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Around the World
Serbia Faces Early Elections As Vucic Announces Resignation
Political uncertainty remained Monday in Serbia after Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced he would resign within weeks and call early presidential and parliamentary elections following 18 months of student-led anti-government protests.
Venezuela Quake Death Toll Nears 1,500 As Rescuers Continue Search
Residents of Venezuela’s capital, Caracas, awoke Monday to a fresh aftershock as rescuers raced to find survivors four days after twin earthquakes devastated parts of the country, killing nearly 1,500 people and injuring more than 3,000.
Denmark Mulls Banning Islamic Call To Prayer (Worthy News In-Depth)
Denmark’s immigration minister wants to ban the Islamic public call to prayer, saying “Islamization” has taken up “too much of the public space” and that parts of the Nordic nation resemble “a suburb of Islamabad.”
King Charles’ Revised Palace Role Sparks Christian Concerns (Worthy News Investigation)
Britain’s King Charles III’s official job description has effectively changed from stressing his role as “Head of the Church of England and Defender of the Faith” to describing the monarch as Supreme Governor of the Church of England who “protects the space for Faith” within Britain’s “multi-faith nation.”
Hungary’s Pride Parade Sparks Fresh Debate Over Faith, Family, And Freedom
Walking on eggshells, conservative Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar allowed the Budapest Pride march to proceed over the weekend despite keeping in place legislation that had barred last year’s event.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Moves to Recognize Armenian Christian Genocide by Ottoman Empire
The Israeli government has unanimously approved a proposal to recognize the mass killing of Armenian Christians by the Ottoman Empire during World War I as genocide, a historic step that acknowledges one of the darkest chapters of Christian suffering in the modern Middle East.
Israel Destroys Hezbollah Underground Complex in Southern Lebanon
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) destroyed a major underground Hezbollah complex in southwestern Lebanon on Sunday, uncovering hundreds of weapons, rocket launch silos, and infrastructure the military said was built with Iranian technology and expertise.
Erdogan Pushes for Turkey’s Full Role in European Defense as Tensions With Israel Deepen
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is pressing for Turkey’s full integration into Europe’s defense and security framework, arguing that Ankara’s military strength and NATO role make it indispensable to the continent’s future security.
Inside the United States
Kennedy, Oz Warn More Than 1 Million Obamacare Enrollees Lack Social Security Numbers
More than 1 million people enrolled in Obamacare plans do not have Social Security numbers on file, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced alongside Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, warning that the discovery points to major weaknesses in federal program oversight.
Supreme Court Expands Presidential Firing Power, But Shields FED Official For Now
he Supreme Court on Monday handed President Donald Trump a major victory on executive authority, ruling that he may fire senior officials at powerful regulatory agencies over policy differences, while also preserving procedural limits in a separate case involving the Federal Reserve.
Supreme Court Allows States To Count Mail-In Ballots Received After Election Day
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Monday that states may count mail-in ballots received after Election Day, so long as they were sent on or before Election Day, handing a major defeat to the Republican National Committee and President Donald Trump’s administration in a closely watched election-law battle.
Christian News
Texas Approves Required Bible Readings for Public School Students
The Texas State Board of Education has approved a new required reading list that will place selected Bible passages before millions of public school students, marking one of the most significant moves in decades to restore biblical literacy to American classrooms.
Serbia Faces Early Elections As Vucic Announces Resignation
Political uncertainty remained Monday in Serbia after Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced he would resign within weeks and call early presidential and parliamentary elections following 18 months of student-led anti-government protests.
Venezuela Quake Death Toll Nears 1,500 As Rescuers Continue Search
Residents of Venezuela’s capital, Caracas, awoke Monday to a fresh aftershock as rescuers raced to find survivors four days after twin earthquakes devastated parts of the country, killing nearly 1,500 people and injuring more than 3,000.
Denmark Mulls Banning Islamic Call To Prayer (Worthy News In-Depth)
Denmark’s immigration minister wants to ban the Islamic public call to prayer, saying “Islamization” has taken up “too much of the public space” and that parts of the Nordic nation resemble “a suburb of Islamabad.”
King Charles’ Revised Palace Role Sparks Christian Concerns (Worthy News Investigation)
Britain’s King Charles III’s official job description has effectively changed from stressing his role as “Head of the Church of England and Defender of the Faith” to describing the monarch as Supreme Governor of the Church of England who “protects the space for Faith” within Britain’s “multi-faith nation.”
Hungary’s Pride Parade Sparks Fresh Debate Over Faith, Family, And Freedom
Walking on eggshells, conservative Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar allowed the Budapest Pride march to proceed over the weekend despite keeping in place legislation that had barred last year’s event.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Moves to Recognize Armenian Christian Genocide by Ottoman Empire
The Israeli government has unanimously approved a proposal to recognize the mass killing of Armenian Christians by the Ottoman Empire during World War I as genocide, a historic step that acknowledges one of the darkest chapters of Christian suffering in the modern Middle East.
Israel Destroys Hezbollah Underground Complex in Southern Lebanon
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) destroyed a major underground Hezbollah complex in southwestern Lebanon on Sunday, uncovering hundreds of weapons, rocket launch silos, and infrastructure the military said was built with Iranian technology and expertise.
Erdogan Pushes for Turkey’s Full Role in European Defense as Tensions With Israel Deepen
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is pressing for Turkey’s full integration into Europe’s defense and security framework, arguing that Ankara’s military strength and NATO role make it indispensable to the continent’s future security.
Inside the United States
Kennedy, Oz Warn More Than 1 Million Obamacare Enrollees Lack Social Security Numbers
More than 1 million people enrolled in Obamacare plans do not have Social Security numbers on file, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced alongside Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, warning that the discovery points to major weaknesses in federal program oversight.
Supreme Court Expands Presidential Firing Power, But Shields FED Official For Now
he Supreme Court on Monday handed President Donald Trump a major victory on executive authority, ruling that he may fire senior officials at powerful regulatory agencies over policy differences, while also preserving procedural limits in a separate case involving the Federal Reserve.
Supreme Court Allows States To Count Mail-In Ballots Received After Election Day
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Monday that states may count mail-in ballots received after Election Day, so long as they were sent on or before Election Day, handing a major defeat to the Republican National Committee and President Donald Trump’s administration in a closely watched election-law battle.
Christian News
Texas Approves Required Bible Readings for Public School Students
The Texas State Board of Education has approved a new required reading list that will place selected Bible passages before millions of public school students, marking one of the most significant moves in decades to restore biblical literacy to American classrooms.
Around the World
Europe Heatwave Kills More Than 1,300 As Records Tumble Across Continent (Worthy News In-Depth)
More than 1,300 people died as an extreme heatwave gripped Europe, shattering temperature records across several countries on Sunday, officials said.
UK Inquiry Alleges Predominantly Muslim Grooming Gangs Exploited Children for Decades as Authorities Failed to Act
A newly released report in the United Kingdom alleges that predominantly Muslim grooming gangs exploited vulnerable children across Britain for decades while police, social services, schools, health officials, licensing authorities, and political leaders repeatedly failed to intervene.
Trump Warns Iran It May ‘No Longer Exist’ After U.S. Strikes Missile, Drone Sites
President Donald Trump warned Saturday that the United States may be forced to take far more sweeping military action against Iran after U.S. aircraft struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations and coastal radar sites, which he said were used in renewed violations of a ceasefire agreement.
Trump Threatens 100% Tariff Over European Digital Services Taxes
President Donald Trump threatened Friday to impose a 100% tariff on any country that implements a digital services tax on U.S. technology companies, a move that could add to what analysts estimate is already a $700-per-household burden from existing tariffs.
US Strikes Iranian Targets After Shipping Attack Raises Ceasefire Fears
U.S. forces struck Iranian missile and drone storage facilities overnight after President Donald J. Trump condemned what he called a “foolish” Iranian attack on a commercial cargo ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Venezuela Earthquake Mother Dies Saving Daughter As Death Toll Nears 1,000
As the death toll from Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes approached 1,000 on Friday, stories of courage emerged from the rubble, including that of a young mother who sacrificed her own life to save her toddler daughter.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Hails Israel-Lebanon Framework as ‘Historic Achievement,’ Says Deal Deals Blow to Iran and Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called a new U.S.-brokered framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon a “historic accomplishment,” saying the understandings could move the two countries toward ending hostilities and eventually reaching a peace agreement while dealing a major setback to Iran and its proxy Hezbollah.
Hamas Crushes Planned Gaza Protests Calling for End to Terror Group’s Rule
Hamas moved aggressively Friday to suppress planned protests across the Gaza Strip, using arrests, intimidation, armed patrols, and threats of deadly punishment to prevent Gazans from publicly challenging the terror group’s rule.
Israel, Lebanon Sign U.S.-Backed Framework Agreement Toward Peace
Israel and Lebanon signed a U.S.-backed framework agreement Friday in Washington, a move officials described as a first step toward ending months of conflict along Israel’s northern border and opening the door to a broader peace settlement.
Inside the United States
George and Alex Soros Pour $102.8 Million Into 2026 Midterms, Report Says
Billionaire Democratic donor George Soros and his son Alex Soros have poured $102.8 million into the 2026 midterm election cycle, according to a New York Post review of federal campaign finance filings, placing the family among the most powerful financial forces shaping Democratic politics.
Newsom Calls for National Billionaires’ Tax, Federal Stake in AI Companies
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling for a national tax on billionaires and a federal stake in artificial intelligence companies, positioning himself closer to the Democratic Party’s populist wing as he weighs a possible 2028 presidential bid.
Trump Religious Liberty Commission Urges Stronger Protections for Faith in Schools, Workplaces
The White House Religious Liberty Commission has issued a sweeping set of recommendations aimed at strengthening religious freedom in schools, workplaces, the military, health care and other public institutions, calling for clearer protections for Americans who face discrimination or pressure over expressions of faith.
FBI Says 7,200 Children Rescued From Traffickers and Predators Under Trump Administration
Federal authorities have rescued 7,200 children from traffickers and predators under the Trump administration, marking a 42 percent increase from the previous administration, FBI Director Kash Patel said in a June 25 update.
Trump Declares America Will Remain ‘One Nation Under God,’ Warns Against ‘Godless Communists’
President Donald Trump told Christian conservatives Friday that America’s future depends on preserving faith, freedom, and the nation’s founding convictions, declaring that the United States will always remain “one nation under God.”
Florida Closes ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ After Transferring Detainees
Florida has permanently closed its temporary illegal immigrant holding center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” after all federal detainees were transferred to other facilities, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced June 25.
Christian News
Pakistan Court Acquits Second Christian Of Blasphemy
A court in Pakistan has acquitted a second Christian of blasphemy, just days after another believer was also cleared of similar charges.
Asbury Seminary Removed From UMC Approved List Over Marriage, Sexuality Standards
Asbury Theological Seminary says it has been removed from The United Methodist Church’s list of approved schools for ordination candidates, ending an 80-year relationship after the evangelical institution declined to align with the denomination’s unbiblical positions on marriage and human sexuality.
Europe Heatwave Kills More Than 1,300 As Records Tumble Across Continent (Worthy News In-Depth)
More than 1,300 people died as an extreme heatwave gripped Europe, shattering temperature records across several countries on Sunday, officials said.
UK Inquiry Alleges Predominantly Muslim Grooming Gangs Exploited Children for Decades as Authorities Failed to Act
A newly released report in the United Kingdom alleges that predominantly Muslim grooming gangs exploited vulnerable children across Britain for decades while police, social services, schools, health officials, licensing authorities, and political leaders repeatedly failed to intervene.
Trump Warns Iran It May ‘No Longer Exist’ After U.S. Strikes Missile, Drone Sites
President Donald Trump warned Saturday that the United States may be forced to take far more sweeping military action against Iran after U.S. aircraft struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations and coastal radar sites, which he said were used in renewed violations of a ceasefire agreement.
Trump Threatens 100% Tariff Over European Digital Services Taxes
President Donald Trump threatened Friday to impose a 100% tariff on any country that implements a digital services tax on U.S. technology companies, a move that could add to what analysts estimate is already a $700-per-household burden from existing tariffs.
US Strikes Iranian Targets After Shipping Attack Raises Ceasefire Fears
U.S. forces struck Iranian missile and drone storage facilities overnight after President Donald J. Trump condemned what he called a “foolish” Iranian attack on a commercial cargo ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Venezuela Earthquake Mother Dies Saving Daughter As Death Toll Nears 1,000
As the death toll from Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes approached 1,000 on Friday, stories of courage emerged from the rubble, including that of a young mother who sacrificed her own life to save her toddler daughter.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Hails Israel-Lebanon Framework as ‘Historic Achievement,’ Says Deal Deals Blow to Iran and Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called a new U.S.-brokered framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon a “historic accomplishment,” saying the understandings could move the two countries toward ending hostilities and eventually reaching a peace agreement while dealing a major setback to Iran and its proxy Hezbollah.
Hamas Crushes Planned Gaza Protests Calling for End to Terror Group’s Rule
Hamas moved aggressively Friday to suppress planned protests across the Gaza Strip, using arrests, intimidation, armed patrols, and threats of deadly punishment to prevent Gazans from publicly challenging the terror group’s rule.
Israel, Lebanon Sign U.S.-Backed Framework Agreement Toward Peace
Israel and Lebanon signed a U.S.-backed framework agreement Friday in Washington, a move officials described as a first step toward ending months of conflict along Israel’s northern border and opening the door to a broader peace settlement.
Inside the United States
George and Alex Soros Pour $102.8 Million Into 2026 Midterms, Report Says
Billionaire Democratic donor George Soros and his son Alex Soros have poured $102.8 million into the 2026 midterm election cycle, according to a New York Post review of federal campaign finance filings, placing the family among the most powerful financial forces shaping Democratic politics.
Newsom Calls for National Billionaires’ Tax, Federal Stake in AI Companies
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling for a national tax on billionaires and a federal stake in artificial intelligence companies, positioning himself closer to the Democratic Party’s populist wing as he weighs a possible 2028 presidential bid.
Trump Religious Liberty Commission Urges Stronger Protections for Faith in Schools, Workplaces
The White House Religious Liberty Commission has issued a sweeping set of recommendations aimed at strengthening religious freedom in schools, workplaces, the military, health care and other public institutions, calling for clearer protections for Americans who face discrimination or pressure over expressions of faith.
FBI Says 7,200 Children Rescued From Traffickers and Predators Under Trump Administration
Federal authorities have rescued 7,200 children from traffickers and predators under the Trump administration, marking a 42 percent increase from the previous administration, FBI Director Kash Patel said in a June 25 update.
Trump Declares America Will Remain ‘One Nation Under God,’ Warns Against ‘Godless Communists’
President Donald Trump told Christian conservatives Friday that America’s future depends on preserving faith, freedom, and the nation’s founding convictions, declaring that the United States will always remain “one nation under God.”
Florida Closes ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ After Transferring Detainees
Florida has permanently closed its temporary illegal immigrant holding center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” after all federal detainees were transferred to other facilities, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced June 25.
Christian News
Pakistan Court Acquits Second Christian Of Blasphemy
A court in Pakistan has acquitted a second Christian of blasphemy, just days after another believer was also cleared of similar charges.
Asbury Seminary Removed From UMC Approved List Over Marriage, Sexuality Standards
Asbury Theological Seminary says it has been removed from The United Methodist Church’s list of approved schools for ordination candidates, ending an 80-year relationship after the evangelical institution declined to align with the denomination’s unbiblical positions on marriage and human sexuality.
Around the World
Iran Threatens Strait of Hormuz Shipping Routes as U.S. Peace Talks Face New Strain
U.S.-Iran peace negotiations faced new turbulence Thursday after Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned commercial vessels against using routes outside Tehran’s approved passage through the Strait of Hormuz, while Iranian officials also rejected U.S. claims that unfrozen funds would be used to buy American agricultural products.
Senior ISIS Leader Killed in U.S. Airstrike in Northwest Syria
U.S. Central Command said Wednesday that American forces killed a senior ISIS leader in a precision airstrike in northwest Syria, as the terror group seeks to exploit the country’s unstable security environment following years of war and political upheaval.
Global Earthquakes Kill Many Within 24 Hours
A series of major earthquakes shook different parts of the world within less than 24 hours, killing nearly 200 people, injuring many more, and briefly raising fears of a wider global seismic crisis.
Venezuela Earthquakes Kill Dozens As Rescuers Race To Find Survivors
Rescuers raced to find survivors Thursday after two powerful earthquakes struck the Venezuelan capital, Caracas, seconds apart, killing nearly 200 people and injuring many more.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Vows Israel Will Stay in Southern Lebanon Security Zone, Warns Iran Against Retaliation
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that Israel will not withdraw from its security zone in southern Lebanon, insisting the Israel Defense Forces will remain in key positions for as long as necessary to protect Israeli citizens from Hezbollah and other jihadist threats.
Inside the United States
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Order Restricting Mail-In Ballots Ahead of November Elections
A federal judge in Boston on Thursday blocked the Trump administration from enforcing major portions of President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at tightening rules for mail-in voting, delivering another legal setback to the White House as the administration presses its election integrity agenda ahead of November’s federal elections.
Hawaii Gun Law Struck Down By U.S. Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines Thursday that a Hawaii law requiring concealed-carry permit holders to obtain permission before entering most private property open to the public is unconstitutional.
Supreme Court Upholds Executive Authority In Immigration Cases
Asylum seekers who arrive at the border are not entitled to entry and the Department of Homeland Security has broad authority over the temporary protected status program, the nation’s highest court ruled in two separate cases Thursday.
Senate Rejects Iran War Powers Measure, Handing Trump Key Win
The U.S. Senate late Wednesday rejected a Democratic-led effort to restrict President Donald Trump’s military authority against Iran, handing the White House a significant victory as the administration continues negotiations with Tehran.
Golden Dome Missile Defense Test Declared ‘Full Mission Success,’ Hegseth Says
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said the first milestone test of Golden Dome for America was a “full mission success,” calling it a major step toward President Donald Trump’s goal of building a next-generation shield to defend the American homeland.
Trump To Meet Defense Executives As White House Pushes Major Weapons Production Surge
President Donald Trump is expected to meet Thursday at the White House with senior executives from major U.S. defense companies as his administration seeks to accelerate weapons production following the war with Iran and other conflicts that have strained Pentagon stockpiles.
Christian News
Fulani Herdsmen Kill 28 Christians, Including Pastor, in Nigeria Village Raid
Fulani herdsmen attacked a Christian village in Plateau state, Nigeria, early Monday, killing 28 Christians, including a pastor, after reportedly being guided toward the homes of church leaders, according to Christian Daily International-Morning Star News.
Christian Salon Worker Defended by Employer in Pakistan Amid Discrimination Concerns
An incident at a beauty salon in Pakistan’s largest city has sparked renewed debate about discrimination against Christians after a customer reportedly refused to be served by a Christian employee because of her faith.
Iran Threatens Strait of Hormuz Shipping Routes as U.S. Peace Talks Face New Strain
U.S.-Iran peace negotiations faced new turbulence Thursday after Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned commercial vessels against using routes outside Tehran’s approved passage through the Strait of Hormuz, while Iranian officials also rejected U.S. claims that unfrozen funds would be used to buy American agricultural products.
Senior ISIS Leader Killed in U.S. Airstrike in Northwest Syria
U.S. Central Command said Wednesday that American forces killed a senior ISIS leader in a precision airstrike in northwest Syria, as the terror group seeks to exploit the country’s unstable security environment following years of war and political upheaval.
Global Earthquakes Kill Many Within 24 Hours
A series of major earthquakes shook different parts of the world within less than 24 hours, killing nearly 200 people, injuring many more, and briefly raising fears of a wider global seismic crisis.
Venezuela Earthquakes Kill Dozens As Rescuers Race To Find Survivors
Rescuers raced to find survivors Thursday after two powerful earthquakes struck the Venezuelan capital, Caracas, seconds apart, killing nearly 200 people and injuring many more.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Vows Israel Will Stay in Southern Lebanon Security Zone, Warns Iran Against Retaliation
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that Israel will not withdraw from its security zone in southern Lebanon, insisting the Israel Defense Forces will remain in key positions for as long as necessary to protect Israeli citizens from Hezbollah and other jihadist threats.
Inside the United States
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Order Restricting Mail-In Ballots Ahead of November Elections
A federal judge in Boston on Thursday blocked the Trump administration from enforcing major portions of President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at tightening rules for mail-in voting, delivering another legal setback to the White House as the administration presses its election integrity agenda ahead of November’s federal elections.
Hawaii Gun Law Struck Down By U.S. Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines Thursday that a Hawaii law requiring concealed-carry permit holders to obtain permission before entering most private property open to the public is unconstitutional.
Supreme Court Upholds Executive Authority In Immigration Cases
Asylum seekers who arrive at the border are not entitled to entry and the Department of Homeland Security has broad authority over the temporary protected status program, the nation’s highest court ruled in two separate cases Thursday.
Senate Rejects Iran War Powers Measure, Handing Trump Key Win
The U.S. Senate late Wednesday rejected a Democratic-led effort to restrict President Donald Trump’s military authority against Iran, handing the White House a significant victory as the administration continues negotiations with Tehran.
Golden Dome Missile Defense Test Declared ‘Full Mission Success,’ Hegseth Says
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said the first milestone test of Golden Dome for America was a “full mission success,” calling it a major step toward President Donald Trump’s goal of building a next-generation shield to defend the American homeland.
Trump To Meet Defense Executives As White House Pushes Major Weapons Production Surge
President Donald Trump is expected to meet Thursday at the White House with senior executives from major U.S. defense companies as his administration seeks to accelerate weapons production following the war with Iran and other conflicts that have strained Pentagon stockpiles.
Christian News
Fulani Herdsmen Kill 28 Christians, Including Pastor, in Nigeria Village Raid
Fulani herdsmen attacked a Christian village in Plateau state, Nigeria, early Monday, killing 28 Christians, including a pastor, after reportedly being guided toward the homes of church leaders, according to Christian Daily International-Morning Star News.
Christian Salon Worker Defended by Employer in Pakistan Amid Discrimination Concerns
An incident at a beauty salon in Pakistan’s largest city has sparked renewed debate about discrimination against Christians after a customer reportedly refused to be served by a Christian employee because of her faith.