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Millions head to polls for historic US elections
Americans have shown up in droves on Tuesday to elect their next leader in one of the most historic US presidential elections in history.
Outpouring of prayers for Jennifer Hudson
A groundswell of prayers has been piling up for Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson following the deaths of her mother, brother and nephew late last month.
Next US president will leave 'indelible' mark, says Christian lawyer
It's not just about four or eight years in office, but the next president will play a key role in the appointment of a number of Supreme Court justices that will leave an "indelible" mark on history, said a prominent Christian lawyer.
Royal Mail Christmas stamps feature religious and secular images
The Royal Mail issued its Christmas collection for 2008 on Tuesday, featuring for the first time religious and secular images.
Education Sunday to focus on caring for God's creation
Churches are being encouraged to 'save the date' for next year's Education Sunday - which will highlight the role of schools and colleges in helping young people lead lives that recognise the vital importance of caring for God's creation.
Christian Surfers issue new Bible
Three new editions of the popular Surfers Bible were launched on Sunday at the home of international surfers' ministry Christian Surfers, Cronulla Beach in New South Wales, Australia.
Christian 'Untouchables' describe attacks by Hindu militants in India
Indian Dalits have been telling of their ordeal at the hands of Hindu mobs in India.
Archbishop tells consumers to 'buy British'
The Archbishop of York has issued a call to consumers to "buy British, buy locally and buy direct from farmers".
The Best Yet of Switchfoot - but more is still to come
OK, we know that the cynicism usually rises up a notch or two whenever a Greatest Hits compilation makes its way up for release. But this is one where the question marks can get shelved.
Islamic scholars in Rome for landmark Muslim-Catholic talks
Muslim scholars are in Rome Monday for a landmark meeting with top Catholic officials.
Faith groups pledge commitment to school admissions code
Representatives of Britain's major faith groups have issued a joint statement pledging to meet government guidelines on school admissions.
Humanitarian crisis spiralling in Congo, says Tearfund partner
Staff working with a Tearfund partner agency in the Democratic Republic of Congo's unstable eastern region are reporting a growing humanitarian crisis and evidence of torture.
Orissa Christians find shelter in Kerala state
The government of the Indian state of Kerala has offered to shelter 56 refugees from Orissa, most of whom had fled the state following threats and beatings by Hindu mobs avenging the murder of a Hindu leader.
Da' T.R.U.T.H. and FLAME receive 2009 Stellar Award nominations
Cross Movement Records recording artists Da' T.R.U.T.H. and FLAME have been nominated for 2009 Stellar Awards in the "Rap/Hip-Hop Gospel CD of the Year" category, alongside fellow nominees Sho Baraka, Trip Lee and Frontlynaz.
Jubilee Debt DVD highlights unfinished business in campaign to end debt
As the credit crisis continues to grip the developed world, a new DVD highlights the ten-year campaign to end the even more devastating debt crisis rocking developing countries.
Algerian church leaders to give UK Government full picture on persecution
Senior leaders from the Algerian Protestant Church Association are flying to London to brief parliamentarians over how Christians in Algeria are being persecuted.