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Chinese New Year 2014: Smong, Record Travel Will Be Major Players in Lunar New Year Celebration
The Lunar New Year begins Friday. The 15-day celebration - ending on Valentine's Day - will usher in the Year of the Horse.
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Billy Graham's Internet Evangelism Ministry Saved 4 Million People Since 2011
Reports released Tuesday show that in 2013, record numbers of people made a commitment to follow Jesus thanks to Billy Graham's online evangelism ministry.
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Hanover College Student Files Complaint After Rape; Christian College Accused of Telling Victim to Stop Harassing Rapist
A student at the Presbyterian-affiliated Hanover College in Hanover, Ind., is accusing the school of retaliating against her for reporting another student for rape.
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Al-Qaida Leader Urges Against Anti-Christian Violence on Eve of Mohamed Morsi's Trial
Earlier today, ousted Egyptian president Mohamed Morsi appeared in a Cairo court to face criminal charges stemming from a prison break in 2011 - just days after al-Qaida's leader asked Egyptian Muslims to not punish Christians for their role in Morsi's removal.
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After Thaw, Religious Persecution in Cuba on the Rise Again
On Saturday, a Baptist pastor became the latest victim in what activists are calling increased religious persecution in Cuba. According to statements from Christian Solidarity Worldwide, political officers arrested the Rev. Mario Felix Lleonart Barroso as he approached his home in the city of Taguayabon. After being detained for an entire day, Barroso was returned home and placed under house arrest.
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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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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.
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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.
