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Manny Pacquiao cites Genesis 9:6, other Bible verses in defending bill to reimpose death penalty in Philippines
World boxing icon and now Philippine Senator Manny Pacquiao defended his proposed legislation reimposing the death penalty during his first privilege speech in the Senate, citing several Bible verses to back up his contention.
Religious leaders voice doubts over Hillary Clinton's expressed commitment to uphold religious liberty
Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton claims to uphold religious liberty, but a lot of people have their doubts.
3 reasons why Jesus opposed the Pharisees
Here are three principles of the Pharisees that Jesus opposed and what they can teach us about right faith today
With sales declining, Target decides to create single-toilet bathrooms
Despite facing a sharp decline in sales, retail giant Target is still standing firm on its decision to implement an inclusive bathroom policy. However, Target was forced to make a compromise and spend $20 million for single-toilet bathrooms at over 300 stores.
The Story of Christ: Feature film shot in virtual reality to be released this Christmas
A new film about the life of Christ is being released as the world's first feature-length virtual reality movie.
Could Tutu's daughter return to ministry after Church same-sex vote?
Rev Mpho Tutu-Van Furth resigned her licence to minister when she married her partner Marceline last year.
Salvation Army reports massive growth in victims of modern slavery
The number of modern slavery victims is growing exponentially in the UK, with a four-fold increase in four years of people needing help, according to a new report.
Why Jesus didn't feed the 5,000, and why it matters
The story of Jesus feeding the 5,000 is one that's puzzled sceptics and believers too.
Malaysian rap artist arrested for 'insulting Islam'
A popular Malaysian rap artist has been arrested after complaints that he had insulted Islam.
Bishops were urged not to apologise fully for child sex abuse to minimise liability risk
Bishops in the Church of England were instructed to give partial apologies to victims of clergy child sex abuse to help minimise the cost of being sued, it has been disclosed.
Poldark season 2: BBC's hit drama filmed at iconic church
The oldest Methodist building in the world features in the new series of Poldark, which returns to BBC1 on September 4.
Nike brand manager Jordan Rogers opens up about how God saved him from a life of drug dependency
Jordan Rogers, the North America Brand Manager for Nike, has achieved a successful career that many people only dream of having. But Rogers admits that it wouldn't have been possible if God did not save him from a life of drug dependency.
Charity Commission investigates ministry of 'olive oil cure' pastor Gilbert Deya
The Charity Commission has launched an inquiry into Gilbert Deya Ministries, whose founder Gilbert Deya won notoriety over his claim to be able to cure cancer through "anointed" olive oil.
Rio 2016: Olympic athletes who were ambassadors for Christ as well as their country during the Games
We expect Olympic athletes to be incredible representatives of their countries while they participate in the games, but something we don't often anticipate is their ability to be great ambassadors for Christ too. Here are some of Rio 2016's most star Olympians who made a point of giving glory to God.
Islamist extremists in prisons to be contained in separate units
Muslim extremists who "present a particular and enduring risk to national security" in prison are to be contained in special units and put through "deradicalisation" programmes.
Thousands quit Church of Norway in just a few days
More than 15,000 people have left the Lutheran Church in Norway in under a week after the launch of a new digital membership page on the Church's own website.