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'Christian' cult members on trial for murder
Members of a Christian fundamentalist religious cult alleged to have murdered a woman at a fast food restaurant in China are about to go on trial in what is expected to be one of the most controversial cases for decades.
Nice Christians pave the way for extremists, says Dawkins
Richard Dawkins blames 'nice Christians' for facilitating religious extremists.
US mission to rescue Yazidis 'far less likely'
The US may no longer attempt to rescue Iraqis trapped on Mount Sinjar, a statement from the Pentagon has confirmed.
Vicky Beeching comes out
Religious commentator and former worship leader reveals she is gay in an interview with the Independent.
Cuba to build its first Catholic church in over 50 years
Cuba building its first Catholic church in over 50 years.
Gay marriages could begin in Virginia as early as next week
Gay marriages could begin in Virginia as early as next week.
Jesse Jackson: After Michael Brown shooting, we 'must demand justice'
Jesse Jackson: After Michael Brown shooting, we 'must demand justice'
Let's pray for some miracles! Leader of flashmob prayer event for Gaza, Iraq and Israel
Flashmob prayer event planned in London tomorrow.
Christian charities along China-North Korea border coming under pressure
Christian charities along China-North Korea border coming under pressure.
Christian film critic Ted Baehr says Robin Williams accepted Jesus Christ in rehab
Christian Film and Television Commission Chairman Dr. Ted Baehr recently revealed that late comedian Robin Williams accepted Jesus as his personal Savior during one of his rehab stays.
At least 100 dead in Boko Haram attack on Christian area in northern Nigeria
At least 100 dead in Boko Haram attack on Christian area in northern Nigeria.
Robin Williams suicide: 'Please God, let him now rest in peace'
Robin Williams suicide: Stars offer their prayers for his family.
How can we pray for Iraq?
As the world watches on in horror, it's difficult to know where to even begin praying, so we've bought together some of the prayer resources available online.
Over 28 million people need humanitarian aid in the Middle East, warns Oxfam
Oxfam has warned that the Middle East "sits on a precipice", with nearly 30 million people in desperate need of humanitarian assistance.
Yazidis on Mount Sinjar: could escalate to genocide within days or hours
News reports show desperate refugees stranded on a mountain in northern Iraq clamouring to board aid helicopters as they deliver vital food and water.
Matt Damon's tribute to Robin Williams: 'I was lucky to know him and I will never, ever forget him'
Actor Matt Damon has spoken out about the tragic suicide of Robin Williams.