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Wisconsin authorities working to establish motive in deadly Christian school shooting

The motive behind a deadly shooting at a Christian school in Wisconsin appears to stem from "a combination of factors", authorities said on Tuesday.

Missing Christian pilgrim found safe in Syria

Described as a "Christmas miracle" by his family, American citizen Travis Timmerman has been found in Syria after being unexpectedly detained for seven months while making a pilgrimage in an effort to deepen his Christian faith.

Evangelical Alliance fears assisted dying will come to Ireland after UK Parliament vote

A bill to introduce assisted dying in Ireland lapsed in the previous DÃ¡il on Nov. 8, just before the general election took place.

Vatican removes Palestinian keffiyeh Nativity scene amid backlash

After the display raised a few eyebrows, the Vatican appears to have removed a Nativity scene that showed baby Jesus lying on a keffiyeh, the traditional scarf used as a national symbol by Palestinians that anti-Israel activists have donned at their protests.

Bishop tells Islamic rebels Christians must not be 'second-class citizens' in Syria

Leaders of churches and ecclesial communities in Syria met with representatives of the armed Islamic-led rebel groups that seized control of the country amid fears that Christians could face persecution or strict regulations that could disrupt their faith life.

Oldest Christian artefact north of the Alps unearthed in Germany

Archaeologists in Germany have confirmed the discovery of a 1,750-year-old amulet containing a silver scroll, now recognised as the oldest physical evidence of Christianity north of the Alps.

What next for Syria â and the wider Middle East region?

Will this really be a new era of peace and freedom for Syria after years of oppression and conflict?

Dozens of Christians killed in Nigeria

Fulani herdsmen killed 48 Christians in central Nigeria's Benue state between Nov. 24 and Dec. 1, sources said.

Christians in Syria face 'uncertain, perilous future'

Christians in Syria confront an uncertain and perilous future under the control of Islamist-led rebel forces, a human rights group has warned.

Notre-Dame reopens to the world

Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris has reopened with a dazzling ceremony and concert after a painstaking five-year restoration following a devastating fire in 2019.

Global leaders adopt 'Madrid Commitment' in defence of freedom, family and life

"At the UN, there are countless resolutions being voted on that talk about gender, abortion, and patriarchy, but they do not address the family."

Schools in Finland face opposition to Christian music

The National Non-Discrimination and Equality Tribunal determined that non-Christian pupils should be compensated 1,500 euros ($1,562 USD) by the school.

Syrian Christians in 'grave danger' as Islamist militias take over Aleppo

Syrian Christians in Aleppo face "grave danger" after Islamist militias took over the city, local church leaders say. The militias, including jihadist groups, have seized control following the withdrawal of government forces and are removing all Christmas decorations, according to a report.