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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.

India: Nuns, priests and children forced onto buses by police during protest against church attacks

Nuns, priests and children were dragged into buses while they protested against church attacks in Delhi

Bishop Libby Lane to launch anti-human trafficking campaign

Bishop Libby Lane is today launching a campaign against human trafficking, her first official engagement since becoming the Church of England's first female bishop.

Nick Vujicic and wife are expecting their second child

It's a joyful time for Christian evangelist Nick Vujicic and his wife Kanae who are expecting their second child

Casting Crowns and Focus on the Family team up for 28 Days to a Thriving Marriage

Christian band Casting Crowns has just teamed up with non-profit organization Focus on the Family to help married couples achieve a happy marriage with a daily devotional entitled "28 Days to a Thriving Marriage."

Jill Duggar thinks Chick-Fil-A is so good it will be in Heaven

19 Kids and Counting star Jill Duggar thinks the food from Chick-fil-A is so good that it will probably be in heaven!

African-Americans and the religious top the list of donors who say they plan to increase their giving in 2015

African Americans top list of potential charity donors despite decline in financial situations