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10 Feb, 2026 11:39 EST

US & Canada Data Society & Culture

Most Americans believe in God, but many rarely attend worship, study finds

By CDI Staff

Most adults in the United States believe in God and engage in some form of religious practice, but nearly half seldom or never attend religious services, according to new data from the Pew Research Center that offers a snapshot of American faith by scaling the population down to a hypothetical town of 100 people.
10 Feb, 2026 10:15 EST

US & Canada Science Society & Culture

Cleaner rare earth sourcing could ease ethical concerns over conflict minerals, researchers say

By CDI Staff

Scientists exploring new ways to extract rare earth elements from domestic waste and polluted land say their work could help address long-standing ethical and environmental concerns tied to global mineral supply chains.
10 Feb, 2026 06:15 EST

Africa Europe Asia Caribbean Middle East Oceania US & Canada Latin America Society & Culture Church & Missions

310 faith-based organizations recognized as ‘Best Christian Workplaces’

By CDI Staff

Best Christian Workplaces in the U.S. State of Washington has announced “Certified Best Christian Workplaces” with 310 global faith-based organisations and Christian-owned businesses honored for their work. The ministry said the honors represented a variety of Christian organizations, including churches,parachurch ministries, mission organizations, Christian-owned businesses, Christian schools, and universities. Certified Best Christian Workplaces are spread across the United States, Canada, and
10 Feb, 2026 05:56 EST

Asia Church & Missions Migration

Korean churches lag in migrant ministry, yet interest in growth is high, survey finds

By CDI Staff

Only about 12% of churches in South Korea are currently engaged in ministry to migrants, despite rapid growth in the country’s foreign-born population, according to a new nationwide survey reported by Christian Daily Korea.
9 Feb, 2026 10:23 EST

Asia Religious Freedom

Imprisonment of human rights attorneys in Pakistan condemned

By CDI Staff

The imprisonment of prominent Pakistani human rights attorney couple Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha has triggered strong condemnation from the United Nations, international legal bodies and domestic rights groups.
9 Feb, 2026 06:25 EST

Europe Bible & Theology Church & Missions

Italian Evangelical Alliance raises concerns over ecumenical covenant's impact on evangelism

By CDI Staff

The Italian Evangelical Alliance has raised theological and practical concerns following the signing of a national ecumenical agreement that brings together Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant and some Evangelical and Pentecostal churches in Italy.
8 Feb, 2026 17:40 EST

US & Canada Arts & Media Society & Culture

Actor Tim Allen says he has finished reading the entire Bible: 'Humbled, enlightened and amazed'

By CDI Staff

Actor and comedian Tim Allen said this week that he has completed a full, cover-to-cover reading of the Bible, describing the 13-month process as humbling and transformative.
8 Feb, 2026 17:20 EST

Africa Society & Culture Church & Missions

Kenya election commission and evangelical leaders launch 2027 roadmap amid funding shortfall

By CDI Staff

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK) convened a prayer breakfast Wednesday, Feb. 4, launching a formal partnership ahead of the 2027 General Election aimed at safeguarding the country's democratic process through value-based engagement. The initiative comes as the commission warns it faces a significant shortfall in funding for key pre-election activities.
3 Feb, 2026 09:34 EST

US & Canada Religious Freedom Society & Culture

IRF Summit opens in Washington with call to confront rising religious repression

By CDI Staff

The sixth annual International Religious Freedom Summit opened Monday, Feb. 2, in Washington, D.C., with a call to intensify global advocacy for freedom of belief, as co-chairs warned that religious restrictions and persecution are rising worldwide even as the movement to defend conscience rights gains strength.
2 Feb, 2026 06:14 EST

US & Canada Arts & Media

for KING + COUNTRY release new single ahead of Valentine’s Day, focusing on enduring commitment

By CDI Staff

Grammy Award-winning duo for KING + COUNTRY released a new single, “Ever & Ever Before”, offering a reflection on long-term commitment and marriage rather than the excitement of new romance.
2 Feb, 2026 05:48 EST

Europe Bible & Theology Education

Swiss theological seminary refocuses on core mission, sells properties to ease finances

By CDI Staff

The Theological Seminary St. Chrischona (TSC) announced sweeping changes to its operations, emphasizing its core mission of theological education, restructuring real-estate holdings and reaffirming a strategic partnership with the Institute for Community-Orientated Continuing Education (IGW).
26 Jan, 2026 12:53 EST

US & Canada Data Society & Culture

American public have less trust in church pastors

By CDI Staff

Public trust in members of the clergy in the United States has fallen to a new historic low, according to the latest Honesty and Ethics Survey from Gallup. The data reveals that only 27% of U.S. adults currently rate the honesty and ethics of pastors as high or very high, according to an analysis by Lifeway Research. This figure represents a three-point decline from the previous record low recorded in 2024 and continues a downward trend that has persisted for over a decade.

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