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Marriage is the safest relationship, latest figures suggest
Of the eight children murdered during lockdown, 7 were killed thanks to the actions of a step parent or new partner.
Abortion rises in Northern Ireland for fifth year running
Abortion was legalised in Northern Ireland in 2019.
Churches helping millions of Brits get by as living costs remain high
Across the country, people are looking to the church for help.
Isaiah 41:10 is YouVersion's Bible verse of the year
Isaiah 41:10 had the highest international engagement on YouVersion during 2025, while in the UK it was Jeremiah 29:11 that topped the list.
Shine, Jesus, Shine remix launched for Christmas evangelism campaign
The project was divinely inspired, says the organiser
Sudanese human rights activist assaulted in Newcastle
The assault happened outside Newcastle City Hall, said Christian Solidarity Worldwide.
Gaza's Christians praying for a peaceful Christmas
Conditions remain tough for Gaza's Christians despite the ceasefire.
Suspended Christian nurse accuses nursing body of 'discrimination'
A Christian nurse suspended since April after refusing to use a transgender patient's preferred pronouns has accused the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) of "discrimination".
Church in Wales 'road map' for same-sex blessings is 'distressing'
Orthodox Anglicans have accused bishops in the Church in Wales of "misleading" statements as it moves towards making same-sex blessings permanent.
Concern over treatment of Orthodox Metropolitan in Ukraine
Real life is very rarely about the "goodies" and the "baddies".
African church leaders promote healthcare development
Following US aid cuts, African governments may need to take responsibility for their own people.
Papal visit to Middle East an encouragement to the region's remaining Christians
The Pope appealed for peace before departing Lebanon at the end of his first foreign papal trip.
Correspondence from Alice in Wonderland author, Lewis Carroll, discovered in Lincoln Cathedral
The letter mentions a number of people who partially inspired scenes from Carroll’s most famous work, Alice in Wonderland.
Police still haven't decided if pro-life campaigner will be charged for silent prayer
Pro-life campaigner Isabel Vaughan-Spruce has had a legal Sword of Damocles over her head for 10 months as British authorities continue to decide whether or not to charge her for silent prayer in an abortion clinic buffer zone.
Most people in Britain believe that Christmas has become too commercial
Many Brits want a return to tradition, a survey by the Children's Society has found.
Shine Jesus Shine tops poll of favourite assembly hymns
The popular church song Shine Jesus Shine is also a hit at school assemblies, according to the findings of a Songs of Praise poll.