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Megachurch pastor wanted by FBI for sex trafficking issues conditions for surrender
Filipino megachurch Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, who is sought by U.S. authorities for child sex trafficking, has set forth conditions for his surrender in the Philippines and is demanding assurances against extradition amid charges against him in both countries.
Israeli hostage murdered by terrorists in Gaza, officials say
Israeli authorities have confirmed the death of a hostage, identified as a 47-year-old farmer from southern Israel, in Gaza. He was murdered by terrorists after months in captivity, according to a Saturday joint statement by the Israel Defence Forces and Israeli Security Agency.
Over 100 advocates urge Senate to designate religious freedom a ‘fundamental right’
Over 100 religious freedom advocates and groups from various religious backgrounds have called on Congress to affirm religious freedom as a fundamental right by passing a resolution to recognize the global threats to religious liberty.
Russian Orthodox Church leader declares Ukraine invasion a ‘holy war'
The World Russian People's Council, led by Russian Orthodox Church Patriarch Kirill, has labeled President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine as a "holy" endeavor, seemingly aiming to bring the entire region under Russian dominion.
Miscarriages and stillbirths on the rise as violence escalates in war-torn Myanmar
Shan State in Myanmar is witnessing a distressing increase in miscarriages and stillbirths as pregnant mothers fleeing conflict are forced to give birth in perilous conditions in remote jungles, according to a new report by a United Kingdom-based charity.
Artist who created ‘blasphemous’ Jesus oral sex painting stabbed in neck
An artist whose painting depicts the lifeless figure of Jesus receiving oral sex was attacked inside a church hosting the controversial exhibition in Carpi, Italy. The assailant, armed with a spray can and a knife, injured the artist in the neck and targeted his painting.
3 protesters charged for storming into St. Patrick’s Cathedral during Easter weekend service
Three protesters advocating for Palestinian rights and climate action were charged after disrupting a religious service at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City during Easter celebrations, interrupting the Holy Saturday mass.
Easter brunch shooting leaves 1 dead, others injured in Tennessee
A man was killed and up to seven others were injured in a shooting at a Nashville restaurant in Tennessee on Easter Sunday. The incident followed an argument between two men, with one of them firing multiple shots before fleeing the scene.
OnlyFans model leaves career behind after finding Jesus, gets baptized
A former OnlyFans model from Illinois has left the adult entertainment industry following a profound spiritual awakening, which culminated in her baptism and recommitment to her Christian faith.
Virginia man charged with attempted church shooting left note for potential victims' families
A federal grand jury in Virginia has indicted Rui Jiang, 35, of Falls Church, for attempting to obstruct religious practice at Park Valley Church in Haymarket with a planned shooting. The charges, announced by the U.S. Department of Justice, include attempted murder with a dangerous weapon, threats and firearms violations.