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Queen, world leaders mark 75th anniversary of D-Day

The Queen has led the tributes to those who took part in D-Day 75 years ago in a major celebration bringing together world leaders including Donald Trump and Angela Merkel in Portsmouth.

WWII veteran and Salvation Army commissioner, 95, skydives into Normandy to remember D-Day
WWII veteran and Salvation Army commissioner, 95, skydives into Normandy to remember D-Day

A Salvation Army Commissioner who first parachuted into Normandy 75 years ago for D-Day was today jumping again over the site of that historic invasion in memory of his fallen comrades.

Thanksgiving service for D-Day on UK flagship HMS Albion
Thanksgiving service for D-Day on UK flagship HMS Albion

Officers on the Royal Navy's flagship HMS Albion formed a giant number '75' on the flight deck to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day.

Archbishop remembers bravery and sacrifice of all those who took part in D-Day
Archbishop remembers bravery and sacrifice of all those who took part in D-Day

The Archbishop of Canterbury was among those remembering the brave members of the Allied forces who took part in D-Day 75 years ago in what was a major turning point in World War Two.

Bishop of Chelmsford denies suggesting vicar could leave Church of England over transgender views
Bishop of Chelmsford denies suggesting vicar could leave Church of England over transgender views

The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev Stephen Cottrell, said in a letter to clergy that he did not ask or imply that vicar John Parker should leave the Church of England on account of his views

Protesting Trump while welcoming China is 'cheap and easy virtue signalling'

Politicians rejecting Donald Trump are simply using "cheap and easy virtue signalling" to appeal to their base, says Free Church of Scotland minister David Robertson.

Trump lays wreath in honour of fallen soldiers in Westminster Abbey

Donald Trump laid a wreath at the grave of the Unknown Warrior in Westminster Abbey on the first day of his state visit to the UK.

UN leader appeals to faith-based organisations to 'rally around' Sustainable Development Goals
UN leader appeals to faith-based organisations to 'rally around' Sustainable Development Goals

The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations told faith leaders and NGO workers at a Christian Aid meeting that the goals to end global poverty could not be achieved alone.

Bishop questions Christians who support Donald Trump

Donald Trump's Christian faith has been questioned by a senior figure in the Church of England as the US President embarks on a three-day state visit to Britain.

Government must intervene in residential cladding scandal, say bishops
Government must intervene in residential cladding scandal, say bishops

The Bishops of Manchester and Kensington have called on the Government to intervene in the row over residential block cladding to save residents from ongoing "limbo".

Millennial non-Christians more interested in Christianity than older generations - study
Millennial non-Christians more interested in Christianity than older generations - study

Millennial non-Christians are more likely than older non-Christians to be interested in spiritual issues, according to new research from Barna.

'This Country' actor Michael Sleggs, 33, reveals he's dying of cancer and is leaning on his Christian faith
'This Country' actor Michael Sleggs, 33, reveals he's dying of cancer and is leaning on his Christian faith

"If you dont know Jesus already, my only hope is that you get to know him before you get to my state. He'll totally rock your world in the best way!" the 33-year-old said in a moving social media post.

Head teacher says 'mass arrests' are a possibility after High Court bans LGBT lesson protests
Head teacher says 'mass arrests' are a possibility after High Court bans LGBT lesson protests

The head teacher of a school where parents have protested LGBT awareness lessons says she is bracing herself for mass arrests after the High Court moved to halt the protests.

Enjoy tea and a barbecue for Britain's disadvantaged children this summer
Enjoy tea and a barbecue for Britain's disadvantaged children this summer

Spurgeon's Children's Charity is inviting people to make the most of the British summer and help disadvantaged children at the same time by holding a tea party.

Durham Cathedral tower reopens after three-year conservation project
Durham Cathedral tower reopens after three-year conservation project

The central tower of Durham Cathedral re-opened to members of the public on Saturday after a lengthy three-year conservation project.

The Salvation Army encourages more people to give volunteering a go
The Salvation Army encourages more people to give volunteering a go

The Salvation Army is encouraging people from all walks of life to consider giving just a few hours of their time for the benefit of their community.