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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.
Naghmeh Abedini: 'I haven't questioned God's goodness, I've discovered it'
The wife of imprisoned pastor Saeed Abedini speaks to Christian Today.
Chinese pastor Yuan Zhiming accused of raping founder of Christian charity
A top Chinese Christian pastor who has been accused of rape has resigned from his ministry in order to "retreat in the Lord and seek renewal."
Kurdish forces drive back Islamic State near Kirkuk, face 'little resistance'
Kurdish peshmerga forces have retaken around 40 square miles of territory.
Republicans warn Iran that nuclear deal might not outlast Obama presidency
Senators have written directly to Iran's leaders in an unprecedented breach with protocol.
India: Mob of thousands kidnap, kill rape suspect
A mob numbering in thousands broke into a prison, kidnapped, and killed a rape suspect in India on Friday.
Man burned by fajitas while praying at Applebee's receives no compensation
A New Jersey man cannot seek compensation from Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar after being burned by fajitas, an appellate panel ruled last week.
Homeowner association reverses decision, allows Make-a-Wish playhouse for cancer-stricken child
Homeowner's association reverses decision, allows playhouse for cancer-stricken child
All-women's college to admit transgender students for class of 2020
A Massachusetts all-women's university will admit transgender students, the school announced last week.