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Iraqi Christian fighters on why they are taking on ISIS: \'They are the devil\'
Iraqi Christian fighters on why they are taking on ISIS: 'They are the devil'

"Christian suffering is over," said one member of the Christian militia determined to defend the homes and lives of fellow believers from ISIS.

\'Pray That God Keeps Us Safe\': Hurricane Matthew Slams Into Haiti With Deadly Waves
'Pray That God Keeps Us Safe': Hurricane Matthew Slams Into Haiti With Deadly Waves

The fiercest Caribbean storm in almost a decade ripped into Haiti's southwestern peninsula early on Tuesday.

Evangelicals Launch Prayer Campaign To Raise Votes For Trump
Evangelicals Launch Prayer Campaign To Raise Votes For Trump

Evangelicals in Florida are launching a drive to mobilise prayer for people to vote for Donald Trump in the US presidential election next month.

Iraqi Archbishop: \'In The Midst Of All This Violence, Jesus Is Needed\'
Iraqi Archbishop: 'In The Midst Of All This Violence, Jesus Is Needed'

An archbishop in Iraq has appealed for Christians to stay in the Middle East, saying that they have "no choice" but to help bring about peace to the troubled region.

Billy Graham\'s Grandson Will: \'This Is The Start Of The End Times.\'
Billy Graham's Grandson Will: 'This Is The Start Of The End Times.'

Billy Graham's grandson Will Graham believes the world is entering the "end times" and that Jesus Christ may well return in his lifetime.

Christian And Muslim Leaders: Religion Is The Solution To Terrorism, Not The Problem
Christian And Muslim Leaders: Religion Is The Solution To Terrorism, Not The Problem

A two-day meeting between the Muslim Council of Elders (MCE) and the World Council of Churches (WCC) last week focussed on the vitality of working for peace and countering violence, especially that which is committed in the name of God.

Iraq Could Lose Its Syriac Christian Population If It Doesn\'t Amend Its Constitution
Iraq Could Lose Its Syriac Christian Population If It Doesn't Amend Its Constitution

Iraq is at risk of losing its Syriac Christian presence if it does not legally recognise the group in its constitution, leading Church figures have warned.

Estonian Christians Angry About Artwork Telling Visitors To Kick Virgin Mary
Estonian Christians Angry About Artwork Telling Visitors To Kick Virgin Mary

The opening of Estonia's new National Museum has been overshadowed by protests from Church leaders and politicians over an exhibit they say mocks religion.

Catholics, Especially Latinos And Women, Favour Clinton Over Trump
Catholics, Especially Latinos And Women, Favour Clinton Over Trump

A new poll has reaffirmed Hillary Clinton's lead over Donald Trump among Catholic voters in the US presidential election.

Muslim Man Who Killed Sister Because She Married A Christian Says He Had \'No Choice\'
Muslim Man Who Killed Sister Because She Married A Christian Says He Had 'No Choice'

A Pakistani man who shot dead his sister because she married a Christian has said he had "no choice" but to kill her for bringing shame on their family.

Nigerian Bishop Who Had Vision Of Jesus Says Boko Haram Will \'Fizzle Out\'
Nigerian Bishop Who Had Vision Of Jesus Says Boko Haram Will 'Fizzle Out'

A Catholic Nigerian bishop who says he had a vision two years ago of Jesus handing him a roasary and saying "Boko Haram is gone", has declared that the terrorist organisation "will soon fizzle out".

Pope Francis To Make London Nun A Saint
Pope Francis To Make London Nun A Saint

A French nun who lived in London and said she saw the Eucharist turn to bloody flesh in the hands of a priest is to be put on the path to sainthood by Pope Francis, the Catholic Herald reported.

Christian Artists Face Jail, Fines For Refusal To Make Gay Wedding Invitations
Christian Artists Face Jail, Fines For Refusal To Make Gay Wedding Invitations

Christian women Joanna and Breanna, who own Brush & Nib Studio, a company that makes custom stationery and invitations for weddings and other events, are being accused of violating an ordinance passed by the city of Phoenix in favor of homosexuals, The Christian Post reports.

Christian Pastors Lead Prayer For Unity After Police Gunned Down 3 Black Men In California
Christian Pastors Lead Prayer For Unity After Police Gunned Down 3 Black Men In California

Following the alleged police of an unarmed black man in California, more than 30 Christian pastors from different races and denominations from San Diego led the faithful in praying for peace, unity and truth in their community.

Leading Al Qaeda figure killed in drone attack
Leading Al Qaeda figure killed in drone attack

A leading figure in al Qaeda who became a prominent member of its Syrian Nusra Front offshoot was killed in a drone attack on Monday, the group and jihadist sources said.

Putin\'s close friend predicts Donald Trump will be next U.S. President
Putin's close friend predicts Donald Trump will be next U.S. President

One of Vladimir Putin's closest friends said on Thursday he believed Donald Trump would be the next president of the United States and that Western leaders were no match for the Russian president.