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Energy switchers on the rise

A growing number of people are switching energy supplier but others are still missing out on potential cost savings, the industry regulator says.

Tajikistan women face hardship as young men flock to Russia

"Where have all the young men gone, gone to Russia everyone," might be the modified refrain of a folk song in many a rural village in Tajikistan, at least for the women folk left behind.

Heavy Uganda floods prompt first food air drops

The United Nations' World Food Programme has been forced to air drop food for the first time in Uganda after the east African nation suffered its worst flooding in 35 years.

U.N. envoy prods ASEAN for more action on Burma

The United Nations urged Southeast Asian nations on Wednesday to do more to push military-ruled Burma toward democracy after its bloodiest crackdown on pro-democracy activists in almost 20 years.

Christian human rights group welcomes new EU Burma sanctions

Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has welcomed the European Union's decision to impose targeted sanctions against Burma's military regime in response to the current crisis in Burma.

Outrage as archbishop gives Holy Communion to gay cross-dressers

The top Catholic official in San Francisco has prompted an outcry by conservative members of the Church after he gave Holy Communion to members of an activist group whose motto is 'Go Forth and Sin Some More'.

Sentamu celebrates 170th anniversary of Barbados church

The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, has taken part in a church's 170th anniversary celebrations during his visit to Barbados.

Mel Gibson tops 'Most Powerful Christian in Hollywood' poll

The Passion of the Christ director Mel Gibson has topped a poll as the Most Powerful Christian in Hollywood.

Missing priest found dead in Lancashire docks

A priest who went missing last Thursday has been found dead after police confirmed a body recovered from Preston Dock was that of Father Nicholas Clapp.

Christians to pray for 'secret believers' in Islamic countries

Christians worldwide are being invited to join a global prayer event next month focused on the "secret believers" that live in Islamic countries.

South African bishop commends Episcopal Church's pro-gay 'pause'

Among the swirl of mixed reactions over The Episcopal Church's recent statement to temporarily halt pro-gay actions, the head of the Anglican Church of South Africa applauded the announcement, calling it a move toward reconciliation.

Carman celebrates 30 years of ministry

Fans of internationally renowned Christian artist Carman are invited to submit their "favourite ministry moments" on myspace.com to celebrate 30-years of his ministry.

YFriday to Record Live CD, DVD in Derby

British Christian rock and worship band Yfriday will be recording their live CD & DVD at The Riverside Centre in Derby this month. The concert, which will be take place 27th October, will feature songs from the Rainmaker, Open, Revolution and Universal albums, with recording beginning at 7.30pm. Doors will open at 7pm.