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First in U.S.: South Dakota Senate OKs bill banning transgenders from using restrooms of their gender identity
The South Dakota Senate passed a bill Tuesday that would prohibit transgender students from using restrooms of the gender identity.
What's the secret to Icelanders' long lives? Top neurologist says it's all in the genes
What's the secret to the longevity of the people from Iceland? Neurologist Kari Stefansson, founder of DeCode Genetics, thinks the staying power of Icelanders has something to do with their genetic makeup.
At Mexico-US border, Pope condemns suffering of migrants
Pope Francis on Wednesday railed against immigration policies that force many underground and into the hands of drug gangs and human smugglers, praying at Mexico's border with the United States.
Nike drops Manny Pacquiao after his 'abhorrent' comments on gays being 'worse than animals'
Filipino boxing champ Manny Pacquiao made the LGBT community really upset when he said that people who are in gay relationships are "worse than animals." The comment might have cost Pacquiao more than just his fans, however, since sports giant Nike has decided to drop the boxer as one of its endorsers.
10 Bible verses to remind you how precious you are
We've all experienced times in our lives when we've felt unloved, low or as though we didn't really matter. Whatever the reason, whether it's because we feel lonely, far from God or distant from our family and friends, we can draw comfort from the Bible by reminding ourselves of the value of our lives. Here are 10 verses which illustrate just how precious our lives are.
7 misconceptions about Christians that most people have
Last week Donald Trump tweeted the following: "How can Ted Cruz be an Evangelical Christian when he lies so much and is dishonest". You might not take Trump seriously and already understand that the practice of politicians using faith to score points is nothing new, but his comment does lead us to think about some of the common mistakes people make when they think about Christians.
'Unprecedented': New treatment using modified cells cures cancer patients, even those in advanced stage
A team of doctors conducting clinical trials in the United States announced this week that they have made significant progress in coming up with a treatment that teaches the human body how to combat cancer cells.
Christians warned of danger in Obama's replacement of 'freedom of religion' with 'freedom of worship'
The father of GOP presidential candidate Sen. Ted Cruz has warned American Christians about "freedom of worship," which has been espoused by the Obama administration.
Fewer Americans think U.S. is still world's superpower, Gallup survey shows
Less than half of the American populace believe that the United States is still the number one military power in the world, according to the results of a Gallup survey released this month.
Iran dismisses Saudi plan to send troops to Syria to fight ISIS, calling it 'political bluff'
The Islamic Republic has played down plans of the Saudi government to send Special Forces soldiers to take part in ground operations in Syria as part of the U.S-led coalition, saying it is "a bluff and a psychological war."
Young Nigerian suicide bomber gets cold feet, tears off vest to avoid killing people
A young Nigerian girl, packed with explosives around her body and sent on a mission to bomb a refugee camp, tore off her vest and ran away from her handlers to avoid taking part in the attacks, Nigerian officials said.
Joey and Rory Feek lose Grammy for Best Country Duo to Little Big Town
Country singing duo Joey and Rory Feek, who is currently battling terminal cancer, has been nominated for a Grammy award for the Best Country Duo/Group Performance this year for their song "If I Needed You," but the award eventually went to Little Big Town.
Why Christian women should stop idolising Hollywood star Jennifer Lawrence
A lot of young women look up to "The Hunger Games" star Jennifer Lawrence, but Christian author of "Faith and Fitness" Diana Anderson-Tyler says that it's about time they look for someone else to idolise since Lawrence is notorious for her anti-Biblical remarks.
Peyton Manning explains why he's not showy about his Christian faith on the football field
When it comes to his priorities, NFL quarterback Peyton Manning lists these four things in order: Faith, family, education, then football.
How organ and blood donation can be viewed as a Christian duty
As Christians we know that giving is a central component of the way we live our lives in accordance with Christ's example. But although we're accustomed to giving money during the offering, to charitable causes and making material donations to those in need, one aspect that we might not have considered is the donation of our blood and organs.
Joyce Meyer answers specific life questions as part of her ministries' newly relaunched programme
Joyce Meyer Ministries has just relaunched its weekly program on Valentine's Day and it even comes with a new name - "Everyday Answers with Joyce Meyer."