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Full Text of Obama's Presidential Proclamation on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2015
President Obama has issued a Presidential Proclamation for the Martin Luther King, Jr. 2015 federal holiday, calling upon the citizens of United States to remember the life of the Civil Rights Movement leader and author of the famous "I Have a Dream" speech and to "put aside our narrow ambitions, lift up one another, and march a little closer to the Nation Dr. King envisioned."
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Jackie Chan's Son Jaycee Sentenced to Six Months In Prison for Drug Offences
Jackie Chan's son Jaycee has been sentenced to six months in jail after pleading guilty in a Beijing court to "sheltering others to take drugs" and was fined $322.
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Lockdown Lifted: Contra Costa Regional Medical Center Resume Operation after Police Clears Gunfire Report
Contra Costa Regional Medical Center and the Martinez Health Center have resumed normal operation after a precautionary lockdown from a gunfire report on Tuesday morning, according to an update posted on the hospital's Facebook page.
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U.S. Christian Relief Ministry Needs 'Massive' Help In Sending Shelter Homes to 1.8 Million Iraqi Refugees Before Winter
Described by some as biggest humanitarian crisis in history, over 1.8 million refugees in Iraq and are without shelters as winter settles in. Crisis Response International, a Nashville-based ministry, is responding by sending shelter homes, but urges for more help from the global Christian communities.
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Prayer for Police Campaign Launches in Wake of Slain NYPD Officers; Candle Light Vigils Held Nationwide
An African-American pastor has launched a prayer campaign for police officers around the nation in wake of the murders of two NYPD cops. Emergency responders and civilians across the nation held memorials and candle light vigils for the slain officers.
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Is 'The Last Supper' worth watching? Audience and critics weigh in
Faith-based films often receive mixed reactions, and The Last Supper is no exception. The movie attempts to bring a fresh perspective to one of the most iconic moments in Christian history, but does it succeed? Some reviews from critics and audiences provide insight into its strengths and shortcomings.
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‘The Chosen’ Season 5: The darkest season yet—What to know before watching
The wait is over—The Chosen is back with its fifth season, and this time, things are getting intense. The new episodes dive straight into the final days of Jesus’ life, covering some of the most emotional and dramatic moments in the Bible. If you’ve been following the series, you already know that The Chosen isn’t just about retelling familiar stories—it’s about bringing them to life in a way that feels real.
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Massacres in Syria: Over 1,000 dead, including Christians and Alawites
Syria’s coastal regions have been devastated by a series of massacres, with reports indicating that over 1,000 people—many from Christian and Alawite communities—have been killed in brutal attacks. Entire families have been wiped out, and survivors are fleeing in search of safety as sectarian violence escalates.
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Kim Sae-ron and Wheesung: The tragic irony of Korean society and the principles of happiness
Not long ago, the media was in an uproar over actress Kim Sae-ron’s passing. Just months before, the same people who had relentlessly criticized her for her DUI incident were now expressing sympathy, saying, "The world was too harsh on her." The irony is impossible to ignore.
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Newsboys move forward as a quartet after Michael Tait’s departure
After more than a decade as the lead singer of the Newsboys, Michael Tait has officially parted ways with the band, marking a significant shift in the Christian rock group’s lineup. The remaining members—Jeff Frankenstein, Jody Davis, Duncan Phillips, and Adam Agee—have assured fans that they will continue forward, embracing a new season of music and ministry.
