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    Jesus Christ’s Return to Earth

    Roughly as many Americans say Jesus Christ will return to earth in the next 40 years (41%) as say he won’t make an appearance by 2050.

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    World War III and Nuclear Terrorism

    Nearly six-in-ten Americans predict another world war will break out within the next 40 years; 53% foresee a nuclear attack on the U.S. by terrorists.

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    Support for Educating Boys and Girls

    Publics in 18 of 22 countries disagree with the notion that a university education is more important for a boy than for a girl.

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    I Use an App for That

    While cell phone ownership remained stable, usage of eight cell phone applications grew significantly over the past year among cell owners.

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    Young Adults: App Addicted

    Young adults are significantly more likely than those in other age groups to engage in all cell phone applications.

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    Proud Patriots

    About 8-in-10 Americans say they are extremely proud (52%) or very proud (31%) to be an American.

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    China Ascendant

    In 20 countries surveyed in each of the last three years, the 2010 Pew Global Attitudes survey finds the median number naming China as the world’s leading economy has risen from 20% to 31%.

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