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Around the World
Trump Signs Executive Order Pledging U.S. Military Protection for Qatar After Israeli Strike
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order pledging to defend Qatar against external attacks, extending NATO-style security assurances to the Gulf nation just weeks after Israeli airstrikes targeted Hamas leaders in Doha.
Powerful Quake Kills Dozens In Philippines; Christians Speak Of Miracles Amid Misery
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck central Philippines late Tuesday killed scores of people, with its epicenter off the coast of Cebu province near Bogo City, but Christians also spoke of miracles and faith amid the misery.
Explosions, Fire, and Fatality Shake Munich Amid Oktoberfest and Security Fears
The German city of Munich was rocked early Wednesday by explosions, gunfire, and a deadly fire in its northern quarter, prompting fears of a link to Oktoberfest, the world’s largest beer festival.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Says Gaza City Nearly Encircled as IDF Pushes Toward Final Siege
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz declared Wednesday that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are close to fully encircling Gaza City, urging remaining residents to flee south through Israeli checkpoints in what he described as their "last opportunity" before the city is sealed off.
Hamas Signals Likely Rejection Of Trump’s 20-point Gaza Plan
A senior Hamas official told the BBC on Wednesday that the group is likely to reject U.S. President Donald Trump’s newly unveiled 20-point ceasefire and peace proposal for Gaza, saying the package “serves Israel’s interests” and “ignores those of the Palestinian people.”
Inside the United States
Trump Deploys National Guard to Portland Amid ICE Protests, Local Leaders Push Back
President Donald Trump confirmed Wednesday that the National Guard is now deployed in Portland, Oregon, to protect federal immigration enforcement operations as protests against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) continue to roil the city.
Christian News
8,000 Students Gather for UniteUS Revival at University of Tennessee, 500 Make Decisions for Christ
More than 8,000 college students filled the Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center Tuesday night for a UniteUS campus revival event, where worship, testimonies, and a call to faith in Jesus Christ led to hundreds of baptisms.
Trump Signs Executive Order Pledging U.S. Military Protection for Qatar After Israeli Strike
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order pledging to defend Qatar against external attacks, extending NATO-style security assurances to the Gulf nation just weeks after Israeli airstrikes targeted Hamas leaders in Doha.
Powerful Quake Kills Dozens In Philippines; Christians Speak Of Miracles Amid Misery
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck central Philippines late Tuesday killed scores of people, with its epicenter off the coast of Cebu province near Bogo City, but Christians also spoke of miracles and faith amid the misery.
Explosions, Fire, and Fatality Shake Munich Amid Oktoberfest and Security Fears
The German city of Munich was rocked early Wednesday by explosions, gunfire, and a deadly fire in its northern quarter, prompting fears of a link to Oktoberfest, the world’s largest beer festival.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Says Gaza City Nearly Encircled as IDF Pushes Toward Final Siege
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz declared Wednesday that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are close to fully encircling Gaza City, urging remaining residents to flee south through Israeli checkpoints in what he described as their "last opportunity" before the city is sealed off.
Hamas Signals Likely Rejection Of Trump’s 20-point Gaza Plan
A senior Hamas official told the BBC on Wednesday that the group is likely to reject U.S. President Donald Trump’s newly unveiled 20-point ceasefire and peace proposal for Gaza, saying the package “serves Israel’s interests” and “ignores those of the Palestinian people.”
Inside the United States
Trump Deploys National Guard to Portland Amid ICE Protests, Local Leaders Push Back
President Donald Trump confirmed Wednesday that the National Guard is now deployed in Portland, Oregon, to protect federal immigration enforcement operations as protests against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) continue to roil the city.
Christian News
8,000 Students Gather for UniteUS Revival at University of Tennessee, 500 Make Decisions for Christ
More than 8,000 college students filled the Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center Tuesday night for a UniteUS campus revival event, where worship, testimonies, and a call to faith in Jesus Christ led to hundreds of baptisms.
Around the World
Czech Elections Could Strengthen Orbán-Linked Populist Bloc In Europe
Surveys suggest that the Czech Republic may soon join Hungary and Slovakia in forming a bloc of Central and Eastern European nations challenging Brussels as voters head to the polls October 3–4 in a crucial parliamentary election.
Strong Earthquake Jolts Central Philippines, Damages Church, Cuts Power (Video)
Witnesses told Worthy News that a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of at least 6.7 shook the central Philippines late Tuesday, sending people fleeing into the streets, damaging a historic stone church, a mall, and knocking out power in some areas.
Trump–Orbán Tensions Rise As Bulgaria Backs EU Plan To Phase Out Russian Gas
The bromance between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán appeared strained on Monday: Bulgaria announced it plans to end Russian natural gas exports to the European Union after Trump called for Europe to end its Russian energy purchases.
Hungary’s Orbán Says Ukraine Not Sovereign Country
Hungary’s prime minister has defended the possibility that Hungarian drones violated Ukrainian airspace, saying he doesn’t consider Ukraine an independent, sovereign country.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Gives Hamas Days to Accept Peace Plan, Warns of Consequences if Rejected
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stern ultimatum Tuesday, warning Hamas it has only "three or four days" to accept his new 20-point Gaza peace plan or face destruction at the hands of Israel.
Inside the United States
Senate Deadlocks on Dueling Plans as U.S. Government Shutdown Begins
The federal government will officially enter a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday after both Senate Republicans and Democrats blocked competing short-term funding bills, failing to prevent the first lapse in federal funding since President Donald Trump’s first term. The standoff capped days of failed negotiations between the White House and congressional leaders, with neither side willing to concede on core demands.
Trump and Hegseth Declare End of ‘Woke Military,’ Launch ‘War Department’ Era
President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday unveiled a sweeping transformation of the U.S. military, rebranding the Pentagon as the “Department of War” and rolling out a raft of directives aimed at reversing what they called years of “woke” policies.
Christian News
Evangelist Franklin Graham Praises Tim Allen’s Forgiveness Of Father’s Killer After Erika Kirk’s Emotional Tribute
Evangelist Franklin Graham said Tuesday he was “encouraged” to learn that American actor, comedian, and bestselling writer Tim Allen has forgiven the man responsible for his father’s death in 1964.
Czech Elections Could Strengthen Orbán-Linked Populist Bloc In Europe
Surveys suggest that the Czech Republic may soon join Hungary and Slovakia in forming a bloc of Central and Eastern European nations challenging Brussels as voters head to the polls October 3–4 in a crucial parliamentary election.
Strong Earthquake Jolts Central Philippines, Damages Church, Cuts Power (Video)
Witnesses told Worthy News that a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of at least 6.7 shook the central Philippines late Tuesday, sending people fleeing into the streets, damaging a historic stone church, a mall, and knocking out power in some areas.
Trump–Orbán Tensions Rise As Bulgaria Backs EU Plan To Phase Out Russian Gas
The bromance between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán appeared strained on Monday: Bulgaria announced it plans to end Russian natural gas exports to the European Union after Trump called for Europe to end its Russian energy purchases.
Hungary’s Orbán Says Ukraine Not Sovereign Country
Hungary’s prime minister has defended the possibility that Hungarian drones violated Ukrainian airspace, saying he doesn’t consider Ukraine an independent, sovereign country.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Gives Hamas Days to Accept Peace Plan, Warns of Consequences if Rejected
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stern ultimatum Tuesday, warning Hamas it has only "three or four days" to accept his new 20-point Gaza peace plan or face destruction at the hands of Israel.
Inside the United States
Senate Deadlocks on Dueling Plans as U.S. Government Shutdown Begins
The federal government will officially enter a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday after both Senate Republicans and Democrats blocked competing short-term funding bills, failing to prevent the first lapse in federal funding since President Donald Trump’s first term. The standoff capped days of failed negotiations between the White House and congressional leaders, with neither side willing to concede on core demands.
Trump and Hegseth Declare End of ‘Woke Military,’ Launch ‘War Department’ Era
President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday unveiled a sweeping transformation of the U.S. military, rebranding the Pentagon as the “Department of War” and rolling out a raft of directives aimed at reversing what they called years of “woke” policies.
Christian News
Evangelist Franklin Graham Praises Tim Allen’s Forgiveness Of Father’s Killer After Erika Kirk’s Emotional Tribute
Evangelist Franklin Graham said Tuesday he was “encouraged” to learn that American actor, comedian, and bestselling writer Tim Allen has forgiven the man responsible for his father’s death in 1964.
Around the World
Taliban Imposes Nationwide Internet Blackout in Afghanistan Amid Morality Crackdown
Afghanistan has been plunged into a nationwide communications blackout after the Taliban cut internet and telephone services across the country in what the Islamist regime calls a move to enforce “morality measures.”
Trump Signals Harder Line on Moscow, Considers Tomahawk Missiles for Ukraine
President Donald Trump is taking a sharply tougher line against Moscow, authorizing Ukraine to strike inside Russian territory with U.S. weapons, considering Kyiv's request for Tomahawk cruise missiles, and urging China and India to slash their purchases of Russian oil.
Moldova’s Pro-Western Governing Party Wins Elections, Overshadowed By Russian Interference Allegations
Moldova’s pro-Western governing Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) has won crucial parliamentary elections overshadowed by concerns over alleged Russian interference, according to official results released Monday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Apologizes to Qatar Over Israeli Strike as Trump Pushes Gaza Peace Plan
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a rare apology Monday to Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani for an Israeli strike in Doha earlier this month that killed a Qatari guard during an attempted assassination of Hamas leaders.
Trump Unveils 21-Point Plan to End Gaza War; Netanyahu Voices Support
U.S. President Donald J. Trump on Monday unveiled what he described as a "comprehensive and fair" 21-point plan to end the war in Gaza immediately, secure the release of hostages, and set the foundation for rebuilding the enclave under international oversight. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly endorsed the proposal, calling Trump "the greatest friend Israel has ever had in the White House."
Inside the United States
Trump, Congress Deadlocked as Government Shutdown Looms
With just hours remaining before a partial government shutdown, talks between President Donald Trump and congressional leaders collapsed Monday without a deal, leaving federal agencies bracing for a funding lapse at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday.
Pentagon Presses Missile Makers to Double or Quadruple Output Amid China War Concerns
Alarmed by dwindling U.S. missile stockpiles and the risk of being underprepared for a future conflict with China, the Pentagon is pushing its top suppliers to double or even quadruple production of key munitions on an accelerated timeline, according to an exclusive report in The Wall Street Journal.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams Ends Reelection Bid (Video)
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Sunday that he is ending his bid for reelection in a stunning reversal in the world’s financial capital and largest U.S. city that could reshape the upcoming mayoral race.
Michigan LDS Church Attack Leaves At Least Four Dead, Several Injured; FBI Leads Probe
A community in the U.S. state of Michigan was plunged into mourning Monday after a former Marine crashed his vehicle into a church, opened fire on worshippers, and set the building ablaze, killing at least four people and wounding eight others before being killed in a shootout with police.
Christian News
Wave of Attacks on Christians in India Follows Passage of Harsh Anti-Conversion Bill
Civil society groups in Rajasthan are raising alarm over a sharp rise in attacks on Christians just weeks after the state assembly passed one of India's harshest anti-conversion bills.
China Launches Major Crackdown on House Churches, Over 70 Believers Arrested
Authorities in eastern China have carried out one of the largest crackdowns on unregistered Christian churches in recent years, arresting more than 70 people in a sweeping operation targeting Bible study groups and house church gatherings, according to Open Doors.
Taliban Imposes Nationwide Internet Blackout in Afghanistan Amid Morality Crackdown
Afghanistan has been plunged into a nationwide communications blackout after the Taliban cut internet and telephone services across the country in what the Islamist regime calls a move to enforce “morality measures.”
Trump Signals Harder Line on Moscow, Considers Tomahawk Missiles for Ukraine
President Donald Trump is taking a sharply tougher line against Moscow, authorizing Ukraine to strike inside Russian territory with U.S. weapons, considering Kyiv's request for Tomahawk cruise missiles, and urging China and India to slash their purchases of Russian oil.
Moldova’s Pro-Western Governing Party Wins Elections, Overshadowed By Russian Interference Allegations
Moldova’s pro-Western governing Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) has won crucial parliamentary elections overshadowed by concerns over alleged Russian interference, according to official results released Monday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Apologizes to Qatar Over Israeli Strike as Trump Pushes Gaza Peace Plan
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a rare apology Monday to Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani for an Israeli strike in Doha earlier this month that killed a Qatari guard during an attempted assassination of Hamas leaders.
Trump Unveils 21-Point Plan to End Gaza War; Netanyahu Voices Support
U.S. President Donald J. Trump on Monday unveiled what he described as a "comprehensive and fair" 21-point plan to end the war in Gaza immediately, secure the release of hostages, and set the foundation for rebuilding the enclave under international oversight. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly endorsed the proposal, calling Trump "the greatest friend Israel has ever had in the White House."
Inside the United States
Trump, Congress Deadlocked as Government Shutdown Looms
With just hours remaining before a partial government shutdown, talks between President Donald Trump and congressional leaders collapsed Monday without a deal, leaving federal agencies bracing for a funding lapse at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday.
Pentagon Presses Missile Makers to Double or Quadruple Output Amid China War Concerns
Alarmed by dwindling U.S. missile stockpiles and the risk of being underprepared for a future conflict with China, the Pentagon is pushing its top suppliers to double or even quadruple production of key munitions on an accelerated timeline, according to an exclusive report in The Wall Street Journal.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams Ends Reelection Bid (Video)
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Sunday that he is ending his bid for reelection in a stunning reversal in the world’s financial capital and largest U.S. city that could reshape the upcoming mayoral race.
Michigan LDS Church Attack Leaves At Least Four Dead, Several Injured; FBI Leads Probe
A community in the U.S. state of Michigan was plunged into mourning Monday after a former Marine crashed his vehicle into a church, opened fire on worshippers, and set the building ablaze, killing at least four people and wounding eight others before being killed in a shootout with police.
Christian News
Wave of Attacks on Christians in India Follows Passage of Harsh Anti-Conversion Bill
Civil society groups in Rajasthan are raising alarm over a sharp rise in attacks on Christians just weeks after the state assembly passed one of India's harshest anti-conversion bills.
China Launches Major Crackdown on House Churches, Over 70 Believers Arrested
Authorities in eastern China have carried out one of the largest crackdowns on unregistered Christian churches in recent years, arresting more than 70 people in a sweeping operation targeting Bible study groups and house church gatherings, according to Open Doors.