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Campaigners seek Nobel nomination for Charleston AME church
A campaign has been mounted for the Charleston Church where nine black worshipers were killed by a racist to be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for its peaceful response to the act of violence, according to Chicago Sun Times.
Louis Farrakhan: 'I represent the messiah that has come to end this civilisation'
Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan is claiming to be "the messiah that has come to end this civilization," and he is also criticizing the control the white and Jewish community has on Hollywood, and America in general.
Squatter hid in church attic for three years
A man had been living in the attic of a church for three years, before being found by an airconditioning repairman on Tuesday.
Mother of Saudi man facing beheading and crucifixion appeals to Obama
In her first interview with international media, the mother of a man sentenced to a brutal death in Saudi Arabia has urged President Obama to call for her son's release.
Televangelist Jack Van Impe warns against 'Chrislam' after his miraculous recovery
Televangelist Jack Van Impe, 84 better known as "The Walking Bible" almost died in his hospital bed back in April, but six months later, he made a miraculous recovery and he is now sharing his near-death experience with the world and warning people against the rise of "Chrislam."
Polygamy a more serious problem than marriage after divorce warns African cardinal
Cardinal admits that in Europe, divorce and remarriage is a real concern but in Africa, polygamy is a much more pressing problem.
Rabbi Sacks: 'Why did God invent atheists? To stop religious leaders from getting big-headed'
Non-believers should challenge us to think about our faith more deeply, the UK's former chief rabbi has said, noting that he enjoys a great relationship with staunch atheists like Richard Dawkins.
US missionary Roberta Edwards killed in Haiti ambush; kid under her care abducted
An American missionary was killed by gunmen while serving in Haiti, and the young child under her care has also been kidnapped.
Catholic divide deepens as traditionalists call for Synod walkout
The Catholic Church moved closer to a split over homosexuality and marriage after divorce today after traditionalists called for a walk out by "faithful" bishops at the Synod on the Family in Rome.
Lesbian couple show 'true colours' in new attack on Christian county clerk Kim Davis
The founder of a law firm representing defiant Rowan County Clerk Kim Davis accused a same-sex couple who filed a suit against her for forcing their beliefs on her.
Ben Carson, using 'slipstream strategy,' now just 1 point behind Donald Trump in Republican race
The poll showed Carson with a 23-percent rating, just one percentage point behind Trump's 24 percent.
Male, female sailors to have same uniforms as US Navy adopts 'gender-blind' policy
The US Navy has introduced unisex uniforms that will be implemented starting next year, according to a new policy ordered by Navy Sec. Ray Mabus.
Thousands visit remains of youngest Catholic saint in Chicago
The skeleton of Maria Goretti, who was stabbed to death during an attempted rape in 1902, was encased in a wax statue lying inside a clear glass coffin.
Billy Graham urges Christians to show love, kindness, understanding even to atheists
Even if Christians and atheists hold opposing religious beliefs, legendary American evangelist Billy Graham believes that Christians should still show them love, kindness, and understanding.
Peace in Myanmar edges closer as eight armed groups sign ceasefire deal
Myanmar's government and eight armed ethnic groups have signed a ceasefire agreement.
Syrian rebels battle Islamic State as Russia-backed regime prepares assault on them all
Islamic State militants battled rival insurgent groups on Wednesday north of Aleppo.