Michael Shaw
Oxfam launches its 'Unwrapped' catalogue for Christmas
This Christmas, wrap up a donkey, put a class room under the tree and squeeze 100 school dinners into a stocking.
Oxfam's new Christmas 2005 Unwrapped alternative gift catalogue is the charity's biggest yet. Oxfam expects that come December, its quirky but life-saving gifts will again compete with the latest toys and gadgets in the 'must have' Christmas present charts.
The Unwrapped range features over 50 'funusual' present ideas across 52 pages, including new gifts and pro
Word Music Group Publishes its Catalogue on Musicnotes.com
Word Music Group, one of the world's largest catalogues of Christian Sheet Music, has given permission for its catalogue of Christian Music to appear on Musicnotes.com, the market leader in downloadable sheet music.
Twenty-One Ways to Live Longer
Life expectancy is rising steadily every year, with women living up to 79.9, on average, and men 75. Set your expectations higher with a guide from ivillage.co.uk to holding back the years.
SPUC Calls Court of Human Rights to Respect Rights of Unborn Child
The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC) has called upon the Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg to respect the right to life of a child in the womb. The Court is currently preparing to hear...
Christian Charities Fear for Fathers in Fertility Review
Christian Charities have expressed fears that the role of the father is in danger following an announcement this week UK fertility laws would be reviewed. The review could make it easier for single women and lesbians...
Youth Organisations Calling for More Active Role in the UN
Following a recent gathering of 26 Youth Organisations, the ICMYO (International Coordination Meeting of Youth Organisations) is calling on governments gathering for the UN World Summit...
Can Muscle Be Converted To Fat?
Believe it or not, urban myths also apply to fitness and fat loss. There is a misconceived notion that muscle which remains unused or never stimulated is simply converted to fat. You worked so hard to build up your metabolism and tone your body and now you fear it is all going to turn into a big ball of unflattering fat.
Uzbekistan Authorities Deport Religious Freedom Reporter
Mr Igor Rotar, Central Asian correspondent for Forum 18 has been deported after being held and detained following his recent arrival in Tashkent airport, Uzbekistan. Forum 18, a Christian News Service promoting Religious Freedom, continues to report...
Methodist Church Member Running for Liberian Presidency
With the official campaigning for the Liberian Elections beginning two days ago, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, a Methodist Church member and former United Nations official is leading...
The Modern Day Cranberry
Cranberries, a fruit indigenous to North America, now exported to the whole world were once used by native peoples in their diet, in ceremonies and for medicinal purposes to help treat liver, stomach and blood disorders. It is a far cry from the cranberry now used best when pressed to make juice or as an addition with the Thankgiving Turkey! Here is a little more that you may be interested to know about the Modern Day Cranberry.
Christian Bible Society to be Set Up in Heart of Iraq's Violence
A new Bible Society has set up office in conflict-stricken Baghdad in Iraq, despite ongoing persecution and violence against Iraq's Christian minority. In just over a year a task force engaged in the project...
Archbishop of Canterbury Urges Aid & Debt Relief to Move Faster
Dr Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury, has recently spoken out against the slowness of aid and debt relief to Africa. Following a recent visit to Burundi, Dr Williams complained that the strict conditions imposed...
Milk: Five Myths and Truths
Milk used to be considered a "perfect food"--indeed it is very nutritious. In recent years, however, "cow's milk is for calves" has become a rallying cry for several groups, which claim that milk is nothing less than a "deadly poison." If you believe these groups, milk is behind nearly all our major diseases. Here are some of the claims being made about milk and dairy products and the facts.
Coping with Worldly Unrest
Wars, civil unrest, bombings, terrorism and other worldwide turmoil can trigger intense feelings inside of you, even if you're thousands of miles removed. With 24-hour news coverage, Internet reports and even the irrepressible office gossip, the tensions seem to become more real each passing day. Is there any way to cope with this?
Before we know it these feelings can create uncertainty in us - fear over our future. As a result, we can feel anxious, irritable, insecure and even vulne
A Good Night's Sleep
Doesn’t everyone like the Irish? Contained in this light-hearted statement is a simple truth that a good night’s sleep is essential in keeping your body healthy, your mind rested and your heart peaceful. Something perhaps that many of us forget in our busy and burdensome lives. Within ourselves, it is important to know the limitations of our body, the dangers of overexertion and the curative value of finding the time to sleep well.