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Syrian conflict update: Russia, U.S. agree to a truce
Syrian conflict update: Russia, U.S. agree to a truce

The United States and Russian governments have agreed to a cessation of hostilities in Syria that will take effect on midnight of Feb. 26. However, this is just partial, as several fighting groups wagering their own war inside the country will not be affected.

Assyrian Christian hostages released by ISIS sing praises to God
Assyrian Christian hostages released by ISIS sing praises to God

After a year of being held hostage by Islamic State, a video of Assyrian Christians worshipping God has been released.

Coalition airstrikes destroy over $500-M ISIS cash reserves, 20 kilogrammes of gold
Coalition airstrikes destroy over $500-M ISIS cash reserves, 20 kilogrammes of gold

Coalition fighter jets and drones have reportedly destroyed more than $500 million cash reserves and 20 kilograms of gold during airstrikes against the Islamic State (ISIS) in Iraq and Syria.

Australian abuse inquiry says will sit in Rome to hear Vatican treasurer
Australian abuse inquiry says will sit in Rome to hear Vatican treasurer

An Australian government inquiry into child abuse has said it has found a suitable public venue in Rome where victims will be able to watch the Vatican's Australian-born treasurer testify about his knowledge of molestation within the church.

Donald Trump sparks Muslim anger with his \'bullets dipped in pig\'s blood\' story on how to stop Islamic terrorists
Donald Trump sparks Muslim anger with his 'bullets dipped in pig's blood' story on how to stop Islamic terrorists

The Muslim community in the United States could not stomach Donald Trump anymore and has decided to fight back.

Donald Trump wins evangelical vote in massive South Carolina primary victory: \'They love me and I love them\'
Donald Trump wins evangelical vote in massive South Carolina primary victory: 'They love me and I love them'

With his massive victory in the South Carolina primary on Saturday night, Donald Trump has proven that indeed the "evangelicals love me and I love them."

Ben Carson not quitting Republican race despite last-place finish in South Carolina: \'We remain undaunted\'
Ben Carson not quitting Republican race despite last-place finish in South Carolina: 'We remain undaunted'

Dr. Ben Carson finished last among six Republican candidates in South Carolina's primary on Saturday night, but he's far from done.

Thousands could be forced to leave Calais \'jungle\' tomorrow
Thousands could be forced to leave Calais 'jungle' tomorrow

Refugees squatting in a shanty town outside Calais in northern France ignored an official order to evacuate part of their camp, hoping a court hearing on Tuesday will halt its demolition.

Philippines Catholic Church defends Manny Pacquiao over anti-gay comments
Philippines Catholic Church defends Manny Pacquiao over anti-gay comments

The Catholic Church in the Philippines has defended Christian boxer Manny Pacquiao following his comment that gay couples are "worse than animals".

Elderly pastor \'illegally detained\' brings lawsuit against Chinese authorities
Elderly pastor 'illegally detained' brings lawsuit against Chinese authorities

An elderly Christian pastor detained by Chinese authorities has had his case taken on by a Beijing-based law firm.

Marco Rubio did not mock the Bible, Cruz campaign admits
Marco Rubio did not mock the Bible, Cruz campaign admits

Ted Cruz' campaign suffered another embarrassment after a video purporting to show him mocking the Bible was exposed as a fake.

Cardinal Pell and supporters hit back at abuse allegations
Cardinal Pell and supporters hit back at abuse allegations

Journalists writing about historic child sexual abuse in Australia are at war over a report that Cardinal George Pell is being investigated by police.

Durham is revealed as Church of England low point for Christians
Durham is revealed as Church of England low point for Christians

Durham in the north of England is the diocese where Christians are least likely to go to a service of the Church of England, according to latest figures

Ancient Christian icon found in Bethlehem
Ancient Christian icon found in Bethlehem

An ancient icon of "great religious and historical value" has been found by craftsmen working on the restoration of the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem.

ISIS claim responsibility for Hindu priest hacked to death in Bangladesh
ISIS claim responsibility for Hindu priest hacked to death in Bangladesh

ISIS has claimed responsibility for the fatal stabbing of a Hindu priest at a temple in Bangladesh on Sunday, following an increase in Islamist violence in the country.

Horrific catalogue of child sexual abuse by Christian Brothers in Australia
Horrific catalogue of child sexual abuse by Christian Brothers in Australia

More than 850 people have complained of child sexual abuse by one or more Christian Brothers in Australia. Three-quarters of the victims were under the age of 13, the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse has heard.