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Eight New Year's Resolutions for Christians
Heather Tomlinson has some ideas for more meaningful resolutions than going on a diet.

Archbishop of Canterbury message: don't give in to despair
"We are not a country that turns our back on the suffering and the weak and the helpless," says Justin Welby.

Why New Year's resolutions are the worst
Why New Year's resolutions are the worst

Billy Graham: How 'America's pastor' became a friend to presidents
Billy Graham's influence stretched to the very top of America's political tree â but his friendship with presidents was characterised by just that â friendship.

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

Target's 'Annie' ad called 'racist' in Change.org petition
Target's 'Annie' ad called 'racist' in Change.org petition

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.

Catholic bishop: Church should recognise same-sex relationships
Exclusivity, loyalty and care are what matters, says Bishop of Antwerp.

What do 2014's top songs tell us? No. 1: Happy - Pharrell Williams
Krish Kandiah looks at what the year's best-selling songs tell us about ourselves and our culture. Topping the list is Pharrell Williams' 'Happy'.

8 times Pope Francis struggled with his outfit in 2014
2014 has been a tricky sartorial year for Pope Francis...

Palestinian statehood move at United Nations fails, US votes against
A resolution calling for a peace deal within 12 months is blocked.