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'Dolphin Tale 2' Tells Inspiring Story Of Perseverance, Cameos 'Soul Surfer's Bethany Hamilton
The amazing dolphin Winter is back and just as inspiring as ever in "Dolphin Tale 2" slated for September release. The film brings back the entire cast of "Dolphin Tale" as well as new additions including a baby dolphin named Hope and "Soul Surfer" Bethany Hamilton.

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9 Mars Hill Leaders Ask Mark Driscoll To Step Down 'From All Aspects of Ministry'
9 Mars Hill letters have sent a lengthy letter to controversial Mars Hill leader Mark Driscoll addressing his questionable leadership style and the multiple accusations currently swirling around him.

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UK Raises Terror Threat Level to 'Severe' Due to ISIS Violence, Influence
The UK government raised its terror threat level Friday from "substantial" to "severe," the fourth highest of five levels, in response to the violent events in Iraq and Syria at the hands of ISIS.

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NATO: Russia Responsible For Violence In Ukraine, Refuses to Respect Sovereignty
NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen on Friday condemned what he called a "serious escalation of Russian aggression" in Ukraine and said Russia continues to carry out illegal military operations there.

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California's 'Yes Means Yes' Bill Enacted in Response to Campus Sexual Assault 'Epidemic'
State lawmakers on Thursday passed a bill that would make California the first state to define when "yes means yes" while investigating sexual assault cases on campus.

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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.
