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49 Inmates Dead At Prison Riot in Northern Mexico
A riot that broke out at a prison facility in Mexico has left 49 inmates dead and 12 others injured. The violent incident also highlighted the serious issues with the prison's system that previously went unnoticed.
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‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6 Release date, Updates: Set Photos Confirm Some Characters Are Still Alive
The premiere of the sixth season for HBO's "Game of Thrones" is still over two months away but the television network has already released screenshots from the upcoming episodes. But aside from promoting the show, these new photos are serve as updates regarding certain characters who may still be alive.
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Christian Military Forces in Iraq Join Kurds in Fight Against ISIS
A newly formed military unit, composed of Iraqi Christians, has forged an alliance with Iraq's own forces in its on-going battle against the terrorist group ISIS. The Christian military group, known as the Nineveh Plain Forces or NPF, are currently operating in the city of Mosul in northern Iraq.
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NASA Could Face Legal Troubles For Allegedly Censoring Christian Employees, Banning the Word 'Jesus'
A group of employees at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, is threatening to sue the space agency based on charges of religious discrimination. According to the Christian group, the agency has banned them from using Jesus' name in their regular newsletters and emails.
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Grammy Awards 2016 TV Schedule and Live Stream: Nominees, Performances And Details
The 58th Grammy Awards, considered as the most anticipated music event of the year, is all set to premiere later this week. And, with just a few days before it goes live, more details about its high-profile performance, nominees and other features are already starting to come out.
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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.
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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.
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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.
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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.
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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
