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Alabama's evangelicals left reeling: Reaction to Doug Jones' victory
Evangelical voters in the US reeled in shock as their chosen candidate lost in Alabama, handing the state to a Democrat for the first time in 25 years.
Geminid Meteor Shower 2017 dates, live stream: When, where and how to see it
Emanating from the bright constellation of Gemini, the Geminids can be seen around the world regardless of one's location. Meteors will start to shoot across the night sky during the peak hours of late Wednesday night to early Thursday morning (Dec. 13 to Dec. 14).
Israeli man jailed for attack on Galilee church where Jesus multiplied loaves and fish
An Israeli man has been jailed for four years after being found guilty of an arson attack on the church where it is thought Jesus performed the miracle of feeding the 5,000.
Blow to Trump as Doug Jones beats Christian conservative Roy Moore in Alabama
Democrat Doug Jones won a bitter fight for a US Senate seat in deeply conservative Alabama on Tuesday.
When is Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights? What is the Meaning of Hanukkah?
Everyone knows about Hanukkha but nobody really knows why Jews celebrate them. Hanukkah is actually a celebration for the "rededictation" to Jerusalem.
Alabama's evangelicals: 4 reasons why they back Roy Moore
Roy Moore and Doug Jones are set for a photo finish on Tuesday night as they head towards the conclusion of the most bitterly fought Senate contest in recent history.
Father Tom: Prayer, forgiveness and community will defeat terror
Father Tom, the Indian priest captured by ISIS in Yemen and rumoured to be crucified, has called for peace and forgiveness in response to terror.
Putin starts Russian pullout from Syria: 'Job done'
President Vladimir Putin flew into Syria and ordered 'a significant part' of Moscow's military contingent there to start withdrawing on Monday, declaring their work largely done.
Donald Trump's evangelical support plunges 17 points in 10 months
Donald Trump's evangelical support has plunged 17 points in the last 10 months despite delivering on a number of campaign promises aimed at pleasing his core base.
Egypt's Coptic Pope to snub Mike Pence meeting over Jerusalem fallout
Mike Pence is facing snubs from church leaders and politicians across the Middle East when he visits later this month in the wake of Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as capital of Israel.
Geminids Meteor Shower 2017 news: Up to 120 meteors per hour can be observed as shower peaks later this month
The annual meteor shower Geminids will be at its peak later this month. Sky-watchers are in for a treat as this meteor shower promises to be one of the most spectacular this year.
Samsung Galaxy S9 specs rumors: Leak reveals new fingerprint scanner placement, single rear camera
An alleged leaked screenshot from the S Health App shows the heart rate sensor in the position previously occupied by the troublesome fingerprint sensor, which now looks to be situated below the single rear camera.
'Victory Day': Iraq military parade celebrates ISIS defeat
An Iraqi military parade in Baghdad's heavily fortified Green Zone celebrated final victory over Islamic State on Sunday, with Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi looking on as troops marched in formation, their bodies spelling 'victory day' in Arabic.
Pope Francis prays for 'world without nuclear weapons'
Pope Francis on Sunday called on world leaders to work in favour of nuclear disarmament to protect human rights, particularly those of weaker and underprivileged people.
Microsoft drops real-life 'PUBG' supply crates in Australia
Microsoft will be dropping real life 'PUBG' supply crates in Australia as part of their promotions for the December 12 release of the game.
Iraqi PM says ISIS completely 'evicted' from Iraq
Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi said on Saturday that Iraqi forces had driven the last remnants of Islamic State from the country, three years after the militant group captured about a third of Iraq's territory.