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Meriam Ibrahim's Muslim Family Drops Lawsuit in Sudan, May Allow Her to Return Home
Meriam Ibrahim's Islamic relatives have dropped the lawsuit against her, which may pave the way for Ibrahim and her family to return to the United States.
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'Six Californias' Bill May Hit Ballot, Californians Divided in Campaign to Split Golden State
A campaign to turn California into six distinct states has collected 1.3 million signatures, more than enough to put it on the 2016 ballot if they are all valid. According to recent polls, Californians remain evenly divided on the issue.
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Nordstrom Features Models with Disabilities in Heartwarming July Catalog to Serve 'Diverse Customers'
The popular clothing company Nordstrom features disabled models in its July 2014 issue, a move which they hope will pave the way for more retail companies to advertise to physically disabled consumers.
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Funeral Held for Slain Texas Stay Family, Mourners Sustained 'by Faith'
A funeral was held Wednesday for the Stay family, who were slain by a former family member. Mourners credit their faith for upholding them during this time, acknowledging that the Stays are now rejoicing in Heaven.
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Family of Jailed Chinese Pastor Zhang Shaoije Escapes to United States
The family of prominent Chinese pastor Zhang Shaoije has escaped to the United States following Zhang's arrest by the communist government for "gathering crowds to disturb public order."
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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.
