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Dozens of faith leaders call for action to stop 'genocide' of Uighurs in China
The letter, signed by Rowan Williams among other faith leaders, warns of "genocide" against the minority group in China.
Oppression of Christians has increased during Covid-19
Oppression and discrimination towards Christians has only worsened during the pandemic, says Release International.
Professors issue correction to paper on mental health benefits of 'gender-affirming' surgeries
Two professors who published a paper last year on the mental health benefits of 'gender-affirming' surgeries now say their original conclusions were "too strong".
Methodist Church urges HSBC to reconsider support for Hong Kong security law
The Methodist Church of Great Britain has written to HSBC calling for a re-think of its support for the new security law.
Beirut explosion is a 'tragedy of immense proportions' - Cardinal Vincent Nichols
Cardinal Vincent Nichols has spoken of his "horror" over the huge industrial explosion in Beirut that killed at least 135 people and injured 5,000 more.
New Down's syndrome test will lead to rise in abortions, say campaigners
Pro-life campaigners fear that the government roll-out of a new Down's syndrome test will lead to a rise in abortions.
Jesus Army accused of abuse cover-up in leaked report
A report leaked to the BBC claims that the abuse of women and children in the now-defunct Jesus Army was covered-up by senior members of the organisation.
Beirut blast will exacerbate Lebanon food shortages - Christian Aid
The massive explosion at Beirut's port on Tuesday is threatening to plunge even more Lebanese into hunger, Christian Aid has warned.
Thirtyone:eight chief executive pulls out of ReNew Conference
Justin Humphreys, chief executive of safeguarding charity ThirtyOne:Eight, has withdrawn as a speaker from the ReNew Conference 2020.
Prayers for Beirut after huge blast leaves at least 100 dead
Christians are being asked to pray for victims and their loved ones after a gigantic blast tore through Beirut's port area on Tuesday night, killing at least a hundred people and injuring thousands.
Christian teacher in misgendering row let go from second school for calling Muhammad a 'false prophet'
A Christian teacher who took his former school to court over a misgendering row says he has been let go from a second school after saying Muhammad was a "false prophet".
Father to take legal action against police after being dragged from dying daughter's hospital bed
A father who was dragged from the hospital bedside of his terminally ill daughter is pursuing legal action against the police, claiming wrongful arrest.
Free speech under threat at British universities - report
Academic freedom at British universities is under threat because of a growing tendency by academics to self-censor, a new report from the Policy Exchange has warned.
BBC receives complaints over same-sex kiss in teenage drama
The BBC has received complaints after broadcasting a same-sex kiss in a drama aimed at teenage viewers.
Emeritus Pope Benedict in 'fragile' condition after visit to Germany
Emeritus Pope Benedict is reported to be seriously ill after a visit to Germany to see his dying brother.
William Wade wins Sermon of the Year 2020
The winner of Sermon of the Year 2020 has been named today as William Wade.