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Sri Lanka's Easter Sunday attacks were meant for an international audience, but they have local consequences
Sri Lanka happened to be the stage for a play that could have been performed in so many other places across the globe. The important thing was that the world was watching.
Evolution: as a religious professor of science education, we need to rethink how we teach it
The fact is that a large number of young people are reluctant to accept evolution.
Israel Folau sues Rugby Australia over dismissal after 'hell awaits' Instagram post
Israel Folau is taking Ruby Australia to court following its decision to terminate his contract after he posted a picture to Instagram saying that "hell awaits" homosexuals and others.
Pope approves change to Lord's Prayer but UK's Catholics will stick with original
The Pope has signed off on changes to the Lord's Prayer in Italian but Catholics in the UK will continue to use the original English version for now.
Leaders of Britain and France pay tribute to bravery and sacrifice of D-Day veterans
The leaders of France and Britain paid tribute to the sacrifice of D-Day veterans on Thursday, the 75th anniversary of the largest ever seaborne invasion that opened the way for western Europe's liberation from Nazi Germany.
Ex-Vatican treasurer's child sex offence conviction should stand - prosecutor
Jailed former Vatican treasurer George Pell will find out within weeks whether his conviction on child sex offences stands, is overturned or he has to face another trial after prosecutors on Thursday urged an Australian court to reject his appeal.
Dutch Baptists on the way to merger
Two Baptist denominations in the Netherlands are making steady progress on the road to unity. After years of intense talks since 2011, their leaders recently signed a 'declaration of intention', agreeing to form one organisation in the near future.
Queen, world leaders mark 75th anniversary of D-Day
The Queen has led the tributes to those who took part in D-Day 75 years ago in a major celebration bringing together world leaders including Donald Trump and Angela Merkel in Portsmouth.
WWII veteran and Salvation Army commissioner, 95, skydives into Normandy to remember D-Day
A Salvation Army Commissioner who first parachuted into Normandy 75 years ago for D-Day was today jumping again over the site of that historic invasion in memory of his fallen comrades.
Thanksgiving service for D-Day on UK flagship HMS Albion
Officers on the Royal Navy's flagship HMS Albion formed a giant number '75' on the flight deck to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day.
Archbishop remembers bravery and sacrifice of all those who took part in D-Day
The Archbishop of Canterbury was among those remembering the brave members of the Allied forces who took part in D-Day 75 years ago in what was a major turning point in World War Two.
Bishop of Chelmsford denies suggesting vicar could leave Church of England over transgender views
The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev Stephen Cottrell, said in a letter to clergy that he did not ask or imply that vicar John Parker should leave the Church of England on account of his views
Pastor David Platt prays over Donald Trump after US President makes unannounced visit to church
President Donald Trump made a brief unannounced visit to McLean Bible Church Sunday morning where Pastor David Platt prayed for him on stage.
More Americans think premarital sex and divorce are morally acceptable
An increasing majority of Americans view divorce, sex outside of marriage, gay relationships and birth control as morally acceptable while a majority of Americans continue to view abortion as morally wrong, according to new Gallup data.
Are you burnt out at work? Ask yourself these 4 questions
In today's digital age, we're losing the ability to switch off from our work.
Health Check: what's the best way to sit?
Particularly when we're sitting for long periods at a desk, there are a few things we should keep in mind.