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Jewish leaders back Ted Cruz, say he's the best hope for survival of Israel, West in face of 'existential' threat posed by Iran
Texas Senator Ted Cruz is getting the support not only of evangelical Christians but also of Jewish leaders ahead of Super Tuesday, the electoral event in various states across America that could make or break the fortunes of the five remaining candidates for the Republican presidential nomination.

Oregon bakery owners press fight for their religious beliefs, take case to appeals court
It was a big blow for Oregon bakery owners Aaron and Melissa Klein when court ordered them to cough up $135,000 for refusing to make a cake for a same-sex wedding, but the Christian couple is not backing down from their beliefs.

Pastor Saeed Abedini's sister Zeebandeh says 'God still wants to work through his life'
Pastor Saeed Abedini's sister Zeebandeh believes that even though her brother has been released from his prison cell in Iran, God is still going to use him to share the Gospel to other people.

4 Christian movies to watch during Lent
If your Christian denomination does not celebrate the Lenten season, it doesn't mean we cannot take the time to reflect on the wonderful finished work of Christ.

Pakistan: Mumtaz Qadri gets hero's funeral as thousands protest execution
Tens of thousands of Islamist supporters gave Mumtaz Qadri a martyr's funeral in Pakistan on Tuesday, the day after he was executed for murder.

Paddy Power's failure to help gambling addict is 'wholly unacceptable' says Christian charity
New legislation is needed to hold the gambling industry to account, CARE said, after bookmaker Paddy Power was found to have encouraged a problem gambler to keep betting until he had lost his home and access to his children.

Noah's Ark: After the storm, why did God use a rainbow as a sign?
The story of Noah's Ark is one of the best-known in the Old Testament.

British Muslim girls duped into forced marriages over Skype
An increasing number of forced marriages are being conducted over Skype, two charities said on Monday.

Church and Christian buildings in Ethiopia torched and looted. 'The Lord is with us,' says bishop
A Catholic bishop in Ethiopia has spoken of his horror after local people torched and looted a church compound that had been working to help them.

Does time really heal all wounds?
For those who have lost loved ones to the sting of death, people may have told you that time heals all wounds. Time is a factor in the healing process, but there is so much more to that.

Nigerian president orders inquiry into latest massacre of Christian farmers
The President of Nigeria Muhammadu Buhari has ordered an investigation after armed herdsmen attacked farmers, leaving hundreds dead and thousands more displaced.

US student detained in North Korea confesses to 'severe' crime, blames Ohio church
State media showed Otto Warmbier issuing a dramatic and emotional apology, saying he was encouraged by a church in Ohio and the CIA to commit a "severe" crime.

Dear Pope Francis: Pope's poignant answers to children's questions published today
Pope Francis' book for children has been published today around the world.

Australia abuse inquiry: Cardinal Pell claims 'full backing' of the Pope
Australian Archbishop Cardinal George Pell claimed he has the "full backing" of the Pope as his evidence to the Royal Commission on Institutional Child Sexual Abuse continued into its second day.

Science and religion: Awards scheme could be worth £10,000 to your church
An awards scheme will provide up to £10,000 to churches that want to work with experts and engage their congregations with science.

Pastor of China's largest megachurch fired after opposing cross removals
Chinese authorities have removed a leading pastor from his post at a state-approved church after he fought against the removal of crosses in his area.