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Christian missionaries told to leave Nepal
Extremist groups in Nepal have warned Christian missionaries to leave the country, Fides reports.

Pastor Saeed Abedini treated like 'a pawn in a game of chess', wife says
American pastor Saeed Abedini is being treated like a "pawn in a game of chess," his wife has said, following the Iranian president's offer to release him in return for Iranians being held in the US.

Vatican City turns away journalist posing as Syrian refugee
It appears Vatican City has ignored Pope Francis' call to support refugees after an Italian journalist, posing as a Syrian refugee, was repeatedly turned away.

Israel's Christian school strike ends, but funding threats remain
The strike has lasted more than a month and was sparked by cuts that Christian leaders said were discriminatory.

Obama: ISIS is 'apocalyptic cult'
Islamic State is an "apocalyptic cult" whose mass slaughters are an "assault on all humanity", US President Barack Obama said in a strong address before the UN General Assembly on Monday.

Corbyn to promise he will not impose his views on the Labour Party
Critics say Corbyn's approach could cause confusion about party policy and deepen internal divisions.

Afghan Taliban seize northern city in blow to government
The insurgents raised their banner over the square and freed hundreds of fellow militants from jail.

Pope Francis wades into US gay marriage debate after historic visit
Francis said government officials should be able to refrain from actions that violate their beliefs.

7 billion suns can fit inside this region in spaceâthe biggest black hole ever found
A startling discovery has recently been made by space scientists from the Keele University and the University of Central Lancashire: a massive black hole so large that it can fit 7 billion suns.

Pastor Rick Warren underscores warning by Pope Francis: Family is under attack
Pastor Rick Warren of California's Saddleback Church was invited to speak during the Catholic event World Meeting of Families conference in Philadelphia last Friday, just a day before Pope Francis himself visited the city. During his speech, Warren discussed the importance of family, which he described as "a launch pad for ministry."

Amazing thing happens after US football coach is barred from leading team prayer
Marine Corps veteran and football coach Joe Kennedy is well-loved by the students of Bremerton High School, and for the past nine years, the Christian coach has made it a tradition to offer a prayer to God after each game.

Christian church and 'The Walking Dead': Similarities exist, says Christian author
Even though nobody would think of associating the zombie apocalypse show "The Walking Dead" to church practices, Christian speaker, author and coach Mikaela Kate thinks that there are actually some similarities between the two.

Is 'Duck Dynasty' star Willie Robertson junking Bobby Jindal for Donald Trump?
It looks like "Duck Dynasty" star Willie Robertson has decided to switch his support for Republican presidential hopeful Bobby Jindal to Donald Trump.

Jessa Seewald plans home birth, hopes child will have a heart like that of Ben
Just like her sister Jill Dillard, Jessa Seewald plans to have a home birth to welcome her and husband Ben's first child into the world.

Dublin to host next World Meeting of Families
The head of the Pontifical Council for Families disclosed the 2018 meeting will be in Dublin at the end of the concluding Mass celebrated by Pope Francis in Philadelphia in the US yesterday.

Pakistani army warns Christians of possible ISIS attacks
Islamic State could soon be launching a wave of attacks on Christians in Pakistan, the country's military has warned.