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US gov't unleashes drones to neutralise 'high-value' ISIS terror targets in Syria
The United States government is stepping up its campaign against Islamic State militants, having recently launched a covert drone campaign to hunt down terrorism suspects in Syria.
Russia promises retaliation for US sanctions over Ukraine
Moscow said US actions strained relationships and risked international stability.
China parades military strength but pledges 300,000 troops cut
China's growing military assertiveness has rattled the region and drawn international criticism.
Europe under pressure: Refugees shut Eurostar, dead wash up on Turkish beach
Hundreds of thousands of refugees and economic migrants have arrived in the European Union.
Manny Pacquiao shares words of wisdom on fatherhood: 'Son follows his example'
Filipino boxing champ Manny Pacquiao really wants to set a good example to his children, and he has been very careful with raising them to become truthful, loving, and God-fearing individuals.
Derick and Jill Dillard enjoying their Spanish classes in Central America
"Verbs! Verbs! ...and more verbs!" This was how Jill Dillard from the former Christian reality show "19 Kids and Counting" described the Spanish lessons she has been taking with her husband Derick now that they are undertaking a new ministry in Central America.
Josh Duggar 'blasphemed the name of God,' says Jessa's father-in-law Michael Seewald
Ben Seewald might have kept mum when news surfaced that his brother-in-law Josh Duggar first molested five underage girls, including Ben's wife Jessa when he was just a teenager, then maintained his silence when it came to light that Josh had two paid accounts on the cheating website Ashley Madison, but his father Michael isn't going to let the scandal pass by without getting his opinions across.
Faith-based film 'War Room' takes box office by storm with $11-M weekend take
It only cost $3 million to create the prayer drama "War Room," but already the faith-based film directed by Alex and Stephen Kendrick is reaping rewards for its compelling storyline and talented cast.
Where is Josh Duggar? Disgraced reality star not seen at Christian rehab facility
Has Josh Duggar really checked into a good rehab facility? And is he really there in the first place?
Despite intense stress, few pastors quit ministry
Fewer pastors give up on their ministry than might be expected, leading Christian research company has found.
Pope Francis seen favourably by most Americans ahead of US visit, survey says
Most Americans see Pope Francis in a positive light, a survey conducted ahead of the Roman Catholic Church leader's visit to three American states later this month.
Former ICC chief prosecutor pushes for Yazidi genocide case
The former chief prosecutor for the International Criminal Court (ICC) is pushing for a case to be opened into the "ongoing genocide" against Iraq's Yazidi community at the hands of Islamic State militants.
Nigeria: Suspected Boko Haram attack kills at least 24
Suspected Boko Haram gunmen on horseback killed at least 24 people in two separate attacks on villages in northeast Nigeria, military and vigilante sources said on Wednesday.
Seventh woman bishop appointed in the Church of England
Christine Hardman, 64, has today been announced as the next Bishop of Newcastle, making her the seventh woman to take up the position of bishop since legislation was passed last year.
Kentucky clerk could face jail for refusing same-sex marriage licences
A 49-year-old county clerk in Kentucky could face jail for refusing to issue marriage licences to same-sex couples because of her Christian beliefs.
North Carolina pastor accidentally kills self while cleaning gun on eve of his birthday
A community in Charlotte, North Carolina is mourning the death of a pastor, who died when a gun he was cleaning accidentally discharged.