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‘Speak truth to power’: Church bodies demand accountability after Tanzania poll violence
Church groups have condemned what they describe as grave human rights abuses and deadly state violence in Tanzania, urging authorities to halt the crackdown and protect basic freedoms following a disputed national election. -
'Election not selection': Christians in Pakistan demand equality in new election law
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'A great cloud of witnesses’: Baylor dedicates memorial honoring enslaved people who built the university
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Christians Against Poverty appoints David Nussbaum as new chair of trustees, calling him a ‘man of faith’
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One-woman performance brings 1723 letter from enslaved person to life in Anglican church
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Evangelical Fellowship of India mourns victims of Delhi blast, calls for peace
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Korean expert panel raises concerns over underreported chemical abortion risks, notes 61% of women report pressure to abort
Legal and medical experts in South Korea are warning that chemical abortion—often promoted as a “safe” and “empowering” option for women—is leading to severe health complications and, in many cases, is being carried out under coercion rather than genuine choice. -

'AI must remain under human control,' say Christian and Jewish leaders in new statement on ethical boundaries for AI
Christian and Jewish leaders have signed a landmark interfaith declaration urging that Artificial Intelligence be developed and deployed within ethical boundaries that preserve human dignity, prevent harm, and ensure the technology remains under human control. -

World Vision partners with local churches, mobilizes aid efforts in Caribbean islands after Hurricane Melissa
Millions across the Caribbean are reeling in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Atlantic, with children among the most vulnerable as communities face widespread devastation, unsafe shelter, hunger, and disrupted schooling, according to World Vision. -

Evangelical body in US urges Trump administration to reconsider plan to drastically cut refugee admissions
The National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) has urged President Donald Trump’s administration to reverse its decision to cut U.S. refugee admissions to the lowest level in history — a move faith leaders warn will leave persecuted Christians and other vulnerable groups without refuge. -

Historic prayer meeting with Argentinian President Milei on the Day of Evangelical Churches
As part of the implementation of Law 27741, passed by Argentina’s Chamber of Deputies and Senate in 2024, a prayer event was held on Monday at the Casa Rosada (the Presidential Palace) in observance of the Day of Evangelical Churches. The event was attended by President Javier Milei, Presidential Secretary General Karina Milei, Chief of Cabinet Manuel Adorni, and Minister of the Interior Diego Santilli. -

BBC accused of internal censorship over trans coverage amid leaked memo and rebuke of veteran presenter Martine Croxall
The BBC is facing scrutiny over its handling of transgender-related issues, following two separate reports that have ignited debate about editorial impartiality and internal culture at Britain’s public broadcaster. A leaked internal memo reported by The Telegraph on Tuesday (Nov. 5) alleges that a small group of LGBT reporters at the BBC have exerted “effective censorship” over coverage of gender-identity issues. -

Mission to Seafarers prepares global outreach to bring Christmas cheer to sailors far from home
The Mission to Seafarers (MtS) is preparing major outreach efforts to support sailors spending Christmas far from home. Founded in 1856, the Christian welfare charity provides practical, emotional, and spiritual care to maritime workers. More than 1.89 million seafarers transport 90 percent of the world’s trade, often enduring long months away from family.
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From mission field to mission force: Indonesia's churches aim to send 30,000 missionaries by 2033
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Singapore Statement calls Majority World missions to greater self-reliance and South-South partnership
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Filipino churches launch movement towards family discipleship amid rising concerns over changing social values
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Christian ministries deliver 750 solar-powered audio Bibles to displaced families in DR Congo
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Authorities in Egypt hold Christian incommunicado