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Christian bakers blast Oregon gag order as they draw huge online funding support
The owners of the Oregon bakery Sweetcakes by Melissa who were fined $135,000 last July 2 for discriminating against a lesbian couple in 2013 have denounced the supposed gag order that prevent them from speaking about the case.
Doctor who falsely diagnosed patients with cancer gets 45 years for healthcare fraud
A Detroit doctor who administered unnecessary chemotherapy and other treatments to 553 patients many of whom were told that they had cancer and billed Medicare and private insurance companies for $34 million in fradulent claims was sentenced to 45 years in prison in federal court Friday.
FBI says it prevented ISIS from launching terrorist attacks in US to mark 4th of July
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) said it was able to stop terror attack plans of the Islamic State (ISIS) in the US intended for the Fourth of July celebration.
Displaced Christian Iraqi girl forgives ISIS, says her words come from the Holy Spirit
Maryam Benham, as interviewed by Sat7 last year. The unwavering faith of a young refugee who was forced to flee her homeland in the Middle East with her family has stood out among the many horror stories on the Islamic State's terror campaign in the region, after she said she forgives ISIS and her words come from the Holy Spirit.
UK actor Michael Enright gives up cushy life to become anti-ISIS fighter in Syria
British-born actor Michael Enright led a pretty comfortable life in Los Angeles, and his career had been quite good, with the actor getting minor roles in blockbuster hits such as "Pirates of the Caribbean" and comedies like "Old Dogs." He has also steady roles in the television series "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D" and "Cold Case."
Belgium rescues Christian refugees from war-torn Syria in secret 2-month operation
Some 240 refugees hailing from Syria have taken refuge in Belgium, according to ASSIST Ministries.
Israel hits draft Arab UN resolution that omits Jewish, Christian ties to Jerusalem
Israel has denounced an impending decision by the United Nation's cultural institution on the city of Jerusalem, saying it takes no notice of Jewish and Christian connections to the biblical city.
Latest ISIS executions show risks faced by secret resistance groups in Syria and Iraq
The recent killings of alleged spies in the ranks of the Islamic State shows the huge risks being taken by activists who struggle to reveal to the world what it is like to be in the belly of the beast, according to a report.
Why did jihadists attack Tunisia? Catholic priest provides comprehensive explanation
One of the Catholic Church's leading Catholic priests in Tunisia has maintained that majority of Tunisians are not extremists despite the terror attack last month which killed 38 people.
Russia poses greatest threat to US national security, joint chiefs nominee tells Senate
Russia is the greatest threat to the national security in the United States, a presidential nominee to a key position in U.S. Department of Defense said.
Donald Trump overtakes Jeb Bush to lead a Republican national poll for the 1st time
For the first time since announcing his White House bid, real-estate mogul Donald Trump has finally overtaken former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush in a national poll in what seems to be a statistical vindication for his anti-Mexican remarks.
Oregon now allows even 15-year-olds to undergo sex change sans parental consent
A new regulation in Oregon now allows sex-change operation for those with gender dysphoria to be covered by the state health plan and 15-year-olds can have it without parental consent.
California's aid-in-dying bill withdrawn amid opposition from religious groups
Authors of the controversial aid-in-dying bill in California withdrew it from a scheduled key committee hearing on July 7 after it failed to garner enough support and amid opposition from religious groups including the Catholic church.
France: Jihadi chief jailed, had list of Jewish targets
The leader of a banned French group was sentenced to nine years in jail on Friday on terrorism charges after police raids found weapons and a list of Jewish targets in his personal files.
Why African Christians want Obama to keep quiet about gay rights
Lucinda Borkett-Jones looks at how cultural shifts in America are playing among African Christians.
Greece debt crisis: Tsipras wins backing for bailout reform plan
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras won backing from lawmakers on Saturday for painful reform proposals aimed at obtaining a new international bailout