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Changes to terrorism and extremism laws could harm religious freedom
Christians "need to be wary" as the government weighs up changing legislation on terrorism and extremism.

Family of Christian teen calls for public inquiry into NHS handling of end-of-life cases
"Sudiksha's profoundly disturbing case has demonstrated the urgent need for an overhaul into how critical care decisions are made in the NHS and the courts."

Dozens of bishops back same-sex marriages for priests
Dozens of bishops have signed a public statement saying that pastoral guidance should be issued to allow priests to enter into same-sex marriages.

Terrorists kill Christian, kidnap 25 others in northern Nigeria
Suspected Fulani herdsmen attacked a village in northern Nigeria on early Tuesday, killing one Christian, wounding two and kidnapping 25 others, sources said.

Iraq's Christians fear spread of Israel-Hamas war
Already suffering Christians in Iraq may quit the country if the war in the Holy Land engulfs the region, an archbishop there has warned.

Baby Indi denied permission to be treated abroad
Mr Justice Robert Peel ruled that it was in the 8-month-old's "best interests" to die in the UK instead.

Bethlehem Christian leaning on faith
A Bethlehem Christian is clinging to his faith as the war between Israel and Gaza takes its toll on the Christian community in the West Bank.

Matthew Perry spoke about experiencing the 'presence of God' in his book before death
Since the news of his death, the actor's comments about God and the afterlife have resurfaced.

Most Brits support banning pro-life protests outside abortion clinics: poll
A little over three-quarters of British citizens are in favour of banning pro-life protests outside abortion clinics, according to the recently released findings of a survey.

Pro-life volunteer fined for praying silently near abortion clinic
Police priorities have been questioned after a pro-life volunteer was fined for praying silently within an abortion clinic 'buffer zone'.

US insurance company projects billions in potential scams targeting churches by 2025
Religious organisations, often known for their trustworthiness and openness, may inadvertently become vulnerable to fraudulent activities.

Disappointment as Isle of Man moves closer to legalising assisted suicide
Anti-euthanasia campaigners have expressed disappointment after the Isle of Man moved closer to legalising assisted suicide for terminally ill adults.

Humanitarian tragedy looms as Pakistan threatens to expel Afghan refugees
Over a million Afghans are at risk of being forced back to Taliban rule by Pakistan.

Report highlights extensive child sexual abuse by Spanish clergy
An independent commission estimates that over 200,000 children in Spain have suffered sexual abuse at the hands of Roman Catholic clergy since 1940.

Vineyard leaders resign amid disagreements over Alan Scott review
Senior Vineyard leaders Neil and Janet Young are parting ways with the denomination amid disagreements over an independent review into allegations surrounding Alan Scott.

As Turkey's Christians celebrate a new church, religious minorities still call for respect
Though he has allowed new houses of worship to be built and old ones to be reopened, President Recep Tayyip ErdoÄan needs to do more, observers say, to restore respect for a truly pluralistic society as much as for church property.