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Strangers save each other's lives

Marius Werner, a young German, anonymously donated stem cells that saved the life of British doctor Dr Nick Embleton, who was diagnosed with a rare blood cancer. Unable to find…

Study of Covid vaccinations supports their safety

A global study on Covid vaccines has identified small increases in heart, blood, and neurological disorders among recipients. Pfizer, Moderna, and AstraZeneca shots were linked to higher risks of certain…

SIgns of upturn for UK economy

Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey, addressing MPs, has expressed optimism about the UK economy despite a recent shallow recession. He noted 'distinct signs of an upturn’, foreseeing one of…

UK lawmakers oppose conversion therapy ban

When the House of Lords debated a bill which aims to ban conversion therapy in the UK, 29 members opposed it, while 15 supported it.Christian Concern (CC) expressed gratitude for…

Police find body in hunt for suspect in Clapham chemical attack

The body of a man found in the River Thames is believed to be that of Abdul Ezedi, a suspect in a chemical attack on a woman and two girls…

Tate and Lyle faces criticism for rebranding

Lyle's Golden Syrup has faced criticism from some people for its rebranding, which has removed a Biblical image. The iconic picture of a lion and bees, referencing the biblical story…

Schools given new guidance on curbing phone use

The Government has issued new guidelines aimed at curbing mobile phone use in schools to improve behaviour and minimise disruptions. The move follows previous calls for phone bans. Education secretary…

Russia: Navalny’s widow steps into the spotlight

There has been a chorus of international condemnation after the Russian authorities announced the death of Alexei Navalny in an Arctic prison on 16 February. His widow Yuli Navalnaya has…

Germany / France / Belgium: people-smuggling operation dismantled

On 21 February, In a coordinated effort across four German states, with cooperation from France and Belgium, law enforcement agencies launched a targeted operation against a suspected human-smuggling gang at…

Red Sea: further strikes by US military against Houthis

The US military has conducted four ‘self-defence’ strikes against Houthi forces in Yemen, destroying seven cruise missiles, a mobile ballistic missile launcher, and a drone aimed towards the Red Sea.…

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Crosswinds Prayer Trust was founded in 1994, at Nailsea, near Bristol in the South-west of England by Canon John Simons. Its aim is to mobilise, inform, connect and equip people in Christian Prayer...

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