Pope Francis Under Fire for 'Mexicanization' Comment
The Vatican is receiving criticism from Mexico after Pope Francis recently referenced the \"Mexicanization\" of Argentina due to drug trafficking.
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Iran Military Stages Attack of Mock U.S. Aircraft Carrier
Iran\'s military staged mock attacks of a U.S. aircraft carrier in the Strait of Hormuz in recent days, suggesting that such attacks would be held in a war situation. The U.S. has downplayed the drill, saying the American military is fully capable of defending itself.
Islamic State Kidnaps At Least 70 Christians in Syria, Watchdog Groups Report
Syrian watchdog groups have reported that at 70 to 90 Assyrian Christians were kidnapped by the Islamic State near the small Syrian village of Tal Tamr recently.
France Sends Aircraft Carrier to Persian Gulf Against Islamic State
French officials announced Monday that they have placed an aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf this week as part of the U.S.-led coalition against the Islamic State terrorist group.
Ben Seewald Says Tim Tebow Would Be 'Great Addition' to Duggar Family
Rumors continue to circulate about a possible courtship between Jana Duggar and Tim Tebow as a Duggar family member recently suggested he would love the former NFL quarterback to be a part of their family.
Father of American Hostage Kayla Mueller Criticizes U.S. Foreign Policy
The father of recently deceased American aid worker and hostage Kayla Mueller has spoken out in criticism of U.S. foreign policy with terrorists.
Mall of America on High Alert Following Terrorist Threat
The Somalia-based terrorist group al-Shabaab has reportedly released a video threatening to attack major malls in the U.S., U.K. and Canada.
Adrian Peterson 'Uneasy' About Return to Minnesota Vikings
NFL running back Adrian Peterson has announced that he is reportedly \"uneasy\" about his return to the Minnesota Vikings.
Wash. Judge Rules Florist Broke Law By Denying Gay Couple Flowers
A judge ruled this week that a Washington florist who refused to provide flowers for a same-sex marriage ceremony violated the state\'s anti-discrimination laws.
Report: Islamic State Losing Power Due to Local Enemies
Recent reports indicate the Islamic State terrorist organization is struggling for power in the Middle East as it continues to try to gain control of larger swaths of territory.
Lolo Jones Bashes '50 Shades of Grey,' Says 'God Didn't Create Sex For That Purpose'
Olympian Lolo Jones recently took to Twitter to voice her opposition to the newly-released \"50 Shades of Grey\" movie, saying \"God didn\'t create sex for that purpose.\"
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12 Christians Detained in Algeria After Worship Gathering as Police Seize Bibles
Algerian special forces raided a Christian worship gathering at a humanitarian shelter on Sept. 4, detaining all 12 people present on suspicion of holding an unauthorized non-Muslim religious service. Police entered the site and transferred the 12 detained Christians to the Bethioua police station.
Colorado Christian School Sees 96 Student Baptisms Through “5th Quarter” Gatherings
Nearly 100 students have been baptized during five periodic worship gatherings held at a Christian high school in Colorado after athletic competitions. Valor Christian High School in Highlands Ranch launched the 5th Quarter gatherings in fall 2024 and holds the student-focused worship and testimony events twice each academic year.
Iran Faces UN Scrutiny Over Confiscation of Historic Protestant Church
Two United Nations experts have called on Iran to explain the confiscation of St. Peter’s Evangelical Church in Tehran and the eviction of Christian families from the property. Reports emerged in July that Iranian authorities had seized the church, described as the country’s oldest Protestant congregation, and removed Christian residents living on the site.
Trump Highlights Global Christian Persecution at UN, Warns Iran of “Annihilation” Without Deal
President Donald Trump used his address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday to draw attention to the persecution of Christians worldwide, criticizing the U.N. Human Rights Council for giving the issue little attention while condemning some of the world’s most repressive governments. “Christians are being persecuted all over the world; it's not even believable. I never thought I'd say it, but it's been happening for a long time.”
Baptist pastor, other Christians killed in attacks in Plateau state, Nigeria
Fulani militia attacks in one county in Plateau state, Nigeria over the weekend killed at least eight Christians, including a Baptist pastor and a church employee on their way to church services on Sunday (Sept. 20), sources said.