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Syrian refugees are risking their souls in Europe, says Islamic State
The magazine of Islamic State said those who leave its domain were committing a "major sin".

American Ultra: Is it ok for Christians to watch violent films?
American Ultra: Is it ok for Christians to watch violent films?

Five Reasons MPs Must Not Legalise Assisted Suicide
This is a milestone moment - here are five arguments against a change in the law.

Evangelicals and LGBT unite against Northern Ireland same-sex marriage referendum
Evangelicals and LGBT activists are united in opposition to calls for a referendum on same-sex marriage in Northern Ireland.

EU chief wants Europe to take 160,000 refugees but promises tougher border controls
Jean-Claude Juncker is facing opposition from national leaders.

Nation honours the Queen as she becomes its longest-reigning monarch
Her Majesty said the landmark was not something to which she had ever aspired.

Syria: Russian troops are fighting alongside Assad regime
Russia sent two tank landing ships and cargo aircraft to Syria in the past day or so.

Ben Carson vows to overtake Donald Trump through 'slipstream' strategy, positive campaign
Controversial business tycoon Donald Trump is still leading the pack of Republican presidential contenders, but his closest rival is eyeing to grab the lead from him anytime soon.

Justin Bieber says he's still trying to mend his broken heart; that's why he's still single
Canadian pop star Justin Bieber is basking on the success of his new single "What Do You Mean," which shares his confusion and frustration over the complicated way girls think.

Revision of marriage annulment processes prompted by need for mother Church to draw closer to its childrenâPope Francis
Pope Francis made waves once again when he sped up the marriage annulment process in the Catholic Church, and in his new initiative, the role of local bishops in the process have been beefed up, and he even declared the process free of charge.

Kim Davis will allow marriage licences for gay couples, but without her nameâlawyer
Not only is Rowan County clerk Kim Davis is free at last after five days in prison, but she will also be back to work. However, her lawyers from Liberty Counsel are saying that there will be some changes that will be made once she resumes working.

Derick and Jill Dillard share adorable photos of Israel David at five months old
Five-month old Israel David Dillard remains to be the light of his parents' lives, even now as the Dillards get busy on their new Christian ministry in Central America.

Ashley Madison: Baptist minister commits suicide after adultery website leak
Rev John Gibson was found dead by his wife days after his name was revealed on the Ashley Madison site.

Learning how to handle failure well
Failure is not a word that is talked about much; our society is geared up for success, writes Claire Musters.

Blood moons and the end of the world: How not to interpret biblical prophecy
Interpreters like John Hagee and Mark Blitz link biblical prophecies, lunar eclipses and historical events. Mark Woods on whether they are right to do so.

Assisted suicide: Dependence is part of being human
We are designed to share the weakness, vulnerability and dependence of the rest of the physical creation, says Prof John Wyatt.