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U.S. Considers Putting Eritrea on Terrorism List
The United States is considering putting Eritrea on its list of state sponsors of terrorism, which would impose some sanctions, for allowing arms to flow into Somalia, a senior U.S. official said on Friday.
US Gives $100,000 to Aid North Korea Flood Victims
The United States said on Friday it will give $100,000 to buy blankets, shelter materials, water and other items for victims of floods in North Korea that have killed hundreds of people and made more than 300,000 homeless.
Typhoon Reaches Taiwan After Swiping Philippines
A super-strength typhoon that brought flooding to parts of the Philippines tore into Taiwan on Friday, forcing the cancellation of flights and sending coastal residents rushing to secure their homes.
Southern Africa Launches Peacekeeping Brigade
Southern African leaders launched a peacekeeping brigade on Friday as part of a planned African standby force to be deployed on peace missions and to tackle disarmament and humanitarian crises on the continent.
Zimbabwe Rejects Reform at Key Summit
Zimbabwe rejected political reform on Thursday at a summit of regional leaders designed to find ways to ease the country's political and economic crisis.
Moderator to Celebrate Arts at Edinburgh Festival Service
Moderator of General Assembly of Scotland to preach sermon at speical Edinburgh Festival service this Sunday.
Jesus Army: Refugee and Clubber Become Unlikely Brothers
War zone refugee, Sri Lankan Luke Ranga, and South African clubber, Daryl Coy, had very different beginnings. But now the Holy Spirit has made them into brothers
South Korean Hostages Held by Taliban Return Home
Two South Korean released by the Taliban earlier this week have arrived home, where they join family and church members still praying for the release of the remaining 19 hostages.
Pope Prays for Peru Earthquake Victims
Pope Benedict XVI offers prayers for the estimated 400 people killed by Wednesday's massive 8.0-magnitude earthquake in Peru.
Desperate Mother Combs Dead for Daughter in Peru
The central plaza of Pisco in Peru is normally a starting point for tourists heading to the Paracas Nature Reserve. On Thursday, it was an open morgue after the nearby church was flattened by a massive 8.0-magnitude earthquake during a mass on Wednesday.
Three Utah Mine Rescuers Killed
Three rescuers attempting to find six workers trapped in a collapsed Utah mine in the US have been killed by another cave-in during rescue efforts, according to officials.
Jars of Clay's Frontman to Release Children's Book
Jars of Clay's frontman Dan Haseltine will release his first book next month to reach a younger audience. The One, The Only, Magnificent Me will release15 September through Mackinac Island Press.
Renewed Hope for Utah Miners as Rescuers Pick Up Noises
Hope has been renewed in the fight to save six men from a Utah mine collapse in the US, after sound monitoring devices picked up noises.
Christian Relief Poised for Quake-Hit Peru
One of the world's largest Christian relief and development organisations said Thursday it was ready to respond to the magnitude-8.0 quake that struck central Peru Wednesday night.
Salvation Army: Cooking Up a Feast for the Homeless in Dublin
Great smells waft through The Salvation Army's Cedar House homeless centre in Dublin on Wednesday mornings as a small group of men meet for cookery classes with Captain Joanna.
Jesus Surf Classic to Celebrate 15th Anniversary
The Jesus Surf Classic will celebrate its 15th anniversary this year at Croyde Bay, 8th -9th September. This year's event will be the biggest ever, according to organisers, with a slight change in the categories.