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Operation Blessing & Hillsong United Help Peru's Needy

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

CBN's Operation Blessing International recently teamed up with the Christian worship group Hillsong United for a national food drive in Peru.

China Holds, Mistreats U.S. Geologist

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

China has held American geologist Xue Feng, charged with stealing state secrets, in an undisclosed location in Beijing for two years.

Internet Spreads al-Qaeda's Message in English

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Increasing numbers of English-language Web sites are spreading al-Qaeda's message to Muslims in the West.

Golden Cross in Vatican's Collection Gets New Look

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

One of the gems of the Vatican's priceless religious art collection - a 6th century reliquary containing what is revered as fragments of the cross on which Jesus was crucified - has been restored to its Byzantine-era glory.

Ahmadinejad's 'Divine' Mission

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

From the moment he stepped to the podium, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's speech to the United Nations sounded like a call to religious piety.

Christian Convert in Egypt Sends Plea to Obama

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A 15-year-old Egyptian girl recently wrote a letter to President Obama describing the persecution of Christians in her country and asking for his help.

China Flexes Soft-Power Through Confucius

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As China emerges into a modern-society, its people are revisiting an ancient philosopher in an effort to hold on to their roots.

Japanese Leader: Christianity Worse Than Islam

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The secretary general of the ruling Democratic Party of Japan is bashing Christianity.

Karzai Sworn in for Second Term as Afghan President

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

During his inauguration ceremony, Karzai said peace and reconciliation are his top priority.

Pakistani Suicide Bomber Kills 16, Wounds 26

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A suicide bomber killed 16 people and wounded 26 on Thursday outside a courthouse in northwestern Pakistan.

Clinton in Afghanistan for Karzai Inauguration

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Hillary Clinton landed in Kabul for a surprise visit to Afghanistan, Wednesday, marking her first trip to the country as secretary of state.

Christians Celebrate Release of Two Former Muslims

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Iranian Christians are celebrating the release of two former Muslims held in Tehran's Evin Prison for nearly nine months.

Britain: A Glimpse of America's Future?

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The size of America's government is exploding and if you want to see where big government will lead the U.S., take a look at Britain.

Maersk Alabama Fights off Second Pirate Attack

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Somali pirates unsuccessfully attacked the Maersk Alabama off the Kenyan coast, Wednesday, for the second time in seven months.

Persecution Still a Concern After Obama's China Visit

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

After wrapping up a three-day visit to China, President Barack Obama moved on to South Korea Wednesday for the last leg of his Asian trip.

The 'Great Firewall of China' and Free Speech

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

While President Barack Obama was greeted with protests in South Korea, in China he was met with censorship.

Afghans Await Karzai, Obama Decisions

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Its protracted presidential election has finally been decided, but Afghanistan is on hold.

Somali Pirates Get $3.3M Ransom

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Somali pirates collect $3.3M ransom to free Spanish trawler and its 36 crew members.

Abbas May Seek UN Approval of Palestinian State

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is losing political ground to the terrorist group Hamas, and now striking a "no compromise" attitude with Israel.

UK Gov't Officials to Have Access to Citizens' Homes

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Government health and safety inspectors in Britain will soon have unprecedented access to family homes.

Vatican Looks to Heavens for Signs of Alien Life

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Vatican has called in experts to study the possibility of extraterrestrial alien life and its implication for the Catholic Church.

Obama: China Helped U.S. Out of Recession

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

President Obama is crediting the communist nation with helping the U.S. economy to recover from the worst recession since World War II.

China Grapples with Its Role on Global Stage

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

During his visit to China, President Obama encouraged the communist regime to help solve global problems. But many in China don't see that as their responsibility.

Scottish Town to Celebrate Christmas without Christ

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A town in Scotland wants to remove all references to Christianity during their Christmas holiday festivities.