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Islamic State ransacks ancient Iraqi city of Khorsabad
Islamic State ransacks ancient Iraqi city of Khorsabad

Islamic State militants have razed parts of the 2,700-year-old city of Khorsabad, famed for its colossal statues of human-headed winged bulls.

Arizona church says infants should be smacked with cardboard, former staff members allege
Arizona church says infants should be smacked with cardboard, former staff members allege

Faith Christian Church has been described as a "cult" and is under investigation.

London church criticised for holding Muslim prayers
London church criticised for holding Muslim prayers

A church in London has come under fire after holding Friday prayers for Muslims last week.

Syria crisis: Not just about ISIS, and worse than you imagined
Syria crisis: Not just about ISIS, and worse than you imagined

This weekend marks the fourth anniversary of the Syrian conflict, which has resulted in the "worst humanitarian crisis of our time.

Discrimination revealed: UK Christians have to keep faith hidden
Discrimination revealed: UK Christians have to keep faith hidden

A major consultation has uncovered stories of discrimination against Christians.

Failing Syria: UN Security Council has passed resolutions but done little good, say aid agencies
Failing Syria: UN Security Council has passed resolutions but done little good, say aid agencies

A report by 21 agencies says that the UN has failed to stop destruction and bloodshed.

L\'Arche founder Jean Vanier wins $1.7 million Templeton Prize
L'Arche founder Jean Vanier wins $1.7 million Templeton Prize

The Canadian theologian launched a network of communities for mentally disabled people.

Richard Madden jokes that Cinderella\'s Lily James \'eats like a boy!\'
Richard Madden jokes that Cinderella's Lily James 'eats like a boy!'

Cinderella lead actress Lily James might have an incredibly small waist but it's not because she's starving herself. Co-star Richard Madden can attest to the fact that the actress "eats like a boy!"

Derick and Jill Dillard are treated to another baby shower
Derick and Jill Dillard are treated to another baby shower

A lot of celebrations have been going on in the Dillard household, with Derick and Jill first celebrating Derick's 26th birthday and now being given another baby shower by Derick's church family.

Every purchase of Francis Chan\'s Crazy Love book helps support kids in need
Every purchase of Francis Chan's Crazy Love book helps support kids in need

Pastor Francis Chan's book Crazy Love is all about having a passionate relationship with God, and with every purchase of the book, there will be an opportunity to strengthen their charitable sides as well.

Shailene Woodley thinks Edward Snowden is a \'hero\'
Shailene Woodley thinks Edward Snowden is a 'hero'

National Security Agency whistleblower Edward Snowden might have been called a lot of things, but for Insurgent actress Shailene Woodley, he is nothing but a hero.

Chuck Norris\' son talks about faith-based films, laments that the American church is dying
Chuck Norris' son talks about faith-based films, laments that the American church is dying

Director Mike Norris might be recognised by many as the son of the legendary action hero Chuck Norris, but Mike has already established a name for himself making faith-based films.

Sports stars Jeremy Lin and Tim Tebow go out of their way to help sick children and feed the homeless
Sports stars Jeremy Lin and Tim Tebow go out of their way to help sick children and feed the homeless

Sports stars Jeremy Lin and Tim Tebow are proving to the world that they are more than just athletes. In fact, the two well-known Christians also have the kindest hearts and they are trying their best to emulate Jesus Christ in all that they do.

Kristen Bell, the voice behind Princess Anna has not let her own daughters seen Frozen
Kristen Bell, the voice behind Princess Anna has not let her own daughters seen Frozen

Believe it or not, the voice behind Princess Anna in the Disney movie Frozen has not let her own daughters seen the film that has already entranced millions of kids and adults from all over the world, especially with its hit song "Let It Go."

Utah allows use of firing squad for executions

Utah may become the only state to allow death penalty by firing squad after a controversial bill passed in the legislature on Tuesday.

ISIS releases video depicting child executing teenage \'Mossad spy\' in new video
ISIS releases video depicting child executing teenage 'Mossad spy' in new video

ISIS uses child to execute 'Mossad spy' in new video