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Islamophobia on the rise in US, says report
A prominent Muslim advocacy group says that Islamophobia is on the rise in the US, citing an increase in attacks on mosques and the creation of 'Muslim-free' businesses, as well as the inflammatory rhetoric of some senior politicians.
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BBC's Caroline Wyatt: My faith helps me through MS
Caroline Wyatt, who recently left her role as the BBC's religious affairs correspondent due to a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis, has talked openly about how her faith and the prayers of others are helping her through the illness.
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Christians and Muslims must keep living together in the Middle East, say Eastern Catholic bishops
A conference of Maronite Catholic bishops has called for a Christian presence to remain in the Middle East and for believers to live alongside Muslims "in a climate of freedom, democracy and respect for diversity."
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Suspects bailed in 'blasphemy' killing in Pakistan
The main suspects in the murder of a Christian couple, thrown into a fire by a mob for alleged 'blasphemy', have been bailed, according to reports.
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10 quotes on faith from Queen Elizabeth II
It's often forgotten that Queen Elizabeth has the title of Supreme Governor of the Church of England, as well as being the UK's longest reigning monarch. This title reflects a genuine Christian faith, and she often talks on how faith in Jesus inspires her and keeps her going.
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Martyred Christian missionary's remains found in Japan
The grave of a Catholic priest who died in captivity in Japan more than 300 years ago has been identified, according to Japanese authorities.
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7 things that Christians can learn from atheists
We might disagree with atheists' beliefs and reasoning about the Christian faith, but there is a lot to learn from friendships with our unbelieving friends, even the ones who aren't very friendly.
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5 Christian books that can help emotional healing
There are vast numbers of Christian books, and many that are about healing. Heather Tomlinson offers her top five.
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129 children disappear from Calais refugee camp
More than 100 children have vanished from the Calais refugee camp according to a recent census. Charities have expressed shock and concern, particularly following evidence of the abuse and rape of boys in the camp.
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Is paying taxes actually immoral?
The Panamar Papers leak has revealed the tax evasion and potential money laundering activities of many individuals associated with governments around the world. But is paying tax really a moral good?
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10 inspiring quotes from Martin Luther King Jr
On this day in 1968, Martin Luther King was assassinated. Here are ten favourite quotes from the inspiring leader.
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Whatever happened to free speech?
it's been clear for some time that our society's capacity for tolerance is shrinking, writes Heather Tomlinson. Today, the worst sin is to cause offence.
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Why can't I feel God's presence?
We love to try to find ways to control God, but we can't. There is no magical formula. We are all individuals and God relates to us each in a unique way.
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War, terror and oppression: 5 reasons religion can't be blamed for all the evil in the world
Some of the most difficult threats and conflicts of recent years have had a religious flavour, but can we really blame religion for all violence, war and oppression?
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Should we bomb ISIS in Syria? Christian responses to Cameron
As David Cameron today tried to persuade MPs of the need for a bombing campaign in Syria, there has been a mixed response from British Christian groups on whether it is right to go to war.
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