rock star" act in the Catholic Church's World Youth Day - its version of Woodstock, five days of peace, love and Christianity.
Davis regains seat amid low turnout
Former shadow Home Secretary David Davis on Friday won the Haltemprice and Howden by-election triggered by his decision to make a stand over civil liberties, although only a third of voters turned out.
London stab deaths pass the 50 mark
Two more fatal stabbings in London have taken this year's grim toll past 50 but Scotland Yard said on Friday the city is not suffering an epidemic of knife crime.
Insurers reach deal over flood cover
The government said on Friday it reached agreement with insurers to ensure millions of homes and businesses in areas at risk of flooding will still receive cover in the light of last year's devastating floods.
Fifth teenager charged over Townsend stabbing
A fifth teenager has been charged with the murder of Shakilus Townsend who was stabbed to death in south London last week, police said on Friday.
Iran to hold nuclear talks with EU's Solana
Iran's chief nuclear negotiator will meet European Union foreign policy chief Javier Solana in Geneva on July 19 for talks on Iran's disputed nuclear programme, an Iranian national security official said on Friday.
Apple's new iPhone snapped up in Asia and Europe
Apple's new iPhone made its hotly awaited debut on Friday, with buyers storming stores in Asia and queues forming in European cities.
Electoral register details 'should not be sold'
Selling the electoral register to marketing companies is no way for local authorities to treat people's personal information and could even put them off voting, according to a report.
Sellafield contract won by URS-led consortium
The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has awarded the contract to manage nuclear sites at Sellafield to a consortium including U.S. company URS Corp's Washington International unit, AMEC and France's Areva.
RSPCA warns of 'puppy trafficking'
The RSPCA on Friday warned dog-lovers to be aware of the dangers of "puppy trafficking", saying people were taking a risk if they bought their puppies from the internet, newspapers ads or even some pet shops.
Easy to use websites catch out wary shoppers
Although Britons are cautious about shopping online, the vast majority can be lulled into a false sense of security by easy-to-use websites, according to a survey.
Israeli police resume Olmert bribery probe
Israeli police investigators began questioning Prime Minister Ehud Olmert on Friday for a third time over allegations he took bribes from an American businessman.
North Korea nuclear talks enter second day
Negotiators trying to move forward with disarming North Korea made progress during a second day of talks on Friday on agreeing methods to verify the North's own account of its nuclear activities, an official said.