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Selena Gomez Defends '13 Reasons Why'- "We Stayed True to the Book"
Selena Gomez is defending “13 Reasons Why” amid the controversy surrounding the teen drama, responding to critics who say that the Netflix show glamorizes teen suicide. The former Disney star worked as executive producer of the series that was based on the novel by Jay Asher.

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'Game of Thrones' Season 7 Cast, Release Date: Emilia Clarke, Kit Harington Sign "Monster Deals" Worth $2.5 Million Per Episode
“Game of Thrones” season 7 cast members Emilia Clarke and Kit Harington, among others, are set to reap the benefits of signing “monster deals” with HBO. The actors are expected to be paid with $2.5 million for every episode of “Game of Thrones” season 7 and 8.

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'Supernatural' Season 12 Live Stream: Jensen Ackles Shares Photo from Season Finale; Show Set to Stream on Netflix
Jensen Ackles, who takes on the role of Dean Winchester on the hit series “Supernatural,” took to social media to share an update for fans. Sharing the photo on Instagram, the actor dropped hints about the upcoming “Supernatural” season 12 finale that is set to air on May 18 on The CW.

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'Counting On' Season 4 Cast and Updates: Jill Duggar, Derick Dillard Come Under Fire for Parenting Methods
Jill Duggar-Dillard and husband, Derick Dillard, have come under fire once for their parenting methods. The “Counting On” stars are currently faced with negative comments from critics who believe that the Dillard couple is using the wrong methods to raise their child, Israel.

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'13 Reasons Why': Viewers Are Asking Selena Gomez to Remove Series from Netflix- The Trouble with Glamorizing Teen Suicide
School across the U.S. are issuing cautionary messages to parents about the latest original series on Netflix, “13 Reasons Why,” due to concerns that the teen drama series is glamorizing suicide among young individuals.

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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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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.

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Through education and healthcare: ACTS bears witness to the Gospel in West Africa
Silicon Valley’s River of Life Christian Church, based in California, founded Africa Career Training School (ACTS ), which has built schools and clinics in Togo, Benin and other West African nations.
