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Around the World
UK Prime Minister Discusses Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal in White House Visit
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited the White House Thursday to further discuss the U.S. and Europe’s role in brokering peace between Russia and Ukraine.
Indonesia’s Aceh Province Canes Gay Men
Two young men in Indonesia's strict Islamic-ruled Aceh province were publicly caned Thursday after an Islamic Shariah court convicted them of having sex with each other, witnesses said.
Poland Supreme Court: ‘IKEA Wrong To Fire Christian Over LGBTQ+ Remarks’
Poland’s Supreme Court has thrown out an appeal by the Swedish furniture giant IKEA against a Christian employee who was fired for criticizing the LGBTQ+ movement quoting the Bible.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
October 7 Report Finds Major Intelligence Lapses Resulted in Tragic Massacre (Worthy News In-Depth)
Israeli Military Intelligence and the Southern Command ignored more than five warnings, such as new SIM activations in Gaza and unusual Hamas activities. Dismissing these as routine, they overlooked signs of the impending October 7 attack. On this day in 2023, Hamas and other terrorists groups launched an unprecedented invasion from Gaza into southern Israel, coinciding with Simchat Torah and marking the start of the ongoing Gaza war.
Netanyahu Orders Cairo Mission to Further Hostage Negotiations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed a negotiation team to "travel to Cairo for talks Thursday evening." Israeli officials are hopeful to secure the release of additional hostages by as early as Saturday, although "discussions have not yet commenced" and the timeline is still uncertain.
Inside the United States
Trump Admin Doubles Down On Cuts to USAID With Plan for 90% Reduction
The Trump administration wants to purge more than 90% of the U.S. Agency for International Development’s foreign aid contracts, in addition to approximately $60 billion in global U.S. assistance, according to a new memo.
Mexico Extradites 29 Cartel Members to US for Prosecution
Mexico agreed to extradite 29 cartel members on Thursday, including former Sinaloa cartel founder Rafael Caro Quintero and former Zetas leader Miguel Ángel Treviño Morales, to the United States, amid efforts to avert US tariff threats linked to illegal migration and drug trafficking.
SCOTUS Pauses Judge’s Order Requiring $2 Billion in Foreign Aid to Be Paid Out
U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts late Wednesday paused a lower court's ruling requiring the Trump administration to release $2 billion in foreign aid payments.
Christian News
Uganda: Muslims Stab Evangelist in Attack
Muslims in eastern Uganda attacked and stabbed an evangelist who, along with his team, had converted a Muslim widow to Christianity during an open-air preaching session on February 15, according to Morning Star News.
Worthy Watch
‘USAID sending $40 million per week to Taliban’
“Per week, $40 million in taxpayer money is ending up in the hands of the Taliban,” according to testimony before a Congressional committee on Thursday.
Worthy Insights
Op-Ed: This is a window of opportunity for an attack on Iran
Israel is approaching a critical decision regarding a potential strike on Iran's nuclear facilities. This comes against the backdrop of alarming advancements in various components of Iran's nuclear project and an understanding that this moment presents a strategic opportunity, given Iran's relative weakness and Israel's close coordination with the new US administration.
CIA employees mocked Pat Robertson’s death, trashed Christians in leaked chats: report
Employees at the Central Intelligence Agency mocked the death of the late televangelist Pat Robertson, according to internal chat logs leaked to journalist Christopher Rufo.
Planetary Parade 2025: Rare Photo Captures Earth And 7 Planets For The First Time Ever
In a groundbreaking feat, photographer Josh Dury, 27, also known as the "Starman", is believed to have captured the first-ever image of all seven planets, plus Earth, in a single frame.
Gallup: US Trust in Media Hits 50-Year Low
A new poll shows that the level of trust Americans have in mainstream media outlets to fairly and accurately report the news has dropped to the lowest level in more than 50 years since Gallup began tracking media trust in the United States.
RFK Jr Pauses Multi-Million Dollar Contract To Develop New COVID-19 Vaccine
Clinical trials for a new COVID-19 vaccine were halted after a multi-million contract authorized by the Biden administration to develop the inoculation was paused by Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Trump’s ICE Racks Up Over 20,000 Arrests In Single Month
The Trump administration is arresting illegal migrants at a break-neck pace, far outpacing the rate at which the Biden White House nabbed those living unlawfully in the country.
Americans Overwhelmingly Support Israel’s Right to Defend Itself, Poll Finds
An overwhelming majority of Americans support Israel’s right to defend itself, according to a poll released Thursday.
UK Prime Minister Discusses Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal in White House Visit
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited the White House Thursday to further discuss the U.S. and Europe’s role in brokering peace between Russia and Ukraine.
Indonesia’s Aceh Province Canes Gay Men
Two young men in Indonesia's strict Islamic-ruled Aceh province were publicly caned Thursday after an Islamic Shariah court convicted them of having sex with each other, witnesses said.
Poland Supreme Court: ‘IKEA Wrong To Fire Christian Over LGBTQ+ Remarks’
Poland’s Supreme Court has thrown out an appeal by the Swedish furniture giant IKEA against a Christian employee who was fired for criticizing the LGBTQ+ movement quoting the Bible.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
October 7 Report Finds Major Intelligence Lapses Resulted in Tragic Massacre (Worthy News In-Depth)
Israeli Military Intelligence and the Southern Command ignored more than five warnings, such as new SIM activations in Gaza and unusual Hamas activities. Dismissing these as routine, they overlooked signs of the impending October 7 attack. On this day in 2023, Hamas and other terrorists groups launched an unprecedented invasion from Gaza into southern Israel, coinciding with Simchat Torah and marking the start of the ongoing Gaza war.
Netanyahu Orders Cairo Mission to Further Hostage Negotiations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed a negotiation team to "travel to Cairo for talks Thursday evening." Israeli officials are hopeful to secure the release of additional hostages by as early as Saturday, although "discussions have not yet commenced" and the timeline is still uncertain.
Inside the United States
Trump Admin Doubles Down On Cuts to USAID With Plan for 90% Reduction
The Trump administration wants to purge more than 90% of the U.S. Agency for International Development’s foreign aid contracts, in addition to approximately $60 billion in global U.S. assistance, according to a new memo.
Mexico Extradites 29 Cartel Members to US for Prosecution
Mexico agreed to extradite 29 cartel members on Thursday, including former Sinaloa cartel founder Rafael Caro Quintero and former Zetas leader Miguel Ángel Treviño Morales, to the United States, amid efforts to avert US tariff threats linked to illegal migration and drug trafficking.
SCOTUS Pauses Judge’s Order Requiring $2 Billion in Foreign Aid to Be Paid Out
U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts late Wednesday paused a lower court's ruling requiring the Trump administration to release $2 billion in foreign aid payments.
Christian News
Uganda: Muslims Stab Evangelist in Attack
Muslims in eastern Uganda attacked and stabbed an evangelist who, along with his team, had converted a Muslim widow to Christianity during an open-air preaching session on February 15, according to Morning Star News.
Worthy Watch
‘USAID sending $40 million per week to Taliban’
“Per week, $40 million in taxpayer money is ending up in the hands of the Taliban,” according to testimony before a Congressional committee on Thursday.
Worthy Insights
Op-Ed: This is a window of opportunity for an attack on Iran
Israel is approaching a critical decision regarding a potential strike on Iran's nuclear facilities. This comes against the backdrop of alarming advancements in various components of Iran's nuclear project and an understanding that this moment presents a strategic opportunity, given Iran's relative weakness and Israel's close coordination with the new US administration.
CIA employees mocked Pat Robertson’s death, trashed Christians in leaked chats: report
Employees at the Central Intelligence Agency mocked the death of the late televangelist Pat Robertson, according to internal chat logs leaked to journalist Christopher Rufo.
Planetary Parade 2025: Rare Photo Captures Earth And 7 Planets For The First Time Ever
In a groundbreaking feat, photographer Josh Dury, 27, also known as the "Starman", is believed to have captured the first-ever image of all seven planets, plus Earth, in a single frame.
Gallup: US Trust in Media Hits 50-Year Low
A new poll shows that the level of trust Americans have in mainstream media outlets to fairly and accurately report the news has dropped to the lowest level in more than 50 years since Gallup began tracking media trust in the United States.
RFK Jr Pauses Multi-Million Dollar Contract To Develop New COVID-19 Vaccine
Clinical trials for a new COVID-19 vaccine were halted after a multi-million contract authorized by the Biden administration to develop the inoculation was paused by Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Trump’s ICE Racks Up Over 20,000 Arrests In Single Month
The Trump administration is arresting illegal migrants at a break-neck pace, far outpacing the rate at which the Biden White House nabbed those living unlawfully in the country.
Americans Overwhelmingly Support Israel’s Right to Defend Itself, Poll Finds
An overwhelming majority of Americans support Israel’s right to defend itself, according to a poll released Thursday.
Around the World
IAEA: Iran Almost Has Nuclear Weapon
The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog warned Wednesday that Iran had accelerated its production of near-weapons-grade uranium amid mounting tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Trump Seeks 25 Percent Tariffs On EU Goods, Raising Trade War Prospect
U.S. President Donald J. Trump effectively launched a trade war against the European Union, saying the 27-nation bloc was formed “to screw” the United States and that he seeks to introduce 25 percent tariffs on imported EU goods.
Trump: ‘Ukraine Can Forget’ About Joining NATO
While hosting the first Cabinet meeting since his recent inauguration, U.S. President Donald J. Trump said Wednesday that war-torn Ukraine “could forget about” joining the NATO military alliance.
Cook Islands’ PM Survives No-Confidence Vote Over China Deal ‘Threatening Christian Nation’
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has survived a vote of no confidence in parliament over his controversial deal with China, which protesters said threatened the country's future as a “Christian nation.”
EU Prepares Emergency Summit Amid Fears Over NATO’s Future (Worthy News In-Depth)
European Union leaders are preparing an emergency summit after Germany’s likely new chancellor suggested that the transatlantic NATO military alliance may effectively collapse by June.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Quietly Transfers Remains of 4 Hostages to Israel During Late-Night Operation
Israel received the bodies of four hostages, held by Hamas in Gaza for over 16 months, in a low-key, nighttime transfer on Wednesday, avoiding the dramatic displays seen in previous handovers.
Mossad Chief: Hezbollah Beeper Op Was War’s Turning Point
Mossad Director David Barnea described the September 17, 2024 operation that targeted Hezbollah with explosives embedded in their beepers as the "turning point" in the war against the terrorist organization.
Inside the United States
Decline Christianity Has Ended In US, Report Finds
A prominent U.S. based think tank says the years long decline of Christianity in the United States has ended, amid reports of “revival” gatherings at campuses across the nation.
White House Prepares for ‘Maximum Elimination’ of Federal Workers Allowed by Law
The White House sent a memo to several federal agencies telling them to prepare to reorganize and fire high quantities of workers.
Lawmakers debate DOGE cuts to foreign aid, shuttering of USAID
While expert witnesses gave divided views on the shuttering of the U.S Agency for International Development (USAID), lawmakers sparred Wednesday during a House Oversight subcommittee hearing over the alleged corruption within the independent agency.
Christian News
Nigeria: Pastor Shot, Church Members Kidnapped
A Nigerian pastor was recovering from his injuries Wednesday after gunmen shot him and severed his fingers while abducting six worshipers from a Pentecostal church in Nigeria’s southern Delta state of Nigeria, his wife and other sources said.
India Church Attack Injures Dozens
Some 50 Christians were attacked during a Sunday service in western India, the latest in a series of attacks targeting churches in the mainly Hindu nation, Worthy News learned Wednesday.
Worthy Insights
Watch: Trump’s First Cabinet Meeting Opens with a Powerful Prayer ‘In Jesus’ Name’
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner opened President Donald Trump’s first Cabinet meeting of his second term on Wednesday at the White House with an inspiring Christian prayer.
New US Sanctions Aim To Sever Iran’s Oil Revenue
The United States imposed a fresh round of sanctions on Monday targeting Iran’s oil industry. The Treasury Department announced that more than 30 brokers, tanker operators, and shipping companies have been hit for their roles in selling and transporting Iranian petroleum.
Ukrainian Church Leader Sees Signs of Revival Despite Russia’s ‘Torture, Humiliation, Desecration’
U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this week as discussions continue about efforts to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. Tensions remain high between the U.S. and Ukraine following comments from President Trump, who recently blamed Ukraine for Russia's invasion and referred to President Zelenskyy as a "dictator."
Pro-Life Advocate Says Trump Sent ‘Powerful Message’ With Pardons Of Peaceful Protesters
A pro-life advocate said that President Donald Trump’s pardons of nearly two dozen pro-life protesters was a “powerful” rebuke to the weaponization of government.
Trump Introduces $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ That Wealthy People Can Buy To Come To America
President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that his administration is unveiling a new visa “Gold Card” to attract wealthy immigrants to the U.S.
Israel permanently bans prostitution as part of effort against human trafficking
Justice Minister Yariv Levin on Sunday published a draft bill making the prohibition on the consumption of prostitution in Israel, instituted in July 2020 as a temporary measure, a permanent offense.
Poll finds share of US Democrats backing Israel dwindling to 33%
Just a third of Democrats have a favorable view of Israel, a steep decline from just a few years ago, according to a Gallup poll.
Gabbard says 100 plus intelligence officers were fired over inappropriate NSA chatrooms
National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard said Tuesday evening that over 100 intelligence officers who participated in sexually explicit messages in National Security Agency chat rooms were fired.
IAEA: Iran Almost Has Nuclear Weapon
The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog warned Wednesday that Iran had accelerated its production of near-weapons-grade uranium amid mounting tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Trump Seeks 25 Percent Tariffs On EU Goods, Raising Trade War Prospect
U.S. President Donald J. Trump effectively launched a trade war against the European Union, saying the 27-nation bloc was formed “to screw” the United States and that he seeks to introduce 25 percent tariffs on imported EU goods.
Trump: ‘Ukraine Can Forget’ About Joining NATO
While hosting the first Cabinet meeting since his recent inauguration, U.S. President Donald J. Trump said Wednesday that war-torn Ukraine “could forget about” joining the NATO military alliance.
Cook Islands’ PM Survives No-Confidence Vote Over China Deal ‘Threatening Christian Nation’
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has survived a vote of no confidence in parliament over his controversial deal with China, which protesters said threatened the country's future as a “Christian nation.”
EU Prepares Emergency Summit Amid Fears Over NATO’s Future (Worthy News In-Depth)
European Union leaders are preparing an emergency summit after Germany’s likely new chancellor suggested that the transatlantic NATO military alliance may effectively collapse by June.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Quietly Transfers Remains of 4 Hostages to Israel During Late-Night Operation
Israel received the bodies of four hostages, held by Hamas in Gaza for over 16 months, in a low-key, nighttime transfer on Wednesday, avoiding the dramatic displays seen in previous handovers.
Mossad Chief: Hezbollah Beeper Op Was War’s Turning Point
Mossad Director David Barnea described the September 17, 2024 operation that targeted Hezbollah with explosives embedded in their beepers as the "turning point" in the war against the terrorist organization.
Inside the United States
Decline Christianity Has Ended In US, Report Finds
A prominent U.S. based think tank says the years long decline of Christianity in the United States has ended, amid reports of “revival” gatherings at campuses across the nation.
White House Prepares for ‘Maximum Elimination’ of Federal Workers Allowed by Law
The White House sent a memo to several federal agencies telling them to prepare to reorganize and fire high quantities of workers.
Lawmakers debate DOGE cuts to foreign aid, shuttering of USAID
While expert witnesses gave divided views on the shuttering of the U.S Agency for International Development (USAID), lawmakers sparred Wednesday during a House Oversight subcommittee hearing over the alleged corruption within the independent agency.
Christian News
Nigeria: Pastor Shot, Church Members Kidnapped
A Nigerian pastor was recovering from his injuries Wednesday after gunmen shot him and severed his fingers while abducting six worshipers from a Pentecostal church in Nigeria’s southern Delta state of Nigeria, his wife and other sources said.
India Church Attack Injures Dozens
Some 50 Christians were attacked during a Sunday service in western India, the latest in a series of attacks targeting churches in the mainly Hindu nation, Worthy News learned Wednesday.
Worthy Insights
Watch: Trump’s First Cabinet Meeting Opens with a Powerful Prayer ‘In Jesus’ Name’
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner opened President Donald Trump’s first Cabinet meeting of his second term on Wednesday at the White House with an inspiring Christian prayer.
New US Sanctions Aim To Sever Iran’s Oil Revenue
The United States imposed a fresh round of sanctions on Monday targeting Iran’s oil industry. The Treasury Department announced that more than 30 brokers, tanker operators, and shipping companies have been hit for their roles in selling and transporting Iranian petroleum.
Ukrainian Church Leader Sees Signs of Revival Despite Russia’s ‘Torture, Humiliation, Desecration’
U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this week as discussions continue about efforts to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. Tensions remain high between the U.S. and Ukraine following comments from President Trump, who recently blamed Ukraine for Russia's invasion and referred to President Zelenskyy as a "dictator."
Pro-Life Advocate Says Trump Sent ‘Powerful Message’ With Pardons Of Peaceful Protesters
A pro-life advocate said that President Donald Trump’s pardons of nearly two dozen pro-life protesters was a “powerful” rebuke to the weaponization of government.
Trump Introduces $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ That Wealthy People Can Buy To Come To America
President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that his administration is unveiling a new visa “Gold Card” to attract wealthy immigrants to the U.S.
Israel permanently bans prostitution as part of effort against human trafficking
Justice Minister Yariv Levin on Sunday published a draft bill making the prohibition on the consumption of prostitution in Israel, instituted in July 2020 as a temporary measure, a permanent offense.
Poll finds share of US Democrats backing Israel dwindling to 33%
Just a third of Democrats have a favorable view of Israel, a steep decline from just a few years ago, according to a Gallup poll.
Gabbard says 100 plus intelligence officers were fired over inappropriate NSA chatrooms
National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard said Tuesday evening that over 100 intelligence officers who participated in sexually explicit messages in National Security Agency chat rooms were fired.
Around the World
Iran Expects Israeli, US Attack On Nuclear Sites
Iran has reportedly put its defense systems around its nuclear sites on high alert amid fears of an imminent attack by Israel and the United States.
Ukraine, US To Sign Minerals Deal (Worthy News In-Depth)
War-torn Ukraine has agreed with the United States to jointly develop its natural resources in an effort to ease tensions and advance the prospects of a U.S.-backed ceasefire with Russia, several officials said Tuesday.
UN Security Council Passes US Resolution on Ukraine War After General Assembly Rejection
The United Nations Security Council approved a US-led resolution on Russia's war in Ukraine on Monday, following its earlier rejection by the General Assembly.
France, US Expect Truce Soon In Russia-Ukraine War
In a turnaround, U.S. President Donald J. Trump announced Monday that Russia would accept European peacekeepers in Ukraine as part of a peace deal, and French President Emmanuel Macron said a truce could be agreed upon within weeks.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Several Killed As Israel Strikes Syria
Israel has confirmed that its warplanes hit targets in southern Syria, including around the capital, Damascus, and there were reports of causalities.
Inside the United States
Mike Johnson Steers Trump’s Budget Through Tumultuous House Vote to Victory
On Tuesday, under intense pressure and after a brief withdrawal from the floor, the House passed a GOP budget resolution, a crucial victory for Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA). This budget plan, praised by President Donald Trump as “one big, beautiful bill,” includes $4.5 trillion in tax breaks and $2 trillion in spending cuts—elements of Trump's domestic agenda omitted in the Senate's version. The passage represents a significant step towards realizing the President’s vision.
Justice Thomas Condemns Supreme Court For Refusal To Hear Case On Abortion Buffer Zones
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has condemned the nation’s top court for declining to hear a case challenging buffer zones around abortion clinics that he says trample free speech rights.
White House praises DOGE for government efficiency
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt praised the success of the DOGE initiative during a recent press briefing, pointing to its role in improving U.S. government efficiency.
Judge Blocks Trump’s Plan to Freeze Federal Aid
A federal judge on Tuesday blocked President Donald Trump's plan to freeze federal aid while reviewing the spending to make sure it complies with his vision for the federal government.
Hawaii Man Exonerated After 30 Years in Prison: “Thank God for DNA”
After spending three decades behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit, Gordon Cordeiro is finally free.
Christian News
Thailand Detains Dozens Of Montagnard Christian Refugees
More than 60 Montagnard Christian refugees from Vietnam — including men, women, children, and pregnant women — were detained in Thailand, adding to concerns among Christian asylum seekers, rights activists said Tuesday.
Elderly Dutch Christian Woman Sentenced For Destroying 300 ‘Idols’
An elderly Christian woman has been sentenced to 20 hours of community service in the Netherlands for smashing 300 “idols” made of ceramic in 2023, declaring, “There is only one God, that is Yahweh” while calling the art exhibition a “false image of God.”
Worthy Insights
Revival Sweeps College Campuses Across the Nation Leading Up to Collegiate Day of Prayer
A spiritual awakening is taking hold on college campuses nationwide as thousands of students gather for worship, prayer, and baptisms.
Abortion by Mail: Horror Stories Emerge of ‘Abortions for Children… Without Parental Consent’
Abortion pills are being sent through the mail these days to bypass state restrictions, and it's reshaping the landscape of the abortion battle.
World’s oldest Holocaust survivor dies in LI nursing home at age 113: ‘She made the best of terrible situations’
A Long Island woman believed to be the world’s oldest survivor of the Holocaust has died at age 113.
Apple working on fix after voice text turns ‘racist’ to ‘Trump’
Apple is working to address a problem raised by users on social media, in which saying the word “racist” while using the iPhone’s voice-to-text tool briefly shows “Trump.”
Elderly woman first to be arrested in Scotland under ‘buffer zone law’ criticized by JD Vance
A 74-year-old woman has been arrested near a Glasgow hospital, marking the first case under Scotland's new "buffer zone law." She was subsequently charged under the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) Act.
Iran Expects Israeli, US Attack On Nuclear Sites
Iran has reportedly put its defense systems around its nuclear sites on high alert amid fears of an imminent attack by Israel and the United States.
Ukraine, US To Sign Minerals Deal (Worthy News In-Depth)
War-torn Ukraine has agreed with the United States to jointly develop its natural resources in an effort to ease tensions and advance the prospects of a U.S.-backed ceasefire with Russia, several officials said Tuesday.
UN Security Council Passes US Resolution on Ukraine War After General Assembly Rejection
The United Nations Security Council approved a US-led resolution on Russia's war in Ukraine on Monday, following its earlier rejection by the General Assembly.
France, US Expect Truce Soon In Russia-Ukraine War
In a turnaround, U.S. President Donald J. Trump announced Monday that Russia would accept European peacekeepers in Ukraine as part of a peace deal, and French President Emmanuel Macron said a truce could be agreed upon within weeks.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Several Killed As Israel Strikes Syria
Israel has confirmed that its warplanes hit targets in southern Syria, including around the capital, Damascus, and there were reports of causalities.
Inside the United States
Mike Johnson Steers Trump’s Budget Through Tumultuous House Vote to Victory
On Tuesday, under intense pressure and after a brief withdrawal from the floor, the House passed a GOP budget resolution, a crucial victory for Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA). This budget plan, praised by President Donald Trump as “one big, beautiful bill,” includes $4.5 trillion in tax breaks and $2 trillion in spending cuts—elements of Trump's domestic agenda omitted in the Senate's version. The passage represents a significant step towards realizing the President’s vision.
Justice Thomas Condemns Supreme Court For Refusal To Hear Case On Abortion Buffer Zones
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has condemned the nation’s top court for declining to hear a case challenging buffer zones around abortion clinics that he says trample free speech rights.
White House praises DOGE for government efficiency
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt praised the success of the DOGE initiative during a recent press briefing, pointing to its role in improving U.S. government efficiency.
Judge Blocks Trump’s Plan to Freeze Federal Aid
A federal judge on Tuesday blocked President Donald Trump's plan to freeze federal aid while reviewing the spending to make sure it complies with his vision for the federal government.
Hawaii Man Exonerated After 30 Years in Prison: “Thank God for DNA”
After spending three decades behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit, Gordon Cordeiro is finally free.
Christian News
Thailand Detains Dozens Of Montagnard Christian Refugees
More than 60 Montagnard Christian refugees from Vietnam — including men, women, children, and pregnant women — were detained in Thailand, adding to concerns among Christian asylum seekers, rights activists said Tuesday.
Elderly Dutch Christian Woman Sentenced For Destroying 300 ‘Idols’
An elderly Christian woman has been sentenced to 20 hours of community service in the Netherlands for smashing 300 “idols” made of ceramic in 2023, declaring, “There is only one God, that is Yahweh” while calling the art exhibition a “false image of God.”
Worthy Insights
Revival Sweeps College Campuses Across the Nation Leading Up to Collegiate Day of Prayer
A spiritual awakening is taking hold on college campuses nationwide as thousands of students gather for worship, prayer, and baptisms.
Abortion by Mail: Horror Stories Emerge of ‘Abortions for Children… Without Parental Consent’
Abortion pills are being sent through the mail these days to bypass state restrictions, and it's reshaping the landscape of the abortion battle.
World’s oldest Holocaust survivor dies in LI nursing home at age 113: ‘She made the best of terrible situations’
A Long Island woman believed to be the world’s oldest survivor of the Holocaust has died at age 113.
Apple working on fix after voice text turns ‘racist’ to ‘Trump’
Apple is working to address a problem raised by users on social media, in which saying the word “racist” while using the iPhone’s voice-to-text tool briefly shows “Trump.”
Elderly woman first to be arrested in Scotland under ‘buffer zone law’ criticized by JD Vance
A 74-year-old woman has been arrested near a Glasgow hospital, marking the first case under Scotland's new "buffer zone law." She was subsequently charged under the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) Act.