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Professional body for doctors to consult members on assisted dying
The professional body for family doctors in the UK is to consult members on what its stance should be on assisted dying.
New donation site for Israel Folau raises twice as much as cancelled GoFundMe page
The Australian Christian Lobby has stepped in to help Israel Folau in his bid to raise $3m for his legal battle against Rugby Australia after his crowdfunding page was controversially removed by GoFundMe.
Court's ruling mandating abortion of mentally ill woman's baby is overturned
Pro-life groups are demanding answers after three appeal judges overturned a hugely controversial judgement passed down just days ago permitting doctors to terminate the baby of a woman with a learning disability.
Majority of people return lost wallets â here's the psychology and which countries are the most honest
According to new research, there's no need to be so cynical â it turns out most people in the world are honourable enough to return a lost wallet, especially if it contains a lot of cash.
More Gen Z teenagers are leaving sex until later
Gen Z teenagers are leaving sex until later, and it could mean they lead healthier lives, say researchers
Court's abortion ruling infringes on pregnant woman's human rights, says bishop
A court's decision to allow an abortion to be performed on a pregnant woman with learning difficulties is "sad and distressing", the Auxiliary Bishop of Westminster has said.
Christian doctor investigated again for speaking to patients about God
A doctor faces being struck off by the medical regulator after speaking to patients about God and his Christian faith.
Call to action asks global Church to promote the contribution of women and girls
A call has gone out to the worldwide Church to do more to promote the contribution of women and girls and recognise their unique value.
Buckingham Palace reception celebrates people of faith making positive change in their communities
People of faith who are working for the good of their communities are to be celebrated this week at a reception at Buckingham Palace with the Queen.
Church of England bishop jailed for sexual abuse dies
Peter Ball, the former Bishop of Lewes who was jailed in 2015 for sexual offences, has died at the age of 87.
Evangelical Fellowship in the Anglican Communion parts ways with Gen Sec Richard Crocker and wife
Richard and Caroline Crocker are to cease in their roles as General Secretary and Director of Communications in the Evangelical Fellowship in the Anglican Communion (EFAC).
Evangelical Alliance welcomes fresh consultation on gender self-identification
The Evangelical Alliance has welcomed the Scottish Government's plans to open a new consultation into its plans to change the law on gender recognition.
British court says abortion can be performed on pregnant woman with learning disabilities
A British judge has given the go ahead to doctors to perform an abortion on a 22 week pregnant woman with learning difficulties.
US State Department report warns of 'chilling array' of religious freedom abuses worldwide
The US State Department's annual religious freedom report has warned of a "chilling array" of abuses against people of faith worldwide. Countries singled out for criticism in the report included China, Iran and Burma.
160 deacons from across Africa and Europe gather in Scotland
It is the 25th annual conference for the group and this year is bringing together 160 deacons from across Europe and Africa for a time of fellowship, worship and learning.
Church of England to invest millions in mission and church growth
Up to £155m is being earmarked by the Church of England to drive forward growth, protect its historic cathedrals for future generations, and increase its presence in underprivileged areas.