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ISIS Releases New Audio Tape of Kenji Goto, Extends Deadline for Possible Prisoner Swap
The Islamic State, widely known as ISIS, released an audio message Wednesday night reportedly featuring the voice of Japanese hostage Kenji Goto that extended the deadline for an unprecedented prisoner swap.

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Jodi Arias Trial Update 2015: Defense Rests Case In Penalty Phase
Defense attorneys representing Jodi Arias rested their case on Monday, electing not to put her in the witness stand in the penalty phase of her retrial.

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NBA Live Stream and Preview: Dallas Mavericks vs. Houston Rockets
The Dallas Mavericks will head down to southeast Texas to face off against the Houston Rockets tonight at Toyota Center. James Harden and Terrence Jones will face off against Dirk Nowitzki and Rajon Rondo in this game. Viewers can watch the Mavericks vs. Rockets game online via live stream - free for subscribers - below.

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Bobby Jindal Proposes Amending Constitution If Supreme Court Favors Same-Sex Marriage; Mike Huckabee Agrees with Jindal's Views
The U.S. Supreme Court has decided to take up a case to settle the legality of same-sex marriages across the United States once and for all. The high court’s final decision could influence Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal to support amending the Constitution.

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Oscar Pistorius Could Possibly Be Telling Truth Regarding Reeva Steenkamp’s Fate, Says South African Author
A book author from South Africa has claimed that double-amputee athlete Oscar Pistorius may be telling the truth in regards to the murder of Reeva Steenkamp.

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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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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.

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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.
