Landslides in New Zealand Kill Two; More Missing
In this image from a video, rescuers work near the site of a landslide at the base of Mount Maunganui on New Zealand’s North Island, Jan. 22, 2026. Associated Press / TVNZ ...
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German missionary freed from captivity in Mali
A German missionary who was kidnapped in Mali last year has been freed, according to church officials.
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Theology lecturer files suit against Methodist school after being fired for tweet
A theology lecturer has initiated legal proceedings against a Methodist Bible college in England, following his dismissal over a tweet concerning sexuality The case involves issues of free speech and ...
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Christian Group Questions Report Suggesting Decline of Christians in China
The leader of a Christian group is pushing back against a recent Pew Research report suggesting that the number of Christians in China could have declined in recent years amid a crackdown by the Chinese Communist Party.
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Hamas Frees Dozens of Hostages During Cease-Fire
On Sunday, a 4-year-old American citizen was among a third group of hostages released by the terror group Hamas. U.S. President Joe Biden said the little girl spent her latest birthday in captivity tw...
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Israel, Hamas agree to extend truce for two more days, free more hostages and prisoners | Baptist Press
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel and Hamas agreed to extend their cease-fire for two more days past Monday (Nov. 27), the Qatari government said, raising the prospect of a longer halt to their deadliest and most destructive war and further exchanges of militant-held hostages for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
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Christian Watchdog Group Pushes Back against Pew Report Suggesting Decline of Christians in China
The leader of a Christian nonprofit watchdog group is pushing back against a recent Pew Research report suggesting that the number of Christians in China could have declined in recent years amid a ...
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Uganda: 2 Christians Beaten for Calling Muhammad False Prophet
Two Christians in eastern Uganda were hospitalized after hardline Muslims beat them for their presentation at a religious dialogue, one of the victims said
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Dance group in Barbados considers legal action after being disqualified for challenging trans ideology
A dance and theatrical group in Barbados is considering legal action after being disqualified from a competition for a performance affirming biblical teachings on gender
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Hamas delays release of second group of Israeli hostages
Hamas has delayed the release of a second group of Israelis saying Israel must first allow aid trucks into northern Gaza before it will free the hostages as part of an exchange deal involving 50 ...
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UN raises concerns Ukraine is failing to protect rights of churches with Russian ties
The United Nations has raised concerns over Ukraine s handling of religious rights, particularly for churches linked to Russia, detailing restrictions and threats to the safety of religious ...
