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Around the World
Myanmar: UN investigators find evidence of “dramatic increase” in war crimes by military
The United Nations’ Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM) reported Tuesday that its investigators have found a “dramatic increase” in war crimes in Myanmar, including mass executions, sexual violence, and widespread destruction of residential areas, i24News reports.
Western allies concerned at Ukraine’s slow progress in counter offensive against Russia
While Ukraine’s allies have not given up hope of a final victory against Russia, senior Western officials have expressed pessimism about the country’s ability to take back control of major Russian-occupied territories, i24News reports.
France Detains Police Officers Over Killing
French authorities said Tuesday they had detained five police officers over the death of a young man during riots across France earlier this summer.
UN says deal reached with Syria to reopen main border crossing from Turkey
The United Nations announced late Tuesday that an agreement had been reached with Syria to reopen the main border crossing from Turkey to its rebel-held northwest for six months.
Taliban Deploys Hundreds of Suicide-Bombers in Faceoff With Iran
The Taliban has deployed hundreds of suicide bombers to Afghanistan's border with Iran amid an intensifying dispute over water access, Bloomberg reported.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli scientists grow tiny beating heart model from stem cells
A team of Israeli scientists announced on August 7 that they have succeeded in creating a tiny beating heart model grown from stem cells in a lab, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. Researchers believe that the availability of human organoids such as this model heart can help scientists understand human physiology and lead to medical breakthroughs in fighting disease.
U.S., Saudi agree on broad contours of a deal to normalize Israel ties, report
U.S. and Saudi Arabia have agreed on the broad contours of a deal for Saudi Arabia to recognize Israel in exchange for concessions to the Palestinians, U.S. security guarantees and help in advancing a civilian nuclear program. the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday.
Inside the United States
FBI Kills Elderly Man Who Threatened Biden Online
An elderly armed man, described as “frail” by neighbors, has been shot and killed by agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) after making online against U.S. President Joe Biden, officials said.
Christian News
Poll: Nearly 70% of Protestant pastors say their congregations have increasing fear
A new survey by Lifeway Research shows that 69% of US Protestant pastors believe their congregations are subject to a growing sense of fear about the future of America and the world. However, this year’s percentage is lower than the 74% of Protestant pastors who responded to the same question in 2014.
US nurse and daughter freed after kidnapping in Haiti
U.S. nurse Alix Dorsainvil and her young daughter are free after being kidnapped and held hostage in Haiti, the Christian charity that she works for announced Wednesday.
Man charged for silently praying near abortion clinic in England, critics call it a ‘thoughtcrime’
Authorities in Bournemouth, England, have criminally charged a British army veteran for praying silently while standing in a buffer zone outside an abortion clinic, his attorneys said Friday.
Myanmar: UN investigators find evidence of “dramatic increase” in war crimes by military
The United Nations’ Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM) reported Tuesday that its investigators have found a “dramatic increase” in war crimes in Myanmar, including mass executions, sexual violence, and widespread destruction of residential areas, i24News reports.
Western allies concerned at Ukraine’s slow progress in counter offensive against Russia
While Ukraine’s allies have not given up hope of a final victory against Russia, senior Western officials have expressed pessimism about the country’s ability to take back control of major Russian-occupied territories, i24News reports.
France Detains Police Officers Over Killing
French authorities said Tuesday they had detained five police officers over the death of a young man during riots across France earlier this summer.
UN says deal reached with Syria to reopen main border crossing from Turkey
The United Nations announced late Tuesday that an agreement had been reached with Syria to reopen the main border crossing from Turkey to its rebel-held northwest for six months.
Taliban Deploys Hundreds of Suicide-Bombers in Faceoff With Iran
The Taliban has deployed hundreds of suicide bombers to Afghanistan's border with Iran amid an intensifying dispute over water access, Bloomberg reported.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli scientists grow tiny beating heart model from stem cells
A team of Israeli scientists announced on August 7 that they have succeeded in creating a tiny beating heart model grown from stem cells in a lab, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. Researchers believe that the availability of human organoids such as this model heart can help scientists understand human physiology and lead to medical breakthroughs in fighting disease.
U.S., Saudi agree on broad contours of a deal to normalize Israel ties, report
U.S. and Saudi Arabia have agreed on the broad contours of a deal for Saudi Arabia to recognize Israel in exchange for concessions to the Palestinians, U.S. security guarantees and help in advancing a civilian nuclear program. the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday.
Inside the United States
FBI Kills Elderly Man Who Threatened Biden Online
An elderly armed man, described as “frail” by neighbors, has been shot and killed by agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) after making online against U.S. President Joe Biden, officials said.
Christian News
Poll: Nearly 70% of Protestant pastors say their congregations have increasing fear
A new survey by Lifeway Research shows that 69% of US Protestant pastors believe their congregations are subject to a growing sense of fear about the future of America and the world. However, this year’s percentage is lower than the 74% of Protestant pastors who responded to the same question in 2014.
US nurse and daughter freed after kidnapping in Haiti
U.S. nurse Alix Dorsainvil and her young daughter are free after being kidnapped and held hostage in Haiti, the Christian charity that she works for announced Wednesday.
Man charged for silently praying near abortion clinic in England, critics call it a ‘thoughtcrime’
Authorities in Bournemouth, England, have criminally charged a British army veteran for praying silently while standing in a buffer zone outside an abortion clinic, his attorneys said Friday.
Around the World
Russian Missile Strikes Hit Ukrainian Town, But Moscow Blames Kyiv
Rescue efforts continued in an eastern Ukrainian town on Tuesday as the confirmed death toll following a Russian missile strike rose to seven.
What is Disease X? UK scientists begin work on vaccine for new pandemic
Scientists in the UK have begun developing vaccines to ensure the public is protected against a new pandemic caused by an unknown “Disease X”.
Biden Admin Has Given $2.35 Billion to Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan
The Biden administration has provided more than $2.35 billion in taxpayer dollars to Afghanistan since the Taliban retook control of the government in 2021 following a deadly U.S. evacuation.
Iran gets ready for first parliamentary elections since nationwide protests
For the first time since extended nationwide anti-government protests were triggered in Iran last year, the Iranian Islamic Republic is preparing to hold new parliamentary elections in March 2024, the Associated Press reports. Iranian authorities began registering electoral candidates for the 290-seat parliament on Monday.
Fires Rage In Portugal, Floods In Slovenia As Severe Weather Hits Europe (Worthy News Radio)
Fire brigades in Portugal are struggling to contain wildfires engulfing thousands of hectares, with authorities saying at least nine firefighters were injured in the blazes. It comes as much of Europe suffers extreme weather patterns ranging from heatwaves to heavy rains and storms causing deadly flooding and landslides.
3,000 US Navy troops arrive in Middle East to deter Iran’s seizure of international merchant ships
The United States Navy has deployed the assault ship USS Bataan and over 3,000 sailors and Marines to the Red Sea in the Middle East in an effort to deter Iran from “harassing and seizing” international merchant ships traveling through the Suez Canal, The Hill reports. The USS Bataan arrived Sunday after sailing from the Mediterranean Sea through the Suez Canal.
Ukraine’s SBU Prevents Killing President, But Several Die In Russian Strikes
Ukraine’s security service claimed Monday to have foiled a plot to kill the country’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, but five people died in a suspected Russian missile strike in the eastern Ukrainian town of Pokrovsk.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel committed to Christians’ safety in Jerusalem amid attacks, police say
Israel is committed to the personal security of Catholic churches in Jerusalem and the religious freedom of the city's Christian community, Israel Police stressed in a meeting with community leaders on Tuesday.
Inside the United States
CBO says federal deficit will reach $1.7 trillion this year, third worst in history
The Congressional Budget Office revised its projections Tuesday, saying it now expects the federal government to run a $1.7 trillion deficit this year as inflation hits Uncle Sam hard.
US Scientists Repeat Fusion Ignition Breakthrough
U.S. scientists have achieved net energy gain in a fusion reaction for the second time since December, the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory said on Sunday.
Moody’s Downgrades US Banks, Warns of Possible Cuts to Others
Moody’s cut credit ratings of several small to mid-sized U.S. banks on Monday and said it may downgrade some of the nation’s biggest lenders, warning that the sector’s credit strength will likely be tested by funding risks and weaker profitability.
As credit card debt tops $1 trillion for the first time, ‘a huge test’ for cardholders is coming
Collectively, Americans now owe more than $1 trillion on credit cards.
China is conducting “relentless espionage campaign” against America, US lawmaker reports
The Chairman of the US House Select Committee on China has warned that the Chinese Communist Party is conducting a “relentless espionage campaign against America,” Politico reports.
Texas rescues more than 900 smuggled children at southern border
Through Texas’ border security mission Operation Lone Star, Texas DPS troopers have rescued over 900 children being smuggled into and through Texas from Mexico by human traffickers, DPS Lt. Chris Olivarez recently announced.
Christian News
India: Chhattisgarh Christians attacked for refusing to renounce Christ
A mob of Hindu nationalists violently attacked four Christians in central India’s Chhattisgarh state because they refused to renounce Christ and return to Hinduism, International Christian Concern (ICC) reported last week.
Russian Missile Strikes Hit Ukrainian Town, But Moscow Blames Kyiv
Rescue efforts continued in an eastern Ukrainian town on Tuesday as the confirmed death toll following a Russian missile strike rose to seven.
What is Disease X? UK scientists begin work on vaccine for new pandemic
Scientists in the UK have begun developing vaccines to ensure the public is protected against a new pandemic caused by an unknown “Disease X”.
Biden Admin Has Given $2.35 Billion to Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan
The Biden administration has provided more than $2.35 billion in taxpayer dollars to Afghanistan since the Taliban retook control of the government in 2021 following a deadly U.S. evacuation.
Iran gets ready for first parliamentary elections since nationwide protests
For the first time since extended nationwide anti-government protests were triggered in Iran last year, the Iranian Islamic Republic is preparing to hold new parliamentary elections in March 2024, the Associated Press reports. Iranian authorities began registering electoral candidates for the 290-seat parliament on Monday.
Fires Rage In Portugal, Floods In Slovenia As Severe Weather Hits Europe (Worthy News Radio)
Fire brigades in Portugal are struggling to contain wildfires engulfing thousands of hectares, with authorities saying at least nine firefighters were injured in the blazes. It comes as much of Europe suffers extreme weather patterns ranging from heatwaves to heavy rains and storms causing deadly flooding and landslides.
3,000 US Navy troops arrive in Middle East to deter Iran’s seizure of international merchant ships
The United States Navy has deployed the assault ship USS Bataan and over 3,000 sailors and Marines to the Red Sea in the Middle East in an effort to deter Iran from “harassing and seizing” international merchant ships traveling through the Suez Canal, The Hill reports. The USS Bataan arrived Sunday after sailing from the Mediterranean Sea through the Suez Canal.
Ukraine’s SBU Prevents Killing President, But Several Die In Russian Strikes
Ukraine’s security service claimed Monday to have foiled a plot to kill the country’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, but five people died in a suspected Russian missile strike in the eastern Ukrainian town of Pokrovsk.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel committed to Christians’ safety in Jerusalem amid attacks, police say
Israel is committed to the personal security of Catholic churches in Jerusalem and the religious freedom of the city's Christian community, Israel Police stressed in a meeting with community leaders on Tuesday.
Inside the United States
CBO says federal deficit will reach $1.7 trillion this year, third worst in history
The Congressional Budget Office revised its projections Tuesday, saying it now expects the federal government to run a $1.7 trillion deficit this year as inflation hits Uncle Sam hard.
US Scientists Repeat Fusion Ignition Breakthrough
U.S. scientists have achieved net energy gain in a fusion reaction for the second time since December, the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory said on Sunday.
Moody’s Downgrades US Banks, Warns of Possible Cuts to Others
Moody’s cut credit ratings of several small to mid-sized U.S. banks on Monday and said it may downgrade some of the nation’s biggest lenders, warning that the sector’s credit strength will likely be tested by funding risks and weaker profitability.
As credit card debt tops $1 trillion for the first time, ‘a huge test’ for cardholders is coming
Collectively, Americans now owe more than $1 trillion on credit cards.
China is conducting “relentless espionage campaign” against America, US lawmaker reports
The Chairman of the US House Select Committee on China has warned that the Chinese Communist Party is conducting a “relentless espionage campaign against America,” Politico reports.
Texas rescues more than 900 smuggled children at southern border
Through Texas’ border security mission Operation Lone Star, Texas DPS troopers have rescued over 900 children being smuggled into and through Texas from Mexico by human traffickers, DPS Lt. Chris Olivarez recently announced.
Christian News
India: Chhattisgarh Christians attacked for refusing to renounce Christ
A mob of Hindu nationalists violently attacked four Christians in central India’s Chhattisgarh state because they refused to renounce Christ and return to Hinduism, International Christian Concern (ICC) reported last week.
Around the World
US announces $345 million military aid for Taiwan
The United States on Friday announced a weapons package for Taiwan worth up to $345 million, Reuters reports. The Biden administration has not publicized details as to what this package will include.
Dozens Killed In Pakistan Train Crash
Pakistani police said at least 30 people were killed and 100 injured when a train derailed in southern Pakistan, underscoring broader concerns about railway safety in the Asian nation.
At least 17 Killed In Georgia Landslide
The death toll from a landslide hitting a resort area in the mountains of Georgia has risen to 17, the country's Interior Ministry confirmed Sunday, and there were fears rescuers would find more bodies.
Slovenia Appeals For Help After Deadly Floods
Slovenia on Sunday appealed for aid from the European Union and NATO military alliance after weekend flooding killed at least three people and caused damage estimated at over half a billion euros ($550 million).
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli Court To Scrutinize Law Protecting Netanyahu in Expanded Hearing
Israel’s Supreme Court announced Sunday that a broader panel of justices would review appeals challenging a recent law that protects Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from being deemed unfit for service.
Gaza: Hamas sentences seven people to death for “collaboration” with Israel
Ignoring Palestinian law which requires that the Palestinian Authority in the West Bank must approve all executions, the Hamas terror group which rules Gaza on Sunday sentenced seven people to death for “collaborating” with sworn enemy Israel, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. The sentences were passed by the Hamas military court and announced by Hamas’ interior ministry.
Inside the United States
Federal judge halts Colorado’s new gun purchase age limit law
A federal judge on Monday halted Colorado’s new law raising the age to purchase firearms in the state to 21 years old.
Judge overseeing Trump classified documents case deals blows to special counsel Jack Smith
A federal judge dealt several blows Monday to Special Counsel Jack Smith's prosecution of former President Donald Trump for his alleged mishandling of classified documents.
Judge orders Catherine Herridge to reveal sources for stories on FBI, Chinese American scientist
A federal judge ordered CBS News senior correspondent Catherine Herridge to reveal her sources for a series of stories about the FBI's investigation of a Chinese American scientist back when she worked for Fox News.
Christian News
India: Manipur Christians continue to suffer violence amid unrest, government criticized for silence
While India’s central government remains largely silent, Christians in the north-east Indian state of Manipur are continuing to suffer deadly upheaval amid protracted violence between the powerful Hindu majority Meitei community and the Tribal Christian Kuki minority, Global Christian Relief (GCR) reports.
US announces $345 million military aid for Taiwan
The United States on Friday announced a weapons package for Taiwan worth up to $345 million, Reuters reports. The Biden administration has not publicized details as to what this package will include.
Dozens Killed In Pakistan Train Crash
Pakistani police said at least 30 people were killed and 100 injured when a train derailed in southern Pakistan, underscoring broader concerns about railway safety in the Asian nation.
At least 17 Killed In Georgia Landslide
The death toll from a landslide hitting a resort area in the mountains of Georgia has risen to 17, the country's Interior Ministry confirmed Sunday, and there were fears rescuers would find more bodies.
Slovenia Appeals For Help After Deadly Floods
Slovenia on Sunday appealed for aid from the European Union and NATO military alliance after weekend flooding killed at least three people and caused damage estimated at over half a billion euros ($550 million).
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli Court To Scrutinize Law Protecting Netanyahu in Expanded Hearing
Israel’s Supreme Court announced Sunday that a broader panel of justices would review appeals challenging a recent law that protects Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from being deemed unfit for service.
Gaza: Hamas sentences seven people to death for “collaboration” with Israel
Ignoring Palestinian law which requires that the Palestinian Authority in the West Bank must approve all executions, the Hamas terror group which rules Gaza on Sunday sentenced seven people to death for “collaborating” with sworn enemy Israel, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. The sentences were passed by the Hamas military court and announced by Hamas’ interior ministry.
Inside the United States
Federal judge halts Colorado’s new gun purchase age limit law
A federal judge on Monday halted Colorado’s new law raising the age to purchase firearms in the state to 21 years old.
Judge overseeing Trump classified documents case deals blows to special counsel Jack Smith
A federal judge dealt several blows Monday to Special Counsel Jack Smith's prosecution of former President Donald Trump for his alleged mishandling of classified documents.
Judge orders Catherine Herridge to reveal sources for stories on FBI, Chinese American scientist
A federal judge ordered CBS News senior correspondent Catherine Herridge to reveal her sources for a series of stories about the FBI's investigation of a Chinese American scientist back when she worked for Fox News.
Christian News
India: Manipur Christians continue to suffer violence amid unrest, government criticized for silence
While India’s central government remains largely silent, Christians in the north-east Indian state of Manipur are continuing to suffer deadly upheaval amid protracted violence between the powerful Hindu majority Meitei community and the Tribal Christian Kuki minority, Global Christian Relief (GCR) reports.