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UK Christian Charity continues aid despite escalating conflict in Ukraine, calls for aid
Despite the escalation of hostilities in the Ukraine, a UK-based Christian charity continues to provide and support for the refugees, and is asking for more aid from the international community to meet the increasing number of evacuees fleeing from the fighting.

Boko Haram violence could derail Nigerian elections - priest
As Boko Haram surrounds a major city in northeastern Nigeria, a local priest says that the actions of the radical Islamist group could result in the postponement of elections in the country.

ISIS commander 'killed by drone'
A missile-firing drone killed at least six in Afghanistan on Monday including a veteran militant believed to have defected to Islamic State from the Taliban, Afghan officials said.

Atheist billboard campaign in Australia tells people to 'escape' religion
A group of atheists in Australia has commenced an advertising campaign telling people to escape religion.
Former gas attendant, janitor leaves $6 million to local hospital, library
Frugal man leaves his secret millions to local organizations, donates antiques to historical society

Teen with 'devil hands' undergoes plastic surgeryÂ
An African teen is doing well after undergoing surgery to treat crippling conditions in his arms.

Taiwanese family saved after switching seats on TransAsia Flight GE235
Taiwanese family saved after switching seats on TransAsia Flight GE235

'Fresh Off the Boat' sitcom draws criticism
Chef and author Eddie Huang's best-selling book "Fresh Off the Boat" entered homes across the country as a new sitcom on ABC Wednesday night.

Jordan vows revenge on ISIS until they run out of 'fuel or bullets'Â
The nation of Jordan is still reeling from the brutal killing of pilot Lt. Muath al-Kasasbeh in the past week.

Franklin Graham says father Billy Graham has never criticised his outspokennessÂ
Franklin said his father also has a history of speaking out against issues he disagrees with, and has been particularly vocal about gay marriage.

ISIS cracks down on unauthorised tweets
Middle Eastern terrorist organisation the Islamic State (IS) is apparently concerned about the large number of Twitter accounts purporting to represent the caliphate.

Imprisoned Chinese underground bishop dies at 94
Bishop Cosmas Shi Enxiang spent more than half his life in jail.

Rapper Bun B teaching 'Religion and Hip-Hop' at Texas university
Hip-hop artist Bun B will take his "Religion and Hip Hop" college course online next month, due to popular demand.

Pope Francis says spanking is OK if done 'with dignity'
Pope Francis spoke in favor of corporal punishment last week in a speech focusing on fatherhood.

Singapore pastor's trial: Kong Hee is victim of cultural differences, not fraud, say supporters
A megachurch pastor is accused of using church funds for his wife's music career did nothing wrong, supporters argue.

Pope Francis hosts Google Hangout with kids
Pope Francis increased his accessibility this week by hosting a Google Hangouts session with disabled children this week.