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Missionary shares challenges trafficking victims face after rescue

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When Tess Franzen shares about human trafficking and rescuing those who are being trafficked, there’s a distinct tone in her voice that’s difficult to describe. Passionate patience? Intense composure? Perhaps loving endurance? ...

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5 family-friendly things for August entertainment includes ‘The Waltons’ and Kirk Cameron

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Some children try to sneak a peek at movies they shouldn’t watch. That sometimes happens at my house, too, but more recently, it’s been something far more vanilla – “The Waltons.” Yes, ...

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Poll shows Americans not convinced by blurring of genders

The media and the Academy Awards may be blurring the differences between men and women, but most Americans aren’t buying it, according to a Pew poll. The Pew Research Center released a ...

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For $50K you could own a Bible that went to the Moon

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For the collector who has almost everything, there’s a chance this week to claim ownership of a Bible that literally was out of this world. It went to the moon! A Los ...

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Ride the Ducks tragedy also took life of pastor who often drove the boat

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Funeral services are being planned for a pastor who died in the freak ducks boat accident that also took the lives of 16 others on Table Rock Lake near Branson last week. ...

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Is Canada covering up latest terrorist attack in Toronto?

Toronto Police Chief Mark Saunders is contending they have found no evidence to support the Islamic State group’s claim of responsibility for Sunday’s mass shooting in Canada that killed two and injured ...

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Top 3 ways to get fit when you don’t have much time

Getting fit has been on your list of things to do for as long as you can remember but you just don’t have the time. Even when you get motivated and declare ...

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Condoms for kindergarteners? Parents given more say

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State lawmakers across the nation are being asked to do more to protect the rights of parents to know about what types of sex information their kdis are being exposed to at ...

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Hollywood inserting itself into Missouri Prop A measure

Hollywood is inserting itself into Missouri’s Aug. 7 election as Unions attempt to repeal the state’s Right to Work law by opposing Proposition A. Actor John Goodman of “Roseanne” fame and a ...

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Wynter Pitts, author and mother of War Room actress dies unexpectedly

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Wynter Pitts, author and mother of War Room actress Alena Pitts, died unexpectedly Tuesday night. In a Facebook post, Alena shared the sad news about her mom with fans and friends: “On ...

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“Me Again!” pro-life bus ads banned in Indiana

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A pro-life group in Indiana is fighting back after a government-run public transit company rejected its bus ad aimed at educating the public about the humanity of unborn children. The incident unfolded ...

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Moved from Turkish prison, American pastor may be near release

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Behind the scenes negotiations by President Trump with his Turkish counterpart may have payed off as American Pastor Andrew Brunson has been moved out of prison and put under house arrest in ...

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‘I Prayed With Him’ NFL Saints Mitchell Loewen says of crash victim

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New Orleans Saints defensive lineman Mitchell Loewen is being hailed a hero after he prayed and rescued a man pinned inside of a vehicle due to a bizarre accident. According to Times-Picayune, ...

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New law will let counties tax cell phones for 911 service

A law beginning in August is meant to let Missouri counties collect a fee from cell phone users for local 911 services. If approved by a state 911 oversight board and local ...

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Another racism hoax: Waiter admits forging receipt

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Earlier this week, Khalil Cavil claimed he was “sick to his stomach” after he received the note while working at the Saltgrass Steak House in Odessa, Texas – but it has since ...

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Top 10 ways to launch a successful school year

As an educator, I see and hear from numerous families regarding the struggles of heading back to school. While some parents rejoice at the idea of returning to normalcy, others have difficulty ...

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Secret Service security high as President comes to town

Kansas City will host the leader of the free world today as, for the first time since taking the office, President Donald Trump comes to town. The president is scheduled to attend ...

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Iranian pastor arrested again, sent to infamous prison

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Iranian security forces raided the home of Pastor Yousef Nadarkhani on Sunday, where they beat him in front of his family and tasered one of his son’s, according to a human rights ...

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Soldiers singing ‘Amazing Grace’ will give you goosebumps

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With so much junk available to view online, a refreshing change is offered in a video of soldiers singing a soulful rendition of “Amazing Grace” is attracting millions of views online. The ...

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North Korea begins dismantling ballistic missile facilities

North Korea has started dismantling key facilities at a rocket-engine test center, a group of experts said Monday, potentially marking a significant step after last month’s historic summit between Kim Jong Un and President Donald ...

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Ambassador Nikki Haley cites Jesus for support of Israel

United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley delivered the keynote address before an audience of thousands at the Christians United for Israel Summit in DC Monday night. The crowd honored Haley with a standing ...

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Woman convicted for arson that killed two firefighters

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A nail salon manager was convicted Monday on two counts of second-degree murder and one count of first-degree arson in connection with a fire that killed two Kansas City firefighters. Jackson County circuit ...

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New poll shows what Americans think is mainstream in politics

A majority of respondents in a new NBC/Wall Street Journal poll of registered voters said Democratic congressional candidates are out of step with most Americans and the mainstream. Asked whether Democrat candidates’ ...

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How one cyber attack could kill 90% of U.S.

WASHINGTON – In the past eight months, federal authorities have issued public warnings about foreign hackers penetrating the US  power grid and other critical infrastructure. Cyber security experts say the intent is ...

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Jury awards $4.7B in baby powder cancer lawsuit

A jury has awarded nearly $4.7 billion in total damages to 22 women and their families after they claimed asbestos in Johnson & Johnson talcum powder contributed to their ovarian cancer in ...

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