Christian in China imprisoned for printing religious materials
Chinese authorities criminally detained a member of Christian church in Guangdong province after he was caught printing religious materials.
Abortion pill orders increase in Zika-stricken Latin American countries
The demand for abortion pills has increased in seven Latin American countries hardest hit by Zika virus, a new study published June 22 says.
More than 1,200 people die of starvation in Nigeria refugee camp after fleeing Boko Haram
More than a thousand died of starvation in a Nigerian refugee camp after fleeing for safety from Boko Haram's vicious attacks
LGBTQ and Muslims unite together against 'fear, hate, and violence'
In the wake of rising Islamaphobia and anti-gay rhetoric, gays and Muslims stood in solidarity to defeat hatred through love.
Christian activist released from prison on bail in Egypt
A Christian activist considered by rights group as "one of the pillars" of human rights in Egypt posted bail and released from prison Tuesday, June 21.
Body of abducted Catholic priest in Nigeria found after 2 months
The decomposing body of a Catholic priest in Nigeria was found Wednesday, June 22 after two months since his abduction.
Brexit results news update: Britain votes to leave European Union in historic referendum
Britain has voted to leave the European Union, the BBC said based on voter tallies from Thursday's referendum, an outcome that would set the country on an uncertain path and deal the largest setback to European efforts to forge greater unity since World War Two.
World watches as Britain votes in referendum on EU membership
Britons were voting on Thursday on whether to stay in the European Union in a referendum that could change the face of Europe and is being nervously watched by financial markets and politicians across the world.
Muslim mob beats Christian man for selling 'unclean' ice cream to kids
A Christian man who rides around his bicycle selling ice cream in Kasur, Pakistan was beaten by at least 30 Muslim men who claim that the goods he sells are "unclean."
Ontario doctors challenge assisted suicide referral mandate
More than 5,000 doctors and 100 healthcare providers are seeking a judicial review of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario's requirement that doctors who oppose assisted suicide should refer patients to other doctors who are willing to perform the procedure.
New Zealand: Food has become 'a discretionary expense,' says report
A recent report from the New Zealand Christian Council Social Services says that because of housing and other expenses, food has become a luxury expense among poor people in the country.
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United Methodist Church Selects US, Zimbabwe for Historic 2028 General Conference
The United Methodist Church (UMC) will convene its 2028 General Conference at two locations simultaneously for the first time in the denomination’s history, bringing together delegates in the United States and Africa for its highest legislative assembly. The UMC Commission on the General Conference announced Tuesday that Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Harare, Zimbabwe, will jointly host the gathering.
Middle East Christians Face Uncertain Future as Global Persecution Threatens Over 400 Million
Christian persecution has worsened in more than half of 18 countries surveyed by a Catholic watchdog, raising concerns about the future of Christian communities in the Middle East. The Middle East has emerged as an area of particular concern, where prolonged instability threatens Christianity’s presence in its historic birthplace.
Multisite Churches Expanding Rapidly Across US, Attracting Nearly 10% of Protestant Churchgoers
Multisite churches are expanding rapidly across the United States, attracting nearly one in 10 Protestant churchgoers, but their growth is increasingly outpacing the development of qualified leaders, according to a new national study. The report identified more than 1,800 multisite churches operating over 6,000 campuses nationwide, highlighting the growing influence of congregations that maintain multiple worship locations under a unified organizational structure.
Allie Beth Stuckey Urges Christians to Limit Halloween Participation and Avoid Horror Films
New York Times bestselling author and BlazeTV host Allie Beth Stuckey has drawn mixed reactions from Christians after questioning whether believers should embrace Halloween festivities and consume horror-themed entertainment. During the Oct. 19 episode of her “Relatable” podcast, Stuckey addressed the different ways Christians approach Halloween, acknowledging that the subject involves personal convictions and differing interpretations of Christian freedom.
Federal Appeals Court Sides With Churches in Immigration Raids Dispute
A federal appeals court has handed a legal victory to churches, synagogues and other religious organizations challenging the Trump administration’s decision to permit immigration enforcement operations at places of worship. A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reversed a lower court’s decision rejecting the religious groups’ request for a preliminary injunction.