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Trump, Cruz, Clinton and Sanders all pick up Primary victories
Trump, Cruz, Clinton and Sanders all pick up Primary victories

Republican presidential hopeful Ted Cruz split victories in four nominating contests with front-runner Donald Trump on Saturday, bolstering Cruz's argument that he represents the party's best chance to stop the brash New York billionaire.

Twin \'Super Saturday\' wins energise Cruz as he cuts Trump\'s lead in delegate count; Rubio, Kasich asked to quit
Twin 'Super Saturday' wins energise Cruz as he cuts Trump's lead in delegate count; Rubio, Kasich asked to quit

Top Republican presidential rivals Donald Trump and Ted Cruz scored two victories each on "Super Saturday" with Trump winning in the Louisiana primary and Kentucky caucuses while Cruz emerging as clear winner in the Maine and Kansas caucuses.

Deeply split U.S. Supreme Court weighs in on Texas abortion case, ruling likely in June
Deeply split U.S. Supreme Court weighs in on Texas abortion case, ruling likely in June

The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments from pro-life and pro-abortion advocates Wednesday as it tackled the Texas abortion regulations that could close down many abortion clinics in the state.

Relative calm in Syria but aid still desperately short
Relative calm in Syria but aid still desperately short

Humanitarian aid on Friday reached areas near the Syrian capital Damascus where fighting has been going on between rebels and government forces, but opposition groups said not enough assistance was getting through.

Relations thawing between Cuba and Europe
Relations thawing between Cuba and Europe

A deal would hand Cuba another achievement on the international stage following its détente with the United States 15 months ago and the renegotiation of its debt with creditors from the Paris Club of wealthy nations in December.

Turkey launches crackdown on newspaper and Muslim cleric - fears for freedom of speech
Turkey launches crackdown on newspaper and Muslim cleric - fears for freedom of speech

Turkish authorities seized control of the country's largest newspaper on Friday in a widening crackdown against supporters of U.S.-based Muslim cleric Fethullah Gulen, an influential foe of President Tayyip Erdogan.

Plan to \'Dump Trump\' fails to gain momentum
Plan to 'Dump Trump' fails to gain momentum

A plan to block Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump struggled to gain traction on Friday as rival candidates rejected it, while Democrats revelled in the chaos they hoped would boost their chances of keeping the White House.

Another sign of the coming apocalypse? Millions of bugs invade Argentina beach
Another sign of the coming apocalypse? Millions of bugs invade Argentina beach

Something terrifying is currently happening, this time on a beach in Argentina, where millions of beetles have shown up, fuelling fears that these insects are signs of the end of the world.

Prelude to apocalyptic U.S. earthquake? Carbon monoxide levels skyrocket over California
Prelude to apocalyptic U.S. earthquake? Carbon monoxide levels skyrocket over California

Different satellite imagery systems showed how levels of carbon monoxide and other gases spiked across California late last month, with some experts believing that this is an indication that a powerful earthquake will soon hit America.

Donald Trump leading in 9 states holding key primaries from March 5 to March 15: GOP nomination in sight?
Donald Trump leading in 9 states holding key primaries from March 5 to March 15: GOP nomination in sight?

The path is clear for Donald Trump to clinch the Republican presidential nomination following his string of victories at the start of the presidential primary contests, according to polls surveying upcoming state's races, Business Insider reported.

4 remaining GOP presidential bets all vow to support nominee after debate turns into mud-slinging contest
4 remaining GOP presidential bets all vow to support nominee after debate turns into mud-slinging contest

After another fiery bout of insult-swapping on Thursday night, the four remaining candidates for the U.S. Republican presidential nomination eventually agreed to support the GOP nominee, whoever he may be.

Mothering Sunday: Not a happy day for everyone, so tread carefully
Mothering Sunday: Not a happy day for everyone, so tread carefully

Mother's Day – if we celebrate it at all – has got to be more than hearts and flowers. If we believe in a God of love and freedom, all of us in church need to think carefully about how we communicate that for everyone on this, the most sensitive of days.

Jude Law, Benedict Cumberbatch and 40 faith leaders urge support for refugee children in Calais
Jude Law, Benedict Cumberbatch and 40 faith leaders urge support for refugee children in Calais

Jude Law, Benedict Cumberbatch and a delegation of 40 faith leaders have urged the UK and French governments to act immediately to help unaccompanied children living in the refugee camp in Calais.

5 Bible passages for Mothers\' Day
5 Bible passages for Mothers' Day

Mothers' Day is just around the corner in the United Kingdom, and many are trying to find the best gift to make their mums happy for the occasion as it only comes round once a year.

New job for hijab-wearing Christian college professor
New job for hijab-wearing Christian college professor

The Christian academic who was first suspeded and then left her college after she stated that Muslims and Christians worship the same God has a new job.

Hundreds of children suffer \'soul murder\' at hands of clergy abusers
Hundreds of children suffer 'soul murder' at hands of clergy abusers

A Catholic diocese in the US is to publish a full list of all priests who have been accused of child sex crimes after a Grand Jury report disclosed a horrifiying catalogue of abuse.