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Friday, 27 February 2015 00:00
China: Refugee influx from Myanmar
Myanmar has declared a state of emergency in a border region where fighting between the army and a self-styled militia called the National Myanmar Democratic Alliance Army has forced tens of thousands of civilians to flee…
Friday, 27 February 2015 00:00
Global: 40 days for life
In 252 cities across 19 countries Christians are uniting in a pro-life campaign called ’40 Days for Life’ which will run throughout Lent. The mission of the campaign is to unite the church in repentance, intercession,…
Friday, 27 February 2015 00:00
USA: Possible Presbyterian redefinition of marriage by 21 June
An amendment to the rules of the United States' largest Presbyterian denomination to recognise gay marriage has gained considerable support in its regional bodies, with 51 of 172 presbyteries already voting in favour of redefining marriage…
Thursday, 19 February 2015 00:00
Denmark: Large crowds mourn shooting victims
Tens of thousands of people have gathered in towns and cities across Denmark to commemorate the victims of weekend gun attacks in the capital. People holding candles and torches observed a minute's silence at the start…
Thursday, 19 February 2015 00:00
Ukraine: Troops retreat from key town Debaltseve
The Ukrainian president says his forces are making an ‘organised’ withdrawal from the embattled town of Debaltseve. Petro Poroshenko said 80% of Ukraine's troops left on Wednesday morning, with more to follow. Fighting has raged over…
Thursday, 19 February 2015 00:00
Denmark: Large crowds mourn shooting victims
Tens of thousands of people have gathered in towns and cities across Denmark to commemorate the victims of weekend gun attacks in the capital. People holding candles and torches observed a minute's silence at the start…