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Map that omits Israel leaves publisher facing storm of protest
Publisher HarperCollins is to pulp copies of an atlas destined for customers in the Gulf.
Christian surfers save family from drowning
Caught in rip tide off a New Zealand beach, a mother and her two sons were minutes from death.
AirAsia crash killed 41 members of one church
The Christian community of Surabaya has been devastated by the tragedy.
Liberia relaxes Ebola rules for New Year's Eve services as aid workers warn of complacency
The population is "much less vigilant" about the disease, says Medecins Sans Frontieres.
Cuba dissident crackdown strains new relationship with US
Obama critics say the arrests show that the Castro regime has not changed.
US and Israeli anger as Palestine signs up to International Criminal Court
The move is branded as counterproductive, but Palestinians see no other options.
36 dead in China's New Year's Eve tragedy
Packed crowds stampeded in Shanghai after fake money was thrown from a building.
The demise of the Mayans may have been down to severe drought
Researchers think a severe drought may be behind the collapse of the ancient civilisation
3 in 4 Americans still identify with Christianity in 2014 â poll
With just a few days left until 2015, a newly-released poll has found that the majority of Americans still identify with the Christian faith.
Nine dead after Alberta rampage; multiple crime scenes described as 'horrific' by police
Nine dead after Alberta rampage; multiple crime scenes described as 'horrific' by police
Iranian aid convoys poised to deliver aid to Iraqi Christians
Food, blankets and medical supplies are to be donated through the Red Crescent.
Pope Francis to back climate change campaign
A major statement is expected in the spring after the Pope visits the Philippines region devastated by Typhoon Haiyan in 2012.
Pastor shoots assailant in church gun battle
A former employee has been left seriously injured after his minister returned fire.
Coptic bishop warns that Middle East is losing hope
The head of the UK's Coptic Orthodox Church says that the international community and religious leaders must do more.
Palestinian statehood move at United Nations fails, US votes against
A resolution calling for a peace deal within 12 months is blocked.
Jailed pastor Saeed Abedini should be freed, US tells Iran
State Department says detainees should be released, though reports of a prisoner swap have been denied.