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UN report detailing children and the disabled being burned alive in South Sudan is reliable, say country's churches
Church sources in Sudan are confirming the veracity of a United National Human Rights (UNHR) report that women and children and the disabled are being subjected to rape and brutality amid the eruption of a civil war in the territory.

Iain Duncan Smith: Did the Christian minister's crusade against poverty do more harm than good?
Make no mistake, this is a political earthquake. Iain Duncan Smith, the former leader of the Conservative Party, the redoubtably tough former army officer and champion of the party rank and file, has resigned. Not because the measures announced in this week's budget were too soft, though. Because they were too harsh.

Russell Moore appeals for stop to 'millenial bashing,' saying young people are not all selfish and entitled
Theologian, social commentator and Southern Baptist Minister Russell Moore has appealed for a stop to the practice of "millennial bashing" amid the backlash of a rant by one twenty something year old employee of Yelp about her low salary. The post garnered a slew of negative feedback from social media saying that millennials are selfish and entitled.

Donald Trump continues to divide American Christians; religious leaders speak up
Even as Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump continues to enjoy the support of some sectors of Evangelicals, there are still Christian leaders who continue to question his positions on key issues.
Tray Walker death: prayers for family of 23-year-old Baltimore Ravens star; Coach John Harbaugh hopes he rests in Jesus
"May he rest in the Peace of Christ Jesus forever" - Ravens coach John Harbaugh

Russia plan crash: All 62 passengers killed
All 62 people aboard a passenger jet flying from Dubai to southern Russia were killed when their plane crashed on its second attempt to land at Rostov-on-Don airport on Saturday, Russian officials said.

Atheist sues Texas mayor, council members for attending cross project groundbreaking event
An atheist has filed a lawsuit against the mayor of Corpus Christi, Texas over a giant cross that is being constructed.

Many people worldwide fearful of Trump presidency, CNN says after talking to folks in 7 countries
Worldwide, many people are scared of a Donald Trump presidency. CNN made the revelation after the media giant asked people from various countries what they think of the controversial Republican presidential candidate who is moving closer to his quest of taking the White House.

Trump turns defeat into victory: Kasich's Ohio win keeps GOP opposition splintered
Donald Trump is using simple mathematics to his advantage as he continues to make giant strides towards the Republican presidential nomination, USA Today reported.

ISIS ignored cries of 'Don't kill the sisters' before murdering Yemen nuns
An eyewitness account has emerged describing the terror faced by the four nuns from Mother Teresa's order murdered by Islamic State in Yemen.

EU and Turkey strike deal to send back refugees
European Union negotiators and Turkey have reached a deal to halt illegal migration flows to Europe that would mean all refugees and migrants arriving in Europe from Sunday would be sent back across the Aegean sea.

Prayer, steering away from the occult are the best tools against demonic possession, says exorcist
There is a way to identify whether a person is being possessed by a demon or suffering from illness and it is important to make the distinction between the two cases, said a long-time exorcist from Italy.

Jewish groups set to boycott Trump for inciting violence and hatred
Several groups of rabbis are planning to boycott Donald Trump's speech at a major pro-Israel meeting in Washington on Monday, accusing the GOP front runner of encouraging hatred.

Ted Cruz slammed for adopting 'notorious Islamophobe' Frank Gaffney as advisor
Ted Cruz has been lambasted after his team of national security advisor included Frank Gaffney, best known for his extreme views on Islam.

Burma: Christian charities urge freedom for religious minorites
The Burmese government have been urged to repeal laws which hinder religious freedom by a coalition of groups at the United Nations human rights council (HRC).

Christian couple Marius and Ruth Bodnariu pray and fast for return of 5 children
The Christian couple who had their five children removed by Norway's child protection services are undertaking a 40-day fast as they wait to hear whether their children will be returned to their custody.