Welcome to Eurovision – a celebration of the decadent and profane
Until recently Eurovision was a jolly and undemanding evening, showcasing European solidarity. Good fun, all round! Fast forward to 2024, and a rather different picture emerges.
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'Cancelled' Welsh hymns on mental illness and addiction resurrected by singer
In a cultural revival that delves into the heart of Welsh heritage, folk singer Lleuwen Steffan has unearthed a trove of hymns that were once shunned by all-male committees, reportedly due to their candid exploration of issues such as mental health and addiction.
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Russell Brand calls baptism 'incredible, profound experience'
Actor Russell Brand says he feels "blessed" after being baptised on Sunday.
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Russell Brand announces baptism
The actor and comedian planned to be baptized on Sunday.
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Olympian's fire for God continues to burn a century on
Immortalised in the classic movie Chariots of Fire, Liddell was known for his unwavering faith in God and his refusal to compromise his beliefs for anyone.
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Christian artists pay tribute to Mandisa after death at 47: 'her battle is over'
Police have provided an update on their investigation into the death of 47-year-old Christian artist Mandisa on April 18 as fellow musicians have reflected on the impact she had on their lives.
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New Christian film removes obstacles for deaf people
Premiering this month, the movie was written and produced by deaf professionals, ensuring the Gospel story is presented through a deaf lens while remaining true to the Biblical account of Christ's life.
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Celebrating the books that introduced Christ to millions
For many children and young people, Ladybird books were their first introduction to the Bible.
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In today's post-Christian Britain, Poirot has lost his faith
Why won't the likes of Cameron and Branagh leave Christian Britain alone and create their own institutions and characters?
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Sandra Crouch, influential musician, minister, sister of Andraé Crouch, dead at 81
You don't get a driver's license to learn how to drive,' she said of her controversial ordination. 'You get a license because you know how to drive.'
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Kanye West says he has 'issues with Jesus' and is putting problems into his 'own hands'
Rapper Kanye West, who now goes by the name Ye, said in a recent interview that he has "issues with Jesus" and would rather take things into his "own hands" instead of giving Jesus full control.
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'How Great Thou Art' gets new ending on 75th anniversary of famed English translation
'When we approached all the people to be part of it, we had a lot of green lights very quickly,' singer Matt Redman said of participating recording artists.
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Ex-Boyzone star Shane Lynch accuses Taylor Swift of 'demonic rituals' in concerts
Former Boyzone member Shane Lynch has accused pop stars like Taylor Swift of incorporating what he sees as satanic elements into their shows.
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