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Emma Watson named 'the most inspiring celebrity' by NCS
Emma Watson continues to be an amazing role model to her fans and feminists all over the world. In a recent survey made by ICM for the National Citizen Service, Watson was named "the most inspiring celebrity," beating other famous stars such as Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, and Zayn Malik.

Beyoncé working with her pastor Rudy Rasmus to help people affected by Hurricane Harvey
The Lemonade singer and her pastor Rudy Rasmus of St. John's church in downtown Houston to help people affected by the devastating hurricane.

Joel Osteen defends delay to opening megachurch as Hurricane Harvey shelter; Tyler Perry donates $250k
The pastor said the church hadn't opened its doors sooner because city officials hadn't required it.

'Dancing With the Stars' 25th season pro lineup: Who made the cut?
Dancing With the Stars is coming back to television this Sept. 18, and once again, fans can see their favorite celebrities battle it out on the dance floor.

Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor dies after battle with cancer
The former Archbishop of Westminster, Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor, has died, the Catholic Church of England and Wales announced this evening

Intel unveils 'Movidius Myriad X' â world's first next-generation VPU
Intel, one of the world's most advanced technological company, recently unveiled a new chip that can deliver a more in-depth artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to multiple devices such as smart cameras, drones, virtual reality, and robotics

Joker and Harley Quinn to star in their own spinoff movie
"The Joker," one of the most famous and notorious villains in the DC universe, is set to star in another movie yet again, but this time, the famous villain will also have to share the spotlight with his girlfriend and partner in crime, "Harley Quinn."

'Will & Grace' releases new promo trailer; Leo, Loraine set to return on the show
The return of "Will and Grace" on television is one of the most exciting things to look forward to this September, and fans are sure in for a treat based from the latest promo teaser of the show released last week. Also, aside from the main cast returning for the show's comeback, some supporting characters are apparently on board as well.

More than 1,000 dead in floods disaster in Sierra Leone
Christian Aid has launched an urgent appeal for help as the stricken nation struggles to cope with the aftermath of the mid-August landslide

Vanuatu farmer trained by Christian charity among world's top 50 cocoa makers
Cocoa beans produced by a farmer on the Pacific island of Vanuatu have been named among the world's top 50, and nominated for an International Cocoa award. The farmer was trained through an economic development programme by the Christian international development charity World Vision.

'Urgent' plea to world leaders unites Catholic, Orthodox and Anglican Christians around world
An 'urgent' appeal to pray for the environment is bringing Catholic, Orthodox and Anglican Christians together all around the world today.

Christ's deep mercy in action today on the high seas of the world
Many people continue to be ostracised for illnesses and disfigurements that surgery would quickly fix. Mercy Ships understands that safe surgery changes lives and can bring new hope to those so desperately in need.

Lawyers file Supreme Court brief for Colorado Christian who refused to bake same-sex wedding cake
Lawyers representing a Colorado cake artist who refused to bake a cake celebrating a same-sex wedding filed an opening brief with the US Supreme Court yesterday, defending the baker's right not to create artistic expression that violates his conscience.

'Jane the Virgin' season 4 updates, spoilers: Is the show in trouble?
Jane the Virgin has some bad news to its fans. Is the show in a wee bit of trouble?

Vatican advisor rebukes Nashville Statement evangelicals in series of tweets
A senior Vatican advisor has responded to the evangelical 'Nashville Statement' condemning LGBT relationships by tweeting a series of rebuttals affirming gay people as loved by God.

Evangelical about the environment: 3 reasons Christians should prioritise creation care
Today is the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation in the Catholic and Orthodox churches. But some are unconvinced that Christians should be bothered about the environment. What does Scripture say?