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Prominent Yale Professor Argues That Jews Should Care about Future of Christianity in Europe
Prominent computer scientist and Yale University professor David Gelernter wrote a column stating the case on why the Jewish people should care about the fate of Christianity in Europe.

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U.S. Troops and Their Families Reconsider Online Presence After ISIS Makes Threats, Publish Personal Information
The terror group known as ISIS published information on U.S. military members and their families and made online threats at them. Although it’s not the first time military families have faced such threats, the latest one from a group sympathetic to ISIS has many reconsidering their online presence, especially in social media.

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Chinese Pastor Sentenced to One Year in Prison after Raising Questions about Cross Removals
A Christian pastor questioned authorities in eastern China on why churches were being forced to remove crosses from their rooftops. Now his lawyer said that the government has sentenced him to one year in prison for raising that issue.

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Cleveland Cavaliers Trade Rumors: Kevin Love and LeBron James Lack Close Friendship, Fueling Speculation Of Free Agency
The Cleveland Cavaliers may have LeBron James and Kevin Love on their roster, but both men have yet to form a close friendship off the court. Their lack of chemistry has fueled speculation that Love could leave the team when he potentially becomes a free agent at the end of this season.

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Hindu Zealots Continue Persecution of Christians in India despite PM Modi’s Pledge to Protect Everyone’s Religious Freedoms
Hindu zealots with connections to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have continued their attacks on Christianity in India, leaving many members of the Christian minority feeling besieged.

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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.
