The pandemic has further reinforced the role of pets, as statistics in thirty countries show.

The UK High Court rejects a legal challenge against a clinical trial that aims to recruit over 220 children. “Children should never be used as guinea pigs”, say the claimants.

Elisabeth Ross worked with refugees. “Her life was all about mission. She served and cared for people all over the world”, says the pastor of her home church. 

In a 24-page guide aimed at churches, the AI Christian Partnership recommends using AI for administrative tasks and to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities. Greatest risks are losing the ability to think critically or turning technology into a spiritual authority.

The German Evangelical Alliance celebrates its 140th anniversary at the annual conference, from 5 to 9 August.

The football manager takes the helm of the German national team following his successes at Liverpool and Dortmund. Klopp's relationship with God has been a constant thread running through his life.

The “Hate Crime 2025” report of the ministry of Interior shows that Muslims were the most targeted group, followed by Jews and Christians.

Over 42,000 hectares burned in south-western France in a fire that forced the evacuation of 220,000 people. Authorities are “optimistic” about extinguishing the blaze.

The managers of Pinos Reales confirm in a statement that the fire had not damaged the buildings. They emphasise 'God's care and favour' and thank everyone for their prayers.

“It is a disproportionate restriction on freedom of assembly and expression”, say the organisers. The March will take place in Zurich-Oerlikon.

“If peaceful expression like an old booklet can be criminalised and retroactively censored, free and open debate in Europe is no more”, say lawyers of the Finnish parliamentarian.

The large fire continues unabated and has destroyed at least 80,000 hectares. Over 92,000 people have been evacuated or confined.  A Christian camps centre in the area has also been affected.

The French departments of Aisne, Vosges and Loiret have rejected the government proposal to host the largest gathering of Roma evangelicals in France.

The provision prohibits members of the Geneva Grand Council to use religious symbols during plenary sessions. “It is a severe restriction on freedom of religion”, evangelicals say.

The Evangelical Alliance sends a letter to Andy Burnham. The new prime minister recently said he does not regularly attend mass, but still professes the Catholic faith.

The report stated that the 117 groups listed, including Christian organisations, “roll back human rights protections”.

Dutch evangelicals call for “compassion and prayers” and stress that “palliative care is essential to support parents in accompanying their child with dignity”.

The National Council of Evangelicals in France laments the “turning point” which, they fear, will serve to push the most vulnerable towards death. The controversial law has been passed by a narrow margin following three years of debate.

The Finnish Christian parliamentarian’s travel authorisation was refused, likely due to her legal case over a booklet on homosexuality dating back more than 20 years. She has been invited by the Northern Ireland Assembly to speak on religious freedom.

The Iranian authorities have ordered the eviction of 20 Armenian and Assyrian families living in the compound of Iran’s oldest Protestant church, founded in 1876.

Official figures indicate that at least 4,490 people have lost their lives as a result of the earthquakes. “The scale of the destruction was massive and, above all, we mourn the loss of human lives”, says Rosa Camargo, speaking from the disaster zone.

While serving as Colombia's ambassador to France, Viviane Morales stood out for her commitment to humanitarian causes, such as providing assistance to Venezuelan migrants.

“As Christians, we are called to work towards cultures where abuse is never ignored or concealed”, says the Evangelical Alliance Northern Ireland, following the court conviction of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson.

The series aims to portray Jesus’ story from historical and multidisciplinary perspectives, showing how his legacy continues to influence contemporary culture.

The law recognises the unborn as a family member for administrative purposes from the start of pregnancy. Abortion advocates in the regional parliament showed their opposition in a tense debate.