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Hamas Refuses to Let 37 Orphaned Children Visit Israel And West Bank on Bridge-Building Trip
Despite the fact that there is still animosity on both sides, Israelis and Palestinians have tried to build bridges that could lead to long-term peace in the region.

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NYPD Commissioner Thinks Police's About-Face to Mayor Bill de Blasio at Funeral Was ‘Inappropriate’
Some New York Police Department officers turned their backs to mayor Bill de Blasio over the weekend as a sign of protest. NYPD Commissioner William Bratton thought it was not the right time to express that gesture.

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North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights Live Stream Free: Watch Online Quick Lane Bowl
The North Carolina Tar Heels will face off against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the Quick Lane Bowl in Detroit on Boxing Day, Dec. 26. While North Carolina's prospects for a win look slim on paper, Rutgers isn't taking any chances.

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North Carolina State Wolfpack vs. UCF Knights Live Stream Free: Watch Online Bitcoin St. Petersburg Bowl
The North Carolina State Wolfpack will take on the UCF Knights at the Bitcoin St. Petersburg Bowl at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fla., on Boxing Day, Dec. 26. The Wolfpack will attempt to stop UCF from getting a fourth bowl win.

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Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Live Stream Free: Watch Online Zaxby's Heart of Dallas Bowl NCAA Football
Zaxby’s Heart of Dallas Bowl will feature a matchup between the Illinois Fighting Illini (6-6) and Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (8-5) at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas on Boxing Day, Dec. 26. It will be a personal one for Houston Bates, who has played on both teams.

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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.
