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U.S. Government Report Highlights Religious Freedom Violations, Including Christian Persecution [Correction]
A report released by the United States government has been released for 2015, highlighting religious freedom violations in 33 countries.
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Reaction of Manny Pacquiao's Fans in Philippines: Supporters Left Saddened by Pacman's Loss but Still Have High Regards for Him
American boxing champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. kept his undefeated professional record intact, beating Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision on Saturday night. Many people in the Philippines were disappointed with Pacquiao’s loss, and some hoped for a rematch.

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Dr. Ben Carson Joins Crowded 2016 Presidential Race for GOP Nominee
Outspoken conservative and former neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson officially announced his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination in the 2016 elections on Sunday.

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Garland Shooting: Two Gunmen Dead at Muhammad Cartoon Contest in Texas; Organization Defends Hosting Event
Two men opened fire and injured a security guard at an event in Texas, disrupting a cartoon contest that depicts the Prophet Muhammad, a key figure in Islam. Police have killed both gunmen.

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Mike Huckabee Warns U.S. Supreme Court ‘Cannot Overrule God’ on Same-Sex Marriage
Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee has weighed in on the Supreme Court’s decision to hear arguments related to whether or not states can ban same-sex marriages. He made his comments in front of a crowd of Hispanic evangelicals on Wednesday.

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Biopic ‘Hudson & Maria’ to Begin Filming in Malaysia This August, Recreating Iconic Missionary Faith Story
After 15 years of preparation, the historical biopic Hudson & Maria begins filming in Malaysia this August, telling the story of 19th-century missionaries who crossed cultural barriers to bring the Gospel to China.
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Freed After 266 Days: Zion Church Pastor Ezra Jin Unexpectedly Released to Reunite with Family in US
Pastor Ezra Jin was unexpectedly released after 268 days of detention and flown to the U.S. for a family reunion, following high-level diplomatic negotiations between the U.S. and China.
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Pastor Ezra Jin Speaks Out for First Time Since Release: ‘I’m Free. Now Pray for China!’
Released after 266 days of detention, Pastor Ezra Jin uses his Wall Street Journal op-ed to thank international supporters, advocate for imprisoned church members, and call for religious freedom in China.