Mark Yapching
Pastors and inmates meet in Indianapolis to discuss ways of curbing youth violence
Five pastors and five inmates got together in Indianapolis on Tuesday to discuss possible solutions to the problem of youth violence.
ISIS beheads two men for being 'gay,' one for blasphemy
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria has apparently beheaded three men in an unnamed city in northern Iraq.
Boko Haram is not one unified organisation - expert
A Boko Haram expert has highlighted one difficulty in curbing the activities of the Nigerian militant group.
Assyrian Christian leaders call for help against renewed ISIS offensive in Hassakeh
Assyrian Christian leaders are calling for help as Islamic State attacks escalate in northern Syria.
Imprisoned Iranian pastor could face additional imprisonment on new charges
A Christian imprisoned in Iran may face additional prison time because of a new complaint.
Foreigners continue to cross Turkey to ISIS despite new measures
Despite efforts from the Turkish government, foreigners continue to cross the border to Syria on their way to fight for the Islamic State.
Survivor tells tale of life in abandoned Iraqi village
Two elderly Christian women tell their tale of survival in Iraq's Teleskof village after the Islamic State captured the town.
Jihadist converts to Christianity after near-death experience
A jihadist with the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria has converted to Christianity after apparently dying and coming back to life.
Two Christian pastors in India's Madhya Pradesh imprisoned on conversion charges
Two pastors are currently detained on charges of forced conversion in India's Madhya Pradesh.
Algerian activist faces trial for comments against new government regulation
An Algerian activist is facing trial for comments he made on social media regarding an official government announcement.
Pope Francis recognises women's importance in Angelus address
Pope Francis on Sunday paid tribute to the role of women around the world, calling a world that marginalises women "sterile."
Iraqi officials arrest American, Israeli military advisors on suspicion of aiding ISIS
Iraqi counter-terrorism forces allegedly arrested four foreign military advisors to the Islamic State over the weekend.
Coalition hits oil refinery held by ISIS in Syria
Warplanes from the United States-led coalition attacked and destroyed on Sunday an oil refinery held by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria.
ISIS fighters destroy ancient Iraqi city of Hatra
The Islamic State continued its destruction of Iraqi historical and cultural sites as it attacked the ancient city of Hatra in northern Iraq on Saturday.
Chad's president claims knowledge of Boko Haram leader's whereabouts
Chad's President Idriss Deby issued a warning to Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau - surrender or be killed in battle.
Lebanon captures key ISIS commander
Lebanese authorities have arrested a key Syrian commander in the Islamic State.