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Iran nuclear deal unlikely soon, says negotiator: two sides still far apart
Iran nuclear deal unlikely soon, says negotiator: two sides still far apart

Six world powers are unlikely to reach agreement with Iran on its nuclear work soon.

US to \'reassess\' Israel policy after Netanyahu\'s declaration against two-state solution for Palestine
US to 'reassess' Israel policy after Netanyahu's declaration against two-state solution for Palestine

The Israeli prime minister declared against Palestinian statehood during his election campaign.

Islamic State claims responsibility for Tunisia museum murders
Islamic State claims responsibility for Tunisia museum murders

Tunisia says it will deploy its army to major cities.

Pope Francis to address UN General Assembly during US visit
Pope Francis to address UN General Assembly during US visit

Pope Francis will address the United Nations General Assembly on his first papal visit to the United States in September, the UN announced yesterday.

\'Do You Believe\' stars think there is room for Jesus in Hollywood
'Do You Believe' stars think there is room for Jesus in Hollywood

The stars of the Pure Flix film "Do You Believe" think that Hollywood has room for Jesus Christ with the rise of faith-based films.

Chad seeks UN approval for multinational task force vs Boko Haram
Chad seeks UN approval for multinational task force vs Boko Haram

Chad is seeking the United Nations' endorsement of the five-nation force that is now engaging the Islamist radical group Boko Haram in Nigeria.

Pint sized pastor delivers mega sized life lessons
Pint sized pastor delivers mega sized life lessons

Felicia Osborne may be small in stature but the pint sized pastor's inspiring story and personality makes a major impact on the people around her.

72-year-old man starts 450-mile walk to hometown because he can\'t leave his dogs behind
72-year-old man starts 450-mile walk to hometown because he can't leave his dogs behind

Dogs are known for being loyal to their owners but the story of this 72-year-old man's journey proves that owners can be just as loyal to their pets.

Bishops urge faithful to pray for the persecuted during Lent
Bishops urge faithful to pray for the persecuted during Lent

US bishops release statement urging prayers for victims of religious persecution

Syrian child refugees use photography to help overcome trauma of war
Syrian child refugees use photography to help overcome trauma of war

Tabitha Ross has been working with refugee children in Lebanon, using photography classes to help them express their emotions and document their lives.

Farrah Abraham says she returned to \'Teen Mom\' to help others
Farrah Abraham says she returned to 'Teen Mom' to help others

"Teen Mom OG" star Farrah Abraham explained her motives for joining the reality show in a recent interview, and revealed that she initially wasn't part of the cast.

Russian annexation of Crimea \'paints a disturbing picture\' of religious intolerance
Russian annexation of Crimea 'paints a disturbing picture' of religious intolerance

Religious freedoms have been severely restricted in Crimea since it was annexed by Russia one year ago.

Catholic-owned company wins case against Colorado health department over insurance coverage
Catholic-owned company wins case against Colorado health department over insurance coverage

A court has ruled in favour of a Catholic-owned company in Colorado in its case against the state's Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) over a federal insurance coverage mandate for employees.

Starbucks brews controversy with race relations promotion
Starbucks brews controversy with race relations promotion

The newest promotion of coffee giant Starbucks attempts to combine serving beverages with combating racism, and has been met with confusion and criticism across the country.

\'Shark Tank\' star turned to his pastor after having suicidal thoughts
'Shark Tank' star turned to his pastor after having suicidal thoughts

"Shark Tank" star Robert Herjavec opened up about his struggle with depression following the breakup of his marriage in an interview published Wednesday.

Crowdsourcing and 3D printing used to recreate artifacts destroyed by ISIS
Crowdsourcing and 3D printing used to recreate artifacts destroyed by ISIS

Volunteers and technicians hope to undo some of the historical and cultural theft by the Islamic State (IS) by recreating ancient artifacts using 3D printing.