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Prayer for the day: The intertwining of religion and politics
Prayer for the day: The intertwining of religion and politics

Politics and religion both ask basic questions about who we are, what we believe, and how we should act, says Krish Kandiah.

South Korea promises \'bone-numbing pain\' in new sanctions on North after nuclear test
South Korea promises 'bone-numbing pain' in new sanctions on North after nuclear test

The US House of Representatives voted nearly unanimously late on Tuesday to pass legislation to broaden sanctions on the North's nuclear programme.

Iran\'s Revolutionary Guards question captive US sailors, dismiss talk of prompt release
Iran's Revolutionary Guards question captive US sailors, dismiss talk of prompt release

The incident has rattled nerves days ahead of the expected implementation of a landmark nuclear accord.

Obama hits out at Donald Trump, stresses optimism in final State of the Union speech
Obama hits out at Donald Trump, stresses optimism in final State of the Union speech

Delivering his last State of the Union speech to Congress as president, he called for leaders to "fix" US politics.

Open Doors: Syria and Iraq are \'the tip of the iceberg\' – there has never been a worse time to be a Christian
Open Doors: Syria and Iraq are 'the tip of the iceberg' – there has never been a worse time to be a Christian

There has never been a worse time to be a Christian, according to persecution charity Open Doors who will launch their annual report this afternoon.

Remembering rock legend David Bowie: An \'extraordinary man full of love and life\'
Remembering rock legend David Bowie: An 'extraordinary man full of love and life'

The late rock and roll legend David Bowie has succumbed to cancer recently at 69 years old, and his fans - ranging from fellow singers, actors, high-ranking politicians, and even religious leaders are all heartbroken over his passing.

Christian actor Denzel Washington wins Golden Globe lifetime achievement award
Christian actor Denzel Washington wins Golden Globe lifetime achievement award

Christian actor Denzel Washington has just been awarded with the Golden Globe for lifetime achievement on Sunday, making him the third black actor to be recognised in over 60 years since the award ceremony first started.

Russell Wilson\'s life story to be featured in new comic book \'Fame: Russell Wilson\'
Russell Wilson's life story to be featured in new comic book 'Fame: Russell Wilson'

Seattle Seahawks' Russell Wilson has often inspired fans in the football field, but now he will be doing so in the pages of a comic book.

The Bible offers tips on how to use money \'to meet our needs and the needs of others,\' says Billy Graham
The Bible offers tips on how to use money 'to meet our needs and the needs of others,' says Billy Graham

People often strive to limit their expenses during the Christmas season. While some people manage to do so, other Christmas shoppers tend to splurge and find themselves in a tough spot every January.

NASA plans Earth defence against possible asteroid strike, forms new office to detect dangerous space objects
NASA plans Earth defence against possible asteroid strike, forms new office to detect dangerous space objects

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) recently formed the Planetary Defense Coordination Office (PDCO), which is now tasked to oversee the space agency's efforts to detect and track near-earth objects (NEOs), primarily asteroids.

Reviving worship of sun god? European architects plan to rebuild an even bigger Colossus of Rhodes
Reviving worship of sun god? European architects plan to rebuild an even bigger Colossus of Rhodes

A group of architects from Europe is planning to rebuild the Colossus of Rhodes, a gigantic monument erected in the 3rd century B.C to pay tribute to the Greek god of the sun, Helios.

ISIS advises members to disguise selves as Christians in carrying out terror attacks
ISIS advises members to disguise selves as Christians in carrying out terror attacks

A 58-page terror manual published by the ISIS called "Safety and Security Guidelines for Lone Wolf Mujahideen" are advising Islamic State militants to disguise as Christians to carry out more terrorist attacks in Europe.

Church of England weekly attendance falls below one million for first time
Church of England weekly attendance falls below one million for first time

The number of people attending Church of England services each week has fallen below one million for the first time, according to new figures published today.

Church organist\'s \'breathtaking\' David Bowie tribute goes viral
Church organist's 'breathtaking' David Bowie tribute goes viral

A David Bowie tribute by a church organist has gone viral with many fans reduced to tears at the rendition.

Jesus Christ\'s image \'appears\' in ultrasound image of Argentine woman\'s unborn child
Jesus Christ's image 'appears' in ultrasound image of Argentine woman's unborn child

The face of Jesus Christ appeared in the ultrasound of the unborn child of a 29-year-old pregnant woman from Argentina, who has already suffered miscarriages in the past.

Palestinian Christians in Cremisan Valley \'have lost hope\', US bishop says
Palestinian Christians in Cremisan Valley 'have lost hope', US bishop says

Palestinian Christians living in Cremisan Valley whose land is being divided by the Israeli separation barrier "have lost hope", according to a U.S. bishop visiting the West Bank.