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US Supreme Court reconsiders Roe v Wade abortion law
Mississippi is asking the justices to reverse a lower court ruling striking down the state's 15-week abortion ban in a case that could significantly chip away at Roe v Wade.
Iranian Supreme Court's ruling on Christians gives hope for religious freedom
The Supreme Court of Iran has ruled that belonging to a house church does not make Christians "enemies of the state".
Marcus Lamb, anti-Covid vaccine Christian broadcaster, dies at 64
Marcus Lamb, a prominent Christian broadcaster known for his outspoken opposition to COVID-19 vaccines, has died after contracting the virus. He was 64.
New book shines light on abuse and racist discrimination of Catholic nuns
In a newly published book, a Vatican journalist details the mental and physical abuse, oppression and racism experienced by religious sisters.
Church of England releases first ever Christmas single
The Church of England is hoping its first ever Christmas single will reach more people with the story of the birth of Jesus.
The gift of childlike curiosity
As we end 2021 and step into 2022 - despite the world still filled with uncertainty and possible fear as to what a post-pandemic world might look like - we are called to open our eyes to the world again with curiosity, wonder and all of what God is looking to unlock for us and those around us.
Get the booster jab, says Church of England as Omicron spreads
With increased concern over the spread of the new Omicron variant, the Church of England is advising people to take the booster jab as soon as they can.
Christian electrician launches legal action against NHS Trust
A Christian electrician is taking legal action against an NHS Trust after he was dismissed following a complaint from a colleague claiming he had made "offensive" comments about multiculturalism, Islam and marriage.
Children are among 10 Christians killed in overnight raid
An overnight raid on a village in Nigeria's Plateau state has left 10 Christians dead, including several children.
School district reinstates books to library despite 'pornography' concerns
The largest school district in the US has said it is reinstating two books to its high school libraries after a review into concerns raised by a mother that they contain "pornography" with graphic descriptions of sex acts between men and boys.
Calls to end DIY abortions after NHS data reveals risks to women
Data from Freedom of Information Requests show that over 10,000 women have needed medical treatment since the introduction of the pills-by-post service at the start of the pandemic.
Waiting with hope this Advent season
As Advent begins, Claire Musters recognises the difficult year many of us have had but encourages us with suggestions of how we can still look forward with expectation and hope
Making room for Jesus this Advent
As we journey through this Advent season, may we remember that we live in a world of overindulgence, over-commitment, premature multiplication, and shortcuts, and shortcuts almost always lead to compromise.
Colombian social media star wins case over YouTube video removal
A Colombian YouTuber is celebrating after the courts this week threw out a lawsuit against her for speaking about her traditional marriage beliefs on the video-sharing platform.
Covid is making more pastors want to quit full-time ministry
A new study from Barna reveals that nearly four in 10 Protestant pastors are "seriously considering" leaving full-time ministry.
Anglican leaders call for 'bold' action to counter 'vaccine hesitancy'
They also called for measures to improve vaccine equity around the world.