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Around the World
Ireland Elects Pro-Palestine President In Rebuke To Establishment Parties
Official results showed Monday that Ireland, a member of the European Union, has elected an outspoken independent lawmaker known for her criticism of Israel’s military actions in Gaza and her distrust of EU defense policies.
Trump Warns Putin Over Russian Nuclear Missile Test Amid Escalating War Tensions
U.S. President Donald J. Trump warned Russia’s leader, Vladimir Putin, on Monday that the United States has “a nuclear submarine off your shore” as he condemned a Russian nuclear cruise missile test as “inappropriate.”d
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Gaza Deal Turns Terrorists into Millionaires
The latest Gaza ceasefire deal has unleashed a shocking consequence: the creation of 160 Palestinian terrorist millionaires, each enriched through years of "pay-for-slay" stipends from the Palestinian Authority (PA) while serving prison sentences for murdering Israelis. Now freed under the U.S.-brokered Gaza agreement, many of these convicted killers have walked out of Israeli jails not only unrepentant--but wealthy, celebrated as heroes, and financially rewarded for their crimes.
Israel Says Four Hostage Bodies Still Missing in Gaza, Presses Hamas for Return
Israel does not know the location of four of the remaining 13 bodies of hostages still held in Gaza, as pressure mounts on Hamas to resume returning the remains under the cease-fire and hostage-release agreement, according to Israeli sources familiar with the talks.
Inside the United States
Democrat-friendly Labor Union Urges Congress To Pass GOP Funding Bill, Open Govt
As the ongoing government shutdown hits the 27-day mark, the largest federal employee union is urging the U.S. Senate to pass Republicans’ funding stopgap bill.
Newsom Says He Will Consider Running For President
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he will consider a run for the White House.
Christian News
Islamic Militants Kill Scores Of Christians In Mozambique; Thousands Displaced (Worthy News In-Depth)
Islamic militants have killed scores of Christians in Mozambique in recent weeks, including more than 30 believers who were found beheaded, while numerous churches and homes were burned down, leaving thousands displaced, Worthy News established Monday.
Worthy Insights
As Americans Lose Trust in Media and Government, Faith in the Bible Is Starting to Grow
Consistent polling shows trust in America continues to fade – in government, institutions, even religion. Yet one new report finds that many still turn to the Bible, even as others question its relevance in modern life.
Museum of the Bible to Host National Prayer Altar: ‘People of Faith Must Come Together’
The Museum of the Bible will host the National Prayer Altar this Thursday, Oct. 30th, at 6 p.m. This event brings Americans together in-person and online. Its goal is to unite the U.S. church and bring healing to a divided country.
Ireland Elects Pro-Palestine President In Rebuke To Establishment Parties
Official results showed Monday that Ireland, a member of the European Union, has elected an outspoken independent lawmaker known for her criticism of Israel’s military actions in Gaza and her distrust of EU defense policies.
Trump Warns Putin Over Russian Nuclear Missile Test Amid Escalating War Tensions
U.S. President Donald J. Trump warned Russia’s leader, Vladimir Putin, on Monday that the United States has “a nuclear submarine off your shore” as he condemned a Russian nuclear cruise missile test as “inappropriate.”d
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Gaza Deal Turns Terrorists into Millionaires
The latest Gaza ceasefire deal has unleashed a shocking consequence: the creation of 160 Palestinian terrorist millionaires, each enriched through years of "pay-for-slay" stipends from the Palestinian Authority (PA) while serving prison sentences for murdering Israelis. Now freed under the U.S.-brokered Gaza agreement, many of these convicted killers have walked out of Israeli jails not only unrepentant--but wealthy, celebrated as heroes, and financially rewarded for their crimes.
Israel Says Four Hostage Bodies Still Missing in Gaza, Presses Hamas for Return
Israel does not know the location of four of the remaining 13 bodies of hostages still held in Gaza, as pressure mounts on Hamas to resume returning the remains under the cease-fire and hostage-release agreement, according to Israeli sources familiar with the talks.
Inside the United States
Democrat-friendly Labor Union Urges Congress To Pass GOP Funding Bill, Open Govt
As the ongoing government shutdown hits the 27-day mark, the largest federal employee union is urging the U.S. Senate to pass Republicans’ funding stopgap bill.
Newsom Says He Will Consider Running For President
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he will consider a run for the White House.
Christian News
Islamic Militants Kill Scores Of Christians In Mozambique; Thousands Displaced (Worthy News In-Depth)
Islamic militants have killed scores of Christians in Mozambique in recent weeks, including more than 30 believers who were found beheaded, while numerous churches and homes were burned down, leaving thousands displaced, Worthy News established Monday.
Worthy Insights
As Americans Lose Trust in Media and Government, Faith in the Bible Is Starting to Grow
Consistent polling shows trust in America continues to fade – in government, institutions, even religion. Yet one new report finds that many still turn to the Bible, even as others question its relevance in modern life.
Museum of the Bible to Host National Prayer Altar: ‘People of Faith Must Come Together’
The Museum of the Bible will host the National Prayer Altar this Thursday, Oct. 30th, at 6 p.m. This event brings Americans together in-person and online. Its goal is to unite the U.S. church and bring healing to a divided country.
Around the World
Trump Cancels Trade Talks with Canada After Ontario Uses “Fake” Reagan Ad Criticizing Tariffs
President Donald J. Trump announced Thursday that he is immediately terminating trade negotiations with Canada after the Ontario provincial government launched an anti-tariff advertisement featuring what the Ronald Reagan Foundation has confirmed to be a manipulated audio clip of former President Ronald Reagan.
U.S. Deploys Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group to Latin America Amid Rising Tensions With Venezuela
The Pentagon has ordered the USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group--the world's largest and most advanced warship--to Latin America in what officials describe as an expanded mission to counter drug trafficking but which analysts say marks a sharp escalation in tensions with Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro regime.
Hurricane Melissa Strengthens Toward Jamaica, Could Reach Category 5
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) warned Sunday that Hurricane Melissa could intensify into a Category 5 hurricane before making landfall on Jamaica late Monday or early Tuesday.
EU Summit Stalls on Russian Assets as Lithuanian Airspace Violation Heightens Tensions
The European Union summit in Brussels ended early Friday without a political agreement on how to use Russia’s frozen assets to support Ukraine in its military battle against Moscow, while tensions rose after EU member state Lithuania accused Russian warplanes of violating its airspace — a claim Moscow firmly denied.
Russia Says It Successfully Tests Nuclear-Powered “Burevestnik” Missile With 14,000-Kilometer Flight
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Sunday that Russia has successfully conducted a test of its nuclear-powered intercontinental cruise missile, the Burevestnik, in what he described as a milestone for the nation's strategic arsenal.
Europe’s Leaders Press For Global Sanctions On Russian Oil
European leaders of the so-called “Coalition of the Willing” want more countries to impose sanctions on Russian oil companies after U.S. President Donald J. Trump unveiled a new wave of measures targeting Moscow’s two biggest oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel-Backed Militias in Gaza Seek to Build ‘New Gaza’ Without Hamas, Sky News Reports
Israel may have agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza, but according to a new Sky News exclusive investigation, the conflict is far from over. Four armed groups operating inside Gaza -- all opposed to Hamas -- are reportedly being backed by Israel and see themselves as part of a unified effort to reshape the territory under what they call "The New Gaza."
Rubio: Gaza Security Force Must Include Nations Approved by Israel
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that the proposed international stabilization force for Gaza will only include countries acceptable to Israel, as the Trump administration's 20-point peace plan enters its next phase.
First Assyrian Inscription Ever Found in Jerusalem Confirms Biblical-Era Links Between Judah and Assyria
Archaeologists have discovered a remarkable Assyrian inscription dating to the First Temple period in Jerusalem--the first find of its kind ever unearthed in the city. The small but significant fragment provides the earliest direct evidence of communication between the King of Assyria and the King of Judah, echoing events recorded in the Bible.
Inside the United States
Trump Administration Pursues “Golden Fleet” to Reinvent U.S. Navy for Future Conflicts
President Donald J. Trump is moving to reshape the U.S. Navy under a bold new initiative called the "Golden Fleet," an ambitious effort to build a next-generation maritime force designed to counter China and other emerging global threats.
Anonymous Donor Gives $130 Million to Pentagon to Cover Military Pay During Shutdown
The Pentagon confirmed Friday that it received an extraordinary anonymous donation of $130 million to help pay U.S. service members’ salaries during the ongoing government shutdown — a move President Donald J. Trump hailed as an act of patriotism.
Christian News
Dutch Christian Music Pioneer Wim Pols Dies
Dutch singer, guitarist, and radio presenter Wim Pols, who pioneered Christian country music in the Netherlands, has died, following a series of health scares including heart failure, his band confirmed. He passed away “peacefully” on Saturday, October 25, 2025, surrounded by loved ones, the Country Trail Band explained.
US Missionary Pilot Abducted By Islamic State Militants
American evangelist Franklin Graham urged prayers Friday after “a missionary pilot” with the evangelical Christian organization Serving in Mission (SIM) was abducted in the West African nation of Niger.
Trump Cancels Trade Talks with Canada After Ontario Uses “Fake” Reagan Ad Criticizing Tariffs
President Donald J. Trump announced Thursday that he is immediately terminating trade negotiations with Canada after the Ontario provincial government launched an anti-tariff advertisement featuring what the Ronald Reagan Foundation has confirmed to be a manipulated audio clip of former President Ronald Reagan.
U.S. Deploys Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group to Latin America Amid Rising Tensions With Venezuela
The Pentagon has ordered the USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group--the world's largest and most advanced warship--to Latin America in what officials describe as an expanded mission to counter drug trafficking but which analysts say marks a sharp escalation in tensions with Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro regime.
Hurricane Melissa Strengthens Toward Jamaica, Could Reach Category 5
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) warned Sunday that Hurricane Melissa could intensify into a Category 5 hurricane before making landfall on Jamaica late Monday or early Tuesday.
EU Summit Stalls on Russian Assets as Lithuanian Airspace Violation Heightens Tensions
The European Union summit in Brussels ended early Friday without a political agreement on how to use Russia’s frozen assets to support Ukraine in its military battle against Moscow, while tensions rose after EU member state Lithuania accused Russian warplanes of violating its airspace — a claim Moscow firmly denied.
Russia Says It Successfully Tests Nuclear-Powered “Burevestnik” Missile With 14,000-Kilometer Flight
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Sunday that Russia has successfully conducted a test of its nuclear-powered intercontinental cruise missile, the Burevestnik, in what he described as a milestone for the nation's strategic arsenal.
Europe’s Leaders Press For Global Sanctions On Russian Oil
European leaders of the so-called “Coalition of the Willing” want more countries to impose sanctions on Russian oil companies after U.S. President Donald J. Trump unveiled a new wave of measures targeting Moscow’s two biggest oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel-Backed Militias in Gaza Seek to Build ‘New Gaza’ Without Hamas, Sky News Reports
Israel may have agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza, but according to a new Sky News exclusive investigation, the conflict is far from over. Four armed groups operating inside Gaza -- all opposed to Hamas -- are reportedly being backed by Israel and see themselves as part of a unified effort to reshape the territory under what they call "The New Gaza."
Rubio: Gaza Security Force Must Include Nations Approved by Israel
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that the proposed international stabilization force for Gaza will only include countries acceptable to Israel, as the Trump administration's 20-point peace plan enters its next phase.
First Assyrian Inscription Ever Found in Jerusalem Confirms Biblical-Era Links Between Judah and Assyria
Archaeologists have discovered a remarkable Assyrian inscription dating to the First Temple period in Jerusalem--the first find of its kind ever unearthed in the city. The small but significant fragment provides the earliest direct evidence of communication between the King of Assyria and the King of Judah, echoing events recorded in the Bible.
Inside the United States
Trump Administration Pursues “Golden Fleet” to Reinvent U.S. Navy for Future Conflicts
President Donald J. Trump is moving to reshape the U.S. Navy under a bold new initiative called the "Golden Fleet," an ambitious effort to build a next-generation maritime force designed to counter China and other emerging global threats.
Anonymous Donor Gives $130 Million to Pentagon to Cover Military Pay During Shutdown
The Pentagon confirmed Friday that it received an extraordinary anonymous donation of $130 million to help pay U.S. service members’ salaries during the ongoing government shutdown — a move President Donald J. Trump hailed as an act of patriotism.
Christian News
Dutch Christian Music Pioneer Wim Pols Dies
Dutch singer, guitarist, and radio presenter Wim Pols, who pioneered Christian country music in the Netherlands, has died, following a series of health scares including heart failure, his band confirmed. He passed away “peacefully” on Saturday, October 25, 2025, surrounded by loved ones, the Country Trail Band explained.
US Missionary Pilot Abducted By Islamic State Militants
American evangelist Franklin Graham urged prayers Friday after “a missionary pilot” with the evangelical Christian organization Serving in Mission (SIM) was abducted in the West African nation of Niger.
Around the World
Hungary’s Magyar Challenges Premier Orbán Over Ties With Russia At Massive Rally (Worthy News In-Depth)
Tens of thousands of Hungarians braved pouring rain Wednesday in a massive show of force for Hungary’s emerging TISZA Party, led by opposition politician Péter Magyar, who accused Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of betraying the ideals of 1989 when he once demanded the withdrawal of Russian troops from Hungary.
Russia Accused Of Running Training Camp In Serbia To Incite Unrest Ahead Of Moldova Elections (Worthy News Investigation)
A riverside resort in western Serbia, once marketed as “a unique oasis for rest and recreation,” is at the center of allegations that Russia used the site for training citizens to incite unrest before Moldova’s recent parliamentary elections.
Shooting And Fire Rock Pro-Government Camp In Serbia, President Calls It ‘Terrorist Act’
Serbian authorities said at least one man was injured Wednesday after gunfire and a fire erupted at a camp of government supporters outside the national parliament, prompting President Aleksandar Vučić to call the incident a “terrorist act.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu and Rubio Hail ‘Days of Destiny’ Amid U.S. Fury Over West Bank Annexation Bill
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu offered brief, upbeat remarks in Jerusalem on Thursday, even as tensions between Washington and Jerusalem escalated over a controversial Israeli bill to annex parts of Judea and Samaria (also known as the West Bank).
Hamas Operating Underground Prisons to Crush Internal Dissent
Hamas has begun detaining and torturing its rivals in underground prison facilities in Gaza, stepping up its internal repression even as the ceasefire with Israel holds, Israel Hayom reported Thursday.
Inside the United States
Democrats Tank GOP Bill To Pay Troops, Essential Workers During Govt Shutdown
Republicans’ attempts to avert the worst effects of the ongoing government shutdown failed Thursday after Senate Democrats blocked a bill that would ensure essential federal employees are paid on time.
U.S. National Debt Tops $38 Trillion for First Time Amid Mounting Fiscal Warnings
The U.S. national debt has surpassed $38 trillion for the first time in history, according to new Treasury Department data released Wednesday — marking another alarming milestone in the government’s rapidly escalating borrowing spree.
Christian News
Kyrgyz Pastor ‘Suffers Brain Injuries’ After Reported Torture, UN Experts Raise Alarm
A Protestant pastor in Kyrgyzstan who was reportedly tortured by secret police has suffered traumatic brain injuries and lasting cognitive impairment, according to his family, doctors, and United Nations experts cited by rights monitors.
Hungary’s Magyar Challenges Premier Orbán Over Ties With Russia At Massive Rally (Worthy News In-Depth)
Tens of thousands of Hungarians braved pouring rain Wednesday in a massive show of force for Hungary’s emerging TISZA Party, led by opposition politician Péter Magyar, who accused Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of betraying the ideals of 1989 when he once demanded the withdrawal of Russian troops from Hungary.
Russia Accused Of Running Training Camp In Serbia To Incite Unrest Ahead Of Moldova Elections (Worthy News Investigation)
A riverside resort in western Serbia, once marketed as “a unique oasis for rest and recreation,” is at the center of allegations that Russia used the site for training citizens to incite unrest before Moldova’s recent parliamentary elections.
Shooting And Fire Rock Pro-Government Camp In Serbia, President Calls It ‘Terrorist Act’
Serbian authorities said at least one man was injured Wednesday after gunfire and a fire erupted at a camp of government supporters outside the national parliament, prompting President Aleksandar Vučić to call the incident a “terrorist act.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu and Rubio Hail ‘Days of Destiny’ Amid U.S. Fury Over West Bank Annexation Bill
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu offered brief, upbeat remarks in Jerusalem on Thursday, even as tensions between Washington and Jerusalem escalated over a controversial Israeli bill to annex parts of Judea and Samaria (also known as the West Bank).
Hamas Operating Underground Prisons to Crush Internal Dissent
Hamas has begun detaining and torturing its rivals in underground prison facilities in Gaza, stepping up its internal repression even as the ceasefire with Israel holds, Israel Hayom reported Thursday.
Inside the United States
Democrats Tank GOP Bill To Pay Troops, Essential Workers During Govt Shutdown
Republicans’ attempts to avert the worst effects of the ongoing government shutdown failed Thursday after Senate Democrats blocked a bill that would ensure essential federal employees are paid on time.
U.S. National Debt Tops $38 Trillion for First Time Amid Mounting Fiscal Warnings
The U.S. national debt has surpassed $38 trillion for the first time in history, according to new Treasury Department data released Wednesday — marking another alarming milestone in the government’s rapidly escalating borrowing spree.
Christian News
Kyrgyz Pastor ‘Suffers Brain Injuries’ After Reported Torture, UN Experts Raise Alarm
A Protestant pastor in Kyrgyzstan who was reportedly tortured by secret police has suffered traumatic brain injuries and lasting cognitive impairment, according to his family, doctors, and United Nations experts cited by rights monitors.