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'There is great fear in the air': What's happening in Burundi?
Riots have erupted in Burundi's capital over the president's decision to stand for a third electoral term, raising fears that violence could become ethnicised.
Is this what Jesus would have looked like as a boy?
Not much is known about Jesus as a young boy, but Italian police have created a digital image of what they claim he would have looked like.
Obama seeks to reassure Gulf allies over Iran nuclear deal
The US president is expected to make a renewed push for a region-wide defence system.
Prince will play Baltimore in Freddie Gray tribute
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Prince will perform a special concert in Baltimore on Sunday.
Imprisoned pastor Saeed Abedini's 35th birthday wish is for revival in America
US citizen Pastor Saeed Abedini will celebrate his birthday, Thursday, May 7, in his Iranian jail cell.
Baltimore pastor works with faith leaders to bring healing to the city after Freddie Gray unrest
A Baltimore pastor has joined with leaders of other faiths to address the needs of the city following recent unrest in response to the death of 25-year-old Freddie Gray, who sustained a fatal spinal injury while in police custody.
Homeless donor who moved the heart of a congregation wants to remain anonymous
The homeless man who inspired the faithful of a North Carolina church by leaving an 18 cent donation along with a touching message wishes to remain anonymous despite all of the publicity his act of kindness has received.
High school principal says he was fired for reading Bible with students
Manchester High School Principal Dr. Michael Lehr claims he was fired for reading the Bible and praying with students during a meeting of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes in his school.
Jailed pastor Saeed Abedini faces even more pressure from Iran; extended prison time a possibility
Despite the assurance US President Barack Obama that securing the release of US-Iranian pastor Saeed Abedini from an Iranian prison remains a top priority, the pastor is is still faced with the possibility of extended jail time as he faces pressure to renounce Christianity.
Immigration, the economy and other issues Pope Francis may raise in his address to the US Congress
Pope will not shy away from issues affecting the faithful, top adviser says
Pastor embarks on 200 mile walk to raise awareness on homelessness
A Michigan pastor has embarked on a 200 mile walk from the Mackinac Bridge to the Abundant Life Mission in Menominee, in an effort to raise $100,000 for the benefit of homeless people.
Women use #BreastiesStrong to send message to pastor for anti cleavage message
Women are using the #BreastiesStrong hashtag to respond to a Sussex pastor's Facebook message labelling women who post selfies with their cleavages exposed as insecure.
Migrants are 'exploited, rejected and vulnerable', says Catholic Archbishop
Archbishop Peter Smith urged prayer for migrants and politicians responsible for deciding policy.
Bali Nine case sparks Australian campaign to end capital punishment around the world
The deaths of Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran have led to calls to ban the death penalty.
Coptic bishop claims Egyptian authorities are behind Christian persecution
Local authorities are behind the persecution and harrassment of Christians in Minya, Bishop Agathon claims.
Boko Haram weakening as Nigerian forces advance
The Nigerian militant group is fracturing as shortages of weapons and fuel foment tensions between its foot soldiers and leaders.