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Afghan Taliban say Korean Hostages in Good Health
Twenty-three South Korean hostages held by Taliban rebels in Afghanistan are in good health and any use of force to rescue them would put their lives at risk, a Taliban spokesman said on Monday.
Thousands of Homes Without Water after Floods
Thousands of people in Gloucestershire were without water on Monday after a treatment works had to be shut down due to flooding from torrential rain.
Why You Shouldn't Skip Breakfast
Out of the three meals a day, breakfast is considered the most important, but is also the most frequently missed...
Former Church Premieres Slavery Drama
Intermission Theatre, a former derelict church in London, will host the world premiere of a slavery drama next week. Cracking the Whip is about a small-time Hackney drug dealer who finds himself transported back in time to a South Virginia slave plantation.
Major HIV/Aids Conference Opens in Sydney
The world's biggest scientific HIV and Aids conference opened in Australia on Sunday with experts calling for more funding for research and new findings which suggest male circumcision can reduce infection by 60 per cent.
Archbishop of Armagh expresses Doubt over Anglican Covenant
The Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland, the Most Rev Alan Harper, has spoken out on the "sin" of division plaguing what he calls the "tortured" Anglican Communion.
Coach Carrying Poland Pilgrims Crashes in France, 26 Dead
At least 26 Polish pilgrims died on Sunday when their coach crashed off a mountain road at a notorious accident blackspot in the French Alps and burst into flames, police and officials said.
Archbishop of York Meets Severely Disabled Children
The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, has visited the York-based Family Fund, a national charity working with severely disabled children and their families.
Prep Time ahead of Mission to Seafarers' Cycle Challenge
Mission to Seafarers supporters are getting themselves into shape ahead of this year's Tour Pour La Mer cycle challenge to raise vital funds for the mission organisation's work with seafarers and shippers.
Prep Time ahead of Mission to Seafarers' Cycle Challenge
Mission to Seafarers supporters are getting themselves into shape ahead of this year's Tour Pour La Mer cycle challenge to raise vital funds for the mission organisation's work with seafarers and shippers.
Archbishop of York Meets Severely Disabled Children
The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, has visited the York-based Family Fund, a national charity working with severely disabled children and their families.
Family Members Pray for Korean Hostages' Release
Tearful family members of South Korean volunteers held hostage by Afghan Taliban rebels prayed for their safe release at their church on Sunday.
Religious Controversy as Final Harry Potter Launches
The latest Harry Potter book launched worldwide, sparking religious controversy in Israel. Religious politicians are accusing the bookstores - which will be opening on the Sabbath, the Jewish holy day - of putting profits ahead of religious sensitivities for agreeing to open their shops to sell the final instalment to eager fans.
Rise of Christian Games Creates Buzz Ahead of Developers Conference
With Christian games emerging more and more into the mainstream market, there is a need of collaboration to keep the high level of quality...
10 Tips For Better Sleep Tonight
We all know how important a good night's sleep is; it affects our productivity, focus, mood, energy and performance...
'More Cake, Vicar?' Campaign to Support Anglican Mission Abroad
'More Cake, Vicar?' One mission group certainly hopes so, as it encourages churches to bake and sell cakes to raise funds for Anglican mission abroad.