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ACLU, Parents Sue Louisiana Public School for Teaching about Jesus
The parents of a Louisiana student are suing a public school board for allegedly allowing teachers to promote Christianity in the classroom. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of Scott and Sharon Lane by the American Civil Liberties Union and its Louisiana chapter, claims a sixth-grader, C.C., was forced to learn Christian doctrine in his science class and was harassed by the teacher for being Buddhist.
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Philippines and Muslim Rebels Reach Historic Peace Agreement
On Saturday, after more than a year of negotiations, the Philippine government reached a peace agreement with the country's largest Muslim insurgency group. If successful, the agreement will be a significant step toward ending more than 100 years of violence between Muslims and the largely Christian government.
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Texas Christian Advocates Call Brain-Dead Pregnant Woman Marlise Munoz Decision an Abortion
Erick Muñoz has won his battle to have his pregnant wife taken off life support. Marlise Muñoz, 33, who is 23 weeks pregnant and brain dead, was removed from respirators and ventilators on Sunday morning after a two-week legal battle.
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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.
