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Donald Trump says religious freedom is 'under attack'
Donald Trump has pledged to do more to protect freedom of conscience and belief at home and overseas on Religious Freedom Day.
Christians defend Karen Pence over teaching job at Christian school
The wife of US Vice President Mike Pence has come under fire for teaching at a Christian school that requires employees to adhere to traditional views on marriage and sexuality.
Pastor steps down over 'Bruce Jenner is still a man' church sign
The pastor of a church in northern California has resigned after posting a controversial sign saying that transgender reality star Caitlyn Jenner was still a man.
Bishop refusing to allow same-sex marriage ceremonies says he will appeal disciplinary action
Bishop Michael Curry, who last year wed Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, has partially restricted the ministry of Bishop William Love over his refusal to perform same-sex marriage ceremonies.
Most millennials support restrictions on abortion as NY Governor Cuomo pushes for greater liberalisation
New research into the views of millennials on abortion has found that most oppose the termination of pregnancies without any legal restrictions.
Trump threatens Turkey with 'economic devastation' if it attacks US-allied Kurds
President Donald Trump threatened Turkey with economic devastation if it attacks a US-allied Kurdish militia in Syria.
Pathologizing masculinity
The American Psychological Association diagnoses men as the problem
Church raising money to help workers affected by US government shutdown
As the partial federal government shutdown moves toward a fourth week, a historic church in Memphis, Tennessee, has stepped in to help their affected members weather an uncertain period of missed paychecks.
Franklin Graham slams Christian Bale for Golden Globes quip: 'Satan is a real being'
Welsh-born actor Bale portrayed former US vice president Dick Cheney in the film Vice, saying in his speech: 'Thank you to Satan for giving me inspiration on how to play this role.'
Christian baker allowed to proceed with lawsuit against Colorado state
A federal judge ruled Masterpiece Cakeshop owner Jack Phillips could continue with his lawsuit against the Colorado Civil Rights Commission over claims of religious discrimination
Fund Trump's wall, Hispanic evangelical leader tells Democrats
Parts of the US government have been shut down in an impasse over funding the wall, a key Trump campaign promise.
In chilling move, Chinese official erases First Commandment
'This is a national policy. You should have a clear understanding of the situation. Don't go against the government.'
Christian Bale thanks Satan for his Golden Globes win
Evidently spoofing actors who thank God for their wins, Bale said: 'Thank you to Satan for giving me inspiration on how to play this role.'
Trump's transgender military ban finds support in federal appeals court
A federal appeals court has ruled that the Trump administration's restrictions on transgender people serving in the military can stand for now.
Five children killed in horrific church van crash on way to Disney World
Five children were among the seven victims of a horrific crash involving their church van as they were making their way to Disney World in Orlando, Florida on Thursday.
Pope tells US bishops to rethink their approach to sex abuse scandal
The bishops are meeting for a spiritual retreat directed by the Preacher to the Papal Household, Fr Raniero Cantalamessa.