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Former Charlie Hebdo Editor Pens Heartbreaking Satire in Light of Slain Colleagues in Paris Attacks
Former editors from both Charlie Hebdo and The Onion argued that despite the aftermath of the Paris attacks, satire plays an integral role in free societies and must be defended at all costs.

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Andrae Crouch Tribute: Father of Modern Gospel Music Remembered by Celebrities, Christians
Legendary gospel music singer Andrae Crouch died Thursday in hospital from complications related to a heart attack he suffered last week. Christians and celebrities have expressed tributes and condolences to the performer, songwriter and choir director.

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Golden Globe Awards 2015 Live Stream Free (NBC): Watch Online Pre-Show, Red Carpet and Awards Ceremony
The 72nd Annual Golden Globes will take place on Jan. 11 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., and air in more than 190 countries, highlighting the best in both films and TV shows. Viewers can watch the awards ceremony online via NBC live stream free below.

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Charlie Hebdo, Cartoonists and Others React to Paris Shooting With Defiance, Resilience
The French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, along with cartoonists and others around the world, have taken a stand to continue in the name of press freedom, despite an attack that left 12 people dead at its Paris headquarters.

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Gospel Music Legend Andrae Crouch Dead at 72: Biography, Greatest Song Hits, and Christian Testimony
Legendary gospel performer, songwriter and choir director Andrae Crouch has died at the age of 72 at a Los Angeles hospital. His publicist said that he suffered from a heart attack.
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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.
