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Study reveals Christians' strong distrust towards atheists

"Where there are religious majorities – that is, in most of the world – atheists are among the least trusted people," says the lead researcher

Most blasphemy cases in Pakistan are false, says Muslim lawyer

A Muslim lawyer in Pakistan estimates that around 95 per cent of the prosecutions for insulting the Prophet Muhammad or the Koran have no basis.

Secularists challenge council prayers at High Court

Secularists are challenging the saying of prayers in local council meetings at the High Court today.

Don’t forget the political message of Christmas, says think tank

Christmas may be a season of tinsel, mince pies, carol services and family get-togethers, but there’s a serious political message wrapped up in the Christmas story too, says Theos.

Christian Bale pulls out of 'Noah' film

Christian Bale will no longer star in Darren Aronofsky’s $130 million biblical epic “Noah” due to his busy schedule, Variety recently confirmed.

Billy Graham in good spirits despite hospitalisation

Evangelist Billy Graham is keeping a positive attitude during his hospitalisation for respiratory problems.

Church of Scotland rejects same-sex marriage proposals

The Church of Scotland has given an unequivocal 'no' to the Scottish Government's proposal to redefine marriage.

Christian Aid photography exhibition highlights AIDS stigma

An exhibition to coincide with World AIDS Day reveals the stigma still associated with the condition around the world.

More needs to be done to prevent HIV, says ACET

The Christian HIV and AIDS charity is calling for greater investment in HIV prevention

Christmas re-tooled for the 21st century

Damaris Trust has launched a new video Advent calendar to help people mark each day to Christmas.

Archbishop condemns sexual violence on World AIDS Day

People around the world are marking World AIDS Day today

Being God's hands and feet

Situated in Bristol is a beacon of hope for drug addicts and the homeless.

Disappointment over gloomy economic forecasts

A senior minister in the Church of Scotland has accused Chancellor George Osborne of not doing enough to help the poor and vulnerable.

Christians rally for traditional marriage

Cardinal Keith O’Brien, former SNP leader Gordon Wilson, and Ann Allen of the Church of Scotland have defended traditional marriage in a rally outside the Scottish Parliament today.

CAP founder completes 15 marathons in 15 days

The founder of Christians Against Poverty has pushed himself to the limit for people in need by completing 15 marathons in just over 15 days.

Aung San Suu Kyi calls for solidarity between different faiths

The leader of Burma’s pro-democracy party Aung San Suu Kyi has spoken of the need for people of different faiths to unite.