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How can one of the world\'s most famous churches be in danger of actually falling down?
How can one of the world's most famous churches be in danger of actually falling down?

One of the most iconic churches in the world is in serious danger. Reports say concern is so high among experts that emergency work is required to prevent further damage at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.

Gay marriage in church in Scotland threatens more division for world Anglicans
Gay marriage in church in Scotland threatens more division for world Anglicans

Gay weddings in British churches are expected to be legalised for the first time next week with the Scottish Episcopal Church (SEC) likely to change their definition of marriage.

Living in a \'post-truth\' world: The incredible things we can accomplish if we look through the eyes of Jesus
Living in a 'post-truth' world: The incredible things we can accomplish if we look through the eyes of Jesus

Now is the time when the Church as the Body of Christ has to hold firm and witness through our words – and more importantly, our actions – what it means to be followers of Jesus.

Donald Trump\'s Muslim ban could be reinstated within just two weeks
Donald Trump's Muslim ban could be reinstated within just two weeks

Donald Trump's so-called Muslim ban could be reinstated in just two weeks after the White House asked the US Supreme Court to intervene.

Scripture Union - Famous evangelical organisation marks 150th anniversary
Scripture Union - Famous evangelical organisation marks 150th anniversary

One of the most well-known names in the evangelical Christian world is marking its 150th anniversary today. Scripture Union, which began on 2 June 1867 in Islington, North London, is celebrating its 150th birthday.

Trump climate cop-out could \'end US supremacy\' on the world stage
Trump climate cop-out could 'end US supremacy' on the world stage

Churches, bishops, the pope and Christian charities are uniting in horror at Donald Trump's decision to withdraw from the 2015 Paris climate change agreement.

Are fidget spinners Satanic?
Are fidget spinners Satanic?

Popular online post claims it looks like a satanic symbol because of the resemblance to the number 666. 'Parents be aware – Satan is targeting and indoctrinating the children with these toys,' it says.

Manila Attack: 36 dead as officials deny Islamist terror link
Manila Attack: 36 dead as officials deny Islamist terror link

At least 36 people are dead and 54 injured in the Philippine capital of Manila after a lone gunman burst into a casino and opened fire.

Anger and dismay as Trump rejects Paris climate change deal
Anger and dismay as Trump rejects Paris climate change deal

Trump, tapping into the 'America First' message he used when he was elected president last year, said the Paris accord would undermine the US economy, cost US jobs, weaken American national sovereignty and put the country at a permanent disadvantage to the other countries of the world.

Hallmark shoppers unhappy over cards celebrating gender transitions
Hallmark shoppers unhappy over cards celebrating gender transitions

The company's transgender-focused cards came into the spotlight last week after a tweet by a teen who took pictures of them went viral.

Pro-Planned Parenthood dresses made out of abortion provider\'s flyers and condoms are \'sick\', says Christian leader
Pro-Planned Parenthood dresses made out of abortion provider's flyers and condoms are 'sick', says Christian leader

The dresses were made by a pair of teenagers enrolled at the New York City-based Ethical Culture Fieldston School for a fashion show.

Foster parents being told to support gender transition or lose kids; Christians staying quiet on true beliefs
Foster parents being told to support gender transition or lose kids; Christians staying quiet on true beliefs

Christian couples are finding it increasingly tough to foster children because of the pressure to agree with state policies on homosexuality and transgender issues.

Will \'Thy Kingdom Come\' fill the churches? Wrong question, says the Archbishop of Canterbury
Will 'Thy Kingdom Come' fill the churches? Wrong question, says the Archbishop of Canterbury

There's no doubt that it's caught people's imaginations. But what's behind it, and how should we assess its worth?

50 years on, what The Beatles\' Sgt. Pepper teaches us about music
50 years on, what The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper teaches us about music

50 years ago today, one of the most influential albums of all time was released. What can it teach us?

Pro-life \'born again Christian\' Madeleine Runkles, pregnant at 18, defends herself after graduation ceremony ban
Pro-life 'born again Christian' Madeleine Runkles, pregnant at 18, defends herself after graduation ceremony ban

The 18-year old pregnant student banned by a conservative Christian school from taking part in its graduation ceremony for having pre-marital sex has written a lengthy defence of her position in the Washington Post.

\'Dodgy allies\': Why won\'t Theresa May publish a report on jihadist funding in the UK?
'Dodgy allies': Why won't Theresa May publish a report on jihadist funding in the UK?

Theresa May is being urged to publish a report on Saudi funding of extremism in the UK after the second attack by a British-born terrorist in two months.