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Broadcaster tells how cancer brought her closer to God
Broadcaster tells how cancer brought her closer to God

Broadcaster and journalist Kate Nicholas has revealed how "a second cancer journey" brought her into a deeper relationship with God.

North Korea is once again world's worst persecutor of Christians
North Korea is once again world's worst persecutor of Christians

Open Doors has released its World Watch List 2024 detailing the 50 countries where Christians suffer the most for their faith, and North Korea ranks number one for the 22nd time in 23 years.

IHOPKC says some reports of misconduct likely 'were not handled properly\'
IHOPKC says some reports of misconduct likely 'were not handled properly'

"From what we can tell, most of those incidents happened under the watch of leaders who are no longer here, but that doesn't change IHOPKC's responsibility to thoroughly examine and address each case."

Pro-lifer's trial over silent prayer delayed again
Pro-lifer's trial over silent prayer delayed again

The trial of a Christian who prayed silently near an abortion clinic has been delayed for a second time.

Street Preachers' Charter in development to prevent more arrests
Street Preachers' Charter in development to prevent more arrests

A new charter is being developed after a number of high profile arrests and prosecutions involving street preachers.

Archaeological evidence supports biblical account of destroyed city
Archaeological evidence supports biblical account of destroyed city

Latest archaeological research has found evidence of extensive burning at a city mentioned in the Bible.

UCF reports massive surge in violence against Christians in India
UCF reports massive surge in violence against Christians in India

A C Michael, the National Coordinator of UCF, expressed concern over the unsettling average of three incidents per day in the last week of 2023.

Christians more likely to use AI at work than non-Christians: survey
Christians more likely to use AI at work than non-Christians: survey

Self-identified Christians are more likely to use artificial intelligence in their work on at least some occasions than their non-Christian peers, according to survey data released by the Barna Group.

Religious unpaid carers have better health, study finds
Religious unpaid carers have better health, study finds

Unpaid carers who have a faith are more likely to be in better health than their counterparts who are not religious.

Could the Pope's plea inspire Scorsese's next blockbuster?
Could the Pope's plea inspire Scorsese's next blockbuster?

At the age of 81, Scorsese, known for his tough and impactful storytelling, has made clear his desire to shift gears once more and explore the subject of Jesus Christ in his upcoming film.

Christian in Pakistan loses job, home after false blasphemy charge
Christian in Pakistan loses job, home after false blasphemy charge

Acquittal after a false blasphemy charge has not kept a Christian widow in Pakistan from being driven from her job and village amid threats.

Scotland: fears for parents who oppose child's gender transition
Scotland: fears for parents who oppose child's gender transition

Concerns have been raised about the rights of parents in Scotland who oppose their child's desire to change genders.

Reacher star defends role against Christian critics
Reacher star defends role against Christian critics

Alan Ritchson finds it "funny" that some people including "supposed Christians" have criticised him for his role in the hit Amazon show, Reacher.

US pastors struggle with post-pandemic burnout
US pastors struggle with post-pandemic burnout

Median in-person attendance has steadily declined since the start of the century, the report said, and with fewer younger participants, the typical age of congregants is rising.

Finnish state prosecutor to appeal Christian politician's 'not guilty' verdict
Finnish state prosecutor to appeal Christian politician's 'not guilty' verdict

A protracted court battle is not over for a Finnish MP and bishop after the country's state prosecutor announced it would appeal a recent 'not guilty' verdict.

Street preacher arrested in Glasgow wins substantial damages from police
Street preacher arrested in Glasgow wins substantial damages from police

Police Scotland are to pay thousands of pounds in damages to a street preacher who was arrested and detained in Glasgow in 2022.