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Margaret Thatcher is most influential woman of the last 200 years, Britons say
A survey by British pensions and insurance firm Scottish Widows highlighted the depth of her influence in the country.

Christian friend of Bashar al-Assad could become President of troubled Lebanon
A power-sharing deal would be aimed at breathing life back into the paralysed state.

Syrian market in rebel-held town hit by Russian cluster bombs, killing over 40
The airstrikes carried out by the Russian air force on a busy market place in Idlib province has killed more than 40 people and wounded others, according to reports.

'Wholesale defections eroding ISIS forces' in Iraq, U.S. military commanders say
A large number of Islamic State (IS) fighters in Iraq are laying down their weapons and defecting from their group in the last month, slowing down manpower and thinning the ranks of ISIS militants, according to intelligence officials.

Being generous can reduce stress and depression, lead to longer life, doctors say
Want to live a longer life that is free from stress and sadness? You don't need any miracle drug to be able to do this. Medical doctors recommend a simple and fulfilling regimen: being generous.

Carson meets Syrian refugees in Jordan camps, says they don't want to go to U.S., want to return to their homeland instead
Speaking to CNN's Brianna Keilar, the retired neurosurgeon dispelled the belief that Syrian migrants want to relocate to the US.

Obama 'delusional' for saying climate change is the biggest security threat to U.S., says Carly Fiorina
In an interview with Fox News, the former Hewlett-Packard chief executive described United StateS President Barack Obama as "delusional" for his earlier statements branding climate change as the biggest security threat to the country.

Donald Trump's meeting with black pastors pushes through; GOP bet says 'I saw love in that room'
Although the event was earlier announced to have been cancelled, the meeting between Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump and more than 100 black pastors pushed through on Monday in Trump Tower in New York City.

Judge drops case filed against cop who arrested man after he protested against use of graphic sex book in U.S. school
A New Hampshire federal judge has dismissed a case filed by a dad who protested a graphic sex book at a meeting against a police officer who arrested him.

Florida court throws out case filed against gun shop owner who declared his store a 'Muslim-free zone'
A US district judge has dismissed a discrimination lawsuit filed by a Muslim organization against a Florida gun shop owner who declared his store "Muslim Free Zone" last July.

Newborn baby wrapped in blanket found buried alive under asphalt, rubble in L.A.
A newborn baby was found alive under pieces of asphalt and rubble in Compton City, Los Angeles Friday.

'I was told to go kill myself': 7th grader asked by teacher to deny God seeks apology from school district for 'telling lies'
A 7th grade student in Katy, Texas is asking a school district for an apology for denying her claims over an assignment about God that resulted in her being harassed in school and people telling her to kill herself.

'The Peanuts Movie' gets rave reviews for moving dialogues, compelling storyline
There are several moral lessons that can be found in the new animated film "The Peanuts Movie," which faith-based moviegoers are sure to appreciate.

People should be thankful all the time, not just on Thanksgiving, says Billy Graham
Some people seem unable to maintain a grateful spirit, and legendary American evangelist Billy Graham suspects it's because people are too self-centered.

Tim Tebow dumped by Olivia Culpo allegedly because of his vow of celibacy
It seemed like football star and philantropist Tim Tebow was finally finding success in the love department when he began pursuing former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo this year. However, she recently dumped him because of his commitment to remain celibate until marriage.

Donald Trump says he has 'pretty good' chances of going to heaven
If there is one thing people can't say about Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, it's that he isn't confident. Trump has been known to boast about himself and his accomplishments all throughout his campaign. He even expressed the same confidence when it comes to his Christian faith, despite the fact that there are several people who are questioning his credibility.