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Thursday, 05 November 2020 23:31
Iran: Christian flogged for sharing communion wine
Harsh sentences reflect dark times for both recognised and underground churches in Iran. The flogging of an underground Christian, and the harsh prison sentence upheld for the pastor of a legally-recognised church, reflect the growing dangers…
Thursday, 05 November 2020 23:28
Saudi Arabia: UN worried about activist’s health
A Saudi women’s rights activist, Loujain al-Hathloul (31), was arrested along with about a dozen other female activists in May 2018. She has been on hunger strike for a week, and on 5 November her health…
Thursday, 05 November 2020 23:24
India: Covid vaccine by February?
An Indian government-backed Covid-19 vaccine could be launched as soon as February, months earlier than expected. Final trials begin this month and studies have so far shown it is safe and effective, said a senior government…
Thursday, 29 October 2020 21:41
Pakistan: Christian sentenced to death for blasphemy
In Pakistan, false accusations of blasphemy are widespread and often motivated by personal vendettas or religious hatred. Accusations have the potential to spark mob lynchings, vigilante murders, and mass protests. Recently the wife and family of…
Thursday, 29 October 2020 21:39
Global: prayer campaign for a breakthrough church
‘Contend’ is a 21-day prayer campaign, from 4 to 25 November, seeking God for a breakthrough in His global Church surrounding an increase of mission mobilisation across church structures, moving mission from the periphery to its…
Thursday, 29 October 2020 21:34
Nigeria: police chief vows to take back streets
Protests against police brutality subsided after a violent crackdown: see Now the police chief has ordered more police resources after the curfew gave way to widespread vandalism and looting, including government food warehouses stripped bare. Shopping…