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Japan marks four years since devastating tsunami, still feels aftershocks

Four years after a magnitude 9 earthquake shook northern and eastern Japan, the region is rocked by tremors at more than double the average rate of the decade before the disaster.

Boris Nemtsov killing: Suspects probably tortured says Russian rights activist

Three suspects in the killing of Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov have probably been tortured while in detention, a member of the Kremlin's advisory council on human rights said on Wednesday.

Darfur: Peacekeeping force 'expensive' and 'dysfunctional' say UN offcials

One of the world's largest peacekeeping forces is being cut back and revamped as it has been failing to protect civilians in Darfur.

Children rescued from Boko Haram are so traumatised they can't remember their own names

80 children rescued from a camp in Cameroon have lost track of who they are, an aid official says.

Iran: Persecution of Christians as bad as ever, despite President's promises

Persecution of Christians in Iran is as bad as it was three years ago, in spite of the pre-election promises of the president, according to a new report.

Pro-Russian rebels are using truce to amass arms, says Ukraine military

Heavy weapons are being stored in depots around Donetsk, Ukraine says.

Iraqi troops recapture strategic town from Islamic State

The capture of al-Alam has made an assault on Tikrit possible.

Islamic state video shows child shooting Israeli Arab captive

Islamic State accused Muhammed Musallam of being an Israeli spy.

Mysterious voice helps officers save a baby in distress

Police officers in Utah say a voice from an unknown source helped them to save a baby girl in trouble this week.

Military chaplain fired for promoting biblical beliefs

Military veteran and former Navy chaplain Wes Modder is at risk of being discharged because of alleged insensitivity towards premarital sex and same-sex relations during counselling sessions, Fox News reported Monday.

Reporter details life undercover as ISIS girlfriend

Reporter fears for life after refusing fighter's request to go to Syria

Spirituality in the workplace boosts morale, values among employees

Promoting spirituality in the workplace impacts individuals and teams positively as it builds a sense of community, cultivates compassion, strengthens values and provides a support system for those faced with personal trials, says one minister.