Conn. Girl Ordered to Undergo Chemotherapy in Remission, State Says
A Connecticut girl who appealed to stop chemotherapy for her cancer is in remission after undergoing several months of the treatment, the state announced over the weekend.
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U.S., Human Rights Groups Denouce China's Terrorism Law
A new counterterrorism law proposal in China is drawing criticism from the U.S. government, human rights groups and western tech companies, who argue that the law uses terrorism as an excuse to impose tougher security measures on foreign businesses.
Phil Robertson Voices Support for Roy Moore in Gay Marriage Opposition
Phil Robertson, star of the A&E reality show \"Duck Dynasty,\" has voiced his support for Alabama Supreme Court Justice Roy Moore\'s decision to encourage probate judges in the state not to issue same-sex marriage licenses.
Ohio Teacher Sentenced to Jail for Showing Graphic Movie to Students
A former substitute teacher in Ohio has been sentenced to 90 days in jail for allegedly showing a graphic video to students that included sex scenes and violence.
U.S. Ambassador Mark Lippert in 'Great Spirits' As North Korea Praises Knife Attack
U.S. Ambassador Mark Lippert, who was injured in a knife attack in Seoul, South Korea on Thursday, has tweeted that he is in "good spirits" following the violent incident.
Carrie Underwood, Mike Fisher Welcome First Child
Carrie Underwood and husband Mike Fisher announced on Tuesday the birth of their first child, a boy named Isaiah Michael Fisher.
Boko Haram's Graphic Video Echoes Islamic State Tactics, Experts Say
The terrorist group Boko Haram has released a graphic video that show beheadings of hostages, echoing similar tactics used by Syrian-based terrorist group the Islamic State.
Nebraska Attorney General Appeals Judge's Ruling Overturning Same-Sex Marriage Ban
A federal judge on Monday ruled Nebraska\'s ban on same-sex marriage to be unconstitutional, sparking an immediate appeal from Nebraska Attorney General Doug Peterson.
Phil Robertson Discusses STD's, Morality at CPAC Event
Reality television star Phil Robertson recently spoke at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Maryland, discussing various topics ranging from sexually transmitted diseases to the importance of having a Christian nation.
American Atheist Blogger Killed with Machete in Bangladesh
An American atheist blogger living in Bangladesh was recently killed during a machete attack that may have been related to recent threats he received from hardline Muslims.
Indiana's 'Baby Box' Bill May Allow Anonymous Surrender of Newborns
The state of Indiana is contemplating passing a law that would allow \"baby boxes\" in certain places so newborn infants may be safely surrendered by their parents without facing prosecution.
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2819 Church Draws 80,000 to AT&T Stadium for Prayer and Worship
Nearly 80,000 people gathered with Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell and 2819 Church at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday for a large-scale evening of prayer and worship. Ed Newton, senior pastor of Community Bible Church in San Antonio, attended the event, known as “ACCESS — That Powerful Hour of Prayer.” Free tickets for the gathering were claimed within eight hours.
Court Poised to Dismiss South Carolina UMC Lawsuits Against Nearly 70 Churches
A South Carolina judge is preparing to dismiss lawsuits filed by the United Methodist Church’s South Carolina Conference against nearly 70 congregations seeking to leave the denomination while retaining their properties. The conference said Tuesday that Circuit Court Judge Brian M. Gibbons had informed the parties that he intends to dismiss the cases.
THINQ Summit Speakers Debate Islam’s Compatibility With Western Values and Christian-Muslim Relations
A Christian pastor who has spent years building relationships with Muslims and a historian who has studied Islamic history and doctrine debated whether Islam’s theological and political teachings allow the religion to coexist with Western society. Roberts said he once feared things like Sharia, or Islamic law, but realized the U.S. Constitution wouldn’t allow it.
Christian Teacher Sues School After Being Fired Over Pro-Life Answer
A Christian teacher with 28 years of experience has filed a discrimination claim against a school in northeast England after being dismissed following a pro-life response to a student’s question about abortion. Anita Meston, 63, is suing Biddick Academy, a state-funded secondary school in Washington, Sunderland, according to ADF International, which is supporting her case.
Pastor Faces ‘Unlawful Entry’ Charge After Prayer Protest Outside Chinese Embassy in D.C.
A Christian pastor is facing a criminal charge after refusing to leave a sidewalk outside the Chinese Embassy in Washington while protesting China’s treatment of religious minorities. The Rev. Patrick Mahoney, leader of the Christian Defense Coalition, said in a Sept. 28 Facebook post that he was “arrested by the United States Secret Service for peacefully praying on a public sidewalk in front of the Chinese Embassy.”