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Eid festival prompts 72 hour truce in Syria

The Syrian army said it would observe a 72-hour "regime of silence" to mark the Islamic festival of Eid al-Fitr.

Second round of Tory voting on next PM amid claims of plot to boost Gove

Conservative MPs are voting today on who will succeed David Cameron as supporters of Michael Gove are accused of plotting

4 things to remember when you're finding it difficult to get God's grace

We're so accustomed to getting what we deserve. From good grades (and bad ones) to promotions, so much of what we do is about receiving something in return for the effort or investment we put in.

Syrian refugees to move in to Lambeth Palace next month

Justin Welby pledged last September to personally take in refugees from Syria, with the gesture following a similar move by the Pope.

6 Bible verses to motivate you to welcome all sorts of people, like what Jesus did

Sometimes all it takes for us to extend a warm reception is a few seconds of our time to ask someone who's serving us about their day or a few minutes to listen to a friend who needs to let off some steam. If you're trying to be more welcoming to the people you surround yourself with and those you come across, here are six Bible verses to encourage you.

Loving your enemies: How to pray for those who wish you harm

You may be thinking, "I don't have any ill feeling towards anyone, why do I need to pray for my enemies? I don't have any." If you do, you won't get off that easy.

Olympic refugees' team set to make history in Rio: These athletes don't have a country, but they have a voice

For the first time since the first Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece, in 8th century B.C., a team comprising refugees of various nationalities will be competing in the Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil next month.

Iran ready for 'annihilation' of Israel: 'More than 100,000 missiles' ready to strike at the heart of Jewish nation

Iranian leaders have declared that Iran now possesses the capability to destroy Israel, with a top military commander saying they have "more than 100,000 missiles" ready to strike at the heart of the Jewish nation, CBN News reports.

Tim Tebow gets blasted for showing Christian compassion when he prayed for dying man on plane

Christian athlete and former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow has earned praises following reports that he prayed for a man when the latter suffered a major heart attack on board a Delta flight late last month. But not everyone is happy with what he did.

'Duck Dynasty' family puts 'God first, family second'

To celebrate the fourth of July, the members of the Duck Dynasty Commander Store threw a big party at the Duck Commander in West Monroe with the theme "Faith, Family and Fireworks," replete with a barbeque cook-out, eating contests, and bingo games.

Kevin Sorbo thinks Jesus would vote for Donald Trump because he is the 'lesser of two evils'

American actor Kevin Sorbo, best known for his titular role in the TV series "Hercules: The Legendary Journeys," thinks that Jesus Christ would prefer Republican nominee Donald Trump to win this year's presidential race as opposed to Democratic hopeful Hillary Clinton.

Sadie Robertson reveals some of her physical insecurities, shares how she finds beauty in God\'s creations