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Minister spanked naked bottoms to administer \'spiritual discipline\', court hears
Minister spanked naked bottoms to administer 'spiritual discipline', court hears

An evangelical pastor spanked women's bare bottoms to administer "spiritual discipline", a court has been told.

Oscars 2016 winner predictions: who\'ll win what at the 88th Academy awards?
Oscars 2016 winner predictions: who'll win what at the 88th Academy awards?

Oscars preview: who'll win what at the 88th Academy awards?

\'The 100\' season 3 episode 6 spoilers: Is it safe to take Jaha\'s chip?
'The 100' season 3 episode 6 spoilers: Is it safe to take Jaha's chip?

The effects of Jaha's (Isaiah Washington) City of Light chip will be tackled in the next episode of "The 100" season 3.

Xbox Live Games with Gold free game list for March 2016 released
Xbox Live Games with Gold free game list for March 2016 released

Four new games are coming in March to all Xbox Live members for free under the Games with Gold program.

Justin Bieber tells fans: \'Don\'t put your faith in me because I\'m gonna disappoint you\'
Justin Bieber tells fans: 'Don't put your faith in me because I'm gonna disappoint you'

The fans of Canadian pop star Justin Bieber have proudly labelled themselves as "Beliebers," and as flattering as it is to have legions of loyal fans, the thought actually overwhelms Bieber.

Joey Feek cancer battle update: Rory Feek says life with wife is not \'all sappy tears and Hallmark-movie moments\'
Joey Feek cancer battle update: Rory Feek says life with wife is not 'all sappy tears and Hallmark-movie moments'

Country singing duo Joey and Rory Feek might currently be battling terminal cancer, but they are putting on a brave face. They are also living each day as if it might be their last, so for fans who are getting a glimpse into their lives, each moment they share seems to be an awe-inducing moment.

Russell Wilson says Ciara is \'the one,\' sparking even more engagement rumours
Russell Wilson says Ciara is 'the one,' sparking even more engagement rumours

NFL star Russell Wilson and singer Ciara sent their fans into a frenzy when the Christian athlete called his girlfriend "the one," therefore igniting their engagement rumours even further.

\'Risen\' star Joseph Fiennes happy the film doesn\'t feature Caucasian Jesus Christ
'Risen' star Joseph Fiennes happy the film doesn't feature Caucasian Jesus Christ

Hollywood has often been criticised for the lack of diversity found in movie castings. This is why "Risen" star Joseph Fiennes is extremely proud that the faith-based film did not go the traiditional route and cast a Caucasian Jesus Christ.

TB Joshua\'s church sued by children of man killed in building collapse
TB Joshua's church sued by children of man killed in building collapse

The church of popular evangelist TB Joshua is being sued following the collapse of one of its buildings in 2014, which killed 116 people.

\'House of Cards\' season 4 premiere spoilers: Frank Underwood to cause more violence
'House of Cards' season 4 premiere spoilers: Frank Underwood to cause more violence

Less than a month before the release of the next installment of "House of Cards," Netflix held a preview screening at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C. to showcase what fans should look forward to in season 4.

\'Longmire\' season 5 spoilers: What will happen to Henry Standing Bear?
'Longmire' season 5 spoilers: What will happen to Henry Standing Bear?

It has been months since the fourth season of "Longmire" came out on Netflix. This made the loyal fans of the show eager to learn fresh information regarding the highly anticipated season 5 return of the critically acclaimed Western-inspired crime drama.

\'Vikings\' season 4 episode 2 spoilers: Gisla laughs at Rollo\'s attempts to change his image
'Vikings' season 4 episode 2 spoilers: Gisla laughs at Rollo's attempts to change his image

Rollo (Clive Standen) seems to be willing to change his looks in an effort to win his wife's heart, based on a teaser for the next episode of "Vikings" season 4.

\'Pokémon GO\' release date: Game might roll out first in Japan, U.S., Europe
'Pokémon GO' release date: Game might roll out first in Japan, U.S., Europe

"Pokémon GO," The Pokemon Company and Nintendo's much-awaited augmented reality video game, is set to be launched this year. However, it is likely to happen earlier in some areas than others.

\'Castle\' season 8 episode 13 spoilers: Castle must learn to speak French to investigate a mysterious murder
'Castle' season 8 episode 13 spoilers: Castle must learn to speak French to investigate a mysterious murder

Beckett and Castle will work as partners once again in the next episode of "Castle" season 8. But this time, Castle must practice speaking French.

Ken Ham seeks to spark feeling of awe on Ark Encounter visitors, inspiring them to learn more about God
Ken Ham seeks to spark feeling of awe on Ark Encounter visitors, inspiring them to learn more about God

It is difficult to imagine the true scope and magnitude of Noah's Ark and how it managed to fit in a pair of every animal in the world, but the Ark Encounter built by the Creation Museum aims to do just that.

\'Better Call Saul\' season 2 episode 3 spoilers: Jimmy and Mike to face new challenges in \'Amarillo\'
'Better Call Saul' season 2 episode 3 spoilers: Jimmy and Mike to face new challenges in 'Amarillo'

The beginning of the strong ties between Jimmy McGill (Bob Odenkirk) and Mike Ehrmantraut (Jonathan Banks) seen in "Breaking Bad" is starting to become evident in "Better Call Saul" season 2.