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US conservatives in last ditch defence against gay marriage
US conservatives in last ditch defence against gay marriage

Conservative opposition in the US to the introduction of same-sex marriage is stiffening as the Supreme Court's ruling on the issue draws nearer.

Eritrea: \'Systematic, widespread gross human rights violations\'
Eritrea: 'Systematic, widespread gross human rights violations'

Eritrea was this week accused by the UN of "systematic, widespread and gross human rights violations", including the failure to protect the freedom of religion or belief.

Pope Francis: We can end world hunger if we want to
Pope Francis: We can end world hunger if we want to

The Pope has called for a new focus on global hunger in a major address to delegates from the international Food and Agriculture Organisation in Rome

Gay marriage Supreme Court news update: Christian pastors vow civil disobedience campaign if same-sex marriage permitted
Gay marriage Supreme Court news update: Christian pastors vow civil disobedience campaign if same-sex marriage permitted

Christian leaders will disobey the law if the US Supreme Court decides to allow same-sex marriage.

Florida abortion law news: State faces lawsuit over new law requiring 24-hour waiting period
Florida abortion law news: State faces lawsuit over new law requiring 24-hour waiting period

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) in Florida and the Center for Reproductive Rights have filed a lawsuit on Thursday against the State of Florida over a new law that requires women to wait for 24 hours before getting an abortion.

What is the future of evangelism?
What is the future of evangelism?

To many Christians evangelism is a terrifying concept, but it's a vital part of Jesus' call. Bonnie Yule-Kuehne, Vice-President of Alpha International, spoke to Christian Today about what that looks like in a digitally-obsessed society, and ever-changing cultural landscape.

Late-term abortion ban bill filed in US Senate, cites fetus pain at 20th week of pregnancy
Late-term abortion ban bill filed in US Senate, cites fetus pain at 20th week of pregnancy

US Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina introduced a bill in the US Senate that will ban abortions on 20 weeks of pregnancy.

Pakistan: aid agency Save the Children ordered to leave
Pakistan: aid agency Save the Children ordered to leave

Pakistani authorities have given Save the Children 15 days to leave the country, officials said on Friday, accusing the aid agency of spying.

Tributes paid to Christopher Lee, master of the macabre
Tributes paid to Christopher Lee, master of the macabre

Lee died on Sunday in a London hospital, where he had been undergoing treatment for respiratory problems.

Hammond: Europe wants Britain to stay and we\'ll get the treaty changes we need
Hammond: Europe wants Britain to stay and we'll get the treaty changes we need

Austria opened the door to changes that could help keep Britain in the bloc.

Boko Haram under pressure as Nigeria forges new military alliance
Boko Haram under pressure as Nigeria forges new military alliance

Nigeria and its neighbours agreed on Thursday to set up a joint military force.

Couples urged to share their love stories to attract young people to get married
Couples urged to share their love stories to attract young people to get married

As mid "wedding season" approaches, there are still numerous youth today who either avoid or delay tying the knot, and the way to help them say "I do" is for couples to share their stories publicly.

Christian couple vows to divorce if Australia allows same-sex marriage
Christian couple vows to divorce if Australia allows same-sex marriage

In protest to the possible legalization of same-sex marriage in their country, Australian couple, Nick and Sarah Jensen, vowed to end their 10-year marriage in divorce.

People who care for ailing loved ones are \'hidden heroes,\' says Pope Francis
People who care for ailing loved ones are 'hidden heroes,' says Pope Francis

Pope Francis honored families for caring for their sick loved ones and went on to call them "hidden heroes" during his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square.

US records all-time-high number of Americans who renounced their citizenship
US records all-time-high number of Americans who renounced their citizenship

The United States government has recorded an all-time-high number of Americans who renounced their citizenship during the first quarter of 2015.

\'Precious\' photos of Israel David light up Duggar family\'s lives amid scandal
'Precious' photos of Israel David light up Duggar family's lives amid scandal

There is no denying that the Duggar family from "19 Kids and Counting" is going through a very difficult time, given the child molestation scandal that hounded eldest son Josh. However, the family is determined to move on from the issue, and has now found joy doting on their newest family member - Derick and Jill Dillard's first born son Israel David.