United States Says Russia Using 'Losing Strategy' in Syria
The United States said this week that Russia is employing a \"losing\" strategy in recent airstrikes carried out against Syria.
Russia Denies Recent Airstrikes Focus on Assad Opposition
Russia has denied that its recent airstrikes in Syria targeted the opposition of President Bashar al-Assad, arguing that it instead targeted Islamic State strongholds.
U.S. Accuses Russia of 'Pouring Gasoline on Fire' With Syria Airstrikes
The U.S. has accused Russia of \"pouring gasoline on the fire\" after the European country entered the fray of the ongoing Syrian civil war this week with a series of airstrikes.
Pope Francis Weighs in on Gay Marriage Debate, Says All Government Workers Have Right to 'Conscientious Objection'
After returning from his recent U.S. visit, Pope Francis weighed in on the religious freedom debate waging in the U.S., suggesting that government workers have a \"human right\" to be exempt from their duties based on their religious beliefs.
Over 700 Killed in Saudi Arabia Stampede During Mecca Pilgrimage
Over 700 people were killed in the city of Mina, Saudi Arabia on Thursday as a result of a stampede during the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca.
Pope Francis Praises Obama's Action on Climate Change, Stresses 'Urgency' of Issue
Pope Francis praised U.S. President Barack Obama\'s action on climate change in a White House speech on Wednesday, but said more immediate action must be taken regarding the issue.
Pope Francis Focuses Cuba Speeches on Youth, Avoiding Ideology
Upon his arrival to Cuba this past week, Pope Francis addressed a crowd of 150,000 in the city of Holguin, encourages Cuba\'s youth to avoid being \"boxed in\" by ideologies.
Massive 8.3 Earthquake Rocks Chile, Causes Tsunami Warnings for Hawaii, California
A massive 8.3 magnitude earthquake rocked Chile on Wednesday, killing at least five people and forcing the evacuation of hundreds.
Sierra Leone Quarantines Nearly 700 People After New Ebola Death
Sierra Leone has reportedly quarantined nearly 700 people after a tennage girl was infected with Ebola for the first time in six months in one of the country\'s rural northern regions.
Mexico's Government Demands Investigation After Egyptian Military Kills 2 Mexican Tourists
Mexico's government as requested a probe into an incident on Sunday in which Egyptian forces reportedly accidentally attacked a Meixcan tourist group after mistakening them for militants.
Pope Francis Requests Meeting With Cuba's Fidel Castro
Pope Francis is reportedly seeking a meeting with Cuba\'s ex-president Fidel Castro during his upcoming trip to the communist country.
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Arkansas Named Most Pro-Life State for Seventh Straight Year, Oregon Ranks Last
Arkansas has been named the most pro-life state in the United States for the seventh consecutive year in an annual ranking by Americans United for Life (AUL), which also recognized Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill for her legal efforts challenging federal abortion pill regulations. The advocacy organization released its 2027 Life List on Wednesday, evaluating all 50 states according to laws addressing “all bioethical issues from conception to natural death, not just abortion.”
Zelensky Defends Religious Freedom in Ukraine Amid Christian Persecution Claims
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has rejected allegations that his government is persecuting Christians, defending religious freedom in Ukraine and criticizing American political commentator Tucker Carlson for making claims about a country he suggested Carlson had never visited. Zelensky addressed the accusations during a Saturday interview with Tony Perkins on “This Week on Capitol Hill.”
54% of Protestant Pastors Say Economic Conditions Are Hurting Their Churches
More than half of Protestant pastors in the United States say economic conditions are negatively affecting their congregations, as church donations continue to lag behind inflation, according to a new Lifeway Research survey. The annual study found that 54% of pastors believe the economy is hurting their churches, compared with 36% who reported no impact and 8% who described its effects as positive.
Christian Education Network Launched to Expand School Choice Scholarships Nationwide
A new federal school choice initiative is being hailed as the “greatest evangelism opportunity since the Billy Graham crusades,” with supporters expecting it to expand access to Christian education for millions of American children beginning in 2027. The Ohio-based Center for Christian Virtue has established the Christian Education Network Scholarship Granting Organization to provide financial assistance to families seeking Christian schooling.
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.