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Over a million abortions took place in the US last year

DIY abortions now account for over a quarter of all abortions in the US.

Fewer Americans believe faith is good for the country

The proportion of Americans who believe their country would benefit if more people were religious has declined since 2013.

Indian Christians attacked in church by mob

Chhattisgarh has allegedly banned house churches to promote "cultural harmony".

Appeals for release of Nigerian Christian girl still held by ISIS after 8 years

Leah, who was 14 when she was kidnapped, could have been released if she renounced her faith but she refused.

Church of England apologises for 'pain and trauma' from its role in historical adoption practices

The Church of England has apologised for its role in adoption practices involving unmarried women and girls during the post-War period, with the Archbishop of Canterbury acknowledging the "pain, trauma and stigma experienced - and still carried - by many people".

Catholic Church opposes reintroduction of assisted suicide bill

Labour MP Lauren Edwards has reintroduced the bill and has suggested the Parliament Act could be used to force the measure through.

Festival celebrates Anglesey pilgrimage route

The pilgrimage route pays homage to two sixth century saints who lived and worshipped on the island of Anglesey.

Christians urged not to 'demonise' each other over politics

“As His followers, our calling is not merely to defend positions, win arguments, or secure victories in cultural debates. Our calling is to follow Him," said prayer movement leader Jonathan Oloyede.

Irish bishops oppose attempts to widen abortion laws

They have also called for more research to better understand the factors behind high rates of abortions in the first 12 years.

Boy born with six toes on each foot receives life-changing help from Christian charity

For the first time in his life Abubakarr could wear shoes.

Black Church leaders call for respect and peaceful dialogue amid tensions over immigration and race

Black Church leaders in the UK have expressed "deep concern and sadness" over recent riots and unrest in parts of the country.

Religious hostilities rise globally as harassment of faith communities increases

The number of countries experiencing high levels of religion-related social hostility increased significantly in 2023.

Pastors among hostages found dead amid tensions between Christian groups in Manipur

While the number of people unaccounted for in the northeastern Indian state of Manipur has fallen from 20 to two, with four of the six bodies recovered identified this week, retaliatory attacks continue following a cycle of abductions between Kuki-Zo and Naga groups, both predominantly Christian communities.

‘Eight years is too long’: Christian advocacy groups rally for abducted Nigerian schoolgirl's freedom