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Level of persecution against Christians coming close to 'genocide', says report
A government-sponsored report into persecution against Christians around the world has warned that they risk being "wiped out" in some areas, particularly the Middle East.
Protests to be held outside Westminster Abbey over nuclear deterrent service
Protests were to be held outside Westminster Abbey on Friday in opposition to a service taking place to mark 50 years of Britain's nuclear deterrent at sea.
Judge intervenes to end Twitter row between transgender activist and Catholic journalist
A judge has intervened to stop a trans woman and Catholic journalist from mentioning each other on Twitter following a row over the social media platform.
Synagogue shooting suspect was a churchgoer who thought killing Jews was God's will
The 19-year-old suspect in a fatal synagogue shooting in Poway, California, on Saturday has been revealed as a church member who thought he was doing God's will by attacking Jews.
Vandalism of chapel associated with William Wallace is a 'disgrace', says local councillor
The chapel traditionally believed to be the place where William Wallace married his childhood sweetheart has been targeted by vandals.
Australian rugby player Samu Kerevi responds to backlash over 'I love you Jesus'
Australian rugby player Samu Kerevi of the Wallabies, who apologised to fans who were offended because he declared "I love you Jesus" over Easter, has clarified his comments after an uproar on social media.
Mariah Carey gives God the credit after winning Billboard Icon Award
Pop-superstar Mariah Carey, known for her countless number one hits and elaborate ensembles, was honored with the Billboard Icon Award Wednesday night.
Christian MP Fiona Onasanya loses seat under recall rules
The Christian MP was jailed in January for lying about a speeding offence
Traditional hymns absent from top 10 most popular funeral songs
Frank Sinatra was top of the list, while not a single Christian hymn made it into the Co-op Funeralcare's top 10 most requested funeral songs.
Nearly 200 Anglican clergy urge Westminster Abbey to cancel nuclear deterrent service
Christians are asking the Dean of Westminster Abbey to "urgently reconsider" hosting a service of thanksgiving for 50 years of Britain's nuclear deterrent at sea.
Jeremy Hunt vows to support Nigeria in fight against terrorist group targeting Christians
Nigeria is joint top with Pakistan on the Open Doors World Watch List of places where Christians experience the highest levels of violent persecution, having risen two places to number 12 in the past year.
Police in Nepal investigate Christians for proselytism
Four Christians in Nepal, including one American woman, are being investigated by the authorities following allegations of proselytism.
Funding cuts have pushed children's services to breaking point - report
Children's services are "at a breaking point" after years of cuts to funding despite growing demand, says The Children's Society
In European countries that charge a church tax, support remains strong despite growing secularisation
In European countries where there is a church tax, most people are happy to pay it, even if they hardly attend services, new research has found.
How safe is your place of worship?
Our interviews found that most places of worship have a hard time implementing security. Some of this is simply not enough money.
US religious freedom report focuses on growing restrictions in China
Persecution against believers in China was front and center as the US Commission on International Religious Freedom released its 20th annual report Monday morning.