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Man who killed 11 people in Pittsburgh synagogue sentenced to death

Robert Bowers, who killed 11 people at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh in 2018, has received a death sentence. Rabbi Jeffrey Myers of the Tree of Life synagogue celebrated the ...

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Volunteers from area churches help remodel Smithville building to serve veterans

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A former nursing care facility in Smithville is being remodeled to provide services to aging veterans, thanks to the help of Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries. Volunteer disaster relief workers from the ...

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FBI targeting Catholics was more extensive than reported

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The FBI targeted traditionalist Catholics as potential terrorists was more extensive than previously admitted, House Republicans say. Republican leadership on the House Judiciary Committee revealed in a letter sent to FBI Director ...

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Did occultic themes doom “Haunted Mansion” at the box office?

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Disney continues to pay the price for abandoning family-friendly entertainment. The movie “Haunted Mansion” underperformed at the box office in its opening weekend. The live-action remake of the 2003 movie by the ...

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Babylon Bee shares amusing look at denominational definitions

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Keeping track of the many Christian denominations (and those that pretend to be Christian) can be confusing at times. The Babylon Bee offers a tongue-in-cheek guide in the spirit of fun. Anglicans. ...

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Jesus as Ken and Mary as Barbie?

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The planned relaunch of Jesus Ken and Barbie Virgin Mary dolls in Argentina is being criticized by Catholic groups and others. This comes after the international success of Greta Gerwig’s controversial “Barbie” ...

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Partisan gaps continue to grow on numerous issues, Gallup poll finds

The partisan gap between Republicans and Democrats on important issues is growing wider. “Political polarization since 2003 has increased most significantly on issues related to federal government power, global warming and the ...

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“It’s not there”: Death toll rises as Hawaiians mourn loss of historic capital

The death toll is rising by the hour as authorities search the Hawaiian island of Maui, centered around the ancient capital of Lahaina. Wildfires continue to scour large sections of the island ...

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“A Band Called Love Song” documentary tells compelling story behind “Jesus Revolution”

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In a memorable scene from the hit movie “Jesus Revolution,” the charismatic hippie pastor Lonnie Frisbee introduces the reserved Pastor Chuck Smith to the rock band Love Song. Although it makes for ...

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Actor Dennis Quaid shares faith journey in new album “Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners”

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Actor Dennis Quaid, who transformed his life from struggling with drugs to returning to his Christian roots, has released a new album, “Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners.” He recently shared his ...

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Bottt Radio Network founder Dick Bott inducted into Missouri Broadcasters Hall of Fame

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Dick Bott, founder of Bott Radio Network, was inducted into the Missouri Broadcasters Hall of Fame earlier this summer. Isabella Fernandez, Bott’s great-granddaughter and College of the Ozarks communications major, served as ...

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Jews, Christians must work together says leader of Israel365

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The young founder of Israel365 believes it’s time in the prophetic biblical timeline for Jews and Christians to work together. “God had a very specific plan for specific people to be in ...

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Investors must admit to ESG considerations under new Missouri rule

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Financial advisers and institutions in Missouri must have clients sign disclosure forms when an investment option could rely on environment, social and governance scores or prioritize elements that may not yield maximum ...

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Moody Bible Institute seeks court protection for its view on women in ministry

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Moody Bible Institute in Chicago has asked a federal appeals court to protect its religious beliefs regarding men and women in leadership. It is in response to a lawsuit by a former ...

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Family wins $18 million judgement against Chinese fentanyl cartel

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In a first-of-its kind judgment against an illicit manufacturing and trafficking organization, an Ohio judge has issued an $18 million judgment against the heng cartel. It is the maximum punitive damages allowed under ...

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Newly discovered Mosaics tell two stories about Samson

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Archaeologists have discovered mosaics featuring Samson and other Old Testament stories in the ancient Jewish village of Huqoq, which is located in Israel’s Lower Galilee. Jodi Magness, an archaeologist and professor of ...

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Rescue of Jews by U.S. troops confirmed by newly found videos from World War II

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Newly discovered videos have confirmed the so-called “Miracle at Farsleben,” in which U.S. troops rescued Jews headed toward their death in a Nazi death camp during World War II. Since the video ...

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Liberty University mourns death of freshman football player

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Liberty University is mourning the death of Tajh Boyd, a freshman offensive lineman on the Flames’ football team. “It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the loss of ...

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Self-avowed Marxist takes over American Library Association

The backlash against the self-proclaimed Marxist president of the American Library Association is growing. Emily Drabinski took over as president of the ALA in July. The association is the largest nonprofit trade ...

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Latest strain of COVID is like the common cold

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Do you have a slight cold? It could be the latest variant of COVID. The Omicron subvariant EG.5 is now the primary variant in the United States and, like other sub-variants, is ...

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Where to Find Happiness

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Have you ever said to a friend or family member, “I just want you to be happy.” as they were considering marriage, a new job or some other major decision? Where does happiness ...

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Several measures to boost student safety will take effect in Missouri this school year

Missouri families preparing to send their children back to school later this month may notice several steps the state is taking to increase school security. Legislators approved recommendations from the governor’s office ...

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Tomato troubles? Here’s some tips

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Extreme heat, drought, torrential rains, and hungry critters may be wreaking havoc on your garden. After weeding, watering, and waiting you may be finding less, diseased, or misshapen tomatoes. Don’t give up. ...

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Concerned citizens in 44 states held “See You at the Library” events Saturday

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Americans in 44 states visited 260 libraries across the nation on Saturday for the first “See You at the Library” event. “Conservatives and Christians have complained that they don’t have a seat ...

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Bishop backtracks about not using “our father” in Lord’s Prayer

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An Anglican archbishop is walking back earlier controversial comments about using the phrase “our father” in prayer. Steve Cottrell, the archbishop of York, had suggested that the reference might be problematic for ...

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