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May 16, 2026
AMHERST, Mass. — High school seniors from rural areas visit Amherst College to decide on enrollment, exploring new paths.
Faith leaders unite for “million acts of hope” to foster unity in Britain, countering division with kindness and solidarity.
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis reduced former county clerk Tina Peters’ sentence, allowing parole eligibility by June 1.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker proposes a $1 fee on rideshare trips to support schools, sparking a debate on its impact.
Open Doors accuses Cuban authorities of jailing a 16-year-old Christian boy and denying him medical care to pressure his parents.
Two IDF soldiers are jailed after desecrating a Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon, highlighting ongoing tensions.
Rumors spread about school kids being confined in boxes by special education teachers, prompting outrage and reforms.
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon defends the Trump administration’s budget proposal amid a heated committee hearing.
People shop at over 8,700 U.S. farmers markets, with 18% being highly engaged, valuing local, fresh food and community.
Rush Doshi discusses the impact of Trump’s tariffs and China’s response.
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A delivery driver paused his busy route to rescue a trapped calf, showcasing compassion that transcends daily pressures and reminds us of our shared responsibility.
In a social media era full of enticing food content, kids refuse bland school meals. Schools adapt to meet demands.
Christian charities urge UK churches to support vulnerable children amid foster care shortages, highlighting fostering’s rewards and challenges.
CSW and 30 groups urge UN to extend Eritrea rapporteur’s mandate, citing ongoing rights abuses and detention concerns.
A survey by Green Christian found only 12% of churches consistently consider ethics in food, urging an ethical policy.
Powell defeated State Sen. John Cavanaugh by 2% in a closely watched race with significant implications for the U.S. House.
Gas price hikes hit low-income Pennsylvanians hardest, forcing tough choices between fuel and essentials like food.
Last week’s elections highlight a loss of trust in the system and politicians, with fragmentation in UK politics.
Attendance has risen for the fifth year, with over 1 million worshippers, marking a year of unbroken growth.
Some experts argue the U.S. is shifting toward “competitive authoritarianism,” where democratic norms are undermined.
Christians in eastern DRC face escalating violence from an Islamic State-linked group, says an Amnesty report.
Louisiana officials have tentatively agreed on a $4.8M settlement with Ronald Greene’s family over his 2019 arrest death.
The pandemic-era decline in U.S. math and reading scores was part of a decade-long “learning recession,” says a report.
Revitalizing the spirit of community and justice within society, drawing upon the rich traditions of the social gospel movement to address contemporary challenges.