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'Sound of Freedom' filmmaker files to run for president of Mexico following film\'s success
'Sound of Freedom' filmmaker files to run for president of Mexico following film's success

As his movie "Sound of Freedom" ranks No 1 at the box office in Latin America, filmmaker and actor Eduardo Verástegui has officially registered to run as an independent candidate in Mexico's 2024 presidential election.

Conversion therapy ban not a high priority for most voters
Conversion therapy ban not a high priority for most voters

The poll asked 2,091 UK voters to rank their top five policy priorities for the next 12 months from a list of 23 possible options.

'Opposites attract' is a myth, study suggests
'Opposites attract' is a myth, study suggests

The study found that couples tend to share similar traits, from their religious beliefs to age, level of education, and substance use.

Former prime minister backs school ban on children changing gender identity
Former prime minister backs school ban on children changing gender identity

Liz Truss has said that schools should not allow children to change their gender identity.

Tony Evans announces engagement
Tony Evans announces engagement

Pastor Tony Evans is to marry again four years after the passing of his wife, Lois.

Raising young people in faith takes more than parents, study finds
Raising young people in faith takes more than parents, study finds

A new study from the University of Georgia (UGA) has underlined the important role that engaged congregations and strong faith communities play in helping with the spiritual development of children.

Study reveals key role of faith-based organisations in treating substance use
Study reveals key role of faith-based organisations in treating substance use

Religious groups have long played a role in reaching out to those in need, and according to a new study from the University of Kansas (KU) and Georgetown University, their place alongside the most vulnerable shows no signs of diminishing.

Pope 'deeply saddened' by loss of life in Libya
Pope 'deeply saddened' by loss of life in Libya

Pope Francis has expressed his sorrow over the loss of life and destruction in Libya where thousands have died in heavy flooding.

Meet the pastor behind that \'quitting the church\' essay
Meet the pastor behind that 'quitting the church' essay

A pastor's last thoughts on leaving the ministry sparked a national conversation about clergy health and the future of the church.

Silent prayer is not unlawful, says Home Secretary
Silent prayer is not unlawful, says Home Secretary

The Home Secretary has told police forces up and down the country that people should not be criminalised for praying silently.

Christian groups send emergency aid to Morocco as earthquake death toll nears 3,000
Christian groups send emergency aid to Morocco as earthquake death toll nears 3,000

"Please join me in praying for the people of Morocco and their first responders in the wake of this disaster," said Franklin Graham.

Manipur Christians appeal to Rishi Sunak amid ongoing violence
Manipur Christians appeal to Rishi Sunak amid ongoing violence

Christians in Manipur have written to British Prime Minister asking for his "immediate intervention" to bring an end to months of violence and bloodshed in the Indian state.

Terrorists kill Christian couple in Nigeria
Terrorists kill Christian couple in Nigeria

Abdullahi Usman, spokesman for the Taraba State Police Command, confirmed the killing of the couple.

Barrister appointed to review Church of England safeguarding board
Barrister appointed to review Church of England safeguarding board

The Church of England has appointed a leading public law barrister to review its Independent Safeguarding Board (ISB).

Christian teen vows to continue fight for life-preserving treatment
Christian teen vows to continue fight for life-preserving treatment

A Christian teenager locked in a legal battle with an NHS Trust to receive life-preserving treatment has said she will continue to fight.

Government must 'stand firm' on school transgender guidance
Government must 'stand firm' on school transgender guidance

Christians are being asked to pray that Rishi Sunak will not be swayed by pro-trans activists as new transgender guidance for schools continues to be hit by delays.