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Laura Bush and American Idol Star Visit World Vision Project in Zambia
US First lady Laura Bush has visited a World Vision-led coalition in Zambia funded by the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Joining her were daughter Jenna, Zambian First lady Maureen Mwanawasa and American Idol finalist Melinda Doolittle.
Hamas Arrests Army of Islam Leader in Alan Johnston Abduction Case
Hamas security forces have captured members of the Palestinian militant group Army of Islam, who are thought to be holding abducted BBC correspondent Alan Johnston.
Hundreds Honour 'Hero' Police in Luton Church
More than 600 mourners gathered in a Luton Church on Monday to pay their final respects to a policeman killed in the line of duty. Fellow officers, civilian colleagues and members of the public joined the family and friends of Bedfordshire Pc Jonathan Henry, 36, for a funeral service at the Holy Ghost Roman Catholic Church.
Anti-Poverty Goals Still Achievable, says UN Head
Head of the UN urges political leaders in rich and poor nations to take urgent and concerted action to eliminate global poverty.
Queen to Mark Papal Gift to Scotland
Queen to mark anniversary of gift of Sword of State to Scotland in Edinburgh this week.
Baptist World Alliance Holds Annual Gathering in Ghana
Four hundred and fifty delegates from more than 50 countries have travelled to Accra, Ghana, for the Baptist World Alliance Annual Gathering, which is taking place until 7 July.
Breakaway Anglican: Episcopal Church 'Redefining Itself as Radical Offshoot'
Members of breakaway Anglican churches in Virginia are grieving for the US Episcopal Church after its recent motion to add additional defendants to a church property lawsuit.
Web Entrepreneurs Invited to Enter Christian Blog Awards
Christians who run websites and blog sites will have the chance to share their sites with a national audience by entering the first Christian Blog Awards this summer.
Scientists Celebrate First Baby Born from Frozen 'Lab-Matured' Eggs
A baby has been born from an egg matured in the laboratory for the first time. The egg was frozen, thawed, and finally fertilised before being kept in simulated conditions to allow its development and eventual birth.
Housing Justice to Call for Action on Homelessness
Christian homelessness charity Housing Justice has announced details of a major conference to be held in central London on Thursday 19 July 2007.
Urgent Appeal for Mobile Dental Clinic in Gaza
The Archbishop of Wales is appealing for donations to sustain a vital mobile dental clinic struggling to serve the people of Gaza in the wake of recent conflict and widespread instability.
Church Development Expert Looks Beyond a Denomination in Crisis
A United Methodist leader refuses to lead a dying church. But the current reality, he indicated, is a denomination in crisis. US membership in the United Methodist Church is at its lowest level since 1930 with just over 8 million. Moreover, 41 percent of United Methodist churches across the nation did not receive a member by profession of faith in 2005.
Christians Call for 'New Vision' of Land Reform in South Africa
Christians are part of a growing voice in South Africa calling for a "new vision" of land reform that will lead to greater food security and more sustainable living.
Newsboys Marks 23rd No 1 Hit with 'Something Beautiful'
Popular Christian group Newsboys topped the Radio & Records Christian CHR chart this week with "Something Beautiful" from their fall 2007 studio release, GO. The single's success marks Newsboys' 23rd career No 1.
Bishop to Join Lords Probe into Media
The Bishop of Manchester, the Rt Rev Nigel McCulloch, is to take part in a major inquiry into the newspaper industry.
Missing Madeleine Photos Returned to Dad
Photos of missing Madeleine McCann have been returned to her family anonymously almost two weeks after they were stolen from her father on a trip to London.