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Hookahs with Jesus images offend Jordan's Catholics

The traditional hubble-bubble pipes are being decorated with "indecent" images of Christ.

Ban lethal drones, say religious leaders

More than 150 religious leaders have said that drones kill too many innocent civilians and that their use is morally questionable.

Ebola: UN and WHO overlooked faith leaders, say aid agencies

The critical role played by faith leaders in the response to Ebola and must be taken into account in future, three Christian agencies have warned.

Kayla Mueller may have been given as ISIS bride â US Intelligence

Kayla Mueller may have been given to an Islamic State fighter as a bride during her captivity, sources within the US intelligence community say.

'Worse than a tragedy': More than 300 migrants died trying to reach Italy this week, says UN

More than 300 people died trying to cross the sea from Africa to Italy this week, the UN refugee agency said on Wednesday, adding pressure on Europe to expand a border operation that lacks a clear mandate to save lives.

Suicide bombers strike Niger town

Two female suicide bombers attacked the Niger frontier town of Diffa on Wednesday, security sources said, shortly after Chad's army said it had killed 13 fighters from the Islamist militant group Boko Haram in the Nigerian town of Gambaru.

Costa Concordia captain sentenced to 16 years for 2012 shipwreck

A court in the town of Grosseto found Francesco Schettino guilty of multiple manslaughter.

'American Sniper' Chris Kyle texted that defendant in his murder trial was 'nuts' before the killing

Former US Marine Eddie Ray Routh is charged with killing Kyle and his friend Chad Littleworth.

All-night Ukraine peace talks end with hopes of agreement

Details are unclear and fighting is continuing after exhausting negotiations.

Islamic State: Obama asks Congress to authorise war

There will be no large-scale invasion but the US president wants action.

Clarence Thomas issues strong dissent on gay marriage ruling

Justice Clarence Thomas admonished the Supreme Court after its decision not to issue a stay on Alabama's gay marriage ruling on Monday.

Mormon blogger John Dehlin excommunicated from LDS Church

Controversial blogger John Dehlin is no longer a member of the Church of Latter Day Saints after an excommunication hearing held on Sunday.

Former ISIS member explains why he joined terrorist group, and why he left: 'They see it as something a lot grander than what the reality is'

In a recent interview, he explained his reasons for linking with the terrorists in Syria, and gave an inside look into what life was like as a fighter for the caliphate.