UN report says world fertility rates in unprecedented decline
In India, Namrata Nangia and her husband long to have another child, but are held back by financial and time pressures - a dilemma increasingly shared worldwide. According to a new UN report,…
Catholic Church: after Francis, who?
As preparations are made for Pope Francis’s funeral, there is already much speculation about who might succeed him, a risky process as supposed ‘front-runners’ are seldom elected. Also, Francis’ appointments of many new…
World leaders plan to attend Pope’s funeral in spite of previous differences
As tributes flood in for Pope Francis, attention turns to his legacy of engaging controversial issues such as migration, climate change, and global conflict – and therefore clashing with world leaders. Notably, Francis…
Earth Day: highlighting different types of pollution
To celebrate Earth Day (22 April), environmental activists gathered at a beach in Cape Town to clean the coastline and raise awareness about plastic pollution. Organiser Lyniel Traut called for a 60% reduction…
Global: different Easter food traditions
Easter food traditions beautifully reflect regional heritage and faith across the world. In central and eastern Europe, the celebrations might include Paska bread, a braided loaf often paired with sweet cheese, jam, or…
World leaders react to Trump’s new wave of tariffs
Donald Trump’s announcement of a universal 10% tariff on all imports into the USA, beginning on 5 April, has sparked global alarm. An additional wave of steepened tariffs on approximately sixty nations, including…
Global: fears of resurgence of HIV/UK due to US aid cuts
The UN AIDS agency has warned of a potential global health crisis, with projections of 2,000 new HIV infections daily and up to 6.3 million AIDS-related deaths over the next four years, if…
‘We are living in Pentecost’: vivid dream which sparked Gather25
In February, 7 million people from 225 countries joined Gather25, a 25-hour global prayer event led by Jennie Allen. Live gatherings in multiple locations and over 21,000 small groups united believers in worship,…
30 Days of Prayer for the Muslim World: 28 Feb to 29 March
Christians worldwide are invited to join the annual 30 Days of Prayer for the Muslim World, interceding for revival during Ramadan. Prayer guides for adults and children focus on key Muslim-majority cities and…
Global: Trump’s decision could be a death sentence for many women
Donald Trump’s reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule (GGR) has sparked widespread concern among activists and NGOs, who warn it will severely restrict healthcare access for women worldwide. The policy bars organisations receiving…
