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Oxfam: Richest 1 Percent Will Control Most of World’s Wealth by 2016
The British anti-poverty charity Oxfam released a report that claimed that the world’s richest 1 percent would soon own more wealth in the world than the other 99 percent.

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Tim Tebow to Hold Special Needs Proms Across U.S. On Valentine’s Day Weekend
Former NFL quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow will sponsor four dozen proms across the United States for special-needs teenagers on Valentine’s Day weekend.

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Obama's State of the Union 2015 Address (Full Video): President Outlines His 2015 Strategy in SOTU
For President Barack Obama’s seventh State of the Union address to Congress, the topics will focus on the economy, foreign relations, security issues and others. However, the biggest emphasis may be on the economy. Viewers can watch the State of the Union address online via live stream below.

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AirAsia Flight QZ8501 Update: Plane Flew at 'Abnormally High Rate,' Terrorism Ruled Out as Possible Cause
The black boxes recovered from the remains of AirAsia Flight QZ8501 seemed to indicate that terrorism was not a factor in bringing the plane down, according to Indonesian investigators. Now an Indonesian official says that the plane climbed fast before it crashed.

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Manny Pacquiao Movie 2015: Filipino Boxing Champ Says Christian Faith an Integral Part of His Identity
In addition to speculation of whether or not there will be a matchup with Floyd Mayweather in May, Manny Pacquiao is out promoting a new documentary film of his life called "Manny." However, the award-winning boxer stated that his Christian faith nowadays plays a big role in his identity.

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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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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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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.
