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4,000 more residents flee ISIS-held Fallujah; 50,000 still trapped as Iraqi army offensive enters its third week

Thousands more people have fled from the Islamic State-held city of Fallujah through an exit corridor secured by the Iraqi army even as an offensive to retake the city from the terror group rages into its third week.

4 Internet giants' accord with E.U. to curb 'hate speech' assailed: 'It's a frightening path to totalitarianism'

The recent move of four Internet giants to curb "hate speech'' including "homophobia'' on social media, through an agreement with the European Union, has raised concerns on free speech among social conservatives.

U.S. presses U.N. to fight for LGBT rights: 'Condemning Orlando terrorist attack that victimised gays is not enough'

The United States said the nations of the world should do more than just condemn the massacre in a Florida gay nightclub on Sunday, telling the United Nations on Monday that it's about time to fight for the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people.

Hillary Clinton utters 'radical Islam' for the first time, links ISIS to Orlando terrorist attack

Unlike U.S President Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton said Monday she's not afraid to say "radical" Islam in condemning the lone-wolf terrorist attack in Orlando, Florida on Sunday that killed 50 people, including the terrorist gunman.

Pakistan council condemns 'honour killing,' says it's against Islam and anybody who does it is a heretic

In a rare edict, an Islamic council in Pakistan has issued a fatwa condemning the practice of "honour killing" over perceived harm done to a family's reputation, saying it is against the teaching of Islam and that anyone who resorts to this practice is a heretic, the Religion News Service reports.

Abu Sayyaf beheads 2nd Canadian hostage in Philippines, says it was meant to embarrass President-elect Duterte

The Philippine government confirmed on Tuesday that the notorious Abu Sayyaf group has beheaded a second Canadian hostage after their demands for a $1.3-million ransom was not met.

10 verses that show how seriously God takes our prayers

When it comes to growing in our Christian faith, there can never be too much emphasis on growing in prayer.

4 church issues that cripple believers

Problems are not only expected, but they help build us up by filtering out character, ideas and sometimes even visions, but God does call us to actively address them to avoid hurting people and corrupting the gospel. Here are problems that can be crippling to church and member growth and how Jesus gives us the answer to them.

Is God really present in times of trouble?

Some people think that during times of trial and challenge, God suddenly takes a holiday and leaves us alone.

Generosity and contentment: two of God's true arsenals to financial freedom

Jesus does bring forth financial provision, but He also trains our hearts and minds to value money the right way and be good stewards of it.

Why it's important to value God's Word to get the most out of it

If the Bible is so powerful and alive, why do many Christians not read it?

How doing the uncomfortable can foster spiritual growth

The cosiness of routine can make us feel safe and satisfied, but in some instances we just need more guidance on what we can do to challenge ourselves, and how it can benefit us. Here are five ways to step out and step up to aid your spiritual growth.