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Around the World
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Open For Ceasefire But Doubts Russia’s Intentions
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday he is open to a ceasefire with Russia but warned that Moscow seems “not serious” about peace talks.
Trump Says Iran Nuclear Deal ‘Close,’ Seeks Long-Term Peace While Warning of Military Option
U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that the United States is close to reaching a new agreement with Iran over its nuclear program, expressing optimism about a diplomatic solution that could avert a military confrontation.
Libya’s Capital Facing Worst Clashes In Years
The United Nations has called for calm after the worst fighting in Libya's capital, Tripoli, in years.
Hungary’s Orbán With Russia-Style Law Launching Crackdown On Dissent
Despite ongoing protests, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz party introduced a bill that critics say will lead to a Russia-style crackdown on critics.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Rejects Trump’s Gaza “Freedom Zone” Proposal, Says Land Is Not for Sale
Hamas on Thursday firmly rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to take control of Gaza and transform it into a so-called “freedom zone,” dismissing the idea as a nonstarter and asserting Palestinian sovereignty over the territory.
Trump Proposes U.S. Takeover of Gaza as “Freedom Zone” Amid Rising Tensions in Region
President Donald Trump on Thursday reiterated a controversial proposal for the United States to take control of Gaza, transforming the war-ravaged territory into what he described as a "freedom zone."
Inside the United States
Supreme Court Raises Questions About Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Plan
U.S. Supreme Court justices on Thursday raised concerns about President Donald Trump's plan to make changes to birthright citizenship.
‘Significant’ Welfare Fraud Uncovered During COVID-19 Aid Investigation
In a new investigation, a federal committee tasked with tracking COVID-19 assistance fraud found tens of thousands of dishonest or erroneous Paycheck Protection Program applications.
RFK Jr. Orders FDA Review of Abortion Pill Following New Safety Concerns
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced on May 14 that he has directed the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct a comprehensive review of the abortion pill mifepristone, citing newly surfaced data indicating a significantly higher rate of serious adverse events than previously reported.
Christian News
Islamists Kill Christians In Nigerian States
Islamic militants have targeted Christian communities in several states of Nigeria in recent days, killing and injuring numerous believers, Christians told Worthy News early Friday.
Pakistan Christian Tortured To Death
Authorities have detained a suspect in the May 12 killing of a young Christian man in Pakistan’s Punjab province after hundreds of Christians demanded justice, sources told Worthy News Wednesday.
Worthy Insights
Is the Trump-Bibi Rift Overblown?
Since arriving in the Persian Gulf this week, President Donald Trump has engaged in a flurry of regional diplomacy that in many cases has appeared to sideline Israel’s national security interests.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Open For Ceasefire But Doubts Russia’s Intentions
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday he is open to a ceasefire with Russia but warned that Moscow seems “not serious” about peace talks.
Trump Says Iran Nuclear Deal ‘Close,’ Seeks Long-Term Peace While Warning of Military Option
U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that the United States is close to reaching a new agreement with Iran over its nuclear program, expressing optimism about a diplomatic solution that could avert a military confrontation.
Libya’s Capital Facing Worst Clashes In Years
The United Nations has called for calm after the worst fighting in Libya's capital, Tripoli, in years.
Hungary’s Orbán With Russia-Style Law Launching Crackdown On Dissent
Despite ongoing protests, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz party introduced a bill that critics say will lead to a Russia-style crackdown on critics.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Rejects Trump’s Gaza “Freedom Zone” Proposal, Says Land Is Not for Sale
Hamas on Thursday firmly rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to take control of Gaza and transform it into a so-called “freedom zone,” dismissing the idea as a nonstarter and asserting Palestinian sovereignty over the territory.
Trump Proposes U.S. Takeover of Gaza as “Freedom Zone” Amid Rising Tensions in Region
President Donald Trump on Thursday reiterated a controversial proposal for the United States to take control of Gaza, transforming the war-ravaged territory into what he described as a "freedom zone."
Inside the United States
Supreme Court Raises Questions About Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Plan
U.S. Supreme Court justices on Thursday raised concerns about President Donald Trump's plan to make changes to birthright citizenship.
‘Significant’ Welfare Fraud Uncovered During COVID-19 Aid Investigation
In a new investigation, a federal committee tasked with tracking COVID-19 assistance fraud found tens of thousands of dishonest or erroneous Paycheck Protection Program applications.
RFK Jr. Orders FDA Review of Abortion Pill Following New Safety Concerns
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced on May 14 that he has directed the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct a comprehensive review of the abortion pill mifepristone, citing newly surfaced data indicating a significantly higher rate of serious adverse events than previously reported.
Christian News
Islamists Kill Christians In Nigerian States
Islamic militants have targeted Christian communities in several states of Nigeria in recent days, killing and injuring numerous believers, Christians told Worthy News early Friday.
Pakistan Christian Tortured To Death
Authorities have detained a suspect in the May 12 killing of a young Christian man in Pakistan’s Punjab province after hundreds of Christians demanded justice, sources told Worthy News Wednesday.
Worthy Insights
Is the Trump-Bibi Rift Overblown?
Since arriving in the Persian Gulf this week, President Donald Trump has engaged in a flurry of regional diplomacy that in many cases has appeared to sideline Israel’s national security interests.
Around the World
Russia’s Putin Skips Peace Talks In Istanbul
The Kremlin says Russian President Vladimir Putin won’t attend Thursday peace talks in Istanbul despite calls from Ukraine and the United States to participate.
Trump Secures $1.2 Trillion in Economic Commitments from Qatar, Including Record Boeing Deal
The White House announced on Wednesday that it has secured economic commitments worth at least $1.2 trillion from Qatar, including a historic commercial aviation deal for Boeing jetliners and GE Aerospace engines.
Trump Lifts Syria Sanctions, Meets President al-Sharaa in Historic Middle East Overture
President Donald Trump’s decision to lift U.S. sanctions on Syria has triggered nationwide celebrations in the war-torn country and reverberated through diplomatic circles across the Middle East.
Indonesia Mourning Tourists Killed In Boat Tragedy
The tourist industry on Indonesia's island has been plunged into mourning after authorities confirmed at least eight domestic tourists were killed and 34 others injured after a wooden vessel sank in Indonesia's Bengkulu province. Previous estimates spoke of seven killed.
Iran, European Powers to Resume Nuclear Deal Talks in Istanbul Amid U.S. Negotiations
Iranian and European officials are set to meet in Istanbul on May 16 to revive discussions on the stalled 2015 nuclear agreement, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirmed.
Hungary’s Opposition Leader Files Charges Against Premier In Spy Row
Hungary’s prominent opposition leader says he will press charges against the prime minister for suggesting that he collaborates with Ukraine against Hungarian interests.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Defends Skipping Israel Visit, Credits U.S. for Hostage Release Amid Gaza Talks
President Donald Trump defended his decision to skip a stop in Israel during his ongoing Middle East visit, asserting that his efforts in the region are ultimately beneficial to the Jewish state, despite speculation that Israel is being sidelined.
Israel Intercepts Missile From Yemen as Houthis Vow to Keep Targeting Israel Despite US Ceasefire Deal
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed on Wednesday that it intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen, as Iran-backed Houthi terrorist organization claimed responsibility for the attack.
Inside the United States
$3.8 Trillion Bill Codifying Trump Tax Cuts Passes House Committee
After 17 hours of debate, lawmakers on the House Ways and Means Committee voted along party lines to advance Republicans’ $3.8 trillion tax cut bill, a significant step forward in codifying President Donald Trump’s campaign priorities through the budget reconciliation process.
Federal Judge Upholds Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act for Gang Member Deportations, But Demands Due Process Protections
A federal judge on Tuesday upheld the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to deport Venezuelan nationals affiliated with the Tren de Aragua gang, designating them as members of a "foreign terrorist organization." However, the judge also ruled that the administration has failed to provide adequate notice to those subject to deportation under the statute.
Christian News
Abducted Christian Asher Atray Murdered In Pakistan
Asher Atray, the young Christian lineman of Pakistan’s Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) who was abducted last month, has been killed, Christians confirmed Tuesday.
Worthy Insights
The US appears ready to sell Turkey advanced stealth aircraft, and Israel is worried
Senior Israeli officials confirmed Tuesday that Israel has conveyed messages to the Trump administration opposing the potential sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to Turkey, citing concerns over a possible erosion of Israel’s qualitative military edge in the region.
Judge Rules Drag Show with ‘Lewd Sexual Acts’ Can Take Place Very Close to Kid’s Park
A U.S. District Judge has issued a preliminary injunction allowing a "grossly inappropriate, and sexually explicit drag show," to be held in view of children at a June 7 "pride" festival, a non-profit legal group reports.
Noah’s Ark site’s ‘fully preserved’ secrets discovered in radar scans by scientists: ‘Not what you’d expect to see’
American researchers claim to have cracked one of the Bible’s enduring mysteries — after using radar technology to map the possible remains of Noah’s Ark.
Russia’s Putin Skips Peace Talks In Istanbul
The Kremlin says Russian President Vladimir Putin won’t attend Thursday peace talks in Istanbul despite calls from Ukraine and the United States to participate.
Trump Secures $1.2 Trillion in Economic Commitments from Qatar, Including Record Boeing Deal
The White House announced on Wednesday that it has secured economic commitments worth at least $1.2 trillion from Qatar, including a historic commercial aviation deal for Boeing jetliners and GE Aerospace engines.
Trump Lifts Syria Sanctions, Meets President al-Sharaa in Historic Middle East Overture
President Donald Trump’s decision to lift U.S. sanctions on Syria has triggered nationwide celebrations in the war-torn country and reverberated through diplomatic circles across the Middle East.
Indonesia Mourning Tourists Killed In Boat Tragedy
The tourist industry on Indonesia's island has been plunged into mourning after authorities confirmed at least eight domestic tourists were killed and 34 others injured after a wooden vessel sank in Indonesia's Bengkulu province. Previous estimates spoke of seven killed.
Iran, European Powers to Resume Nuclear Deal Talks in Istanbul Amid U.S. Negotiations
Iranian and European officials are set to meet in Istanbul on May 16 to revive discussions on the stalled 2015 nuclear agreement, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirmed.
Hungary’s Opposition Leader Files Charges Against Premier In Spy Row
Hungary’s prominent opposition leader says he will press charges against the prime minister for suggesting that he collaborates with Ukraine against Hungarian interests.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Defends Skipping Israel Visit, Credits U.S. for Hostage Release Amid Gaza Talks
President Donald Trump defended his decision to skip a stop in Israel during his ongoing Middle East visit, asserting that his efforts in the region are ultimately beneficial to the Jewish state, despite speculation that Israel is being sidelined.
Israel Intercepts Missile From Yemen as Houthis Vow to Keep Targeting Israel Despite US Ceasefire Deal
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed on Wednesday that it intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen, as Iran-backed Houthi terrorist organization claimed responsibility for the attack.
Inside the United States
$3.8 Trillion Bill Codifying Trump Tax Cuts Passes House Committee
After 17 hours of debate, lawmakers on the House Ways and Means Committee voted along party lines to advance Republicans’ $3.8 trillion tax cut bill, a significant step forward in codifying President Donald Trump’s campaign priorities through the budget reconciliation process.
Federal Judge Upholds Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act for Gang Member Deportations, But Demands Due Process Protections
A federal judge on Tuesday upheld the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to deport Venezuelan nationals affiliated with the Tren de Aragua gang, designating them as members of a "foreign terrorist organization." However, the judge also ruled that the administration has failed to provide adequate notice to those subject to deportation under the statute.
Christian News
Abducted Christian Asher Atray Murdered In Pakistan
Asher Atray, the young Christian lineman of Pakistan’s Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) who was abducted last month, has been killed, Christians confirmed Tuesday.
Worthy Insights
The US appears ready to sell Turkey advanced stealth aircraft, and Israel is worried
Senior Israeli officials confirmed Tuesday that Israel has conveyed messages to the Trump administration opposing the potential sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to Turkey, citing concerns over a possible erosion of Israel’s qualitative military edge in the region.
Judge Rules Drag Show with ‘Lewd Sexual Acts’ Can Take Place Very Close to Kid’s Park
A U.S. District Judge has issued a preliminary injunction allowing a "grossly inappropriate, and sexually explicit drag show," to be held in view of children at a June 7 "pride" festival, a non-profit legal group reports.
Noah’s Ark site’s ‘fully preserved’ secrets discovered in radar scans by scientists: ‘Not what you’d expect to see’
American researchers claim to have cracked one of the Bible’s enduring mysteries — after using radar technology to map the possible remains of Noah’s Ark.
Around the World
Trump Warns Iran: “Time to Choose” as Nuclear Talks Stall
In a forceful address delivered from an investor forum in the Saudi capital, President Donald Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Iran, declaring that the Islamic Republic must choose between diplomatic engagement or face severe consequences over its nuclear ambitions.
China Courts Latin America in High-Stakes Beijing Summit Amid U.S. Trade Tensions
China is rolling out the red carpet for Latin America this week, hosting a high-level summit with regional leaders just days after reaching a tentative truce with Washington in their ongoing trade war.
Trump to Lift Sanctions on Syria In Major Policy Shift
In a sweeping shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he will lift all sanctions against Syria, following discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The move comes on the eve of a highly anticipated meeting with Syria's Islamist President Ahmed al-Sharaa, a former al Qaeda commander who rose to power after the ousting of Bashar al-Assad.
Trump Secures $600 Billion in Deals on First Stop of Mideast Tour
President Donald Trump began his Middle East tour in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, signing more than $600 billion in agreements, including a record $142 billion arms deal.
Pro-Palestine Protesters Sue Dutch Major For Breaking Up Rally
Five pro-Palestine activists have filed charges against a Dutch royal decorated army officer who ended their protest by dragging one of the demonstrators away.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Vows No End to Gaza War Until Hamas Is Destroyed, Despite Possible Temporary Ceasefire for Hostage Deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Monday that Israel may agree to a temporary ceasefire to facilitate the release of hostages, but stressed unequivocally that the war against Hamas will not end until the terror group is completely defeated.
Hamas Leader Muhammad Sinwar Targeted in Israeli Strike on Gaza Hospital, Fate Unknown
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) targeted Hamas’s de facto military leader in Gaza, Muhammad Sinwar, in a major airstrike on Tuesday afternoon, striking what Israeli intelligence identified as an underground command center beneath the European Hospital in Khan Younis.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court Takes Aim at Nationwide Injunctions as Trump Challenges Birthright Citizenship Rulings
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a landmark case Thursday that could significantly limit the power of lower court judges to block presidential policies nationwide — a tool increasingly used in recent years against both Republican and Democratic administrations.
Mexican Nationals Charged With Operating Human Smuggling Ring Through Canada
Four Mexican nationals illegally living in three states were charged Monday on multiple human smuggling counts at the U.S.-Canada border.
FDA Moves to Take Kids’ Prescription Fluoride Tablets Off the Market
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday that it is going to remove fluoride prescription drug products for children from the market.
Christian News
Messianic Leader Eitan Bar Faces Prison Time Amid Trial Targeting Christian Outreach in Israel
Eitan Bar, a well-known Messianic Jewish evangelist and former leader at ONE FOR ISRAEL, announced on social media that he could face up to six months in prison as a result of an ongoing legal case targeting his evangelistic work in Israel.
Worthy Insights
GOP Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Make Pornography a Federal Crime
Congressional Republicans have proposed new legislation that would overhaul the legal definition of obscenity and give the federal government more power to prosecute online pornography.
Planned Parenthood boasts of continuing abortions
The country’s largest abortion provider received over $2 billion in public and private funding during the fiscal year ending in June of 2023, according to the 2023-2024 annual report released Monday. About $684 million came from private contributions while about $792 million came from taxpayer dollars through government grants, contracts, and Medicaid reimbursements. Planned Parenthood’s taxpayer funding has increased by 50% since 2013, according to the pro-life Charlotte Lozier Institute.
‘Glow’ From Humans Stops At Death, Study Says. Here’s Why Understanding It Could Save Lives.
A new study of ultraweak photon emission, the process in which organisms exhibit a spontaneous emission of light without an external excitation, used a technology to demonstrate that the glow from that process ends upon death, a technology that may be used in the future to aid in the detection of human disease.
Israeli archaeologists resume excavations at ancient capital of biblical kingdom
For the first time in decades, Israeli archaeologists resumed excavations at Sebastia on Monday, aiming to preserve what was once the capital of the Biblical Kingdom of Israel and make it accessible to the public.
DOJ launches investigation into Texas mosque over proposed Muslim community
The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an investigation into a proposed Muslim community development in North Texas, citing concerns over potential violations of federal law.
Trump Warns Iran: “Time to Choose” as Nuclear Talks Stall
In a forceful address delivered from an investor forum in the Saudi capital, President Donald Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Iran, declaring that the Islamic Republic must choose between diplomatic engagement or face severe consequences over its nuclear ambitions.
China Courts Latin America in High-Stakes Beijing Summit Amid U.S. Trade Tensions
China is rolling out the red carpet for Latin America this week, hosting a high-level summit with regional leaders just days after reaching a tentative truce with Washington in their ongoing trade war.
Trump to Lift Sanctions on Syria In Major Policy Shift
In a sweeping shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he will lift all sanctions against Syria, following discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The move comes on the eve of a highly anticipated meeting with Syria's Islamist President Ahmed al-Sharaa, a former al Qaeda commander who rose to power after the ousting of Bashar al-Assad.
Trump Secures $600 Billion in Deals on First Stop of Mideast Tour
President Donald Trump began his Middle East tour in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, signing more than $600 billion in agreements, including a record $142 billion arms deal.
Pro-Palestine Protesters Sue Dutch Major For Breaking Up Rally
Five pro-Palestine activists have filed charges against a Dutch royal decorated army officer who ended their protest by dragging one of the demonstrators away.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Vows No End to Gaza War Until Hamas Is Destroyed, Despite Possible Temporary Ceasefire for Hostage Deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Monday that Israel may agree to a temporary ceasefire to facilitate the release of hostages, but stressed unequivocally that the war against Hamas will not end until the terror group is completely defeated.
Hamas Leader Muhammad Sinwar Targeted in Israeli Strike on Gaza Hospital, Fate Unknown
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) targeted Hamas’s de facto military leader in Gaza, Muhammad Sinwar, in a major airstrike on Tuesday afternoon, striking what Israeli intelligence identified as an underground command center beneath the European Hospital in Khan Younis.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court Takes Aim at Nationwide Injunctions as Trump Challenges Birthright Citizenship Rulings
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a landmark case Thursday that could significantly limit the power of lower court judges to block presidential policies nationwide — a tool increasingly used in recent years against both Republican and Democratic administrations.
Mexican Nationals Charged With Operating Human Smuggling Ring Through Canada
Four Mexican nationals illegally living in three states were charged Monday on multiple human smuggling counts at the U.S.-Canada border.
FDA Moves to Take Kids’ Prescription Fluoride Tablets Off the Market
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday that it is going to remove fluoride prescription drug products for children from the market.
Christian News
Messianic Leader Eitan Bar Faces Prison Time Amid Trial Targeting Christian Outreach in Israel
Eitan Bar, a well-known Messianic Jewish evangelist and former leader at ONE FOR ISRAEL, announced on social media that he could face up to six months in prison as a result of an ongoing legal case targeting his evangelistic work in Israel.
Worthy Insights
GOP Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Make Pornography a Federal Crime
Congressional Republicans have proposed new legislation that would overhaul the legal definition of obscenity and give the federal government more power to prosecute online pornography.
Planned Parenthood boasts of continuing abortions
The country’s largest abortion provider received over $2 billion in public and private funding during the fiscal year ending in June of 2023, according to the 2023-2024 annual report released Monday. About $684 million came from private contributions while about $792 million came from taxpayer dollars through government grants, contracts, and Medicaid reimbursements. Planned Parenthood’s taxpayer funding has increased by 50% since 2013, according to the pro-life Charlotte Lozier Institute.
‘Glow’ From Humans Stops At Death, Study Says. Here’s Why Understanding It Could Save Lives.
A new study of ultraweak photon emission, the process in which organisms exhibit a spontaneous emission of light without an external excitation, used a technology to demonstrate that the glow from that process ends upon death, a technology that may be used in the future to aid in the detection of human disease.
Israeli archaeologists resume excavations at ancient capital of biblical kingdom
For the first time in decades, Israeli archaeologists resumed excavations at Sebastia on Monday, aiming to preserve what was once the capital of the Biblical Kingdom of Israel and make it accessible to the public.
DOJ launches investigation into Texas mosque over proposed Muslim community
The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an investigation into a proposed Muslim community development in North Texas, citing concerns over potential violations of federal law.