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Iranian Christian Maryam Zargaran is released from prison
Maryam Naghash Zargaran, 39, was arrested alongside Iranian-American pastor Saeed Abedini in January 2013 in connection with their work at an orphanage.
A gift from God: 7 Bible verses about rest
A change in the rhythm of our lives is good for us. We can, at times, relax and indulge ourselves a little without feeling guilty about it.
Star Trek: Discovery is set in a universe without God
There's no God in the Star Trek universe â and an exchange relayed by Entertainment Weekly confirms it.
Don't leave trafficking victims destitute, says Christian charity
Anti-trafficking campaigners are calling for more support to be given to victims, who face homelessness and destitution after they are 'rescued' from their abusers.
Death of Charlie Gard prompts prayers for parents after months of struggle
The death of baby Charlie Gard last night following a bitter court battle has drawn prayers and commiserations from around the world.
Who was the meanest man in the Bible?
There are plenty of examples of really good people in the Bible, and plenty of examples of wicked ones. But there's only one who's described as just plain mean.
Southwark diocese signals opposition to rebel Bishop Andy Lines by withdrawing permission to officiate
The 'missionary bishop' consecrated by the conservative Anglican Church of North America has had his 'permission to officiate' withdrawn by the Diocese of Southwark.
Republican hopes shattered as Obamacare repeal fails
US Senate Republicans failed earlier today to dismantle Obamacare, falling short on a major campaign promise and perhaps ending a seven-year quest by their party to gut the healthcare law.
Justin Bieber knocks down photographer with his car as he leaves LA church
A church visit has turned into a press-packed collision for Justin Bieber; the pop star knocked down a photographer as he drove away from a Beverly Hills church last night. The paparazzo was taken to hospital for his injuries.
'You know the reason': Justin Bieber denies he quit tour for 'religious reasons'
Pop megastar Justin Bieber appears to have denied suggestions that he quit his third world tour in order to start a church.
Is Justin Bieber quitting world tour to start his own church?
New reports suggest that Justin Bieber cancelled his third worldwide tour Purpose in order to refocus on faith and start his own church.
Australian Baptist church under fire for pastor who calls Islam 'a cancer we must destroy'
An Australian Baptist church that works in government schools has come under fire after its pastor made incendiary statements about Islam, calling it a 'a cancer we must destroy'.
The Church of England should back gay marriage, 'keep up' with society, education secretary says
The UK's Education Secretary has said the Church of England should 'keep up' with modern attitudes in society and allow gay marriage in its churches.
Why the gay sex issue isn't going to go away for Tim Farron â and what he should say next time he's asked
It's a question Tim Farron must lie awake at night dreading.
Does The Bible Say Anything About Trump's #RefugeeBan?
Donald Trump's temporary ban on refugees and indefinite block on Syrians fleeing persecution and war coming to the US sent shockwaves around the world.
What I Am Learning From Listening To (Not Reading) The Bible
It is normally about now I quit Bible in One Year. But this year is different. Here is why