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Russia's New Policy
After many protests were formulated about Russia's way of dealing with journalists, the Russian government decided to change the way they look to organizations from abroad. The rollback of freedom rights are felt in the non-governmental organizations and human right associations, all these made possible by a decree of law signed by president Putin (...)

New Dutch Bible Spires Controversy
Following the publishing of the new Bible version in Dutch, which ignores entire passages referring to social justice and money, several Bible associations and Churches formulated their disapproval. This version of the Bible is intended to attract new markets and to be more market oriented (...)

Pope's Visit to Turkey Confirmed
After failing to issue last year its own invitation addressed to Pope Benedict XVI, the Turkish govern finally formulated its invitation. This means Pope's visit would take place on November 30, when Constantinople will celebrate the feast of its protector, Saint Andrew. The visit will include trips to Smyrna, Ephesus, but also meetings with Armenian Apostolic Patriarch Mesrop II and other Jewish, Evangelical and Muslim leaders (...)

John Paul II TV Miniseries
Jon Voight will play the role of John Paul II in a TV miniseries inspired by the life and activity of the late bishop of Rome. Although better known for his "gigolo" roles in his prime years and for the action movies he played in, Jon Voight expressed his admiration for the Polish Pope and traveled to Poland and Vatican in order to document his role (...)

Ethiopia on the Map of Violence
Since this summer, Christians in Ethiopia have been subjected to repeated attacks conducted by Muslims. Between October 14 and 15, five Christians were killed in riots and attacks. This comes after another attack took place in early October, burning three religious centers, 800 houses and 10 people were killed. Find here more (...)

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