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Russian Government Denies Claims of Hacking into the White House’s Network
An American media report claimed on Wednesday that hackers tied to Russia’s government successfully hacked into the computer network used by the White House. The Russians have denied the accusations.

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California’s Drought Could Have a Nationwide Impact in Consumers’ Wallets
California is currently undergoing a historic drought, which is why the state is forcing its residents to conserve water through drastic measures. However, the rest of the United States could soon feel the impact of the drought too.

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CBS Covers Story on Man’s Legacy of Erecting Crosses All over the U.S.
Bernard Coffindaffer, a man who used to work in the oil and coal industry, erected many crosses on private lands across the United States until he died back in 1993. Now his legacy has been passed on to a nonprofit group to carry out his mission.

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CBS Features Story on Popularity of ‘In Christ Alone’ and Reviving Lost Art of Writing Hymns
For anyone who has recently visited a church anywhere in the United States, especially over Easter, chances are that some songs and hymns are played more than others. One of them is the hymn “In Christ Alone.”

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Center for American Progress: How the U.S. Can Help Middle East Christians
Christians and other minorities in the Middle East have faced persecution for centuries in the region. However, the latest round of persecution has left some Americans wondering how their country can help those people.

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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.
