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Coptic Church bells ring out across Egypt in solidarity with mosque attack victims
Up to 300 people were killed when militants targeted worshippers in a coordinated gun and bomb attack on al-Rawdah mosque in Bir al-Abed, west of Arish city in the Sinai region.
Faith helps protect women against domestic violence: Tearfund survey
Men who are actively engaged in a faith group are more than twice as likely to think violence towards their partner is never justified.
Don't call God 'he': Church of Sweden calls clergy to use gender-neutral language
The Church of Sweden is opting for gender-neutral language when referring to God, with designators like 'he' and 'Lord' being omitted from liturgy.
Traumatised: How art therapy is shining a light for Iraqi refugees after ISIS
Traumatised refugee children in Iraq are receiving healing help through the power of art therapy, as they recover from the damage done by ISIS.
Pope Francis leads prayer for 'seeds of peace' in war-torn South Sudan and Congo
Pope Francis led prayer for peace in South Sudan and Congo last night, after papal visits to the countries was deferred by the ongoing conflict in the regions.
West End stars come together for evangelical Christmas extravaganza
Christian performers from across the UK and some of the biggest shows in the West End such as Les Miserables, The Phantom of The Opera, Matilda and Wicked are coming together on December 3 to present an evangelical show.
China's Communist regime blocks tourists visiting Vatican
The Chinese Communist Party has ordered travel agencies not to send tour groups to visit the Vatican, according to reports, because 'there are no diplomatic relations' between China and the Holy See.
UK medical professionals call for abortion decriminalisation as nation faces 'crisis point'
UK medical professionals will today argue that abortion should be fully decriminalised, saying the country faces a 'crisis point in abortion provision'.
Isis-linked terror group release mock image of Pope Francis being 'beheaded'
A media group linked to Islamic State (ISIS) has released a shocking propaganda poster depicting Pope Francis being beheaded, amid fears of terrorist attacks in Europe during this Christmas period.
'Crocodile' or 'born-again Christian'?: Emmerson Mnangagwa's bloody journey as he slides to power
Emmerson Mnangagwa, known as 'Ngwena' or 'the Crocodile' thanks to his shrewd ruthlessness, once said that he had been taught to 'destroy and kill', though he later claimed to be a born-again Christian.
Trump defends Roy Moore from sexual misconduct allegations: 'He totally denies it'
Donald Trump has defended Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore amidst allegations against the Republican legislator of sexual misconduct with teenage girls.
Over 18s only: ID required to sample Asda's Christmas mince pies
The supermarket Asda is demanding that shoppers present their ID to sample its mince pies because they contain port and brandy.
Katy Perry and Los Angeles Catholic Archdiocese win millions in legal battle over convent
The popular singer Katy Perry has been awarded $1.6 million (£1.2 million) after a long-running court battle over her purchase of a convent in Los Angeles, music-news.com reported.
Kurdish referendum ruled unconstitutional by Iraqi Federal Court
Iraq's Supreme Federal Court today issued what it called a 'final' ruling that a referendum held on Kurdish independence was unconstitutional and that the results of the vote were void, a court spokesman said.
Man accidentally shoots himself and wife during gun discussion in church
An 81-year-old Tennessee man, who said he carried a gun everywhere, accidentally shot himself and his wife during a discussion in church about gun violence at houses of worship, it emerged last night.
Don't pray to God 'like a parrot,' says Pope Francis
Mass-goers should spend their time in silence before the service, preparing to 'meet Jesus' instead of engaging in 'chitchat', Pope Francis has said.