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Around the World
Rubio Travels to Panama Amid U.S. Concerns over Canal Control
Newly confirmed U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is embarking on a tour of Central America to counter China's influence.
Hundreds Killed in DRC
At least 773 people were reportedly killed in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo’s largest city of Goma and its vicinity last week amid fighting between government forces and Rwanda-backed rebels.
Multiple Deaths In Russian Airstrike On School In Kursk
Nearly a hundred people were feared to remain under debris early Sunday after Russian forces conducted an airstrike on a school building in the town of Sudzh in Russia’s Kursk region, killing at least four people, Ukraine’s military said.
Trump Orders Airstrikes On ISIS In Somalia
U.S. President Donald Trump announced Saturday that he ordered airstrikes on targets of the Islamic State group, also known as ISIS, in Somalia, claiming the operation eliminated “many terrorists.”
Scores Killed In Attack On Sudan Open Market
Fighters with the rebel Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have attacked an open market in the Sudanese city of Omdurman, killing 54 people, officials said Saturday.
Iran Threatens Regional War If Nuclear Sites Are Attacked
Iran threatened Friday to launch a regional war and suggested it could build an atomic bomb if its nuclear sites are attacked by Israel or the Jewish nation’s allies, such as the United States.
US Trump Expanding Tariffs To China
President Donald J. Trump is expanding trade tariffs on China after announcing similar measures for Canada and Mexico.
Koran Burning Refugee Killed In Sweden
Sweden says it has detained five people over the killing of an Iraqi refugee who sparked outrage among Muslims by burning the Koran in protest in Sweden in 2023.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu in Washington for High-Stakes Talks with Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived at Andrews Air Force Base on Sunday evening ahead of his scheduled meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday. The two leaders are set to discuss key issues, including redrawing the Middle East, the second stage of the Gaza ceasefire, the future of the Gaza Strip, and the Iranian nuclear threat.
Israel Releases Gaza Manager Of Christian Aid Group World Vision
Israel has released the Palestinian manager of the Gaza branch of World Vision, a prominent Christian aid organization, who had been behind bars since 2016.
Inside the United States
Trump Declares National Emergency at Northern Border
President Donald Trump on Saturday declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Canada border, citing an influx of human and drug smuggling coming from Canada presenting a national security threat to Americans.
Nearly 80 Percent of Americans Don’t Want Men Playing in Women’s Sports
Surveying nearly an equal number of Republicans and Democrats, a poll taken by the New York Times and polling company Ipsos showed that the majority of Americans do not want transgender-identifying men in women’s sports.
Christian News
Pakistan Christians Fear Mob Violence After Arrest Mentally Challenged Believer
Tensions remained high Friday in Pakistan’s Punjab Province after local police detained a mentally challenged Christian on charges of blasphemy against Islam, Christians told Worthy News.
Rubio Travels to Panama Amid U.S. Concerns over Canal Control
Newly confirmed U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is embarking on a tour of Central America to counter China's influence.
Hundreds Killed in DRC
At least 773 people were reportedly killed in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo’s largest city of Goma and its vicinity last week amid fighting between government forces and Rwanda-backed rebels.
Multiple Deaths In Russian Airstrike On School In Kursk
Nearly a hundred people were feared to remain under debris early Sunday after Russian forces conducted an airstrike on a school building in the town of Sudzh in Russia’s Kursk region, killing at least four people, Ukraine’s military said.
Trump Orders Airstrikes On ISIS In Somalia
U.S. President Donald Trump announced Saturday that he ordered airstrikes on targets of the Islamic State group, also known as ISIS, in Somalia, claiming the operation eliminated “many terrorists.”
Scores Killed In Attack On Sudan Open Market
Fighters with the rebel Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have attacked an open market in the Sudanese city of Omdurman, killing 54 people, officials said Saturday.
Iran Threatens Regional War If Nuclear Sites Are Attacked
Iran threatened Friday to launch a regional war and suggested it could build an atomic bomb if its nuclear sites are attacked by Israel or the Jewish nation’s allies, such as the United States.
US Trump Expanding Tariffs To China
President Donald J. Trump is expanding trade tariffs on China after announcing similar measures for Canada and Mexico.
Koran Burning Refugee Killed In Sweden
Sweden says it has detained five people over the killing of an Iraqi refugee who sparked outrage among Muslims by burning the Koran in protest in Sweden in 2023.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu in Washington for High-Stakes Talks with Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived at Andrews Air Force Base on Sunday evening ahead of his scheduled meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday. The two leaders are set to discuss key issues, including redrawing the Middle East, the second stage of the Gaza ceasefire, the future of the Gaza Strip, and the Iranian nuclear threat.
Israel Releases Gaza Manager Of Christian Aid Group World Vision
Israel has released the Palestinian manager of the Gaza branch of World Vision, a prominent Christian aid organization, who had been behind bars since 2016.
Inside the United States
Trump Declares National Emergency at Northern Border
President Donald Trump on Saturday declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Canada border, citing an influx of human and drug smuggling coming from Canada presenting a national security threat to Americans.
Nearly 80 Percent of Americans Don’t Want Men Playing in Women’s Sports
Surveying nearly an equal number of Republicans and Democrats, a poll taken by the New York Times and polling company Ipsos showed that the majority of Americans do not want transgender-identifying men in women’s sports.
Christian News
Pakistan Christians Fear Mob Violence After Arrest Mentally Challenged Believer
Tensions remained high Friday in Pakistan’s Punjab Province after local police detained a mentally challenged Christian on charges of blasphemy against Islam, Christians told Worthy News.
Around the World
Trump to Impose 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico This Saturday
President Donald Trump confirmed that he will impose 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico starting Saturday, citing large trade deficits and the flow of fentanyl as key reasons. He also mentioned that he is still considering whether to include oil from these countries in the tariffs.
Netherlands Detains Three After Romania Demands Return of Stolen Artifacts (Worthy News In-Depth)
Dutch authorities have detained three suspects over the theft of priceless Romania artifacts from a small museum in the Netherlands, including an ancient golden helmet, after Romania threatened with legal action.
Israel Condemns Australia’s Antisemitism Attacks
Israel has urged Australia to do more to halt an "epidemic of antisemitism" after police said they had foiled an attack involving explosives in a suburb of Sydney, Australia’s biggest city.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Releases 110 Palestinian Prisoners after Hamas Frees Hostages
Israel released 110 Palestinian prisoners Thursday after Hamas fighters freed seven hostages - two Israelis and five Thais.
Inside the United States
Trump Issues Executive Order to Tackle Antisemitism and Expel Supporters of Hamas
President Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday to combat antisemitism, instructing the Department of Justice to take "immediate action" to deport foreign national college students and resident aliens involved in pro-Hamas protests following the terrorist group's massacre of 1,200 Israelis and the kidnapping of over 250 hostages.
Trump Signs Executive Order Promoting School Choice
President Donald Trump signed an executive order to direct the federal government to promote school choice for families nationwide.
Trump: ‘No Survivors In Midair Colission’; 67 Killed
U.S. President Donald J. Trump told reporters Thursday there were no survivors after Wednesday’s midair collision between an American Airlines passenger plane and a military helicopter that killed 67 people.
Trump Orders CDC to Immediately Stop All Collaboration with World Health Organization
The Trump administration on Monday ordered all public health officials working with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to immediately cease all collaboration with the World Health Organization and "await further guidance," the Associated Press reports.
Trump Wants Iron Dome For USA (Worthy News Focus)
Inspired by Israel’s ability to protect itself against thousands of missiles and drones fired by enemies, preparations were underway Thursday to develop a new air defense system for the United States.
Christian News
Nicaragua: Evangelicals Increasingly Targeted by Ortega Regime
A new study shows there has been a surge in attacks on Christians in Nicaragua over the last two years, with Nicaraguan dictator President Daniel Ortega now specifically targeting evangelical bodies as well as Catholic communities, Christian Daily International (CDI) reports.
Mozambique: Christians Targeted by Islamic Terrorists Amid Political Unrest
Missionaries and local Christians in Mozambique are being targeted by Islamic terror groups amid ongoing political protests and upheaval over October’s highly disputed general election results, Mission Network News (MNN) reports.
India: Christian Couple Sentenced to Five Years in Jail Under Anti-Conversion Law
Christian couple in India’s Uttar Pradesh state has been sentenced to five years in prison for 'attempting to convert' Hindus to Christ in violation of the state’s anti-conversion law, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) reports.
Trump to Impose 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico This Saturday
President Donald Trump confirmed that he will impose 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico starting Saturday, citing large trade deficits and the flow of fentanyl as key reasons. He also mentioned that he is still considering whether to include oil from these countries in the tariffs.
Netherlands Detains Three After Romania Demands Return of Stolen Artifacts (Worthy News In-Depth)
Dutch authorities have detained three suspects over the theft of priceless Romania artifacts from a small museum in the Netherlands, including an ancient golden helmet, after Romania threatened with legal action.
Israel Condemns Australia’s Antisemitism Attacks
Israel has urged Australia to do more to halt an "epidemic of antisemitism" after police said they had foiled an attack involving explosives in a suburb of Sydney, Australia’s biggest city.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Releases 110 Palestinian Prisoners after Hamas Frees Hostages
Israel released 110 Palestinian prisoners Thursday after Hamas fighters freed seven hostages - two Israelis and five Thais.
Inside the United States
Trump Issues Executive Order to Tackle Antisemitism and Expel Supporters of Hamas
President Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday to combat antisemitism, instructing the Department of Justice to take "immediate action" to deport foreign national college students and resident aliens involved in pro-Hamas protests following the terrorist group's massacre of 1,200 Israelis and the kidnapping of over 250 hostages.
Trump Signs Executive Order Promoting School Choice
President Donald Trump signed an executive order to direct the federal government to promote school choice for families nationwide.
Trump: ‘No Survivors In Midair Colission’; 67 Killed
U.S. President Donald J. Trump told reporters Thursday there were no survivors after Wednesday’s midair collision between an American Airlines passenger plane and a military helicopter that killed 67 people.
Trump Orders CDC to Immediately Stop All Collaboration with World Health Organization
The Trump administration on Monday ordered all public health officials working with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to immediately cease all collaboration with the World Health Organization and "await further guidance," the Associated Press reports.
Trump Wants Iron Dome For USA (Worthy News Focus)
Inspired by Israel’s ability to protect itself against thousands of missiles and drones fired by enemies, preparations were underway Thursday to develop a new air defense system for the United States.
Christian News
Nicaragua: Evangelicals Increasingly Targeted by Ortega Regime
A new study shows there has been a surge in attacks on Christians in Nicaragua over the last two years, with Nicaraguan dictator President Daniel Ortega now specifically targeting evangelical bodies as well as Catholic communities, Christian Daily International (CDI) reports.
Mozambique: Christians Targeted by Islamic Terrorists Amid Political Unrest
Missionaries and local Christians in Mozambique are being targeted by Islamic terror groups amid ongoing political protests and upheaval over October’s highly disputed general election results, Mission Network News (MNN) reports.
India: Christian Couple Sentenced to Five Years in Jail Under Anti-Conversion Law
Christian couple in India’s Uttar Pradesh state has been sentenced to five years in prison for 'attempting to convert' Hindus to Christ in violation of the state’s anti-conversion law, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) reports.
Around the World
Syrian Leader Dissolves Militias, Abolishes Constitution
Syrian rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, previously Abu Mohammed al-Golani, declared himself transitional president, abolished the constitution, and disbanded the national army and all political and armed groups, including his own. In his Wednesday victory speech, he officially took office, marking a departure from Bashar al-Assad's rule.
China is Upgrading Its Carrier Aviation Force at Faster Pace than US
The Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) is working hard to expand its military technology and structure, including upgrading its carrier aviation force at a faster pace than the United States Navy is, the Real Clear Defense (RCD) reports.
Biden Administration Shared Secret Intelligence on ISIS Threat with New Syrian Leaders
The outgoing United States Biden administration was sharing secret intelligence on threats from the Islamic State terror group with the Hayʼat Tahrir al-Sham Islamic organization that took over governing Syria after ousting President Bashar al-Assad’s regime last month, the Washington Post reported exclusively on January 24.
Stampede Kills Dozens At India’s Hindu Festival
India’s prime minister expressed condolences Wednesday after dozens of people were killed in a pre-dawn stampede in northern India, where tens of millions of Hindus gathered to take a dip in what they call “sacred river waters.“
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Urges Arab Nations to Accept Palestinians from Gaza
President Trump's plan to transfer Palestinians from Gaza to Jordan and Egypt expands on a contentious proposal previously rejected by Arab states, potentially indicating a major shift in U.S. foreign policy, according to the Wall Street Journal.
“Antisemitism is Rampant, Diversity is Viewed as a Threat,” UN Human Rights Chief Says
Antisemitism is “rampant” as Jews worldwide face increasing “intimidation, threats and physical violence,” UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, said Monday during an address marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
No Israeli-Saudi Normalization Agreement Without Palestinian State, Riyadh Ambassador says
Saudi Arabia cannot normalize diplomatic relations with Israel unless the Palestinians are granted statehood, Riyadh’s ambassador to the United Kingdom, Prince Khalid bin Bandar, said during an interview with Times Radio that aired Sunday.
Inside the United States
Midair Collision Near Washington DC Kills Several; President Trump Briefed (Update)
Multiple bodies were pulled from the water Wednesday night after an American Airlines passenger plane and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed into the Potomac River following a midair collision close to Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, several sources say.
American Airlines Jet Collides with Helicopter Over Potomac
A commercial plane collided with a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Va., and crashed into the Potomac River, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Trump Signs Order to Send ‘The Worst’ Illegal Immigrants to Guantanamo Bay
President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order to send 30,000 illegal immigrants to Guantanamo Bay, the latest development in his aggressive effort to close the southern border and carry out mass deportations.
RFK Jr. Denies Anti-Vax Accusations, Promises Focus on Chronic Disease
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the controversial nominee for Health and Human Service secretary, denounced accusations that he is anti-vaccine, anti-abortion or anti-industry.
Christian News
Significant Shift: American Protestant Churches Increasingly Identify as Non-Denominational Evangelicals
Over the last 50 years, the number of evangelicals identifying as "nondenominational" has risen dramatically, growing from less than 3% in the early 1970s to nearly 35% in 2022, according to the General Social Survey. Once seen as a fringe group, these evangelicals, who often choose warehouse buildings for their congregations, now make up a significant portion of American Protestants.
Syrian Leader Dissolves Militias, Abolishes Constitution
Syrian rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, previously Abu Mohammed al-Golani, declared himself transitional president, abolished the constitution, and disbanded the national army and all political and armed groups, including his own. In his Wednesday victory speech, he officially took office, marking a departure from Bashar al-Assad's rule.
China is Upgrading Its Carrier Aviation Force at Faster Pace than US
The Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) is working hard to expand its military technology and structure, including upgrading its carrier aviation force at a faster pace than the United States Navy is, the Real Clear Defense (RCD) reports.
Biden Administration Shared Secret Intelligence on ISIS Threat with New Syrian Leaders
The outgoing United States Biden administration was sharing secret intelligence on threats from the Islamic State terror group with the Hayʼat Tahrir al-Sham Islamic organization that took over governing Syria after ousting President Bashar al-Assad’s regime last month, the Washington Post reported exclusively on January 24.
Stampede Kills Dozens At India’s Hindu Festival
India’s prime minister expressed condolences Wednesday after dozens of people were killed in a pre-dawn stampede in northern India, where tens of millions of Hindus gathered to take a dip in what they call “sacred river waters.“
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Urges Arab Nations to Accept Palestinians from Gaza
President Trump's plan to transfer Palestinians from Gaza to Jordan and Egypt expands on a contentious proposal previously rejected by Arab states, potentially indicating a major shift in U.S. foreign policy, according to the Wall Street Journal.
“Antisemitism is Rampant, Diversity is Viewed as a Threat,” UN Human Rights Chief Says
Antisemitism is “rampant” as Jews worldwide face increasing “intimidation, threats and physical violence,” UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, said Monday during an address marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
No Israeli-Saudi Normalization Agreement Without Palestinian State, Riyadh Ambassador says
Saudi Arabia cannot normalize diplomatic relations with Israel unless the Palestinians are granted statehood, Riyadh’s ambassador to the United Kingdom, Prince Khalid bin Bandar, said during an interview with Times Radio that aired Sunday.
Inside the United States
Midair Collision Near Washington DC Kills Several; President Trump Briefed (Update)
Multiple bodies were pulled from the water Wednesday night after an American Airlines passenger plane and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed into the Potomac River following a midair collision close to Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, several sources say.
American Airlines Jet Collides with Helicopter Over Potomac
A commercial plane collided with a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Va., and crashed into the Potomac River, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Trump Signs Order to Send ‘The Worst’ Illegal Immigrants to Guantanamo Bay
President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order to send 30,000 illegal immigrants to Guantanamo Bay, the latest development in his aggressive effort to close the southern border and carry out mass deportations.
RFK Jr. Denies Anti-Vax Accusations, Promises Focus on Chronic Disease
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the controversial nominee for Health and Human Service secretary, denounced accusations that he is anti-vaccine, anti-abortion or anti-industry.
Christian News
Significant Shift: American Protestant Churches Increasingly Identify as Non-Denominational Evangelicals
Over the last 50 years, the number of evangelicals identifying as "nondenominational" has risen dramatically, growing from less than 3% in the early 1970s to nearly 35% in 2022, according to the General Social Survey. Once seen as a fringe group, these evangelicals, who often choose warehouse buildings for their congregations, now make up a significant portion of American Protestants.