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Drugs that could've victimised Christians: US Coast Guard intercepts submarine packed with $181-M worth of cocaine
The United States Coast Guard intercepted last month a semi-submersible vessel carrying some 12,000 pounds of cocaine in the eastern Pacific Ocean, off the coast of Mexico.
Christian leaders in Syria can't contact flock after ISIS kidnapping spree, takeover of city
The London-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that members of the extremist organization had already taken over the strategically important town of al-Qaryatayn in western Syria.
Alabama joins Louisiana, New Hampshire in cutting funds to Planned Parenthood
Alabama and Louisiana have cut funding to Planned Parenthood in the wake of videos released by anti-abortion activists that allegedly pertained to the sale foetal tissues to medical researchers.
Oregon bakers sued by lesbian couple believe God will eventually triumph
The Christian bakery owners in Oregon who refused to serve a same-sex marriage has faced a lot of backlash from the public, not to mention some pretty harsh legal battles. But through it all, they have maintained calm and optimism, expressing faith that God will triumph in the end.
Roma Downey's 'Answered Prayers' gets better time slot after drawing rave reviews
Christian producer Roma Downey's new show called "Answered Prayers" has just been given a better time slot after it has received rave reviews from fans and prayer leaders from all across America.
'Ex Machina' film alludes to the story of Adam and Eve in the Bible, says priest
Denver-based priest Father Nathan Goebel believes that the science fiction thriller film "Ex Machina" by Alex Garland is a new take on the Old Testament, since it has allusions to the garden of Eden and retells the story of Adam and Eve, but with a twist.
Allow unrepentant gays in church? That's just plain wrong â Pastor Shane Idleman
Hillsong Church's senior Pastor Brian Houston might have welcomed all people, gay or straight into Hillsong Church, but Pastor Shane Idleman from Westside Christian Fellowship disagrees with his principle, saying that allowing homosexuals to engage in church activities all the while practicing a gay lifestyle is just wrong.
US Congress inquiry into Planned Parenthood widens
Several Planned Parenthood officials and three private bio-medical firms were targeted on Friday by a US congressional panel as lawmakers dig deeper into a controversy swirling around the women's health organization.
Kabul: Wave of attacks kill at least 42, hundreds injured
A wave of attacks on Afghan police, army and NATO installations in Kabul killed at least 42 people and wounded hundreds, dashing hope that Taliban insurgents might be weakened by a leadership struggle after news of their longtime leader's death.
Hillary Clinton was 'keeping up with the Kardashians' during Republicans' debate
Democratic presidential aspirant Hillary Clinton was seen "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" while Republic presidential hopefuls held their debate recently, and it looks like the family of reality stars will be casting their votes for her during the 2016 presidential race.
Islamic State 'executed 2,000 Iraqis in Mosul region'
More than two thousand Iraqis in the northern province of Nineveh have been executed by Islamic State militants controlling the area, the defence minister said on Friday in a recorded statement.
Defying UN travel ban, Iran general who killed 'many Americans' flies to Russia
Despite the travel ban imposed on him and even United National Security Council resolutions barring him from leaving his country, the leader of Iran's shadowy revolutionary guards flew to Moscow last month to meet with top leaders of the Russian government.
Father of Palestinian toddler killed in arson attack dies of wounds
The father of a Palestinian toddler killed in an arson attack on his home a week ago died on Saturday of wounds sustained in the fire.
Hillary Clinton facing 'criminal probe' by FBI on possible email security violation
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has begun its investigation on Democrat presidential frontrunner Hillary Clinton's email account and private server she used while serving as U.S. Secretary of State, her camp confirmed on Thursday.
President Obama won't retract statement comparing GOP critics to Iran hard-liners
U.S. President Barack Obama disappointed legislative leaders when he refused to retract his remark that Iranian hardliners who chant "death to America" are making common cause with Republican caucus.
Pope Francis thanks Jordan for welcoming Christians escaping from ISIS persecution
Catholic Pope Francis used the first anniversary of the arrival of Iraqi refugees in Jordan to thank the country for opening their arms to displaced people who suffered from death, poverty, and violence and urged the international community not to remain indifferent to their plight.