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Republican Lindsey Graham drops out of 2016 presidential race

Graham struggled to gain traction in a crowded Republican field dominated by front-runner Donald Trump.

Syrian Christian families seeking asylum detained, separated, 'treated like criminals' upon arrival in U.S.

A Syrian Christian and his family fled their home country because of religious persecution only to be detained upon their arrival in the United States.

New York warns employers: Call a transgender woman 'Mr' and you're breaking the law

New guidelines detail the legal protections of transgender and gender-nonconforming New Yorkers.

Motorbike suicide bomber kills six US troops in Afghanistan

Officials said the attack is the deadliest on US forces this year.

Jimmy Carter reveals inexplicable death of a 'very special child'â his grandson

It was a heartbreaking Sunday service for former United States president Jimmy Carter last December 20, since he opened up about the tragic loss of his 28-year-old grandson Jeremy Carter.

Franklin Graham slams censorship of 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' play in Kentucky school just because of one complaint

Reverend Franklin Graham cannot believe that a school district in Kentucky censored the recitation of Linus of the Bible verses Luke 2:8 to 14 in "A Charlie Brown Christmas."

No 'Merry Christmas' in Bethlehem, New York? Fearful town officials told putting up the sign poses no problem

It used to be acceptable to put up signs and greet one another with "Merry Christmas" when December rolls about, but after a dispute concerning the greeting arose in Bethlehem, New York, city officials decided it would be best if they put down the "Merry Christmas" sign that has been put up several years ago.

'Real deal' Santa Claus pays a visit to cancer-stricken country singer Joey Feek, shares message of love

Country singing duo Joey and Rory Feek are trying to maintain a happy disposition this Christmas season despite Joey's frail condition due to cancer. When some of their friends from Arkansas helped by sending a box filled with goodies, they livened up the Feek family Christmas not just because of their thoughtful gifts, but also because of the novel way they delievered it - through Santa Claus.

Prayer is Christians' weapon of choice â just like Jesus â when face to face with evil, says author David Ireland

Even though the world is fraught with bad news, people can still find comfort in God's love and strength. Dr. David D. Ireland, author of the new book called "The Weapon of Prayer: Mastering Your Greatest Defense Against the Enemy" believes that Christians must use their connection to God to battle all the negativity that seems to pervade the world nowadays.

How does a Christian practice true biblical forgiveness? Rick Warren shares 4 steps

A lot of people are confused what forgiveness truly means, says Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback Church. Because of this, they go through all kinds of misconceptions about forgiveness and hold "onto past hurts at an unhealthy level."

Church minister recalls personal encounter with an angel: 'They're here, protecting us, serving us, helping us'

Angels have been described in the Bible including the captivating roles they play in the Christmas story. But still, some people believe angels are just myths and unreal since they don't see winged creatures around them taking off on rescue missions.

Obama defends strategy vs. ISIS, blames GOP bets, media for terror fears gripping American public

Saying more bombs are not the answer, U.S. President Barack Obama made a vigorous defence of his strategy against the Islamic State (ISIS), blaming the opposition Republican Party and the media for contributing to the fear gripping the American public.