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Hate Crimes Legislation Stopped by House Conference Committee
The House conference committee decided not to follow the U.S. House recommendation to include a hate crimes legislation as part of the 2005 Defense Authorization Bill.
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California Marriage Definition Constitutional, says Lockyer
CA Attorney General Bill Lockyer submits a brief in a suit challenging the same-sex 'marriage' ban.
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Supreme Court Asked to Hear Challenge on Florida's Homosexual Adoption Ban
''The issue here is what's best for the child, and the governor firmly believes that the best possible situation is to have the child in a family with a loving mother and father''
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Letter Signed by 71 Christian Figures Offers Biblical Viewpoint on Election Issues
Christian figures sign a letter offering shared Christian viewpoints on highly debated issues such as the election of Supreme Court justices, defense of terrorism, abortion, and homosexual marriage.
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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.
