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‘Turbulent priest’ attacks government
Rowan Williams, head of the Church of England, has sharply criticised government policies. It's an echo of previous eras, when priests and kings, or priests and politicians, crossed swords.
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‘Genderless’ baby kicks up a Storm
A baby? Lovely! Boy or girl? What do you mean you're not saying? The intriguing tale of a family who want to bring up their baby, Storm, to make its own decisions about becoming a he or a she.
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Thousands disappointed as world fails to end
A US preacher predicted the world would end at 6pm last Saturday. Followers were shocked and dismayed as the day passed uneventfully. But although life goes on, apocalyptic beliefs are...
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The boy suicide bomber who changed his mind
Child bombers have become increasingly common in Afghanistan. But why choose to sacrifice your life? The dark tale of Noor Mohammed and the Taliban.
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‘Fairy story’ religion under fire again
Stephen Hawking, the world's most famous living physicist, has given a rare and explosive interview. By calling the afterlife “a fairy story”, he has reignited debate between science and...
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The Swiss say ‘Yes’ to assisted suicide
The Swiss city of Zurich has become known for 'suicide tourism' and yesterday the city voted to keep it that way. So is 'mercy killing' the future?
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Life stories: ‘my father the hero’
Violence in Syria is intensifying. Tanks and soldiers have killed hundreds of protesters. This weekend, the EU imposed sanctions against the brutal regime. From amid the chaos, a story of...
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Q&A: Osama bin Laden’s ten commandments
Both loved and loathed, he was one of the few men to change the course of history. What were the ideals that drove this fanatical leader?
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The Royal Wedding’s (surprise) hit: the sermon
Speaking to one class can be nerve-wracking. But what about addressing two billion people? Calm and cheerful, the bishop of London did just that. But what did he say?
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Rivalries and rifts behind Syria’s agonies
This week, the Syrian army has launched a bloody crackdown against democracy protesters. Foreign leaders are appalled. But religious and ethnic conflicts muddy the waters.
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Hundred-year lives to create an ageing future
Looking round your classroom today, nearly one in four of you will live to be 100. What does that mean for society? And can you ever live too long?
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The pros and cons of a £5 billion wedding
Amid massive world interest, the marriage of Kate and William approaches. It's a national holiday and festival that can divide people – or join them together.
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Why the Quran remains a burning issue
Protests continue in Afghanistan over the burning of the Quran, with many dead and injured. Should any book have the power to stir such emotions?
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Giving the gift of life: kidney donors double
A growing number of people are choosing to donate a kidney to perfect strangers. It's a painful and difficult procedure, but for those who get the organs, it can make all the difference.
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Two weddings but a funeral for marriage?
New statistics show marriage rates in steady decline. The latest figures are the lowest since records began over 100 years ago. Should we be worried?