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Young People to Explore Theology of Humour

Youngsters in Birmingham will have the opportunity this September to look at the spirituality of laughter and whether God has a sense of humour.

Morrisons Supports Salvation Army Emergency Teams in Flood-Hit Areas

Morrisons stores across England and Wales have stepped forward to offer support to The Salvation Army, who are helping families hit by the recent floods.

No Deal yet on Afghan Hostage Talks Venue -Taliban

Members of the Taliban said Sunday that there was still no agreement on a venue to hold direct talks with South Korean diplomats over the release of 21 Christian South Korean hostages.

New Church Appeal to Support Displaced Iraqis

A new $900,000 apppeal has been launched by Action by Churches Together International to alleviate the suffering of displaced Iraqis.

Low Death Toll in US Bridge Collapse 'A Miracle'

The Minneapolis Fire Chief said on Friday it was a miracle that only five people had so far been confirmed dead in the collapse of one of the city's main road bridges over the Mississippi River.

Savage South Asia Floods Pack Hospitals

Hospitals in eastern India were packed on Saturday with people suffering from waterborne diseases, and marooned villagers clashed with police as some of the worst floods in living memory ravaged South Asia.

New Director of Training to Advance 'Mission Mind' at Church Army

The new director of training for Church Army has taken up post this week. The Rev Canon Sue Hope, who was Sheffield Diocesan Missioner for five years, started her new role 1 August.

Zimbabwe Passes Legislation to Monitor Phones, Mail

Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe has signed into law an act enabling state security agents to monitor phone lines, mail and the Internet.

Taliban, Afghans Seek Venue for Korean Hostage Talks

The Afghan government and Taliban kidnappers on Saturday sought a venue for negotiations to try to free 21 South Korean Christian hostages held for more than two weeks, the provincial police chief said.

Foot and Mouth Disease Found on UK Farm

Foot and mouth disease has been found in cattle on a British farm, the government said on Friday as it banned livestock movements to prevent a repeat of a 2001 outbreak that blighted farming and rural tourism.

Episcopal Bishop Ousts 21 Clergy from Pulpit

Breakaway Anglicans are claiming that Virginia's top Episcopal bishop has no authority to remove from the priesthood 21 clergy who have already "quit" The Episcopal Church.

Human Rights Watch: China Making No Progress

China is failing to make progress ahead of the Beijing Olympics as government security forces intensify crackdowns on independent media and individual activists, says a human rights advocacy group.

Christians Respond to Collapsed Bridge with Aid, Prayers

Christian organizations and individuals across the country have stepped in to offer aid and prayer for survivors of Minneapolis's collapsed bridge as rescuers continue to comb the river for the missing and the nation still tries to grapple with the reality of the shocking event.