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Trafficked woman forced to have 19 abortions
More police resources are needed to beat the trade in women, says charity head.
11-year-old British schoolboy is voice of God in Ridley Scott's Exodus movie
A British schoolboy is to portray the voice of God in upcoming epic Exodus: God and Kings.
Joaquin Phoenix opens up about growing up in Children of God cult
Actor Joaquin Phoenix has spoken out about his parents' involvement in the Children of God.
Pastor faces charges for not conducting same-sex wedding
A gay couple has reported a United Methodist minister to Church authorities.
Pope Francis' message to G20: no peace or justice without care for poor
Profits aren't everything, Pope tells world leaders.
Seven surprising things Bono has said about Jesus
Bono has lots to say about Jesus, God and the Church, writes Martin Saunders.
Science and religion tell the same story, says Da Vinci Code author Dan Brown
Author Dan Brown this week described the relationship between science and religion as "partners", insisting: "They are two different languages telling the same story".
Latin America: Why thousands of Catholics are defecting to evangelical churches
Huge shifts are driven by desire for personal relationship with God, writes Mark Woods.
British public names Bible as most valuable book to humanity
The Bible has been voted the most valuable book for humanity by the British public.
Global day of prayer to focus on Christians in prison for their faith
With persecution against Christians on the rise, churches across the UK will be gathering for the International Day of Prayer on November 16.
Justin Welby launches credit union scheme to defeat payday lenders
The Archbishop of Canterbury today launches his plan to take on and outdo pay day lenders.
Reflection: Who or what shapes YOUR life?
David Baker asks what we are influenced by.
US Supreme Court allows gay marriage to proceed in Kansas
Judgment means licences can be issued immediately.
Ebola death toll tops 5,000; Mali quarantines 90
Aid effort gathers pace as victim numbers rise.
Boost pressure on Russia over Ukraine, US tells UN council
Troop movements stoke fears of a return to all-out conflict.
Enough evidence to hold North Korea's Kim Jong Un accountable - UN official
Massive human rights abuses laid at leader's door.