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One in quintillions: The Earth is a unique planet in the universe, astronomers find out
One in quintillions: The Earth is a unique planet in the universe, astronomers find out

A team of astronomers led by Erik Zackrisson from the Uppsala University in Sweden recently concluded that the Earth is indeed a one-of-a-kind planet, and no other space object can come close to its ability to support life.

Donald Trump sparks Muslim anger with his \'bullets dipped in pig\'s blood\' story on how to stop Islamic terrorists
Donald Trump sparks Muslim anger with his 'bullets dipped in pig's blood' story on how to stop Islamic terrorists

The Muslim community in the United States could not stomach Donald Trump anymore and has decided to fight back.

Donald Trump wins evangelical vote in massive South Carolina primary victory: \'They love me and I love them\'
Donald Trump wins evangelical vote in massive South Carolina primary victory: 'They love me and I love them'

With his massive victory in the South Carolina primary on Saturday night, Donald Trump has proven that indeed the "evangelicals love me and I love them."

Ben Carson not quitting Republican race despite last-place finish in South Carolina: \'We remain undaunted\'
Ben Carson not quitting Republican race despite last-place finish in South Carolina: 'We remain undaunted'

Dr. Ben Carson finished last among six Republican candidates in South Carolina's primary on Saturday night, but he's far from done.

Can textual data studies of the Bible and the Quran ever be helpful?
Can textual data studies of the Bible and the Quran ever be helpful?

In light of negative attitudes towards Islam and the fact that this research was conducted by a company whose modus operandi is to analyse textual data, it's clear to see the motivation behind this task. But can we really learn anything from a textual analysis of religious texts? And is research like this more harmful than helpful?

10 questions to ask yourself if you think you\'re at risk of becoming a cultural Christian
10 questions to ask yourself if you think you're at risk of becoming a cultural Christian

Some of us will have experienced times when we're essentially just going through the motions when it comes to our faith. It's understandable that we go through low points, periods of doubt or sometimes temporarily drift away from God. But how can we stop these occasional dry spells from leading to a permanent drought?

Thousands could be forced to leave Calais \'jungle\' tomorrow
Thousands could be forced to leave Calais 'jungle' tomorrow

Refugees squatting in a shanty town outside Calais in northern France ignored an official order to evacuate part of their camp, hoping a court hearing on Tuesday will halt its demolition.

Philippines Catholic Church defends Manny Pacquiao over anti-gay comments
Philippines Catholic Church defends Manny Pacquiao over anti-gay comments

The Catholic Church in the Philippines has defended Christian boxer Manny Pacquiao following his comment that gay couples are "worse than animals".

Elderly pastor \'illegally detained\' brings lawsuit against Chinese authorities
Elderly pastor 'illegally detained' brings lawsuit against Chinese authorities

An elderly Christian pastor detained by Chinese authorities has had his case taken on by a Beijing-based law firm.

First black Southern Baptist president says US race relations worse under Obama
First black Southern Baptist president says US race relations worse under Obama

Race relations in America have worsened under President Obama's leadership, a former head of the Southern Baptist Convention has claimed.

Harvard to combat religious illiteracy with free online course
Harvard to combat religious illiteracy with free online course

Harvard University is launching a free online religious literacy course to combat widespread misunderstanding about world faiths.

\'The Tweet of God\' Twitter account is done, says author
'The Tweet of God' Twitter account is done, says author

The man behind the parody @TheTweetOfGod Twitter account is ending it, he has announced.

Can you be a Christian and believe in ghosts?
Can you be a Christian and believe in ghosts?

Two paranormal investigators claim to have filmed a strange monk-like figure during a visit to an ancient ruined church in Clophill, Bedfordshire.

Marco Rubio did not mock the Bible, Cruz campaign admits
Marco Rubio did not mock the Bible, Cruz campaign admits

Ted Cruz' campaign suffered another embarrassment after a video purporting to show him mocking the Bible was exposed as a fake.

Kathie Lee Gifford shares how Billy Graham helped bring her to God
Kathie Lee Gifford shares how Billy Graham helped bring her to God

American host and actress Kathie Lee Gifford can never forget the day she accepted Jesus Christ into her life, and it all started when she first heard legendary American evangelist Billy Graham talk about his faith.

Ken Ham not losing hope that atheists would eventually find Jesus and stop hating Christians
Ken Ham not losing hope that atheists would eventually find Jesus and stop hating Christians

Answers in Genesis founder and creationist Ken Ham is not losing giving up hope that atheists would find salvation in God. As much as they profess to hate Christians and everything related to God, Ham believes that God's love and power is far stronger.