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Today's Breaking News
Around the World
White House: Iran's nuclear marine vessels don't violate deal
The White House on Tuesday downplayed a directive from Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to local scientists to start developing systems for nuclear-powered marine vessels.
U.S. fears boost in Islamic State firepower after Palmyra's fall
U.S. commanders are weighing possible airstrikes against Islamic State militants who recently recaptured the Syrian city of Palmyra, driven by concerns the group may have obtained surface-to-air missiles in the city and will use them against the U.S. and its coalition allies.
Islamic extremism in Germany,' intelligence report finds
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar are supporting extremist Islamic groups in Germany, according to a leaked intelligence report.
Vladimir Putin the world's most powerful person: Forbes
Russian President Vladimir Putin again leads Forbes' list of the world's most powerful people, followed by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in the No. 2 spot.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Palestinians preparing new Security Council draft
The Palestinian delegation to the United Nations has reportedly circulated a new draft of a resolution condemning Israel settlements that they hope to bring to a vote before US President Barack Obama leaves office next month.
Khamenei: The Zionist regime won't exist in 25 years
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said on Wednesday that Israel could be destroyed within 25 years through a united 'Palestinian struggle', PressTV reports.
Inside the United States
Okla. Supreme Court Tosses Pro-Life Hospital Privileges Law
The Oklahoma Supreme Court has thrown out a law requiring doctors at abortion clinics to have hospital admitting privileges.
Senator Recommends Criminal Investigation Into Planned Parenthood
Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, has asked the FBI to start a criminal investigation into Planned Parenthood.
Execs representing a whopping $3 trillion just walked into Trump Tower
President-elect Donald Trump's mega technology summit in New York on Wednesday hosted leaders of companies that have a combined market value of more than $3 trillion.
Yahoo discloses new data breach affecting one billion accounts
Yahoo Inc said on Wednesday that it has identified a new system breach that occurred in August 2013 and involved data associated with more than one billion user accounts.
'11th hour power grab': Obama mandates state funding for Planned Parenthood
President Obama is delivering a generous parting gift to Planned Parenthood in the form of a rule prohibiting states from divesting millions of dollars from the nation's largest abortion provider.
Fed vote unanimous for interest rate increase; expects 3 hikes in '17
As expected, the U.S. Federal Reserve voted Wednesday to raise key interest rates by a quarter point -- just its second rate hike in the last 12 months.
Obama blocks states from withholding Planned Parenthood funding
The Obama administration moved Wednesday to prevent states from cutting off federal funding to Planned Parenthood, possibly preventing President-elect Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress from defunding the organization.
Christian News
ACLJ Launches Global Campaign to Free Imprisoned American Pastor
The American Center of Law and Justice (ACLJ) has launched an international campaign to free an American pastor imprisoned for his Christian faith in Turkey.
'There's so many people dead': Charleston church member recounts 911 call
From under the table where she hid, the grandmother could see the boots of the man who walked among them, his gun trained on parishioners who could not escape execution.
Republican-led Congress disappoints advocates of religious freedom
The Republican-led Congress has shirked its duty to help people of faith exercise their beliefs in public under an administration that is hostile to their conscientious objections, advocates for religious freedom say.
Around the World
White House: Iran's nuclear marine vessels don't violate deal
The White House on Tuesday downplayed a directive from Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to local scientists to start developing systems for nuclear-powered marine vessels.
U.S. fears boost in Islamic State firepower after Palmyra's fall
U.S. commanders are weighing possible airstrikes against Islamic State militants who recently recaptured the Syrian city of Palmyra, driven by concerns the group may have obtained surface-to-air missiles in the city and will use them against the U.S. and its coalition allies.
Islamic extremism in Germany,' intelligence report finds
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar are supporting extremist Islamic groups in Germany, according to a leaked intelligence report.
Vladimir Putin the world's most powerful person: Forbes
Russian President Vladimir Putin again leads Forbes' list of the world's most powerful people, followed by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in the No. 2 spot.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Palestinians preparing new Security Council draft
The Palestinian delegation to the United Nations has reportedly circulated a new draft of a resolution condemning Israel settlements that they hope to bring to a vote before US President Barack Obama leaves office next month.
Khamenei: The Zionist regime won't exist in 25 years
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said on Wednesday that Israel could be destroyed within 25 years through a united 'Palestinian struggle', PressTV reports.
Inside the United States
Okla. Supreme Court Tosses Pro-Life Hospital Privileges Law
The Oklahoma Supreme Court has thrown out a law requiring doctors at abortion clinics to have hospital admitting privileges.
Senator Recommends Criminal Investigation Into Planned Parenthood
Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, has asked the FBI to start a criminal investigation into Planned Parenthood.
Execs representing a whopping $3 trillion just walked into Trump Tower
President-elect Donald Trump's mega technology summit in New York on Wednesday hosted leaders of companies that have a combined market value of more than $3 trillion.
Yahoo discloses new data breach affecting one billion accounts
Yahoo Inc said on Wednesday that it has identified a new system breach that occurred in August 2013 and involved data associated with more than one billion user accounts.
'11th hour power grab': Obama mandates state funding for Planned Parenthood
President Obama is delivering a generous parting gift to Planned Parenthood in the form of a rule prohibiting states from divesting millions of dollars from the nation's largest abortion provider.
Fed vote unanimous for interest rate increase; expects 3 hikes in '17
As expected, the U.S. Federal Reserve voted Wednesday to raise key interest rates by a quarter point -- just its second rate hike in the last 12 months.
Obama blocks states from withholding Planned Parenthood funding
The Obama administration moved Wednesday to prevent states from cutting off federal funding to Planned Parenthood, possibly preventing President-elect Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress from defunding the organization.
Christian News
ACLJ Launches Global Campaign to Free Imprisoned American Pastor
The American Center of Law and Justice (ACLJ) has launched an international campaign to free an American pastor imprisoned for his Christian faith in Turkey.
'There's so many people dead': Charleston church member recounts 911 call
From under the table where she hid, the grandmother could see the boots of the man who walked among them, his gun trained on parishioners who could not escape execution.
Republican-led Congress disappoints advocates of religious freedom
The Republican-led Congress has shirked its duty to help people of faith exercise their beliefs in public under an administration that is hostile to their conscientious objections, advocates for religious freedom say.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Fall of Aleppo marks new, uncertain phase of Syrian civil war
The rout of Syrian rebels by the Russian-backed forces of President Bashar Assad in the city of Aleppo likely marks the beginning of the end of the civil war that has ravaged the country for more than 5 years and led to the unprecedented slaughter of hundreds of thousands of civilians trapped by the fighting.
Iran to work on nuclear-powered vessels after U.S. 'violation' of deal
Iran ordered its scientists on Tuesday to start developing systems for nuclear-powered marine vessels in response to what it calls a U.S. violation of its landmark 2015 atomic deal with world powers.
Islamic State claims responsibility for Egypt church bombing
The Islamic State claimed Tuesday it was behind a church bombing in Egypt and said it plans to target more Christians there in the future.
US to halt some arms sales to Saudi, citing civilian deaths in Yemen campaign
The United States has decided to limit military support to Saudi Arabia's campaign in Yemen because of concerns over widespread civilian casualties and will halt a planned arms sale to the kingdom, U.S. officials told Reuters.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
PA government: Prosecute Israel for 'war crimes'
The Palestinian Authority (PA) government on Tuesday called for Israel to be prosecuted for alleged 'war crimes' against Palestinian Arabs.
Iranian President Rouhani: 'Jihad Against Tel Aviv Only Recourse for Palestinians'
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that because the 'Zionist regime and its supporters' have paved the way for terrorism throughout the Middle East -- causing Muslim states to be preoccupied with their own internal woes -- the only recourse for the Palestinians was jihad against Tel Aviv, the semi-official state news agency Fars reported.
Netanyahu praises Trump's pledge to open US Embassy in Jerusalem
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commented Tuesday on recent statements made by US President-elect Donald Trump's senior aide Kellyanne Conway reiterating her boss's plan to move the US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, describing the idea as 'great.'
Hamas official says group is now 'leading' missile-maker in Arab world
A senior Hamas official said that the terror group has built a so-called 'real army' to fight Israel and that it has become the leading manufacturer of missiles in the Arab world.
Inside the United States
Ohio Gov Signs Abortion Bill Banning Operation After 20 Weeks
Ohio Gov. John Kasich signed a bill into law Tuesday that effectively bans abortions for women who have been pregnant for at least 20 weeks, according to a new report. The Republican also vetoed the so-called "Heartbeat Bill," which outlaws abortions if a heartbeat can be heard, the Columbus Dispatch reported.
Mayor: Gatlinburg wildfires caused $500M in damages
Officials at a Tuesday news conference laid out a time line of fighting the wildfires that spread to Gatlinburg, killing 14, causing the evacuation of 14,000 and damaging more than 2,400 structures. The fires caused more than $500 million in damages.
Dow Flirts With 20,000 as Stocks Rise, Gold Falls Ahead of Fed
Global stocks advanced, sending the Dow Jones Industrial Average surging toward 20,000 on speculation that the Federal Reserve's expected rate increase is a signal of confidence that the world's largest economy is strengthening. The dollar and Treasuries were little changed.
Soros-Backed Efforts Challenging Va. Voter ID Law Rejected By Federal Court
A federal appeals court on Tuesday issued an opinion saying that Virginia's voter identification law is constitutional and does not violate the Voting Rights Act.
Christian News
Christians are least educated religious group in U.S., report says
Christians are by far the largest religious group in the United States, but a review of data suggests they are the least educated religious group in the country and that there are large gaps in education level between other religious groups.
Two Christian Pastors Facing Death Penalty in Sudan for Their Faith: Global Petition
Time is running out for two Christian pastors facing a possible death penalty in Sudan, the American Center for Law and Justice is warning as it launches a global petition asking the world to help save the two men.
Mainstream Media Shocked at Role Religion Plays in People's Lives
Journalists don't 'get religion' and the role it plays in people's lives, according to Dean Baquet, the executive editor of The New York Times.
Christian Governor's Trial Tests Religious Tolerance in Indonesia
A Christian governor in the world's largest Muslim nation is standing trial on charges of blasphemy.
'Revival Is on the Way:' Ted Cruz Joins Prayer Battle in the Capitol
Donald Trump's former rival and 2016 presidential candidate Ted Cruz recently held a prayer meeting with conservative pastors and members of Congress on Capitol Hill.
Around the World
Fall of Aleppo marks new, uncertain phase of Syrian civil war
The rout of Syrian rebels by the Russian-backed forces of President Bashar Assad in the city of Aleppo likely marks the beginning of the end of the civil war that has ravaged the country for more than 5 years and led to the unprecedented slaughter of hundreds of thousands of civilians trapped by the fighting.
Iran to work on nuclear-powered vessels after U.S. 'violation' of deal
Iran ordered its scientists on Tuesday to start developing systems for nuclear-powered marine vessels in response to what it calls a U.S. violation of its landmark 2015 atomic deal with world powers.
Islamic State claims responsibility for Egypt church bombing
The Islamic State claimed Tuesday it was behind a church bombing in Egypt and said it plans to target more Christians there in the future.
US to halt some arms sales to Saudi, citing civilian deaths in Yemen campaign
The United States has decided to limit military support to Saudi Arabia's campaign in Yemen because of concerns over widespread civilian casualties and will halt a planned arms sale to the kingdom, U.S. officials told Reuters.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
PA government: Prosecute Israel for 'war crimes'
The Palestinian Authority (PA) government on Tuesday called for Israel to be prosecuted for alleged 'war crimes' against Palestinian Arabs.
Iranian President Rouhani: 'Jihad Against Tel Aviv Only Recourse for Palestinians'
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that because the 'Zionist regime and its supporters' have paved the way for terrorism throughout the Middle East -- causing Muslim states to be preoccupied with their own internal woes -- the only recourse for the Palestinians was jihad against Tel Aviv, the semi-official state news agency Fars reported.
Netanyahu praises Trump's pledge to open US Embassy in Jerusalem
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commented Tuesday on recent statements made by US President-elect Donald Trump's senior aide Kellyanne Conway reiterating her boss's plan to move the US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, describing the idea as 'great.'
Hamas official says group is now 'leading' missile-maker in Arab world
A senior Hamas official said that the terror group has built a so-called 'real army' to fight Israel and that it has become the leading manufacturer of missiles in the Arab world.
Inside the United States
Ohio Gov Signs Abortion Bill Banning Operation After 20 Weeks
Ohio Gov. John Kasich signed a bill into law Tuesday that effectively bans abortions for women who have been pregnant for at least 20 weeks, according to a new report. The Republican also vetoed the so-called "Heartbeat Bill," which outlaws abortions if a heartbeat can be heard, the Columbus Dispatch reported.
Mayor: Gatlinburg wildfires caused $500M in damages
Officials at a Tuesday news conference laid out a time line of fighting the wildfires that spread to Gatlinburg, killing 14, causing the evacuation of 14,000 and damaging more than 2,400 structures. The fires caused more than $500 million in damages.
Dow Flirts With 20,000 as Stocks Rise, Gold Falls Ahead of Fed
Global stocks advanced, sending the Dow Jones Industrial Average surging toward 20,000 on speculation that the Federal Reserve's expected rate increase is a signal of confidence that the world's largest economy is strengthening. The dollar and Treasuries were little changed.
Soros-Backed Efforts Challenging Va. Voter ID Law Rejected By Federal Court
A federal appeals court on Tuesday issued an opinion saying that Virginia's voter identification law is constitutional and does not violate the Voting Rights Act.
Christian News
Christians are least educated religious group in U.S., report says
Christians are by far the largest religious group in the United States, but a review of data suggests they are the least educated religious group in the country and that there are large gaps in education level between other religious groups.
Two Christian Pastors Facing Death Penalty in Sudan for Their Faith: Global Petition
Time is running out for two Christian pastors facing a possible death penalty in Sudan, the American Center for Law and Justice is warning as it launches a global petition asking the world to help save the two men.
Mainstream Media Shocked at Role Religion Plays in People's Lives
Journalists don't 'get religion' and the role it plays in people's lives, according to Dean Baquet, the executive editor of The New York Times.
Christian Governor's Trial Tests Religious Tolerance in Indonesia
A Christian governor in the world's largest Muslim nation is standing trial on charges of blasphemy.
'Revival Is on the Way:' Ted Cruz Joins Prayer Battle in the Capitol
Donald Trump's former rival and 2016 presidential candidate Ted Cruz recently held a prayer meeting with conservative pastors and members of Congress on Capitol Hill.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
UN: Syria pro-regime forces executed 82 civilians in Aleppo
Syria's pro-government forces killed at least 82 civilians as they entered the last remaining strongholds of the rebels in eastern Aleppo, the UN human rights office said Tuesday, citing reports.
'Meltdown of humanity' in Aleppo as Assad troops close in
Residents and aid workers trapped in Aleppo are describing desperate conditions and a 'complete meltdown of humanity' as the Syrian army is about to regain full control of the city.
US, Japan and S. Korea pledge firm response to North Korea for nuclear missile tests
Nuclear envoys from the US, South Korea, and Japan agreed on Tuesday to work closely together to impose sanctions against North Korea for its nuclear missile tests.
Is Brexit trigger reversible? Irish court case planned
A crowdfunded legal challenge to determine whether Britain's divorce from the European Union can be reversed once it has been triggered will be submitted to the Irish High Court before Christmas, the lawyer behind the move said on Monday.
Iran to build nuclear marine propulsion after US 'violation' of deal
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani ordered on Tuesday the head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran to start planning the development of nuclear marine propulsion in reaction to what he called the United States' violation of the nuclear deal.
EU, Cuba sign agreement to normalize relations
While the United States insists on maintaining its trade embargo on Cuba, despite starting to normalize relations, the European Union took a much larger leap toward normal interaction on Monday.
Why some of Europe's least religious countries are shaped by politicians' Christian faith
Not much has united Britain, France and Germany in recent months. There is one striking attribute, however, that they share: the influence of religious beliefs on the politics of these nations.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump aide on moving US Embassy to Jerusalem: 'A top priority'
Though he has refrained from making many public statements on the matter since his election, US President-elect Donald Trump's senior aide Kellyanne Conway reiterated his plan to move the US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Netanyahu touts 'longer, stronger' defense arm as F-35s make historic landing
The first two of fifty new F-35 fighter jets purchased by Israel touched down at Nevatim air base on Monday with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu touting Israel's 'longer, stronger' arm of defense as the first US ally to receive Lockheed Martin's most advanced and expensive plane.
Lapid questions PM's Iran deal strategy: 'May be too late'
Leading Israeli opposition politician and Yesh Atid Leader Yair Lapid questioned on Monday Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's goal of dismantling the international community's nuclear deal with Iran.
Israel bombs suspected Islamic State militant hideout in Syria
The Israeli military says it has carried out an air strike in Syria on a building used by Islamic State militants to attack Israeli forces.
Inside the United States
One in six U.S. adults takes a psychiatric drug, study says
One in six U.S. adults takes a psychiatric medication to cope with conditions such as depression, anxiety and insomnia, a new study finds.
Trump to name Exxon Mobil CEO Tillerson as U.S. secretary of state
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he intends to nominate ExxonMobil CEO Rex Tillerson for Secretary of State.
McConnell, Warning of 'Dangerous' Debt, Wants Tax Cut Offsets
President-elect Donald Trump's race to enact the biggest tax cuts since the 1980s went under a caution flag Monday as Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell warned he considers current levels of U.S. debt 'dangerous' and said he wants any tax overhaul to avoid adding to the deficit.
The Cyber Threat: Congress Should Investigate Failed Obama Cyber Policies Along With Russian Hacking
President Obama, under pressure from Congress, has directed U.S. intelligence agencies to conduct a deep-dive inquiry into Russian cyber attacks and their impact on the 2016 presidential election and to provide the results before Inauguration Day.
Top U.S. spy agency has not embraced CIA assessment on Russia hacking - sources
The overseers of the U.S. intelligence community have not embraced a CIA assessment that Russian cyber attacks were aimed at helping Republican President-elect Donald Trump win the 2016 election, three American officials said on Monday.
U.S. preps for 'dangerously' cold temperatures
Another round of unspeakably cold air, courtesy of the Polar Vortex, is ready for an assault on much of the central and eastern U.S. by midweek. It will bring 'dangerously' cold temperatures and howling winds to millions of Americans.
Christian News
$16 Billion Given to Evangelical Ministries in 2015, Nearly 10% Increase From 2014: Study
Donations to evangelical Christian organizations in the United States continue to increase, according to the latest numbers provided by a national financial standards association representing evangelical groups that qualify for tax-exempt, nonprofit status and receive tax-deductible contributions.
Iran: church retreat centre confiscated for 'being funded by CIA'
The Iranian government has assumed control of a church-owned retreat centre, accusing the church of being funded by the US government and the CIA.
Azerbaijani Christians fined over 'illegal' prayer meeting
Two Azerbaijani church leaders have been fined fined 1,500 Azerbaijani Manats ($850) each for holding an 'illegal' prayer meeting.
'We Are in a Lot of Pain.' Egypt in Mourning after Deadly Cairo Church Attack
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi declared a three-day mourning period after terrorists carried out one of the worst attacks in recent history against a Christian Coptic church in Cairo. The death toll rose to 25, with nearly 50 wounded.
Around the World
UN: Syria pro-regime forces executed 82 civilians in Aleppo
Syria's pro-government forces killed at least 82 civilians as they entered the last remaining strongholds of the rebels in eastern Aleppo, the UN human rights office said Tuesday, citing reports.
'Meltdown of humanity' in Aleppo as Assad troops close in
Residents and aid workers trapped in Aleppo are describing desperate conditions and a 'complete meltdown of humanity' as the Syrian army is about to regain full control of the city.
US, Japan and S. Korea pledge firm response to North Korea for nuclear missile tests
Nuclear envoys from the US, South Korea, and Japan agreed on Tuesday to work closely together to impose sanctions against North Korea for its nuclear missile tests.
Is Brexit trigger reversible? Irish court case planned
A crowdfunded legal challenge to determine whether Britain's divorce from the European Union can be reversed once it has been triggered will be submitted to the Irish High Court before Christmas, the lawyer behind the move said on Monday.
Iran to build nuclear marine propulsion after US 'violation' of deal
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani ordered on Tuesday the head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran to start planning the development of nuclear marine propulsion in reaction to what he called the United States' violation of the nuclear deal.
EU, Cuba sign agreement to normalize relations
While the United States insists on maintaining its trade embargo on Cuba, despite starting to normalize relations, the European Union took a much larger leap toward normal interaction on Monday.
Why some of Europe's least religious countries are shaped by politicians' Christian faith
Not much has united Britain, France and Germany in recent months. There is one striking attribute, however, that they share: the influence of religious beliefs on the politics of these nations.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump aide on moving US Embassy to Jerusalem: 'A top priority'
Though he has refrained from making many public statements on the matter since his election, US President-elect Donald Trump's senior aide Kellyanne Conway reiterated his plan to move the US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Netanyahu touts 'longer, stronger' defense arm as F-35s make historic landing
The first two of fifty new F-35 fighter jets purchased by Israel touched down at Nevatim air base on Monday with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu touting Israel's 'longer, stronger' arm of defense as the first US ally to receive Lockheed Martin's most advanced and expensive plane.
Lapid questions PM's Iran deal strategy: 'May be too late'
Leading Israeli opposition politician and Yesh Atid Leader Yair Lapid questioned on Monday Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's goal of dismantling the international community's nuclear deal with Iran.
Israel bombs suspected Islamic State militant hideout in Syria
The Israeli military says it has carried out an air strike in Syria on a building used by Islamic State militants to attack Israeli forces.
Inside the United States
One in six U.S. adults takes a psychiatric drug, study says
One in six U.S. adults takes a psychiatric medication to cope with conditions such as depression, anxiety and insomnia, a new study finds.
Trump to name Exxon Mobil CEO Tillerson as U.S. secretary of state
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he intends to nominate ExxonMobil CEO Rex Tillerson for Secretary of State.
McConnell, Warning of 'Dangerous' Debt, Wants Tax Cut Offsets
President-elect Donald Trump's race to enact the biggest tax cuts since the 1980s went under a caution flag Monday as Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell warned he considers current levels of U.S. debt 'dangerous' and said he wants any tax overhaul to avoid adding to the deficit.
The Cyber Threat: Congress Should Investigate Failed Obama Cyber Policies Along With Russian Hacking
President Obama, under pressure from Congress, has directed U.S. intelligence agencies to conduct a deep-dive inquiry into Russian cyber attacks and their impact on the 2016 presidential election and to provide the results before Inauguration Day.
Top U.S. spy agency has not embraced CIA assessment on Russia hacking - sources
The overseers of the U.S. intelligence community have not embraced a CIA assessment that Russian cyber attacks were aimed at helping Republican President-elect Donald Trump win the 2016 election, three American officials said on Monday.
U.S. preps for 'dangerously' cold temperatures
Another round of unspeakably cold air, courtesy of the Polar Vortex, is ready for an assault on much of the central and eastern U.S. by midweek. It will bring 'dangerously' cold temperatures and howling winds to millions of Americans.
Christian News
$16 Billion Given to Evangelical Ministries in 2015, Nearly 10% Increase From 2014: Study
Donations to evangelical Christian organizations in the United States continue to increase, according to the latest numbers provided by a national financial standards association representing evangelical groups that qualify for tax-exempt, nonprofit status and receive tax-deductible contributions.
Iran: church retreat centre confiscated for 'being funded by CIA'
The Iranian government has assumed control of a church-owned retreat centre, accusing the church of being funded by the US government and the CIA.
Azerbaijani Christians fined over 'illegal' prayer meeting
Two Azerbaijani church leaders have been fined fined 1,500 Azerbaijani Manats ($850) each for holding an 'illegal' prayer meeting.
'We Are in a Lot of Pain.' Egypt in Mourning after Deadly Cairo Church Attack
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi declared a three-day mourning period after terrorists carried out one of the worst attacks in recent history against a Christian Coptic church in Cairo. The death toll rose to 25, with nearly 50 wounded.