Mark Woods

Why North Korea is the most dangerous place in the world to be a Christian
The world's most secretive and oppressive state is run by fear and brutality, writes Mark Woods.

Westboro Baptist targets Vicky Beeching in anti-gay protest
Protesters picket the Gay Christian Network conference in Portland, Oregon.

Matthew Ashimolowo: I know who'll win Nigerian election
The senior pastor of Kingsway International Christian Centre claims God has told him the results.

Oscar Romero was a true martyr, says Vatican
The murdered Salvadoran archbishop has moved closer to sainthood with the judgment from the Congregation for Saints' Causes.

Franklin Graham: Kelvin Cochran firing was 'politically correct bullying'
Graham has accused a gay Atlanta council member of going on a 'rampage' to discredit the former fire chief.

Britain to increase security in Jewish areas after Paris killings
The attacks on a kosher supermarket have raised fears for Jews in the UK.

Bishop slams 'inhumane' detention of 30,000 migrants
The Bishop of Croydon has backed a time limit on detentions as some migrants are now held for more than two years.

Luxury hotel cancels booking for homeless people, backs down after protests
A luxury hotel has said that homeless people can stay there after all.

Atlanta fire chief sacked in anti-gay book row may sue city
Kelvin Cochran's case has been taken up by Alliance Defending Freedom.

Qu'ran-burning pastor Terry Jones is running a French fries stand in Florida mall
Terry Jones is number two on an Al Qaeda hit list and locals have raised security concerns.

Christianity is helping power Chinese economy, says study
Faith networks and Christian social values are contributing to China's growth.

Embattled Sri Lanka bishop steps down over financial scandal
Bishop Shanta Francis has resigned following months of speculation.

Muslim Egyptian President in groundbreaking visit to Christian church
President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi broke precedent and attended a service in Cairo's Coptic cathedral.

Atlanta fire chief sacked over 'anti-gay' book
Kevin Cochran has fiercely defended himself against charges of discrimination, but lost his job.

Cathedral verger hospitalised with head injuries after vicious attack
Blackburn Cathedral's head verger was assaulted in the cathedral nave.

#JeSuisCharlie: Paris killings generate outpouring of anger and sympathy
Thousands have taken to social media to express their feelings about the murders at the Charlie Hebdo offices.