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'Abusive' flows of money robbing poor countries of $416bn a year - Christian Aid
The development agency said that money earned, transferred or used around the world illegally or by abusing laws was robbing poor nations of revenues worth $416bn a year.
Archaeologists find evidence of biblical kingdom of Edom
Researchers have discovered evidence of the emergence of the biblical kingdom of Edom, which was previously considered more mythical than historical by secular scholars.
Trump earmarks $25m fund for the protection of religious freedom
President Donald Trump announced Monday that the United States will dedicate $25 million to protect religious sites and houses of worship across the world and also announced the creation of a coalition of top business leaders to help protect religious freedom in the workplace.
India, suspicious of religious conversions, tightens rules on foreign-funded non-profits
Authorities in India are reportedly now requiring employees of foreign-funded nonprofits to sign notarized affidavits saying they will not engage in religious conversion.
Trudeau in blackface: A symptom of Canada's widespread anti-Black racism
The news that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau performed in blackface when he was a student and a teacher has once again made blackface the topic of the day â this time in the middle of a Canadian election campaign.
'Systematic campaign' against Christians in Algeria as authorities close churches
Open Doors fears that a "systematic campaign" against Christians is underway in Algeria following the closure of a church and harassment towards believers.
Islamic extremists tell Christians to convert or leave
Thousands of Christians have fled their homes this month and are seeking shelter after they were given the choice to either flee or convert by Islamic extremists.
Muslim convert to Christianity says Jesus appeared to him every night for weeks
"A man wearing all white knocked at my door every night and I couldn't look at him because his face was so shiny and bright."
Brother of abducted priest has't given up hope of his return
The brother of a priest who was abducted a year ago in Niger has not given up hope that he will be set free.
Ten Commandments replaced with Xi Jinping quotes in Chinese churches
As China continues its religious crackdown, the authorities in part of central China have reportedly removed the Ten Commandments from churches and replaced them with quotes by President Xi Jinping.
Christian primary school taken over by the so-called Islamic State re-opens again
St Joseph's primary school in Qaraqosh was looted and destroyed by IS militants but is now a place of learning once again for 130 children.
North Korean propaganda video accuses Christians of being 'spies'
A North Korean propaganda video obtained by Voice of the Martyrs portrays Christians as "religious fanatics" and spies" operating on behalf of the South Korean government.
Finnish politician investigated after sharing Bible verse on social media says Christians can't stay silent
A Christian politician in Finland investigated by police after posting a Bible verse to social media has warned that the margins of religious freedom will only become "narrower" if Christians stop speaking out on controversial issues.
Freedom at risk of being 'lost' in Hong Kong, says pastor
With pro-democracy protests continuing week after week, a Hong Kong pastor has revealed his fears over the spread of persecution to Hong Kong.
Ban on Malaysian Muslims and non-Muslims praying together will 'polarise' nation
The ban, issued last week by Malaysia's Department of Islamic Development, prevents Muslims and non-Muslims from praying together.
Christian library destroyed by Islamic State welcomes visitors again
When people returned to their hometown after its liberation, they found most of the library books burnt or stolen. With the help of church youth volunteers, it's been brought back to life.