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Why does a Muslim hold the key to the church where Jesus was buried?
Though it makes sense for a church hotly competed over by rival Christian denominations, it is perhaps relatively unknown that the keyholder to the most important church in Christendom is a Muslim, 53-year-old Adeeb Joudeh.
Muslim keyholder to Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre Church says Vice President Pence isn't welcome
The official custodian in charge of the keys to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre has refused to welcome officially the US Vice President Pence when he visits Jerusalem's Old City later this month.
Origin of the Jewish holiday, Hanukkah or Festival of Lights; Trump recognizes the holiday as Israel's miracle
Most people are looking forward to Christmas, while others are in the middle of celebrating Hanukkah. Hanukkah, better known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day event celebrated by Jewish people.
'I cannot remember peace': One Iraqi priest's hopes for Christians in the Middle East
At the age of 27 Father Daniel says he cannot remember any point in his life where there was peace.
Christian charities warn Rohingya face more violence if they're returned to Myanmar
Around 626,000 Rohinghas have been driven out of Myanmar's Rakhine State since August by a campaign against them by the military involving murder and rape.
Theresa May under pressure as MPs back petition urging protection for Christians in Middle East
Theresa May is under pressure to protect persecuted religious minorities in the Middle East today as a report warns around 80 per cent of Christians are being driven out of Iraq alone.
Alabama's evangelicals left reeling: Reaction to Doug Jones' victory
Evangelical voters in the US reeled in shock as their chosen candidate lost in Alabama, handing the state to a Democrat for the first time in 25 years.
Geminid Meteor Shower 2017 dates, live stream: When, where and how to see it
Emanating from the bright constellation of Gemini, the Geminids can be seen around the world regardless of one's location. Meteors will start to shoot across the night sky during the peak hours of late Wednesday night to early Thursday morning (Dec. 13 to Dec. 14).
Israeli man jailed for attack on Galilee church where Jesus multiplied loaves and fish
An Israeli man has been jailed for four years after being found guilty of an arson attack on the church where it is thought Jesus performed the miracle of feeding the 5,000.
Blow to Trump as Doug Jones beats Christian conservative Roy Moore in Alabama
Democrat Doug Jones won a bitter fight for a US Senate seat in deeply conservative Alabama on Tuesday.
When is Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights? What is the Meaning of Hanukkah?
Everyone knows about Hanukkha but nobody really knows why Jews celebrate them. Hanukkah is actually a celebration for the "rededictation" to Jerusalem.
Alabama's evangelicals: 4 reasons why they back Roy Moore
Roy Moore and Doug Jones are set for a photo finish on Tuesday night as they head towards the conclusion of the most bitterly fought Senate contest in recent history.
Father Tom: Prayer, forgiveness and community will defeat terror
Father Tom, the Indian priest captured by ISIS in Yemen and rumoured to be crucified, has called for peace and forgiveness in response to terror.
Putin starts Russian pullout from Syria: 'Job done'
President Vladimir Putin flew into Syria and ordered 'a significant part' of Moscow's military contingent there to start withdrawing on Monday, declaring their work largely done.
Donald Trump's evangelical support plunges 17 points in 10 months
Donald Trump's evangelical support has plunged 17 points in the last 10 months despite delivering on a number of campaign promises aimed at pleasing his core base.
Egypt's Coptic Pope to snub Mike Pence meeting over Jerusalem fallout
Mike Pence is facing snubs from church leaders and politicians across the Middle East when he visits later this month in the wake of Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as capital of Israel.