Kentucky bill aimed at banning dismemberment abortions advances to Senate
A bill that seeks to ban an abortion procedure known as dilation and evacuation (D&E) in Kentucky has cleared the state House and is now headed to the Senate.
Oklahoma Senate approves bill that seeks to protect faith-based adoption agencies
The Oklahoma Senate has passed a measure that would protect faith-based organizations from being forced to place a child for adoption or foster care even if it violates their religious or moral convictions.
Secularist groups distance themselves from Lawrence Krauss following sexual misconduct allegations
Major secularist organizations are cutting ties with Arizona State University (ASU) professor Lawrence Krauss after multiple women accused him of sexual harassment.
Joy Behar issues on-air apology for anti-Christian remarks
"The View" co-host Joy Behar has apologized on air for the remarks she made last month when she compared Vice President Mike Pence's Christian beliefs to a "mental illness."
Christian & Missionary Alliance won't discipline Ravi Zacharias for misrepresenting credentials
The Christian & Missionary Alliance (C&MA) has decided not to take disciplinary action against renowned apologist Ravi Zacharias, after conducting a review of the allegations that he had made false claims about his credentials.
Oklahoma House approves 'guns in churches' bill
The Oklahoma House of Representatives has passed a legislation that aims to expand civil lawsuit immunity to places of worship when someone uses a gun or deadly force in self-defense.
Pastor says porn star allegations against Trump are 'totally irrelevant' to his evangelical supporters
Evangelical Pastor Robert Jeffress has argued that evangelical supporters of President Donald Trump are not hypocrites despite their continuing support for the president amid allegations that he had an affair with an adult film star.
Joy Behar personally called Mike Pence to apologize for mocking his faith
Joy Behar of ABC News' "The View" has personally called Vice President Mike Pence to apologize for her recent comments comparing his faith to a "mental illness."
Indiana bill requiring inspections on all abortion clinics heads to governor's desk
A bill that would require inspections on all abortion clinics in Indiana is now headed to Gov. Eric Holcomb's desk after it was passed by the Senate earlier this week.
Parkland shooter asks for Bible in solitary confinement
Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz has reportedly asked for a Bible after spending restless nights in solitary confinement in Broward County Jail.
Michigan university reverses decision to revoke status of Christian student group following lawsuit
A Michigan university has decided to reinstate a chapter of the InterVarsity Christian Fellowship after the student organization filed a lawsuit in Detroit federal court.
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Texas Chief Justice-Elect Seeks to End Religious Exemptions for Judges Who Refuse Same-Sex Weddings
Texas Supreme Court Chief Justice-elect Maggie Ellis has announced plans to overturn a rule protecting judges who decline to officiate same-sex weddings because of their religious beliefs.
China’s New Law Expands Communist Party Control Over Religious Freedom, Report Warns
A law that came into effect this year gives the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) increased powers to restrict religious practice even as several Christians remain imprisoned for carrying out their ministries, according to an advocacy group’s new report. In the past year freedom of religion in China has deteriorated with the Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress coming into effect on July1.
Calvary Chapel Pastors Push Back Against Costa Mesa’s Ordination of Women
Several pastors affiliated with the Calvary Chapel movement have publicly criticized Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa’s affirmation of women serving as pastors, following an announcement by Char Brodersen at the church that once served as the movement’s flagship congregation. The Calvary Chapel Association (CCA), through its Heartland Regional Team, reaffirmed its opposition to appointing women as pastors or elders.
“I Would Never Renounce My Faith”: 20-Year-Old Egyptian Christian Killed by ISIS in Libya
A 20-year-old Egyptian Christian was reportedly killed by Islamic State (ISIS) militants in Libya after resisting repeated demands to abandon his Christian faith and embrace Islam while in captivity. Milad Malak, a Coptic Christian, was the only Christian among a group of Egyptian workers abducted by ISIS fighters, according to Open Doors, which cited accounts from two Muslim companions who were later released.
Myanmar Military Airstrike Kills 3 Students at Christian Bible School, Injures 6
Three students were killed and six others injured when Myanmar's military launched an airstrike and drone assault on a Christian Bible school in Karen State. The attack occurred Tuesday in Day Bu Noh village in Hpapun District, an area largely populated by Christian Karen communities. Military aircraft reportedly dropped bombs before armed drones struck the village, with one exploding directly above the Bible school.