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Palestinian hunger striker released after suffering brain damage
Israel's Supreme Court has suspended the detention of a Palestinian hunger striker after he suffered brain damage due to vitamin deficiency.
Jimmy Carter announces treatment for brain cancer: 'This is in the hands of God'
Former US President Jimmy Carter said on Thursday that he will start radiation treatment for cancer on his brain later in the day
'No Muslims, only Christians,' Slovakia tells migrants
Slovakia will refuse Islamic migrants and only accept Christians as the EU relocate 32,000 asylum seekers.
Most US Catholics have never heard of the Pope's encyclical on climate change
Fewer than half of Catholics in the United States are aware of the Pope's encyclical on the environment, according to a new survey today.
Jessa Seewald's pregnancy described as 'bittersweet' in light of brother's scandal
When Jill Dillard was pregnant with her son Israel David, the reality show "19 Kids and Counting" was at its peak and TLC network even had a special devoted to her childbirth. But now that Jessa Seewald is enjoying the same joys of pregnancy, the same treatment has been denied her in light of their elder brother Josh's child molestation raps.
Cathedral attendance falls for first time in 7 years
The number of people attending cathedral services each week has fallen for the first time in seven years, new figures show.
Senior lawyers launch devastating critique on church law reform plans
Senior church lawyers have issued a devastating critique of plans to reform established Church law by a radical process of deregulation.
Donald Trump to Pope Francis: 'ISIS wants to get you'
Donald Trump would tell Pope Francis "ISIS wants to get you," if the pontiff criticised capitalism during his visit to the U.S. next month.
Synagogue in Mary Magdalene's town where Jesus preached unearthed in Israel
Recently, archaeologists unearthed a first-century synagogue under a purchased land in northern Israel, believed to be part of Mary Magdalene's home town.
Venice mayor bans gay children's books, drawing ire of British singer Elton John
Award-winning "Candle in the Wind" singer Elton John, who is a married bisexual and has been a strong supporter of LGBT social movements is now fuming against the decision made by Venice mayor Luigi Brugnaro, who banned gay children's books in the popular European city.
Church holds key to sustained happiness, 'keeps depression at bay,' UK study finds
For people who are searching for the secret of "sustained happiness" and fulfillment, then they need not look any further than constant attendance to church.
Germany backs Greek bailout as Tsipras considers early polls
German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble said the country should get "a new start".
Calais: France and Britain target traffickers, step up police operations
Both countries will contribute police resources to a shared "command and control" centre.
Turkey: Eight soldiers killed, Istanbul palace attacked as unrest mounts
Two members of a "terrorist group" were caught after attacking the Dolmabahce palace.
Robertson family thank fans and crew as 'Duck Dynasty' celebrates 100 episodes
The Robertson family from the reality show "Duck Dynasty" are feeling elated for managing to make it to 100 successful episodes, and they are extending their thanks to their fans and the entire crew of the show for working tirelessly with them year after year.
Iran seeks to join US-led coalition against ISIS amid nuclear deal controversy
With its nuclear deal with the US and other other countries under scrutiny, Iran plans to join the world alliance including the West and Arab states against the Islamic State .