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Little Sisters of the Poor Nuns Lose Court Ruling on Obamacare Birth Control Mandate: ‘It’s a National Embarrassment’
The U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals issued a ruling on Tuesday that favored the Obama administration over Christian employers in regards to the system of providing contraception as part of the Obamacare law passed in 2010. The case involved a Catholic order of nuns known as the Little Sisters of the Poor.
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President Obama to NAACP: ‘We Can’t Close Our Eyes Anymore’ on U.S. Justice System
President Barack Obama visited the NAACP’s national convention in Philadelphia on Tuesday, urging for an overhaul of the criminal justice system in the United States. He focused largely on those locked up for non-violent crimes.
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Historic U.S.-Iran Nuclear Deal Ignores Plight of 4 Americans, Including Pastor Saeed Abedini: ‘It is Unconscionable’
The United States and Iran have announced a historic nuclear deal on Tuesday. However, that deal ignored the plight of four Americans in Iran; they include Robert Levinson, Pastor Saeed Abedini, Jason Rezaian, and Amir Hekmati.
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Donald Trump Goes Above the Fray in Latest GOP Poll; Ben Carson Admits ‘All Things are Possible’
The crowded run for the Republican presidential nomination has taken another wild turn as real estate mogul Donald Trump leads the field in a new poll. His opponent, Dr. Ben Carson, has sided with him on certain issues in the past.
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New York City Reaches $5.9 Million Settlement With Eric Garner Family: ‘They Treated My Husband Like An Animal’
The city of New York reached a $5.9 million settlement on Monday with the family of Eric Garner, who died after police placed him in a chokehold in the process of arresting him. No one has been charged in the case, which led the family to believe justice was not served.
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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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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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Evangelist Stephen Tong urges prayer and perseverance for China’s persecuted church
Renowned Chinese evangelist Rev. Stephen Tong recently issued a heartfelt message to the persecuted church in China, urging believers to remain steadfast in faith amid suffering and to face trials with patience and courage.
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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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24h Online prayer event “IDOP China” held to focus on the plight of China’s house churches
From November 10 to 11, a 24-hour online prayer and sharing event titled “IDOP China” took place, focusing on the situation of Beijing Zion Church’s Senior Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri and 21 detained coworkers (22 in total), as well as the ongoing restrictions faced by other unregistered house churches across China.
