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Christian churches in Kenya struggle after being targeted by Islamist group
Christian churches in Kenya struggle after being targeted by Islamist group

Churches in Kenya are struggling to give its faithful relief in terms of security and trauma counselling after swathes of attacks against Christians and non-Muslims engulfed the country last week.

Islamic State weapons and fighting positions in Syria and Iraq targeted in 20 air strikes by US-led forces
Islamic State weapons and fighting positions in Syria and Iraq targeted in 20 air strikes by US-led forces

The United States and partner nations have conducted 20 air strikes against Islamic State targets in Syria and Iraq since Wednesday, the US Central Command said on Friday.

David Cameron tells Pakistan to treat British man imprisoned for blasphemy fairly
David Cameron tells Pakistan to treat British man imprisoned for blasphemy fairly

Prime Minister David Cameron asked his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif on Friday to ensure a British man jailed for blasphemy is treated fairly and that his history of mental health is taken into account.

Prince William to meet Obama at White House during US visit
Prince William to meet Obama at White House during US visit

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are making a flyby visit to the US next week that will include a meeting with President Barack Obama at the White House.

Somali town targeted in suicide bombing, up to 7 dead
Somali town targeted in suicide bombing, up to 7 dead

Up to seven people have been killed in a suicide bomb attack in a town in northwestern Somalia, with the suspicion falling to militant Islamist group al Shabaab. 

International response to Syrian refugees \'truly shocking\', says Amnesty
International response to Syrian refugees 'truly shocking', says Amnesty

A report by Amnesty International today strongly criticises the international response to the Syrian refugee crisis, and has called on Western governments to offer more places for people who have been displaced.

\'I have to sacrifice my life for the future of my country\' – the aid workers fighting for Afghan peace
'I have to sacrifice my life for the future of my country' – the aid workers fighting for Afghan peace

The deaths of three aid workers in Afghanistan last week showed that the country is still not safe, writes Lucinda Borkett-Jones.

Electioneering puts Vatican under pressure to delay Sri Lanka visit
Electioneering puts Vatican under pressure to delay Sri Lanka visit

Christians fear spiritual event is being turned political.

Grand Imam condemns Islamic State ideology and 'barbaric crimes'

Intervention by a senior Muslim religious leader could have profound consequences, says bishop.

Myles Munroe may have known end was coming, says Bahamas prime minister
Myles Munroe may have known end was coming, says Bahamas prime minister

Myles Munroe had a "sense of urgency" about him before his death and may have felt that his days were numbered, according to the Prime Minister of the Bahamas, Perry Christie.

Egypt: Imprisoned Christian journalist who converted from Islam goes on hunger strike
Egypt: Imprisoned Christian journalist who converted from Islam goes on hunger strike

A high-profile Christian journalist in Egypt, imprisoned and tortured for converting from the Muslim faith, is reported to have begun a hunger strike in prison.

Fifteen Indians blinded after surgery with suspected infected tools
Fifteen Indians blinded after surgery with suspected infected tools

Fifteen Indians lost their sight after a doctor used suspected infected equipment to remove cataracts at a free eye surgery camp.

Church leaders\' outrage at Eric Garner killing verdict
Church leaders' outrage at Eric Garner killing verdict

Astonishment and anger expressed at grand jury's decision not to charge officer.

You\'ve heard of foodbanks... now \'Treebanks\' are giving poor families Christmas trees
You've heard of foodbanks... now 'Treebanks' are giving poor families Christmas trees

A pioneering project in Cambridgeshire is helping spread some seasonal cheer.