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Israeli PM in talks with Trump as scandal back home threatens his job

The issue of Iran is likely to dominate talks between the Israeli prime minister and Donald Trump in Washington today, but back home Benjamin Netanyahu is facing a growing crisis over a bribery scandal that threatens to end his premiership.

Vatican treasurer Cardinal Pell in court over historic sexual abuse allegations

Cardinal George Pell today appeared in an Australian court for the start of a four-week pre-trial hearing into charges of historical sexual offences, with his lawyers asking that a support person be allowed to sit with him because of his age and ill health.

Italy heads to the polls today with political stalemate likely

Italians went to the polls on Sunday in a vote that could bring political gridlock after an election campaign marked by anger over the listless economy, high unemployment and immigration.

Fresh trade war fears as Trump threatens to tax European auto imports

US president Donald Trump kept up pressure on trading partners on Saturday, threatening European automakers with a tax on imports if the European Union retaliates against his plan to slap tariffs on aluminum and steel.

US gun control group pledges $2.5 million for marches to end school shootings

Campaigners are calling for the Republican-controlled US Congress to overhaul gun laws to make schools safer in a country where school shootings happen multiple times a year.

Businesses try to coax Trump from trade war as aides quarrel

President Donald Trump, after shocking markets with the risk of a global trade war, came under intense pressure on Friday from US business interests and foreign trading partners to moderate his threat to slap tariffs on steel and aluminium imports.

Ancient mosaic describing Jesus Christ as 'God' to be unveiled in Israel

A rare and ancient mosaic that ascribes divinity to Jesus Christ is set to go on display for the first time.

Nearly a million American evangelicals are Jewish by descent

Nearly a million American evangelicals have Jewish blood relatives, a new survey has revealed, suggesting the strong ties between the two religious groups are more than just theological.

More churches closed down in Algeria amid growing pressure on Christians

Two more churches have been closed down by local authorities in Algeria's north-western city of Oran amid growing pressure on Christians in the north African country, according to World Watch Monitor (WWM).

How to watch Billy Graham's funeral live

Billy Graham's funeral takes place on Friday, March 2, after the great evangelist died aged 99 last week.

Royal first as Prince William set to make official visit to Israel, Palestine and Jordan

The first ever official royal visit to Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories will be made by Prince William this summer, when he will also go to Jordan, Kensington Palace has said in an announcement that is already causing diplomatic tensions in the region.