Anugrah Kumar

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  Jan 15, 2024

  Christian group blasts eHarmony for ‘glorifying sin’

  The prominent online dating service eHarmony is facing backlash from the conservative Christian group One Million Moms.

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  Jan 15, 2024

  Iowa high school principal who risked life to protect students from shooter dies; family grieves loss

  An Iowa community recently shaken by a school shooting is mourning the loss of Perry High School Principal Dan Marburger, who succumbed to his injuries 10 days after bravely intervening during the shooting. Gov. Kim Reynolds has ordered flags at half-staff.

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  Jan 14, 2024

  80 Christians die after being displaced by violence in Manipur

  Tens of thousands of Christians from the Kuki-Zo tribal community in India’s northeastern state of Manipur continue to be displaced, more than eight months after the onset of ongoing violence. During this period, at least 80 individuals, including women and children, have died due to inadequate healthcare and substandard living conditions in makeshift shelters in one district alone.

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  Jan 14, 2024

  Megachurch pastor on leave for alcohol use on church property, denial of wrongdoing

  Lead Pastor Jeff Frazier of Chapelstreet Church in Illinois, an influential evangelical megachurch in the Chicago suburbs, has been placed on leave. The church’s executive council cited the “use of alcohol on church premises while performing duties” and alleged “concealment” of this wrongdoing as reasons for this action.

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  Jan 14, 2024

  CCP skeptic Lai Ching-te wins Taiwan’s presidential election in defiance of China

  Taiwan’s Vice President Lai Ching-te, a prominent skeptic of the Chinese Communist Party, has secured a decisive victory in the presidential election of the self-ruled island. Garnering 40% of the vote in a competitive three-way race, Lai’s win signifies a continuation of the Democratic Progressive Party's rule, underscoring Taiwan’s dedication to its unique political trajectory and autonomy.

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  Jan 14, 2024

  Missing pastor’s charred body found near Tamil Nadu border

  Police in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu have discovered the charred body of an evangelical pastor, who had been missing for about 10 days. The family identified the body by recognizing his belt, shoes and glasses.

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  Jan 13, 2024

  Manipur Evangelical prayer movement leader dies: 'A void that will be deeply felt'

  The Rev. H. Chungthang Thiek, a prominent evangelist and former secretary of the Evangelical Fellowship of India's northeast region, has died, leaving a profound legacy in northeast India's spiritual and social spheres. He was 75. 

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  Jan 10, 2024

  Congregation mourns pastor murdered by neighbor

  In North Las Vegas, Nevada, the Grace Point Church community is mourning the tragic loss of Pastor Nick Davi, who was murdered by his neighbor last month. As they prepare for his memorial service scheduled for next week, an expected attendance of 1,000 people reflects the profound impact of his passing.

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  Jan 10, 2024

  Iranian Christian convert, 60, sentenced to 6 years in prison

  Sixty-year-old Christian convert Mina Khajavi has been ordered to commence a six-year prison term in Iran, according to a report that says she was convicted for “acting against national security by promoting ‘Zionist’ Christianity” through her involvement in a house church.

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  Jan 8, 2024

  ISIS claims responsibility for twin bombings in Iran after president blames Israel

  The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the devastating twin blasts near the burial site of Gen. Qasem Soleimani in southern Iran, marking the deadliest attack in the country since its 1979 revolution.