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ACLU launches new campaign against Catholic hospitals in bid to cut federal funding
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is accusing Catholic hospitals in the U.S. of denying women of reproductive health care services due to religious beliefs.
Falwell's 'end those Muslims' remark draws backlash as schools urged to stop holding sports events at Liberty U
A school board in Virginia has urged the state's association of schools to stop holding events at Liberty University following president Jerry Falwell Jr.'s remarks last December about killing Muslims with guns.
Beijing blasts Pentagon report on Chinese military as damaging trust
The US believes China will add substantial military infrastructure to artificial islands in the South China Sea.
'Historic win for American people': Judge rules Obamacare funding unconstitutional
A U.S. federal judge has ruled in favour of the House of Representatives' lawsuit challenging subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare.
Singers, actors, riders to honour Queen Elizabeth in birthday pageant
The event will feature some of the leading stars of show business and almost 1,000 horses.
U.S. Congress urged to impeach President Obama over pro-transgender bathroom use policy
Conservative leaders have expressed outrage over U.S. President Barack Obama's directive to all public schools to allow transgender students to use restrooms and locker room consistent with their gender identity.
Venezuela opposition slams 'desperate' Maduro state of emergency
Maduro declared a 60-day state of emergency due to what he called plots from Venezuela and the United States.
Ukraine's Jamala takes home Eurovision crown with song about war
In a show known down the years for its playfulness and camp, 32-year-old Jamala struck a sombre tone.
Rick Warren says true friends interested in other people's lives, show up physically and not just in spirit
Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback Church says it is not easy maintaining friendships, because people have to be purposeful and intentional about keeping their circle of friends.
Joyce Meyer: 'When we worry, we are not walking in faith and trusting God'
Popular Christian speaker and author Joyce Meyer says there are times when it's easy for her to hear God speak and listen to Him without any difficulty. On the other hand, there are times when worry and anxiety plague her and she finds it difficult to focus on God.
Natalie Grant's 9-year-old daughter writes heartfelt worship song 'Cares' after surviving asthma attack
Christian artist Natalie Grant is one proud mother. Her 9-year-old daughter Gracie was rushed to the hospital earlier this February after her lung collapsed and she stopped breathing. But instead of being beaten down by fear because of her asthma attack, little Gracie channeled her emotions into a song.
Man with facial tumour the size of 2 heads says he longed for death before Christian charity gave free life-changing treatment
In a life defined by hopelessness and misery, one man eventually found salvation that can only happen with God's blessings and mercy.
Virgin Mary statue in California shedding 'miraculous tears,' witnesses claim
"It appears miraculous." Priests and other witnesses reportedly made this initial remark after seeing what some believers say is a weeping statue of the Virgin Mary at a residence in Fresno, California.
Do I have to give to be blessed?
A lot of today's teachings on finance tell us that blessing come primarily from our obedience. While the thought means well, we are not so much blessed because of our own good works but by the finished work of Jesus Christ.
Keeping the Sabbath holy: How we can rest in a way that honours God
Exodus 20:8 tells us, "Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy." It sounds simple enough, but take a look through the long list of things to do and not to do on a Sabbath day in the Mosaic Law and it may not be as simple as we think! There are rituals, food laws, a long list of prohibitions and so on.
Are calamities really God's fault?
If you've ever gotten an insurance policy that protects your property -- a car, house or commercial space --there's an option one can take to cover your assets from "acts of God." What this refers to are calamities and weather phenomena such as tornadoes, storms, earthquakes, floods and more.