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British Woman Who Went to Raqqa With Son Intending to Embrace ISIS Sent to Jail For Six Years
The British woman who took her young son with her to the iSIS stronghold and escaped after changing her mind is now jailed. She is going to serve a sentence of six years.

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Macbook Pro 2016 13 Inch, 15 Inch Laptop Features Update, Rumors: Apple Looking To Rival Microsoft with Touchscreen Feature?
Everyone is already waiting for news on Macbook Pro 2016. While there are no confirmed reports of Macbook Pro being upgraded this year, there are already reports of what the upgrades it should have to rival the newer and more cutting-edge laptop models out there.

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Carpet Bombing ISIS Not American Way, U.S. Military Commander Says
Some Republican presidential candidates suggested that ISIS would be defeated quickly if they are carpet bombed. A military commander who has actual experience in the field combatting the terrorist group says that is unwise.

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'Transformers 5' Release Date, Cast and News: Filming Starts in May, Plot Following Cartoons More Closely
Those waiting for more concrete news of "Transfomers 5" can now rejoice. A new report reveals that the fifth installment of the motion picture franchise already landed a May 2016 filming start date.

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'19 Kids and Counting' Rumors: Duggar Family Has a Gay Family Member
The Duggar family, known for the conservative family values that they have been espousing, is said to have a closeted gay family member. The Duggars are said to know about this but refuse to acknowledge it.

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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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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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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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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.
