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Kabul goes into \'lock-down\' after protest clashes
Kabul goes into 'lock-down' after protest clashes

Streets in the centre of the Afghan capital Kabul were closed on Saturday as authorities tried to prevent a repeat of a demonstration that degenerated into clashes between protesters and police and left four people dead.

Philippines casino attack was \'terrorist\' act, says senior law-maker
Philippines casino attack was 'terrorist' act, says senior law-maker

A gunman who stormed and torched a Manila casino, killing 36 people, was a 'lone wolf' terrorist, a top Philippines law-maker said on Saturday, contradicting the police's assertion that the man had merely wanted to steal gambling chips.

Evangelical church member admits in court to starting beating to expel \'homosexual demons\' from fellow member
Evangelical church member admits in court to starting beating to expel 'homosexual demons' from fellow member

One of five people charged with beating a fellow church member to expel 'homosexual demons' has admitted in court that she started the assault by slapping the man.

There\'s an important faith lesson hidden in Jesus\' response to blind Bartimaeus shouting at Him
There's an important faith lesson hidden in Jesus' response to blind Bartimaeus shouting at Him

He may have been a poor blind beggar, but there was something really remarkable about Bartimaeus.

Archbishop Welby: \'It is our duty to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem just as they did in Nehemiah\'
Archbishop Welby: 'It is our duty to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem just as they did in Nehemiah'

The Archbishop of Canterbury has visited RCCG Jesus house to speak about the 'Thy Kingdom Come' prayer movement.

Terrorist attacks like Manchester are a sign of End Times, says pastor
Terrorist attacks like Manchester are a sign of End Times, says pastor

"A lot of people, we look at something like Manchester and we think of lawbreakers but we don't think about a spirit behind that and where that originated from," says Phil Hotsenpiller.

Pentecost - what is it and why is it so important?
Pentecost - what is it and why is it so important?

Pentecost is the celebration of the coming of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Church. The story is recounted in the Book of Acts. 'When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place,' we are told.

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.