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Wednesday, 16 November 2011 13:33
Iran: Nuclear programme
The International Atomic Energy Agency's report on Iran's nuclear programme released Tuesday drew criticism from Iran, China and Russia, while the United States and Israel suggested more sanctions, or even military action against Tehran. Iran's representative…
Wednesday, 16 November 2011 13:32
Burma: New restrictions on religious activity
Christian Solidarity Worldwide reported, ‘Kachin State sent a letter to local churches, ‘concerning Christians conducting cultural training,’ requiring Christians in Phakant Township to submit a request at least 15 days in advance for permission to conduct…
Wednesday, 16 November 2011 13:30
Syria: Crackdown has killed 3,500+
Ravina Shamdasani spokeswoman for U.N. Human Rights Office said ‘The brutal crackdown on dissent in Syria has claimed the lives of over 3,500 Syrians. Since Syria signed the League of Arab States peace plan last week…
Wednesday, 16 November 2011 13:29
International: Day of prayer for the persecuted church
On Sunday 13th we are asked to intercede for the Persecuted Church. Globally 100 million Christians are persecuted. Open Doors USA are saying, ‘They know the Lord is with them – but is there anyone else?’…
Monday, 14 November 2011 10:55
Catholic church plans campaign to re-evangelise inactive members.
The Roman Catholic Church in England and Wales has launched its first outreach campaign to get people back into church, with its lapsed membership thought to number as many as five million. It started at the…
Monday, 14 November 2011 10:54
Anger over Ryanair’s plans for sex scene apps
Ryanair has come under fire over plans to develop apps that will allow passengers to watch adult film content during flights. The budget airline wants to launch apps that passengers can log into via their iPads…