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Sexualisation Harms Women's Mental & Physical Health, Reports Say
US experts recently warned that the media's portrayal of young women as sex objects harms girls' mental and physical health. Magazines, television, video games and music videos all have a detrimental effect, a task force from the American Psychological Association reported.
World Vision Aids Flood Crisis in Mozambique
World Vision has recently distributed 150 metric tonnes of food to communities in the city of Mutarara, following the devastating floods in Mozambique.
Sexualisation Harms Women's Mental & Physical Health, Reports Say
US experts recently warned that the media's portrayal of young women as sex objects harms girls' mental and physical health. Magazines, television, video games and music videos all have a detrimental effect, a task force from the American Psychological Association reported.
World Vision Aids Flood Crisis in Mozambique
World Vision has distributed 150 metric tonnes of food to communities in the city of Mutarara, following the devastating floods in Mozambique.
David Cameron a 'Fan of Faith Schools'
David Cameron has stated that he wants to send his daughter to a faith school rather than allow her to get "a bit lost" in a standard state primary. The Conservative leader is preparing to reject at least 15 schools to send his daughter to a faith school, the Telegraph reports.
World Ecumenical Body Supports 'Groundbreaking' Climate Statement
The World Council of Churches (WCC) has endorsed a groundbreaking climate change statement, which has been produced following an unprecedented consensus among high-level representatives of the corporate world as well as civil, religious and educational institutions.
Tickets for 'Louder' AIDS Concert Go On Sale
Tickets for 'Louder', a concert promoting awareness for African-based HIV/AIDS charities, are now available for purchase. The event, which will be held at the Royal Albert Hall on 7 May, 2007, will feature multiple Grammy and Dove award-winning US artists Third Day and TobyMac (from dc talk) as the headline performers at the launch event.
GMA Dove Awards Nominations Announced
Nominations were announced yesterday for the 38th Annual GMA Dove Awards by the Gospel Music Association (GMA). While newcomers led the field alongside established artists, several producers and songwriters also earned multiple nominations.
Tearfund Welcomes Mugabe Sanctions, Fears for Zimbabwe's Poor
Tearfund has welcomed the EU decision to renew the 'restricted measures' against President Mugabe's regime in Zimbabwe. But while their renewal sends a message of continuing disapproval from the international community, the poor and marginalised have never been so desperate, says Christian humanitarian agency Tearfund.
Lord Carey Makes Prayer Plea as General Synod Prepares for Gay Debate
The former Archbishop of Canterbury has backed a plea for churches to open their doors for prayer as the General Synod of the Church of England debates so-called 'gay Christians' in the Church.
EU Nations Must Prevent Climate Jeopardy, Ministers Warn
Ministers have warned that all EU nations must back proposals to cut harmful emissions by 30% by 2020 or risk jeopardising the global effort to curb climate change.
Share Jesus International Announces Plans for Pentecost Festival
Share Jesus International has announced plans for Pentecost Festival, a huge Christian event which will take place throughout major focal areas of London in 2008.
Anglican Leaders 'Unequivocally' Ban Gay Blessings & Consecrations
World Anglican leaders have demanded that the US Episcopal Church (ECUSA) unequivocally bar official prayers for gay couples and the consecration of more gay bishops, Monday 19th February.
Christian Aid Urges Morrisons & Barclays Over Climate Change
Christian Aid's new Climate Change campaign has been launched yesterday, outside Barclays Tower at Canary Wharf, London.
World Ecumenical Head Urges New Global Vision to Thousands in India
World Ecumenical leader, Rev Samuel Kobia has preached the valedictory sermon at the 112th Maramon Convention, which took place 11-18 February at Maramon, Kerala, India.
Europe Churches Commit to Overcoming Violence
Orthodox, Catholic, Anglican and Protestant church representatives gathered on 17 February in Wittenberg, Germany with a clear focus set on the Decade to Overcome Violence (DOV).