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A Police Perspective on Homelessness

David Strang, Chief Constable Lothian and Borders Police, gives a police insight into homelessness and praises the work that charities like Bethany Christian Trust are doing to help people living on the streets.

Floods Force Many to Face Climate Change Reality

German fisherman Peter Schneider knows the floods come each year and says they are good for business -- but few other people see any benefit as experts warn of more high water to come.

Final 'Harry Potter' Hits Shelves ... as a Christian Tale?

Whether Christians may agree with it or not, the newest and final volume of the "Harry Potter" series has come full force into bookstores.

Statement from Schoolgirl Following Purity Ring Ruling

Statement from schoolgirl Lydia Playfoot following the High Court's decision to uphold a ban on her wearing a purity ring by her school, Millais School in West Sussex.

A Visit to John Stott

A sleepy rural railway station in the heart of leafy Surrey nestles alongside the grounds of a retirement home for Anglican clergy 30 miles south of London.

Rick Warren: Learn to Laugh

Did you know that people who laugh live longer? It's true. Proverbs 14:30 says, "A relaxed attitude lengthens a man's life."

Gambling on our Future?

Niall Cooper, National Coordinator for Church Action on Poverty, tells us why he thinks a super-casino in Manchester is a bad idea.

When Harry Met Satan

It seems that the world has gone wild about Harry again ... because the one-two combination of the movie/book release has put the spell of Potter-mania on the muggle world - driving the multitudes to the multiplexes and boatloads to the bookstores.

Former Arab World Missionary: 'The Reason Muslims Do Not Read the Bible'

Michael Paton, a former missionary for Arab World Ministries, has worked for 34 years in France, Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco. He explains the unparalleled opportunities to reach Muslims in London while working with the United Beach Missions Christian Answer team.

Gordon Brown: Blair Mark 2?

Paul Woolley, Director of the public theology think tank, on Gordon Brown becoming Britain's new Prime Minister.

UNDER GRACE - What is The Correct Response to Grace?

Hey friends... well, it has been a while, but I've been having an awesome time around the globe, taking the great love of God through worship and justice to some incredible places...

Christian Aid: Tony Blair's Patchwork Legacy

As British Prime Minister Tony Blair prepares to stand down, Christian Aid applauds his achievements but expresses disappointment at a job half done.

INNOCENT: The Word That Gave Me Back My Life

Reade Seligman, the falsely accused member of the Duke lacrosse team, testified at the hearing investigating the actions of rogue prosecutor, Mike Nifong. Mr. Nifong was later rightfully disbarred for his utter disregard of the facts of this case that clearly pointed to the player's innocence as his judgment had become clouded by political self interest.