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The Vatican says Pope Francis remains in critical condition and blood tests show early kidney failure but he remains alert and “well-oriented.”

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Jonathan Pokluda is on a mission to help people “identify spiritual warfare” and “defeat the enemy.

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Conservative leaders from around the world convened this week in London for the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC) conference, a global movement co-founded by Jordan Peterson. The event sought to draw upon humanity's moral, cultural, and spiritual heritage to chart a hopeful path forward for civilization. 

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Vice President JD Vance faced swift backlash for asserting a Scottish law is banning prayer within private homes near abortion facilities, but the law certainly does raise concerns about individual rights, particularly given its ambiguity.

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It was clear from Vice President JD Vance's speech to NATO allies in  Munich last week that at least politically, Western Europe and the United States under Donald Trump are moving away from each other. 

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Military chaplains aren't only on bases or ships. They serve in some of the world's darkest places, yet they all seek to provide healing, spiritual care to those they serve. 

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Leftist members of Parliament in the U.K. have introduced a formal push to eliminate the centuries-old tradition of daily prayers from the House of Commons.

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While the U.S.-Russia meeting in Saudi Arabia laid the foundation for negotiating a peace deal, Mission Eurasia warns that Russia has specifically targeted Ukrainian pastors and churches, issuing a report called "Faith Under Russian Terror."

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Brazil is witnessing a seismic shift in its religious landscape that's rapidly reshaping the country's spiritual and social fabric. As CBN News discovered, evangelicals are poised to outnumber Catholics as the largest faith group there.

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Pope Francis has developed pneumonia in both lungs, the Vatican said Tuesday, after new tests showed a further complication in the condition of the 88-year-old pontiff.

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In a significant diplomatic move, U.S. and Russian officials have come together for their most extensive face-to-face discussions in years. The high-stakes meeting in Saudi Arabia could have a far-reaching global impact as both countries seek common ground and possibly a path to peace in the wake of the ongoing war in Ukraine.

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A badly injured child is among eight people who were hurt Monday when a Delta Airlines plane flipped upon arrival at Toronto’s Pearson Airport.

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Russian forces continue attacking Ukraine's power grid, causing rolling blackouts for millions of Ukrainians facing bitter winter temperatures.

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President Donald Trump’s approach to ending Russia’s war against Ukraine has left European allies and Ukrainian officials worried they're being largely sidelined by the new U.S. administration as Washington and Moscow plan direct negotiations. 

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A watchdog is sounding the alarm about increasing anti-Christian persecution in India, the world’s most populous nation.

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Singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams, the daughter of famed filmmaker J.J. Abrams, recently revealed she believes pornography is “really dangerous.”

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The suspect in the car-ramming attack in Munich that left more than 30 people injured appears to have had an Islamic extremist motive, but there's no evidence that he was involved with any radical network, authorities said Friday.

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Eleven Nicaraguan pastors and ministry leaders are pursuing legal justice from an international court after being held in prison for months and facing $80 million in fines for holding mass evangelism campaigns spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ. 

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President Trump says he has spoken to the Russian and Ukrainian presidents about ending the war in Ukraine, and ceasefire negotiations will begin soon.

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Marc Fogel, an American teacher who was deemed wrongfully detained by Russia, has been released and returned to the U.S. in what the White House described as a diplomatic thaw that could advance negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. 

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New footage obtained by the nonprofit law firm Alliance Defending Freedom UK (ADF UK) shows an officer employed by a UK police officer demanding a charity volunteer to leave an abortion facility censorship zone or "buffer zone" for silently praying in her head.

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In Britain today, one only needs to watch anti-Israel, pro-Hamas demonstrations to hear where the nation is headed. Most British Jews now believe they no longer have a future here.  

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Three former Muslim women gathered to dive deep into these issues in a powerful Roundtable discussion on a new program by "I Found the Truth." It's a ministry committed to sharing powerful stories of how Jesus is revealing Himself to Muslims worldwide through supernatural encounters like dreams and visions.

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With Christian persecution raging across the globe, a broad coalition of experts will be coalescing in Washington, D.C., from Feb. 4-5 for the International Religious Freedom Summit.

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Oli London has come a long way in his journey to faith after detransitioning and leaving behind a life plagued by confusion.

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Despite its predominantly Muslim population, Tunisia's faith history, including the legacy of ancient Carthage and early Christian martyrs, continues to shape its spiritual identity. 

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"A Child in Berlin" shares the gripping true story of a young girl and her mother during the fall of Nazi Germany. Today at 88 years old, that young girl still recalls it all in vivid detail, including the final days of the war, and surviving on her own in a bombed-out apartment building. 

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A new documentary is shining a light on the growing persecution of evangelical Christians here in Ukraine, a crisis that remains largely unknown in the West. "A Faith Under Siege" takes viewers to the front lines, where pastors and missionaries are providing hope amidst the horrors of war.

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China has a plan to become the world's only leading superpower. Their scheme is complex and expensive, and it's been going on under our noses for decades. CBN News traveled to Brazil and Kenya for a closer look at China's growing global power.

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A new documentary is shining a light on the growing persecution of evangelical Christians here in Ukraine, a crisis that remains largely unknown in the West. "Faith Under Siege" takes viewers to the front lines, where pastors and missionaries are providing hope amidst the horrors of war.

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A man who was detained in Egypt for more than three years due to his Christian faith has been released.

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The Trump administration has been taking significant foreign policy steps aimed at convincing allies and adversaries alike to come to the bargaining table. And the results have been almost immediate with Panama, Mexico, and now Canada all agreeing to take important steps.

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A newly discovered asteroid has a tiny chance of smacking Earth in 2032, space agency officials said Wednesday. 

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Christian leaders met in Texas recently to focus on the global church, the Great Commission, and taking the good news of Jesus Christ to the entire planet. They came to Dallas from dozens of nations and every major denomination to share what the Holy Spirit is saying about sharing the Gospel to the "ends of the earth." 

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The Trump administration took significant foreign policy steps over the weekend aimed at convincing allies and adversaries alike to come to the bargaining table. And the results have been almost immediate with Panama and Mexico the first two countries agreeing to take important steps.

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A profound spiritual transformation is unfolding in the Amazon. Evangelical Christianity is reshaping the region's spiritual fabric, leading to new converts and churches. CBN News traveled to Brazil's northwest Amazon region to witness it firsthand for this exclusive report.

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As the nation continues to mourn the 67 lives lost when an Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with American Airlines Flight 5342 Wednesday night, victims’ personal stories are beginning to be told.

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A persecution watchdog has released a new report that aims to fill a “gap” when it comes to fully reporting on the Christian persecution raging across the globe.

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The original Superbook first hit Japan's airwaves in 1981. Since its debut and success, CBN has televised the updated animated Bible series, reaching a new generation of Japanese children. One of them is 11-yr-old Eisuke Kakinuma.

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After nearly three years of war, Ukraine continues to endure the relentless onslaught of Russian aggression. Missile strikes and fierce battles rage on, particularly in the eastern Donbas region. As the conflict presses on, Ukrainian civilians are forced to flee their homes and communities, while soldiers and international volunteers brace for what lies ahead.

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After nearly three years of war, Ukraine continues to endure the relentless onslaught of Russian aggression. Missile strikes and fierce battles rage on, particularly in the eastern Donbas region. As the conflict presses on, Ukrainian civilians are forced to flee their homes and communities, while soldiers and international volunteers brace for what lies ahead.

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The search persists for innovative best practices and strategies to reach young Americans who are statistically less likely to believe in God and Christianity — yet appear quite open to the Gospel.

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The Panama Canal, one of the world's most important trade routes, has become a hot discussion item thanks to President Donald Trump. Much of that has to do with China's growing influence in the region, and he's making waves about America taking it back.  

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Between the Old and New Testaments, the discipline of fasting is mentioned nearly 70 times, but data suggests it’s not something many Christians prioritize in their lives.

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With a record number of believers struggling with the temptation to watch pornography, author and theologian John Piper is pointing Christians to a verse that should motivate them to resist lust.

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By all accounts, Christian persecution is worsening across the globe. Joel Veldkamp, head of international communications at Christian Solidarity International, is among those who know the full extent of the issue, often observing its evils firsthand.

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By all accounts, Christian persecution is worsening across the globe. Joel Veldkamp, head of international communications at Christian Solidarity International, is among those who know the full extent of the issue, often observing its evils firsthand.

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Sudan is facing a devastating humanitarian crisis, with tens of thousands dead and millions displaced after nearly two years of brutal conflict between military factions. As CBN News discovered, civilians are bearing the brunt of the violence while famine grips much of the country.

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A popular retelling of the Bible in comic book form just hit a major milestone, selling more than three million copies in the United States.

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Wycliffe Bible Translators, a leader in the field of Bible translation for decades, is reporting remarkable progress toward the goal of making the Bible available in every language on Earth.

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Persecution continues to rise across the globe, with a staggering 380 million Christians experiencing persecution and discrimination as a result of their faith, according to a new report from Open Doors US.

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In just a few months Christians will gather for an unprecedented global event called Gather25. 

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A newly proposed U.K. government bill will require homeschool parents to report activities like Sunday school and sports club attendance to the government. One faith-based group is calling the requirement "intrusive and burdensome" and a "bureaucratic over-reach."

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A traveling Christian preacher known for carrying a cross through every nation of the world has died. 

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A granddaughter of world-changing evangelist Billy Graham is opening up about a time God supernaturally answered one of her prayers, recalling the story during a new podcast on the "No Longer Nomads" platform.

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Christian persecution is continuing to “get worse” across the globe, with Jeff King, president of International Christian Concern (ICC), lamenting the escalating “slow burn.”

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A Catholic nun who lived through two World Wars and survived COVID-19 is reportedly now the oldest person in the world — and she’s attributing her longevity to her faith.

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Billionaire Elon Musk says British Prime Minister Starmer should resign for being "complicit in the rape of Britain," for failing to investigate the grooming gangs sufficiently when he was a prosecutor or to launch a full inquiry as Prime Minister. 

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Weeks from Donald Trump's second inauguration, many questions remain about how and when the fighting might end. One group is on a mission to send in reinforcements not to the battlefield, but to the spiritual frontlines.

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A ministry that aims to give people in remote regions of the world the Word of God in their own language will be using satellite internet service owned by SpaceX to put Bibles into their hands faster. 

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The United Kingdom's "Terminally Ill End of Life Bill" now before Parliament would allow mentally competent adults in England and Wales with six months or less left to live the right to end their lives with medical help. 

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Tucked away in a quiet Portland neighborhood is an animation studio that is opening the Bible to millions in a new and fresh way. An idea of some college buddies has become one of the most successful ways for people to understand the Bible. 

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation, telling the media that “internal battles” mean he “cannot be the best option” in the next election.

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More than a dozen Christians were reportedly killed by armed men on Dec. 22 after a Christmas carol service in Nigeria.

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Dec. 25 has come and gone, but the holiday season is still in full swing for many Christians worldwide who celebrate Epiphany, the day believed to commemorate the Magi’s visit to Jesus.

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At first, Janelle Wooford thought she was having indigestion. When her pain got worse, she called 911. Then, moments after the EMTs arrived, Janelle says everything went white, and she experienced the afterlife.

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Is there certifiable and discernible evidence for life after death? That’s the key curiosity at the core of author Lee Strobel’s investigative journey into heaven, hell, and near-death experiences.

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When Gordon Robertson started CBN in the Philippines, he chose the name "CBN Asia" because his vision to spread the gospel went far beyond the Philippines. Now in its 30th year, CBN Asia thrives beyond all the founders hoped or imagined.

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Civil war has ravaged Myanmar for decades. And since a 2021 coup, the UN reports more than 3 million people have been forced from their homes, most of them children.

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South Korean officials say a passenger plane burst into flames after it skidded off a runway at an airport and slammed into a concrete fence. Its front landing gear had apparently failed to deploy. At least 176 people died, making it one of the country’s worst aviation disasters.

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A Messianic Jewish ministry is calling on Christians to step out this holiday season and love their Jewish neighbors.

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Aviation experts say that Russian air defense fire was likely responsible for the Azerbaijani plane crash the day before that killed 38 people and left all 29 survivors injured. Azerbaijan observed a nationwide day of mourning on Thursday for the victims of the crash.

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A remarkable Christian revival is underway in a Russian-controlled part of Moldova, despite Moscow's heavy hand. Very few foreign journalists are allowed in, but CBN News gained rare access to the Transnistria region.

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An Azerbaijani airliner with 67 people onboard has crashed near the Kazakhstani city of Aktau and an official says 38 people were killed and 29 survived. 

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Jesus’ birth story has captivated billions of people for more than two millennia, as the Bible details a loving God’s decision to send His Son to die for the sins of humanity — and live again.

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MAMOUDZOU, Mayotte (AP) — France used ships and military aircraft to rush rescuers and supplies to Mayotte on Monday after the tiny French island territory off Africa was battered by its worst cyclone in nearly a century. Authorities fear hundreds and possibly thousands of people have died.

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"Around 40 percent of young people don't know or don't believe that they're worthy of love," Dr. Arthur Satterwhite, Young Life Ministry Vice President told CBN News. "It's something that should burden us all."

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The United Kingdom is taking its most definitive step to protect young people struggling with their gender identity by permanently banning the use of puberty blockers, except in clinical trials.   

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A man in the U.K. has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after slipping abortion drugs to a pregnant woman without her knowledge or consent, inducing a miscarriage.

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LONDON –  When a British lawyer and free speech advocate wanted to test the United Kingdom's censorship laws, she posted on social media that perhaps her cat is a "Methodist" because it likes "Dreamies" cat treats. 

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This is going to fundamentally change the balance of power in the region.” Joel Veldkamp, international communications officer for Christian Solidarity International, a persecution watchdog, is sounding the alarm about what will happen as the result of the toppling of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria and the rise of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a designated terror group.

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LONDON –  When a British lawyer and free speech advocate wanted to test the United Kingdom's censorship laws, she posted on social media that perhaps her cat is a "Methodist" because it likes "Dreamies" cat treats. Then she asked a friend to report her for "hate speech against Methodists" to see what might happen, and local police issued a case number.  

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Horror and terror continue in Nigeria, where 48 Christians were reportedly slain in the nation’s Benue State between Nov. 24 and Dec. 1, with women and children included among the slaughtered.

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Evangelist Franklin Graham shared a message from the Bible about God's love and the true meaning of Christmas with more than 14,000 people in Laos over the weekend.   

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U.S. and Israeli forces are taking action just days after rebel forces took control of Damascus in Syria by overthrowing long-time dictator Bashar al-Assad. 

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Does Russia want peace? The answer appears to be up to Vladimir Putin… for now. His counterpart is making moves trying to win early international support. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy explained his goals to CBN News in Kyiv just before his surprise summit in Paris with President-elect Donald Trump.

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As Syria descends into uncertainty after the fall of President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, persecution experts are warning about what could befall Christians and members of other minority groups.

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President-elect Trump told NBC's Meet the Press on Sunday that Ukraine should "probably" be prepared for less aid from the U.S. when he takes office.

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Notre Dame Cathedral has hosted its first Mass since the catastrophic fire of 2019. The moment transcended religious significance to become a powerful symbol of Paris’ resilience. For Catholics, it marks the revival of the city’s spiritual heart.

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Donald Trump is pushing Russian leader Vladimir Putin to act to reach an immediate ceasefire with Ukraine. Trump describes it as part of his active efforts as president-elect to end the war despite being weeks from taking office.

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Is artificial intelligence (AI) ethical? That’s the question secular and Christian leaders alike are contending with as technology quickly evolves.

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Ex-Muslims in Iraq who convert to Christianity face consequences that could range from beatings to kidnappings — or even death.

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A Chinese hacking campaign potentially gained access to data on hundreds of thousands of cell phone users in America, including top U.S. leaders.

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France’s far-right and left-wing lawmakers have joined together to vote on a no-confidence motion prompted by budget disputes that forces Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet to resign. 

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More than 24,000 people filled the Cần Thơ Stadium in Vietnam earlier this week to seek Jesus during the Season of Love Festival with Evangelist Franklin Graham.

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People in more than 150 countries are using their cellphones to help their prayer life through Hallow the world's leading prayer and meditation app.

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English soccer player Marc Guéhi was slapped Saturday with a warning from the Football Association after the Crystal Palace center-back wore an armband emblazoned with the phrase, “I love Jesus.”

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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared an “emergency martial law,” Tuesday accusing the country’s opposition of controlling the parliament, sympathizing with North Korea and paralyzing the government with anti-state activities.

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A church in Switzerland deployed an "AI Jesus" in its confessional booth as part of an experiment using the latest digital technology in a sacred space.

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Western culture — and its roots in Judeo-Christian values — is a phenomenon worth celebrating, according to Welsh actor John Rhys-Davies.

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