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Around the World
Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles Into Sites in Syria, Iraq
Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed responsibility for an attack on what they referred to as Israel's "intelligence center" in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region, the Iranian state media reported on Monday.
Britain Warns Houthis Of Further Western Strikes After US Ship Is Hit
Britain’s prime minister warned the Iran-backed, Yemen-based Houthis of further Western strikes after they hit a U.S.-owned ship in the Red Sea.
US Jet Shots Down Houthi Missile As Fighting Intensifies
A U.S. fighter jet shot down an anti-ship cruise missile that was fired from the Iran-backed Houthis towards an American warship in the Red Sea, the United States Central Command said late Sunday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Leader Calls on Muslims Worldwide to Liberate Jerusalem
The head of Hamas' political bureau called on Muslims worldwide to "build on" the terrorist attacks perpetrated against Israel on October 7, and urged followers to continue in "jihad" for the liberation of Jerusalem and the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Terror Attack Kills 1, Injures Dozen In Israel
Car ramming and stabbing attacks by suspected terrorists in Israel’s central city of Ra’anana killed one person and left over a dozen people injured, including children, Israeli police said.
Turkey Detains Israeli Soccer Player For Remembering Hamas Massacre
Turkey has detained Israeli soccer player Sagiv Jehezkel for displaying a message about the Hamas massacre of some 1,200 people and kidnappings of 240 others 100 days ago in Israel.
Inside the United States
Trump Wins Iowa Handily, Calls For Party Unity as GOP Primaries Continue
Former President Donald Trump on Monday night easily won the caucuses in Iowa, the first state to vote in a months-long primary process where Republican voters will decide who they want to face the likely Democratic nominee, President Joe Biden, in November.
News networks call Iowa for Trump 30 minutes into caucuses
Several national news outlets were calling the Iowa Republican caucuses for former President Donald Trump just 30 minutes after they began.
Antisemitic Incidents Increased in US 360% After Hamas Attacked Israel
In the three months after Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7, antisemitic incidents increased throughout the U.S. by 360%, according to preliminary data published by the Anti-Defamation League.
Christian News
Nigeria: Boko Haram Murder 15 Christians, Kidnap Young Girl in Borno State
Aiming to force their version of Islamic law and control on northeastern Nigeria, Boko Haram Islamic terrorists slaughtered 15 Christians, wounded two others, and kidnapped a young girl during Jan. 1 attacks on two villages in Borno state, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Around 40% of Church Leaders Struggle With Post-Pandemic Burnout, New Survey Shows
A new survey shows that 40% of US church leaders are struggling with post-pandemic burnout that is causing them to seriously consider leaving their congregations, the Associated Press reports.
Iran Has Developed New Explosive Drone for Russia to Attack Ukraine
Iran has developed a new, especially designed "explosive and reconnaissance" attack drone that it plans to sell to Russia for its ongoing war against Ukraine, an informed source has told Sky News. US and Western power supporting Ukraine have previously accused Iran of supplying Russia with hundreds of one-way “suicide” drones that explode on impact with their target.
New AI-Powered Bible App Offers Personalized Experience of Scripture Study
Amid concerns that Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology constitutes a major threat against faith in God, a newly available AI-powered Bible app aims to help users deepen their walk with Jesus by personalizing their study of Scripture, CBN News reports.
Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles Into Sites in Syria, Iraq
Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed responsibility for an attack on what they referred to as Israel's "intelligence center" in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region, the Iranian state media reported on Monday.
Britain Warns Houthis Of Further Western Strikes After US Ship Is Hit
Britain’s prime minister warned the Iran-backed, Yemen-based Houthis of further Western strikes after they hit a U.S.-owned ship in the Red Sea.
US Jet Shots Down Houthi Missile As Fighting Intensifies
A U.S. fighter jet shot down an anti-ship cruise missile that was fired from the Iran-backed Houthis towards an American warship in the Red Sea, the United States Central Command said late Sunday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Leader Calls on Muslims Worldwide to Liberate Jerusalem
The head of Hamas' political bureau called on Muslims worldwide to "build on" the terrorist attacks perpetrated against Israel on October 7, and urged followers to continue in "jihad" for the liberation of Jerusalem and the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Terror Attack Kills 1, Injures Dozen In Israel
Car ramming and stabbing attacks by suspected terrorists in Israel’s central city of Ra’anana killed one person and left over a dozen people injured, including children, Israeli police said.
Turkey Detains Israeli Soccer Player For Remembering Hamas Massacre
Turkey has detained Israeli soccer player Sagiv Jehezkel for displaying a message about the Hamas massacre of some 1,200 people and kidnappings of 240 others 100 days ago in Israel.
Inside the United States
Trump Wins Iowa Handily, Calls For Party Unity as GOP Primaries Continue
Former President Donald Trump on Monday night easily won the caucuses in Iowa, the first state to vote in a months-long primary process where Republican voters will decide who they want to face the likely Democratic nominee, President Joe Biden, in November.
News networks call Iowa for Trump 30 minutes into caucuses
Several national news outlets were calling the Iowa Republican caucuses for former President Donald Trump just 30 minutes after they began.
Antisemitic Incidents Increased in US 360% After Hamas Attacked Israel
In the three months after Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7, antisemitic incidents increased throughout the U.S. by 360%, according to preliminary data published by the Anti-Defamation League.
Christian News
Nigeria: Boko Haram Murder 15 Christians, Kidnap Young Girl in Borno State
Aiming to force their version of Islamic law and control on northeastern Nigeria, Boko Haram Islamic terrorists slaughtered 15 Christians, wounded two others, and kidnapped a young girl during Jan. 1 attacks on two villages in Borno state, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Around 40% of Church Leaders Struggle With Post-Pandemic Burnout, New Survey Shows
A new survey shows that 40% of US church leaders are struggling with post-pandemic burnout that is causing them to seriously consider leaving their congregations, the Associated Press reports.
Iran Has Developed New Explosive Drone for Russia to Attack Ukraine
Iran has developed a new, especially designed "explosive and reconnaissance" attack drone that it plans to sell to Russia for its ongoing war against Ukraine, an informed source has told Sky News. US and Western power supporting Ukraine have previously accused Iran of supplying Russia with hundreds of one-way “suicide” drones that explode on impact with their target.
New AI-Powered Bible App Offers Personalized Experience of Scripture Study
Amid concerns that Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology constitutes a major threat against faith in God, a newly available AI-powered Bible app aims to help users deepen their walk with Jesus by personalizing their study of Scripture, CBN News reports.
Around the World
Dutch Mosques Demand Koran Burning Ban
Dutch mosques have urged the Netherlands to ban the burning of the Koran after several people were injured when the leader of anti-Islam group Pegida tried to torch that book, deemed holy by Muslims.
Britain Detains 6 Over Plot To Attack Stock Exchange
British police confirmed Sunday they had detained six suspects involved in an alleged Palestinian plot to attack the London Stock Exchange, impacting global financial trade.
Frederik X, Now King of Denmark After Historic Succession (Worthy News Radio)
Frederik X became the King of Denmark on Sunday following the formal abdication of his mother, Queen Margrethe II, who was on the throne for 52 years. Tens of thousands of Danes gathered in Copenhagen to witness the historic succession.
‘Disease X’ 20 Times Deadlier Than COVID-19’
The World Economic Forum (WEF) will host political and business leaders in Switzerland to discuss an unknown disease that allegedly could kill “20 times” more people than the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dutchman Sabotaged Iran’s Nuclear Program’ Causing Turmoil
The Netherlands faces political turmoil after information leaked that a Dutch engineer was named as the person responsible for sabotaging Iran’s nuclear program shortly before he died in Dubai.
Lai Ching-te Elected Taiwan’s President Despite China’s Threats
Voters in Taiwan elected pro-Western Lai Ching-te as the island’s next president despite China’s threat to intervene militarily.
EU Turmoil Over Nazi Events And Plot To Deport Millions (Worthy News Focus)
The European Union entered the weekend after days of upheaval resembling the Nazi era in two of its largest economies, Germany and Italy.
Mideast War Near As Iran-Backed Groups Vow To Attack US, Allies
The Middle East was rapidly moving towards a broader armed conflict Friday as Iran-backed groups pledged revenge for massive overnight U.S.-led military strikes in Yemen.
Ukraine’s Parliament Refuses Crackdown On Conscription Dodgers
Ukraine's embattled president suffered a domestic political defeat Friday as parliament refused to consider a conscription bill that proposes a crackdown on draft dodgers.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Posting Video Of Hostages As Biden Pledges Support
The Islamist Hamas group posted a video on the 100th day of its war against Israel, apparently showing three hostages held in Gaza: Noa Argamani, Yossi Sharabi, and Itay Svirsky.
Hamas Warns ‘Many Israeli Hostages Killed’
Hamas, which Israel regards as a terrorist organization, warned Sunday that many Israeli hostages may have been killed.
Israel Vows Victory On 100th Day Of War Against Hamas
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed victory on the battlefield as Sunday marked 100 days since Israel declared war against Hamas after the deadliest attack in Israel’s 75-year history.
Israel: ‘Hamas Prepared Attack Embassy In Sweden, Other Sites’
Israel said Saturday that the “Hamas terrorist organization” had been planning to attack its embassy in Sweden and other sites as part of an expansion by the Palestinian Islamist group into Europe.
Inside the United States
Arctic Cold Blast Could Smash Records as Millions of Americans Face Below-Zero Temperatures
An Arctic cold blast is blanketing the country, bringing record-breaking frigid conditions threatening to smash records, including the Deep South, until Wednesday. Tens of thousands nationwide are facing power outages due to the extreme winter conditions. Meanwhile, a blizzard that hit the Northeast led to the postponement of an NFL game.
Congress Prepares for Vote on Stopgap Bill to Prevent Partial Shutdown Next Week
Congress is once more taking steps to prevent a partial government shutdown by proposing a two-step stopgap funding bill this week, just ahead of the impending Friday deadline for government funding.
Texas Transports Over 100,000 Foreign Nationals to ‘Sanctuary Cities’
Since April 2022, more than 100,000 foreign nationals who have illegally crossed the border have been bused or flown from Texas to six sanctuary cities. This equates to roughly 5% of those who illegally entered Texas in fiscal 2023 alone, the highest number on record, The Center Square exclusively reported.
Dutch Mosques Demand Koran Burning Ban
Dutch mosques have urged the Netherlands to ban the burning of the Koran after several people were injured when the leader of anti-Islam group Pegida tried to torch that book, deemed holy by Muslims.
Britain Detains 6 Over Plot To Attack Stock Exchange
British police confirmed Sunday they had detained six suspects involved in an alleged Palestinian plot to attack the London Stock Exchange, impacting global financial trade.
Frederik X, Now King of Denmark After Historic Succession (Worthy News Radio)
Frederik X became the King of Denmark on Sunday following the formal abdication of his mother, Queen Margrethe II, who was on the throne for 52 years. Tens of thousands of Danes gathered in Copenhagen to witness the historic succession.
‘Disease X’ 20 Times Deadlier Than COVID-19’
The World Economic Forum (WEF) will host political and business leaders in Switzerland to discuss an unknown disease that allegedly could kill “20 times” more people than the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dutchman Sabotaged Iran’s Nuclear Program’ Causing Turmoil
The Netherlands faces political turmoil after information leaked that a Dutch engineer was named as the person responsible for sabotaging Iran’s nuclear program shortly before he died in Dubai.
Lai Ching-te Elected Taiwan’s President Despite China’s Threats
Voters in Taiwan elected pro-Western Lai Ching-te as the island’s next president despite China’s threat to intervene militarily.
EU Turmoil Over Nazi Events And Plot To Deport Millions (Worthy News Focus)
The European Union entered the weekend after days of upheaval resembling the Nazi era in two of its largest economies, Germany and Italy.
Mideast War Near As Iran-Backed Groups Vow To Attack US, Allies
The Middle East was rapidly moving towards a broader armed conflict Friday as Iran-backed groups pledged revenge for massive overnight U.S.-led military strikes in Yemen.
Ukraine’s Parliament Refuses Crackdown On Conscription Dodgers
Ukraine's embattled president suffered a domestic political defeat Friday as parliament refused to consider a conscription bill that proposes a crackdown on draft dodgers.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Posting Video Of Hostages As Biden Pledges Support
The Islamist Hamas group posted a video on the 100th day of its war against Israel, apparently showing three hostages held in Gaza: Noa Argamani, Yossi Sharabi, and Itay Svirsky.
Hamas Warns ‘Many Israeli Hostages Killed’
Hamas, which Israel regards as a terrorist organization, warned Sunday that many Israeli hostages may have been killed.
Israel Vows Victory On 100th Day Of War Against Hamas
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed victory on the battlefield as Sunday marked 100 days since Israel declared war against Hamas after the deadliest attack in Israel’s 75-year history.
Israel: ‘Hamas Prepared Attack Embassy In Sweden, Other Sites’
Israel said Saturday that the “Hamas terrorist organization” had been planning to attack its embassy in Sweden and other sites as part of an expansion by the Palestinian Islamist group into Europe.
Inside the United States
Arctic Cold Blast Could Smash Records as Millions of Americans Face Below-Zero Temperatures
An Arctic cold blast is blanketing the country, bringing record-breaking frigid conditions threatening to smash records, including the Deep South, until Wednesday. Tens of thousands nationwide are facing power outages due to the extreme winter conditions. Meanwhile, a blizzard that hit the Northeast led to the postponement of an NFL game.
Congress Prepares for Vote on Stopgap Bill to Prevent Partial Shutdown Next Week
Congress is once more taking steps to prevent a partial government shutdown by proposing a two-step stopgap funding bill this week, just ahead of the impending Friday deadline for government funding.
Texas Transports Over 100,000 Foreign Nationals to ‘Sanctuary Cities’
Since April 2022, more than 100,000 foreign nationals who have illegally crossed the border have been bused or flown from Texas to six sanctuary cities. This equates to roughly 5% of those who illegally entered Texas in fiscal 2023 alone, the highest number on record, The Center Square exclusively reported.
Around the World
Malaysia Rolling Out Controversial Digital ID
Malaysia has become the latest nation to start rolling out a digital identity document system called MyDigital ID, despite security concerns and fears of more government control over people’s lives.
Coalition Forces Strike Iranian-Backed Houthis in Yemen
After weeks of continuous attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea, coalition forces, led by the U.S. and the U.K., initiated major retaliatory strikes against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. This operation, marking the first significant counteroffensive against the Houthis, was supported by coalition partners from Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and Bahrain.
Papua New Guinea’s PM Declares State of Emergency As 16 Die In Unrest; Missionaries Concerned
Papua New Guinea's prime minister has declared a state of emergency across the Pacific island nation as at least 16 people were killed in unrest sparked by anger over a sudden pay cut to police and public sector workers.
Ecuador Plunging Into Civil War, Several Killed
At least 10 people were killed as Ecuador plunged further into civil war Wednesday, a day after gunmen stormed a television station in the country’s largest city.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Khamenei Says Crimes of ‘Zionist Entity’ Will Be Remembered After Its Destruction
The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, posted a tweet in Hebrew, sharply criticizing the "Zionist entity" for its "crimes" and will still be remembered after Israel is destroyed.
Inside the United States
Hunter Biden Faces Contempt of Congress Vote Amid Mounting Evidence
The president’s son, Hunter Biden, faces a contempt of Congress charge vote in the U.S. House of Representatives amid mounting evidence and criticism.
Christian News
Christians Are Persecuted In Catholic Mexico, “There Is Strong Opposition to the Gospel”
The US-based International Christian Concern persecution watchdog group has published a new report highlighting the ongoing persecution of Evangelical church leaders, and Protestant Christians generally, in predominantly Catholic Mexico.
Nigeria: Two Abducted Methodist Pastors Remain in Captivity Despite Ransom Payment
Two United Methodist Church pastors in Nigeria’s Taraba state remain in captivity, and in danger of being killed, despite the UMC’s payment of a ransom demanded by the Islamic terrorists who abducted them on Dec. 19, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Rights groups have ranked Nigeria number one in the world for the numbers of Christians murdered and kidnapped by Islamic jihadists.
US Officially Lists Azerbaijan as a Violator of Religious Freedoms
In a move welcomed by religious rights advocates, the United States has for the first time officially listed the Republic of Azerbaijan as a country which violates religious freedom, Christianity Today (CT) reports. A part of the former Soviet Union until the dissolution of the USSR in 1991, Azerbaijan is a Muslim-majority transcontinental state which lies at the intersection of Eastern Europe and Western Asia.
Nigerian Army and Government Complicit in Fulani Attacks on Christians
Not only has the Nigerian army been protecting Islamic Fulani terrorists who move in and occupy Christian villages they have attacked but Nigeria’s federal government has directed national broadcast stations to stop reporting on the ongoing murderous Fulani attacks against Christians, Truth Nigeria reports.
Malaysia Rolling Out Controversial Digital ID
Malaysia has become the latest nation to start rolling out a digital identity document system called MyDigital ID, despite security concerns and fears of more government control over people’s lives.
Coalition Forces Strike Iranian-Backed Houthis in Yemen
After weeks of continuous attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea, coalition forces, led by the U.S. and the U.K., initiated major retaliatory strikes against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. This operation, marking the first significant counteroffensive against the Houthis, was supported by coalition partners from Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and Bahrain.
Papua New Guinea’s PM Declares State of Emergency As 16 Die In Unrest; Missionaries Concerned
Papua New Guinea's prime minister has declared a state of emergency across the Pacific island nation as at least 16 people were killed in unrest sparked by anger over a sudden pay cut to police and public sector workers.
Ecuador Plunging Into Civil War, Several Killed
At least 10 people were killed as Ecuador plunged further into civil war Wednesday, a day after gunmen stormed a television station in the country’s largest city.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Khamenei Says Crimes of ‘Zionist Entity’ Will Be Remembered After Its Destruction
The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, posted a tweet in Hebrew, sharply criticizing the "Zionist entity" for its "crimes" and will still be remembered after Israel is destroyed.
Inside the United States
Hunter Biden Faces Contempt of Congress Vote Amid Mounting Evidence
The president’s son, Hunter Biden, faces a contempt of Congress charge vote in the U.S. House of Representatives amid mounting evidence and criticism.
Christian News
Christians Are Persecuted In Catholic Mexico, “There Is Strong Opposition to the Gospel”
The US-based International Christian Concern persecution watchdog group has published a new report highlighting the ongoing persecution of Evangelical church leaders, and Protestant Christians generally, in predominantly Catholic Mexico.
Nigeria: Two Abducted Methodist Pastors Remain in Captivity Despite Ransom Payment
Two United Methodist Church pastors in Nigeria’s Taraba state remain in captivity, and in danger of being killed, despite the UMC’s payment of a ransom demanded by the Islamic terrorists who abducted them on Dec. 19, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Rights groups have ranked Nigeria number one in the world for the numbers of Christians murdered and kidnapped by Islamic jihadists.
US Officially Lists Azerbaijan as a Violator of Religious Freedoms
In a move welcomed by religious rights advocates, the United States has for the first time officially listed the Republic of Azerbaijan as a country which violates religious freedom, Christianity Today (CT) reports. A part of the former Soviet Union until the dissolution of the USSR in 1991, Azerbaijan is a Muslim-majority transcontinental state which lies at the intersection of Eastern Europe and Western Asia.
Nigerian Army and Government Complicit in Fulani Attacks on Christians
Not only has the Nigerian army been protecting Islamic Fulani terrorists who move in and occupy Christian villages they have attacked but Nigeria’s federal government has directed national broadcast stations to stop reporting on the ongoing murderous Fulani attacks against Christians, Truth Nigeria reports.