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Religious freedom continues to deteriorate in Nicaragua

A report on human rights and religious freedom in Nicaragua warns that conditions in the central American state are continuing to deteriorate.

Church of Pakistan Bishop launches Lenten book at historic Dubai service

Shireen Bhatia

The book tackles the spiritual disciplines of Lent - prayer, fasting, and almsgiving - explaining how these practices build humility, strengthen faith, and deepen connection to Christ.
Bangladesh ex-PM Hasina's virtual speech sparks museum attack as criminal charges mount

Shireen Bhatia

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is facing serious criminal charges for allegedly causing 848 deaths during last year's widespread public protests.
Reclaiming Imago Dei: integrating logic, love, word, spirit and community in Christian calling

Rev. Dr. Richard Howell, CT India Contributor

President Donald Trump’s role as a peacemaker and unifier must be heeded seriously, especially in a world yearning for unity amidst division.
14 Christians, including 1-year-old girl, killed after Christmas carol service in Nigeria

Anugrah Kumar

At least 14 Christians, including a 1-year-old girl and a pregnant woman, were killed in Plateau state, Nigeria, following a Christmas carol service. The attack is the latest in a series of attacks against the Irigwe tribe in the north-central region of the country.
South Korean church leaders express sorrow after many killed in plane crash

Staff writer

Church leaders in South Korea have expressed their condolences after a plane crash in the south west of the country killed at least 177 people.
'Sad Christmas' for Christians in the Holy Land

Staff writer

Christians in the Holy Land are praying for peace this Christmas after another difficult year marked by conflict and suffering.
Religious tensions escalate in Bangladesh following Hindu leader’s arrest

Hannah Mitchell

Communal tensions have intensified in Bangladesh following the arrest and subsequent denial of bail for Hindu religious leader Chinmoy Krishna Das, leading to violent protests and raising concerns about the safety of religious minorities in the Muslim-majority nation.
Trump clinches historic return to White House; Indian leaders react

Shireen Bhatia

Modi took to social media platform X to share details of their exchange, emphasising his anticipation of strengthening India-US relations across various sectors including technology, defence, energy, and space.
Fears for Christians in Nigeria after Boko Haram releases shocking execution video

Staff writer

Open Doors has expressed concern about Nigerian Christians living at risk of deadly attacks by Islamist extremists after a graphic video was released showing the brutal execution of four "infidels".
Global persecution of Christians has worsened - report

Staff writer

The persecution of Christians worldwide has "significantly worsened" in the last year, a human rights charity has warned.
Archbishop of Canterbury's gay sex comments spark backlash

Staff writer

Evangelicals have expressed "disbelief" at comments made by the Archbishop of Canterbury in which he claimed that gay sex is not sinful if it is within a committed relationship.