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Britain Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage After Queen Gives Royal Approval
Britain on Wednesday legalized same-sex marriages in England and Wales after Queen Elizabeth II gave final approval, bestowing her royal assent as is common to all new laws.

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Zimmerman Verdict: Black Churches Honor Trayvon Martin with 'Hoodie Sunday'
George Zimmerman was acquitted of all charges in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin July 13; the verdict sparked emotional discussions about race and equal justice in the United States.

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George Zimmerman Trial Live Stream: Watch Online Closing Argument Underway, Jury May Consider Manslaughter Charge
The George Zimmerman murder trial, live streaming online now, is beginning to come to an end as final arguments will be presented to the judge and jury today.
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Amanda Berry, Gina DeJesus, Michelle Knight Say 'Thank You' to Public (YouTube Video)
Amanda Berry, 27; Gina DeJesus, 23; and Michelle Knight, 32, speak separately in a three-minute, 30-second video released on YouTube.

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Joel Osteen Offers Perspective on Nik Wallenda's Walk of Faith on Piers Morgan Live
Tightrope walker Nik Wallenda walked a quarter mile Sunday night without a safety net or harness, 1,500 feet above the Little Colorado River Gorge. The 22-minute walk on a 2-inch cable was watched by more than 13 million people

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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.

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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.

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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.

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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.

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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
