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Apology Issued by Pastor Bobby Leonard for Controversial Sermon Statements

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Pastor Bobby Leonard Apologized For His Remarks During Sermon About Sexual Assault

N.C. Rev. Bobby Leonard, at Bible Baptist Tabernacle Church on Walkup Avenue in Monroe, who had served as a pastor for a decade, apologized after facing backlash for comments he made during a sermon about sexual assault victims.

The pastor in a sermon last summer had made objectionable comments linking women who have been the target of sexual assault to how they dress.

The clip of the sermon delivered by Bobby Leonard of Bible Baptist Tabernacle was shared on X by Bad Preacher Clips.

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The group regularly posts clips of sermons shared primarily by preachers leading independent fundamental Baptist congregations.

Leonard said during the summer sermon,

“You will find more women in those places with shorts than you will women with pants and dresses put together. If you dress like that and you get raped, and I’m on the jury, he’s going to go free … because you know, a man is a man. A man is a man.”

The comment drew sharp criticism, with many deriding the pastor’s comments as chauvinist and objectionable.

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Jason King, who has taught Sunday School at various churches in the area, in a scathing reply said that rape is wrong, and it is inconsequential if a woman is walking around in any attire, and even if she is nude, it is a man’s choice whether he does it right or wrong.

Pastor Bobby Leonard Makes Public Apology for Sermon’s Content

There was a message on the church sign Thursday night.

It was Leonard apologizing

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“I am sorry for any hurt,”

“I was wrong.”

it read.

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Post the apology from Bobby Leonard, King said that it is a good sign and people were awaiting something of this sort. However, most people were disappointed that the church did not take cognizance of the matter for so long.

The video is from August 2023, which showed Pastor Bobby Leonard in the pulpit at Bible Baptist Tabernacle commenting that a woman who wears short dresses welcomes sexual assault.

The video, which had 3 million views online, evoked a harsh reaction, which culminated with the pastor apologizing.

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Leonard started Bible Baptist Tabernacle 40 years ago.

When reporters contacted Bible Baptist Tabernacle on Thursday afternoon to get the pastor’s account of the story, his staff said that he was declining all interviews and that the Church would issue a written statement, something which never happened.

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Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Heading To Alaska Canceled After Guests Onboard, Here’s How To Get Your Refund or Reimbursement

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Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Heading To Alaska Canceled After Guests Onboard, Here's How To Get Your Refund or Reimbursement

A popular cruise line, Royal Caribbean Cruise, has announced the cancelation of the trip to Alaska. The announcement was made at the last minute, reported USA Today.

Until then, the guests had already onboard ‘Radiance of the Seas.’

The reason behind the cancellation of the trip from the pre-planned route to Vancouver, British Colombia is the repair work on the ship. 

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Meanwhile, it was announced that the guests will receive their 100 percent money back. Moreover, guests who had other prior flight bookings, the luxury cruise will send them reimbursements. 

The letter was delivered to the guests, a part of which reads,

“Despite our best efforts, circumstances beyond our control have delayed our sailing further. Your patience throughout this time [has] not gone unnoticed, and we are immensely grateful for your understanding.”

Initially, the voyage was expected to begin on April 26. However, it was later postponed due to a revised plan until April 28. 

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According to the latest plan, by traveling through the Ketchikan and Icy Strait along with the scenic cruise, the plan was to return back on May 3. 

How to Get Refunds or Reimbursements

Since the sailing has been canceled, Guests have been asked to return home.

Meanwhile, eligible individuals can get their reimbursements or refunds. Here’s how. 

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According to Times Now, customers will receive a 100% refund of their cruise ticket along with a 100% FCC or future cruise credit. FCC can be used on any future Royal Caribbean voyage. 

People first need to notify the company to get reimbursement. 

Passengers are provided with internet on the ship free of charge. This makes it easier for them for their upcoming travels. 

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According to Cruisehive.com, the ship has extended open bar services to passengers until they disembark.

Royal Caribbean is also covering change fees and lodging costs for any affected airline reservations.

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Pakistani Opposition Leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman Criticizes Government, Cites India’s Ascent and Pakistan’s Economic Struggles

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India aiming to be superpower while we beg for funds, says Pakistan leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman

A recent comment from Pakistani opposition leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman is grabbing global attention. During a speech in the National Assembly, he discussed the neighboring country, India, aiming to become a superpower while his home country, Pakistan, is heading towards bankruptcy.

He is from the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) party.

Fazlur Rehman is from the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) party. 

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Pakistan leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman Talks About India 

The Chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan stated,

“In August 1947, India and Pakistan got Independence together. Today, India is dreaming of becoming a global superpower, while we are begging to avoid bankruptcy. Who is responsible for this?” 

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has given Pakistan a $3 billion bailout funding package. The agency has now agreed to disburse its final tranche, while Islamabad is looking to seek more funds from the IMF.

Maulana Fazlur Rehman, Pakistan’s leading right-wing Islamic leader, also targeted the recently held general elections, stating, “The establishment and bureaucracy had no role” in the elections and in running the country.

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He further added,

“Leave this power. Come and sit here [on the opposition benches], and if the PTI is indeed the larger group, then give them the government, the establishment and bureaucracy had no role in achieving this country. What kind of election is this where the losers are not satisfied, and the winners are upset?” 

Rehman also aimed at the failure to implement principles from the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII), which focuses more on Islamic principles.

“We got the country in the name of Islam, but today we have become a secular state. Since 1973, not a single recommendation of the CII has been implemented. How can we be an Islamic country?”

The JUI-F is the arch-rival of PTI and targets the central government, i.e., Imran Khan. After his downfall, JUI-F became part of the coalition government.

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Goldy Brar, Sidhu Moosewala Murder Mastermind Reportedly Shot Dead, Rival Dalla Lakhbhir Claims Responsibility

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Goldy Brar, Sidhu Moosewala Murder Mastermind Reportedly Shot Dead, Rival Dalla Lakhbhir Claims Responsibility

The death news of the mastermind behind has been Sidhu Moosewala Murder has been circulating all over the social media since Wednesday morning. Initially, a News18 report claimed that Goldy Brar had been shot dead. 

It is reported that he was shot on April 30, Tuesday at 5:25 pm. 

As per prevailing allegations, when the accused was standing with a friend in the street, some unknown miscreants arrived. They open fired at him and ran away.

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According to Rozana Spokesman, Lasley Williams, a police officer, reported the media that two people were shifted to the hospital. Moreover, one of them passed away. 

However, Goldy Brar’s news of death is not confirmed yet. Thus, it is not known whether he is dead or alive. 

This incident took a big turn when Lakhbir and Arsh Dalla, two rival gangsters, claimed the responsibility of shooting Goldy Brar to death. 

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Sidhu Moosewala Murder Case

Goldy Brar is allegedly the mastermind behind the murder case of Sidhu Moosewala, the dreaded gangster and Punjabi singer. 

The reports claimed that the gangsters shot Goldy Brar dead at Hotel Fairmount in California. Notably, official confirmation is awaited. 

Goldy Brar was believed to be among the 25 most wanted persons in Canada. He had also been regarded as a fugitive gangster in Canada

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Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu, also popularly known as Sidhu Moosewala, the famous Punjabi singer, was killed on May 29, 2022. It is anticipated, based on the allegations prevailing, that the killing occurred on the orders given by Goldy Brar. 

Who Is Goldy Brar?

Goldy Brar is a fugitive gangster hailing from Punjab, India. His real name is Satinderjeet Singh. Goldy is the son of a former police officer.

He stepped into the world of crime when he got involved in local gang rivalries occurring in Punjab. Soon he graduated to become Punjab’s most wanted by committing bigger crimes. 

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Eventually, Goldy Brar has become one of became Canada’s 25 most wanted people in the present time. His contribution is in the crime actions like supplying illegal firearms and murder. 

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