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Curiosity Mars Rover Finds Evidence of a Massive Lake, a Stronger Sign for Life
NASA's Curiosity rover has transmitted data that indicates a lake once filled a huge crater on the landscape of Mars. According to scientists, the latest findings suggest that the red planet may have once been suitable for microbial life.

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Disturbing Senate Report on CIA Torture Techniques Releases to Public
The Senate Intelligence Committee has released an unclassified report that details the CIA's use of “enhanced interrogation techniques,” which some describe as torture, following the 9/11 attacks.

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Hobbit 3 Movie Review: 'The Hobbit: Battle of The Five Armies' Faces Criticism from 'Tolkien Scholars'
The third and final film in The Hobbit series will be released in U.S. theaters on Dec. 17. However, not everyone is happy with the creators splitting its story into three separate films.

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2014 Heisman Trophy Finalists Announced: Ducks' Marcus Mariota, Badgers' Melvin Gordon, And Crimson Tide's Amari Cooper
The finalists for college football’s most prestigious individual award were announced on Monday evening. The winner will be announced at a New York ceremony on Saturday.

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Kate Middleton in NYC: Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Visit United States on Whirlwind Tour
Prince William and Princess Kate Middleton of Great Britain arrived in New York on Sunday as part of their three-day official visit to the United States. The primary purpose of their visit was related to charity work.

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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.
