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India plan to ban religious conversion sparks fears of heightened attacks on Christians
India plan to ban religious conversion sparks fears of heightened attacks on Christians

Lawmakers in India are planning to introduce a bill that will ban religious conversion, and Christians are already fearing that the proposed law will lead into further attacks and persecution in the dominantly Hindu nation.

Canada to stop bombing ISIS targets under new Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Canada to stop bombing ISIS targets under new Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

The Canadian government will no longer participate in bombing raids against the jihadist group, the Islamic State of Syria and Iraq (ISIS), under its newly elected prime minister, Justin Trudeau.

Possible new weapon vs. ISIS: Russia unveils ray gun that can blind enemies
Possible new weapon vs. ISIS: Russia unveils ray gun that can blind enemies

Russia recently unveiled a powerful weapon that emits light so strong that it can blind enemies, which can possibly be used in the country's stepped-up campaign against the extremist organization, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).

US, Russian jets team up for first time to destroy ISIS oil field, pipelines in Syria
US, Russian jets team up for first time to destroy ISIS oil field, pipelines in Syria

The Russian government is making progress in its bombing blitz against the extremist organisation Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) in the Middle East.

Top al-Qaeda leader killed in clash with Syrian government forces in Aleppo
Top al-Qaeda leader killed in clash with Syrian government forces in Aleppo

A senior commander of the global militant Islamist organization al-Qaeda has been killed in a clash with Syrian government forces.

Can this be Planet X, the bringer of doom?  Strange fiery globe spotted in Florida sky
Can this be Planet X, the bringer of doom? Strange fiery globe spotted in Florida sky

Did the mythical planet believed to be the bringer of doom on Earth just appear on the American sky?

Stop the talking. It is decision time for the Anglican Communion, says Archbishop
Stop the talking. It is decision time for the Anglican Communion, says Archbishop

In his latest pastoral letter, Kenya Archbishop Eliud Wabukala says: "There is now a shared realisation that the time for dialogue is over and there must be a decision that will settle the future direction of the Communion and free us from being dragged down by controversy and confusion."

Russian plan to nuke London at height of Cold War bared in British expert\'s letter
Russian plan to nuke London at height of Cold War bared in British expert's letter

Russian plotted a devastating attack that could have wiped out the United Kingdom's capital city, London, using nuclear bombs during the Cold War.

Mega-mosque in east London blocked
Mega-mosque in east London blocked

Plans to build a "megamosque" in east London have been blocked by the Government, ending a 16-year battle, the Daily Telegraph reports.

\'The Muppets\' for kids features sex, liquor and other adult stuff every 3 minutes and 38 seconds, study shows
'The Muppets' for kids features sex, liquor and other adult stuff every 3 minutes and 38 seconds, study shows

"The Muppets," which used to be a well-loved puppet show for kids is no longer suitable for children ages two to 11 to watch after it underwent a modern remake that now accommodates adult-themed content.

Five great ideas from Australia for Britain\'s churches
Five great ideas from Australia for Britain's churches

There are some excellent ideas from Australia that are worth the rest of us knowing about.

Oprah Winfrey accused of promoting false ideas about Christianity in \'Beliefs\'
Oprah Winfrey accused of promoting false ideas about Christianity in 'Beliefs'

Christians aren't buying Oprah Winfrey's new miniseries called "Belief," and are even suspicious that her new television project would promote false ideas about religion.

What Jesus can tell us about being human...
What Jesus can tell us about being human...

Today's mixture of individualism and consumerism is, if you ask me, pretty toxic to our conception of self. We are told we must be the best, have the best and do the best.

Bethany Hamilton inspires disabled athletes: People can still do amazing things after going through difficult time
Bethany Hamilton inspires disabled athletes: People can still do amazing things after going through difficult time

Hamilton once again recalled the day when her left arm was bitten by a shark. On Oct. 31, 2003, Hamilton, who was only 13 years old then, was surfing in Hawaii with her father, brother and best friend when a shark attacked her, biting off her arm.

\'The Big Bang Theory\' star Mayim Bialik wants to end sexual violence but admits women will never be truly safe
'The Big Bang Theory' star Mayim Bialik wants to end sexual violence but admits women will never be truly safe

In an ideal world, "The Big Bang Theory" star Mayim Bialik says that women will face no threat against sexual violence and assault, and they will feel free walking down the street without being objectified as sexual objects.

Pastor warns Christians in US: Prepare for coming persecution, arm yourselves
Pastor warns Christians in US: Prepare for coming persecution, arm yourselves

"American Christians need to prepare for persecution" even to the point of acquiring weapons to defend themselves and their families, a law enforcer turned pastor told WND TV, warning that Christians in the US are now increasingly being "targeted" for both political harassment and outright violence.