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Security Company Offers Free GPS Tracking to Stop baby Jesus Theft from Church Nativity Scenes
Nativity scene thefts are on the rise year after year, but a security firm aims to provide a high-tech solution for target churches at no cost.

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U.S. State Department Uses 'Daesh' to Label ISIS Now After Perceived Unfair Association With Islam
In an attempt to avoid linking the terrorist group ISIS to Islam, U.S. state officials have started using the word "Daesh" instead.

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Pakistan Fights Back Against Taliban Forces That Killed 130 Children in Peshwar School Massacre
Pakinstani Army officials report today that a retaliation against Taliban forces on the border of Afganistan was successful following a school attack earlier this week by the terrorist group.

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Android L 5.0.1 Update for Nexus 5: OTA Download Available for Sprint and T-Mobile customers
Google's Nexus 5 smartphone has just been announced to have updated to the latest Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update, making it the last of the Nexus devices to receive the patch.

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iOS 8.2 Update Third Beta Test Released to Prepare Launch of Apple Watch
The third beta test for Apple's iOS 8.2 has been seeded to developers today, meaning we're one step closer to a retail release for the newest version of the popular mobile operating system next year just in time for the Apple Watch.

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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.
