Kevin Jackson, Christian Today US Correspondent

Nobody Voted Off Charitable 'American Idol'

American Idol took its charity theme very seriously this week as it spared all six finalists from being voted off.

Is Media, Culture to Blame for US Virginia Tech Shootings?

As the international community joins America in mourning the recent tragedy that befell students at Virginia Tech University, people around the globe have tried to explain the reasons and motivations that could have led to the shootings that took the lives of 33 students.

Rosie O'Donnell Challenged on 'Anti-Christian Hate Speech'

The "Dr. Phil of Prayer" has issued a challenge to outspoken American television star Rosie O'Donnell to defend her "anti-Christian hate speech," surprisingly by the invitation of US radio talk show host Howard Stern.

Hillsong United Begins US, Canada Tour with Battle Cry

One of the world's most renowned praise bands is bringing their modern rock worship to cities all across the United States and Canada beginning Friday with the first event of their North American tour.

'Idol' Power Boosts Chris Sligh Band to Top of Music Nation

The curly-haired Christian star who placed tenth in this season's American Idol has already been showing his future prospect in the music industry, having his South Carolina-based band already being voted as the top rock group for week 10 in Music Nation's online video contest.

40,000 Attend Australian Gospel Music Fest Over Easter Weekend

The city of Toowoomba, located in Queensland, Australia, was filled to the brim as 40,000 Christians gathered over the Easter weekend to listen to their favorite gospel artists.

Book Shows Einstein's Belief in God

A book chronicling the life history of Albert Einstein is soon to be released and will reveal the deep religiosity of one of history's greatest minds.

Christian Favourites Keep their Place on 'American Idol'

Christian fans following the sixth season of American Idol can relax this week now that Wednesday's vote-off show has aired, leaving all three of Gospel Music Association-favoured artists to sing another week.

US Superbowl Coach Affirms Opposition to Same-Sex 'Marriage'

Tony Dungy, the Christian coach of this year's Super Bowl champions, clearly laid out his position against same-sex "marriage" Tuesday night.

Churchgoers Shine in American Idol

Christian singers are continuing to show success in the sixth season of American Idol as three Gospel Music Association (GMA) favourites - Jordin Sparks, Melinda Doolittle, and Chris Sligh - moved on past the vote last week.

Christians Make it Through to 'American Idol' Final 12

Several Christians made the big cut to make it as the final 12 competitors in this year's American Idol, one of America's most watched television programs.

New Documentary Aims to Prove Christ's Resurrection

A new DVD documenting evidence for the Christ's resurrection is scheduled to be released by Grizzly Adams Productions, a corporation that releases family-friendly films, television series and specials, during Easter this year.

Controversial 'Homophobic' Snickers Ad Withdrawn in US

A Snickers commercial that aired during the Super Bowl and featured two car mechanics accidentally kissing has been immediately withdrawn following complaints from several gay rights organisations that labelled it as "homophobic."