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UN Security Council mulls call for US Jerusalem decision to be withdrawn

The council could vote early next week, diplomats said. A resolution needs nine votes in favour and no vetoes by the United States, France, Britain, Russia or China to pass.

Huge lead for Remain as Britain cools on Brexit
Huge lead for Remain as Britain cools on Brexit

The Independent said the lead for 'remain' over 'leave' was the biggest in any poll so far since the vote in June 2016.

Deadly attack on Pakistan Methodist church leaves 8 dead, many wounded
Deadly attack on Pakistan Methodist church leaves 8 dead, many wounded

Eight people have died and 44 have been injured at a Methodist church in Pakistan, according to reports from Quetta this morning.

Pope Francis says people shouldn't argue with the Devil because they will lose
Pope Francis says people shouldn't argue with the Devil because they will lose

There is a popular saying that goes, "There is no arguing with an idiot." Well, according to Pope Francis, the same principle applies to the Devil.

Former POTUS Barack Obama and wife Michelle pay surprise visits to few schools in D.C.

With a lot of time in his hands, former US President Barack Obama visits a few schools around Washington D.C. spreading the holiday spirit. Obama even puts on a Santa hat to cheer up the young ones.

Marvel's The Punisher review: What a gun-wielding maniac teaches us about God
Marvel's The Punisher review: What a gun-wielding maniac teaches us about God

The Punisher – the latest Marvel Comics adaptation from Netflix – features not fluffy heroics but a dark and bloody affair driven by revenge and a skewed sense of justice. Its anti-hero lead isn't an idol to aspire to – but he does have much to teach us about God, guilt and how (not) to put the world to rights.

Sutherland Springs family sues store that sold rifle used in shooting
Sutherland Springs family sues store that sold rifle used in shooting

The lawsuit filed this week in a state district court in San Antonio seeks at least $25 million from Academy Sports & Outdoors.

Indian priest arrested, seminary investigated after hardline Hindus denounce them for 'conversion' activities
Indian priest arrested, seminary investigated after hardline Hindus denounce them for 'conversion' activities

Indian police arrested a Christian priest and were questioning members of a seminary after a hardline Hindu group accused them of trying to convert villagers to Christianity.

Tillerson urges long halt to North Korea weapons tests before any talks

US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Friday urged North Korea to carry out a 'sustained cessation' of weapons testing.

Israeli troops kill four Palestinians, wound 160 demonstrating over Jerusalem
Israeli troops kill four Palestinians, wound 160 demonstrating over Jerusalem

Israeli troops shot dead four Palestinians and wounded 150 others with live fire on Friday.

California wildfire update: Thomas fire claims its first victim
California wildfire update: Thomas fire claims its first victim

California firefighters had to bid farewell to one of their fellow fighter after he died in the middle of his duty to contain the Thomas fire. Fire Engineer Cory David Iverson, 32, is the first firefighter fatality in what is believed to be one of the worst wildfires in history.

'Dynasty Warriors 9' news: New trailer released; Features every aspect of the game
'Dynasty Warriors 9' news: New trailer released; Features every aspect of the game

For days, Koei Tecmo has been teasing its fans with sneak peeks from its upcoming game, "Dynasty Warriors 9." On Friday, the developers released a much more elaborate and interactive trailer, featuring the best aspects of the hack-and-slash video game.

Christian Aid appoints former UN official as new chief executive
Christian Aid appoints former UN official as new chief executive

Christian Aid has appointed former United Nations official Amanda Khozi Mukwashi as its new chief executive.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi – should I take my kids?
Star Wars: The Last Jedi – should I take my kids?

The big question facing most parents is not whether the film is any good, but if it's suitable for kids or not. Should you give in to pester power, or hold firm with the official age guidance?

No more war: A 15-year-old orphaned in DRC's militia conflicts speaks out
No more war: A 15-year-old orphaned in DRC's militia conflicts speaks out

War is at the root of all the troubles. I knew some girls who joined the militia. They were my age, or even younger than me. They went off to battle to kill people.

World Evangelical Alliance meets Pope Francis for religious freedom discussions
World Evangelical Alliance meets Pope Francis for religious freedom discussions

Pope Francis has met delegates from the World Evangelical Alliance including general secretary Bishop Efraim Tendero for a discussion majoring on issues of religious freedom and social justice.