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Court in Pakistan orders change in legal marriage age
Different minimums for males and females ruled discriminatory.
The rise of the US evangelical right
Whatever one thinks about that â and opinions sharply differ â it is a political and cultural phenomenon of great importance. But what is its history? How has the US 'evangelical right' emerged as such a political force? And why is it so supportive of Donald Trump and MAGA?
Church leaders in Kenya give qualified support for plan to close orphanages
Amid a growing push to reunite orphans with extended family rather than keep children in residential homes, Kenyan authorities are set to adopt a new program that will phase out traditional orphanages over the next decade.
Seven teenagers arrested following stabbing of bishop
Seven teenagers have been arrested by Australian police for allegedly belonging to a network that follows "violent extremist ideology".
Olympian's fire for God continues to burn a century on
Immortalised in the classic movie Chariots of Fire, Liddell was known for his unwavering faith in God and his refusal to compromise his beliefs for anyone.
Widespread opposition to abortion clinic buffer zones in Scotland
A public consultation about proposals to introduce abortion clinic 'buffer zones' across Scotland has revealed widespread opposition.
Kate Bottley on what faith means to her
"I don't believe in a vengeful God, I believe in a loving God that loves us so much."
Early Christian Scripture and ancient codices draw collectors' eyes to Paris
The starring role in a June auction at Christie's will be taken by the Crosby-Schoyen Codex, the oldest known book in private hands. Written on papyrus in the Coptic language, it contains the oldest complete version of the First Epistle of Peter and the Book of Jonah.
Christian artists pay tribute to Mandisa after death at 47: 'her battle is over'
Police have provided an update on their investigation into the death of 47-year-old Christian artist Mandisa on April 18 as fellow musicians have reflected on the impact she had on their lives.
US watchdog voices concern as over 150 churches attacked since Sudan war began
Since the war in Sudan began last April, over 150 churches have been damaged or destroyed, according to a report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom.
Christian charity launches safeguarding manifesto
The charity has launched the manifesto ahead of the upcoming general election.
New Christian film removes obstacles for deaf people
Premiering this month, the movie was written and produced by deaf professionals, ensuring the Gospel story is presented through a deaf lens while remaining true to the Biblical account of Christ's life.
Supreme Court of Finland to hear 'hate speech' charges against Christian MP over Bible tweet
The Supreme Court of Finland confirmed Friday that Finnish parliamentarian Päivi Räsänen will face trial a third time over her five-year-old Bible verse tweet that criticized the Finnish Lutheran Church for promoting LGBT "pride month."
Learning from the African Church's extraordinary success
Why has faith in Africa blossomed beautifully, while Western Christianity declines? Here are four habits we should learn from our African brothers and sisters.
Christians call for end to India's forced conversion laws
Release International, a UK-based Christian ministry, has used India's national elections to renew calls for an end to anti-conversion laws, saying they have led to an increase in arrests of Christians and violence against believers.
When I obey the Lord, I still have joy and hope
Li Jie and many like him have not lost hope.