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Powerful 7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Indonesia, No Tsunami Warnings
A power 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia on Saturday. No reports of immediate injuries and no tsunami warnings due to the location of the quake, an official said.
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Jeremy Lin Remains Committed to Raising the Bar in Playoffs Performance
Houston Rockets Jeremy Lin and his teammates are pushing hard to make the sixth spot in the playoffs with a month left in the season.
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Tens of Thousands Baptized Catholics on Easter Sunday in Mainland China
Tens of thousands of Chinese were to be baptized Catholics on Easter Sunday in mainland China, the country with a quarter of the world's population, while just 50 years ago the Communists had ordered the complete purge of any religions and the indoctrination of atheism in its citizens.
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French Gay-Marriage Opponents Claim Revolutionary Label ''French Spring''
Opponents of law legalizing same-sex marriage have staged the France’s largest-ever rallies; while organizers have urged non-violence, some have become combative and even labeled their camp the “French Spring”, referring to the regime-toppling Arab uprisings of recent years.
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Supreme Court DOMA Case: Justices Likely to Overturn Part of Law for ''Infringing on States' Right''
The majority of the Supreme Court justices indicate it may strike down Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) as they said it infringes on the traditional role of the states in defining marriage.
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Is 'The Last Supper' worth watching? Audience and critics weigh in
Faith-based films often receive mixed reactions, and The Last Supper is no exception. The movie attempts to bring a fresh perspective to one of the most iconic moments in Christian history, but does it succeed? Some reviews from critics and audiences provide insight into its strengths and shortcomings.
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‘Duck Dynasty’ family faces health challenges: Phil Robertson’s alzheimer’s battle and Miss Kay’s injury
The Duck Dynasty family is leaning on faith as they navigate serious health struggles affecting both Phil and Miss Kay Robertson. While Phil, the Robertson patriarch, is facing Alzheimer’s disease, his wife, Miss Kay, recently suffered a severe leg injury from a fall.
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Massacres in Syria: Over 1,000 dead, including Christians and Alawites
Syria’s coastal regions have been devastated by a series of massacres, with reports indicating that over 1,000 people—many from Christian and Alawite communities—have been killed in brutal attacks. Entire families have been wiped out, and survivors are fleeing in search of safety as sectarian violence escalates.
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Kim Sae-ron and Wheesung: The tragic irony of Korean society and the principles of happiness
Not long ago, the media was in an uproar over actress Kim Sae-ron’s passing. Just months before, the same people who had relentlessly criticized her for her DUI incident were now expressing sympathy, saying, "The world was too harsh on her." The irony is impossible to ignore.
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Newsboys move forward as a quartet after Michael Tait’s departure
After more than a decade as the lead singer of the Newsboys, Michael Tait has officially parted ways with the band, marking a significant shift in the Christian rock group’s lineup. The remaining members—Jeff Frankenstein, Jody Davis, Duncan Phillips, and Adam Agee—have assured fans that they will continue forward, embracing a new season of music and ministry.
