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Obama Admits to 'Underestimating' ISIS Threat and 'Overestimating' Military Ability To Defeat Them
In a recent interview with CBS, President Obama admitted that his administration underestimated the power of the terrorist group ISIS--and overestimated the Iraqi army's ability and will to defeat them.

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'19 Kids and Counting's Jill and Jessa Duggar Reveal Dating Rules in Duggar Household
Jill Dillard and Jessa Duggar of the hit TLC show "19 Kids and Counting" recently revealed the dating rules imposed by their parents, Jim Bob and Michelle.

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Mark Driscoll's Integrity Questioned By 21 Elders, Supporters Urge Christians to 'Set Aside Judgement and Pray'
Mars Hill pastor Mark Driscoll continues to receive criticism for hiring a marketing company and using church money to artificially boost sales of his book and land it on the bestseller list. Meanwhile, supporters of Driscoll encourage Christians to set aside all judgement and instead pray for the pastor and his ministry.

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'Third Way' Church with Pro-Gay Views Ousted by Southern Baptist Convention
The Southern Baptist Convention recently cut ties with New Heart Community Church in California after pastor Danny Cortez announced that he no longer believes in a traditional definition of marriage.

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Brave Syrian Woman Wears Hidden Camera, Reveals Horrific Reality of Living in Cities Overtaken by ISIS
A brave Syrian woman wore a camera hidden in her burka to reveal the horrors of living in a town controlled by ISIS militants

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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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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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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.
