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Years spent in an isolated existence on an island off Mallaig gave artist, Rob Fairley, the solitude and space to pursue his twin passions for art and climbing. He talks to Cathy Macdonald about how this lifestyle informs his spirituality.

As a group of Jewish mothers compete for the distinction of being crowned "Jewish Mum of the Year", we ask how accurately a reality television series reflects the Jewish community.

Hajj, the pilgrimage to Mecca, is one of the greatest religious observances in Islam which must be performed at least once in a lifetime by every able-bodied Muslim. A major event within the faith, we hear about the preparations that proceed it.

Set up to give the homeless a chance to earn an income, how has the Big Issue magazine maintained its momentum and continued to impact on people's lives 21 years since it was started?

Too much time spent watching a screen can have serious health implications for young children. We consider how realistic it is to curb this habit in today's technology-led lifestyle.

And marking the 50th anniversary of the opening session of the Second Vatican Council, in which the Catholic Church tried to locate its position in the modern world - with Professor John Haldane of the University of St Andrews.