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Cuba dissident crackdown strains new relationship with US
Obama critics say the arrests show that the Castro regime has not changed.
US and Israeli anger as Palestine signs up to International Criminal Court
The move is branded as counterproductive, but Palestinians see no other options.
36 dead in China's New Year's Eve tragedy
Packed crowds stampeded in Shanghai after fake money was thrown from a building.
13 questions to help you get the most out of 2015
Reflect, take stock, discover and be grateful, says the life coach and author Sarah Abell.
Eight New Year's Resolutions for Christians
Heather Tomlinson has some ideas for more meaningful resolutions than going on a diet.
Archbishop of Canterbury message: don't give in to despair
"We are not a country that turns our back on the suffering and the weak and the helpless," says Justin Welby.
Why New Year's resolutions are the worst
Why New Year's resolutions are the worst
Billy Graham: How 'America's pastor' became a friend to presidents
Billy Graham's influence stretched to the very top of America's political tree â but his friendship with presidents was characterised by just that â friendship.
The demise of the Mayans may have been down to severe drought
Researchers think a severe drought may be behind the collapse of the ancient civilisation
3 in 4 Americans still identify with Christianity in 2014 â poll
With just a few days left until 2015, a newly-released poll has found that the majority of Americans still identify with the Christian faith.
Nine dead after Alberta rampage; multiple crime scenes described as 'horrific' by police
Nine dead after Alberta rampage; multiple crime scenes described as 'horrific' by police
Target's 'Annie' ad called 'racist' in Change.org petition
Target's 'Annie' ad called 'racist' in Change.org petition
Iranian aid convoys poised to deliver aid to Iraqi Christians
Food, blankets and medical supplies are to be donated through the Red Crescent.
Pope Francis to back climate change campaign
A major statement is expected in the spring after the Pope visits the Philippines region devastated by Typhoon Haiyan in 2012.
Pastor shoots assailant in church gun battle
A former employee has been left seriously injured after his minister returned fire.
Coptic bishop warns that Middle East is losing hope
The head of the UK's Coptic Orthodox Church says that the international community and religious leaders must do more.