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Around the World
Maduro Threatens Armed Resistance as U.S. Expands Naval Deployment in Caribbean
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro warned Monday that he would "constitutionally declare a republic in arms" if U.S. forces launched an attack, as Washington bolsters its naval presence in the Caribbean to counter Latin American drug cartels.
U.S. Approves $825 Million Missile Sale to Ukraine Amid Intensified Russian Strikes
The Trump administration has approved an $825 million arms sale to Ukraine, delivering long-range strike capabilities to Kyiv as peace negotiations with Moscow remain stalled.
Trump Blasts India’s Trade Practices, Calls Zero-Tariff Offer ‘Too Late’ as U.S. Hikes Duties to 50%
U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his criticism of India on Sept. 1, dismissing New Delhi's offer to cut tariffs on American products to zero as "too late" and blasting decades of what he called a "one-sided disaster" in trade.
Protests Rock Indonesia As President Revokes Lawmakers’ $3,000 Perks, Orders Crackdown
Student-led crowds burned tires at rallies in Medan, a vital trade and commerce hub, and in other Indonesian cities in defiance of a possible military crackdown after protests left at least eight people dead in the worst violence to hit the Southeast Asian nation in more than two decades.
Afghanistan Earthquake Kills Hundreds Amid Aid Struggles and Christian Minority Concerns
Authorities in Afghanistan say a powerful earthquake has devastated the east of the country near the Pakistan border, killing more than 800 people and injuring over 2,500, as concerns grow about restricted access for international aid and the plight of the country’s tiny Christian minority.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF Chief Vows to Continue Strikes “Across All Arenas” After Hamas, Houthi Leaders Killed
Israel's top military commander vowed Sunday that the fight against Hamas and its allies will intensify, a day after the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) eliminated senior Houthi officials in Yemen and Hamas's longtime military spokesman, Hudayfa Samir Abdallah al-Kahlout, better known as Abu Obeida.
Inside the United States
Coast Guard Announces Largest Drug Seizure in U.S. History
The U.S. Coast Guard has announced the largest drug seizure in American history, confiscating more than 76,000 pounds of illegal narcotics valued at $473 million during operations in the Eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
U.S. Economy Grows at 3.3% Pace in Q2, Easing Inflation Strengthens Outlook
The U.S. economy grew faster than previously estimated in the second quarter, expanding at a 3.3 percent annualized rate, the Commerce Department reported Thursday. The stronger reading points to resilient consumer and business spending despite the drag from high borrowing costs and trade frictions.
Trump’s Immigration Policies Reshape Labor Market as 1.2 Million Fewer Immigrants in Workforce
As Americans celebrate Labor Day, new data shows that President Donald Trump's tough stance on immigration is reshaping the nation's workforce, with nearly 1.2 million fewer immigrant workers in the U.S. since the start of his second term.
Christian News
Iran Arrests 53 Christians On Espionage Charges; Rights Groups Call It Persecution
Iran has detained dozens of Christians on charges of espionage and “anti-security activities” for Israel, drawing condemnation from rights groups who call the move part of a broader crackdown on the country’s tiny Christian minority.
Worthy Insights
Hundreds Choose Christ in Mallorca Party Zone: ‘There Is Such a Tangible Presence of God’
The island of Mallorca, Spain, is often seen as an international party destination. For two weeks this summer, however, hundreds of Christians there shared the love of Jesus through boardwalk prayers, beach services, and ocean baptisms.
Maduro Threatens Armed Resistance as U.S. Expands Naval Deployment in Caribbean
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro warned Monday that he would "constitutionally declare a republic in arms" if U.S. forces launched an attack, as Washington bolsters its naval presence in the Caribbean to counter Latin American drug cartels.
U.S. Approves $825 Million Missile Sale to Ukraine Amid Intensified Russian Strikes
The Trump administration has approved an $825 million arms sale to Ukraine, delivering long-range strike capabilities to Kyiv as peace negotiations with Moscow remain stalled.
Trump Blasts India’s Trade Practices, Calls Zero-Tariff Offer ‘Too Late’ as U.S. Hikes Duties to 50%
U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his criticism of India on Sept. 1, dismissing New Delhi's offer to cut tariffs on American products to zero as "too late" and blasting decades of what he called a "one-sided disaster" in trade.
Protests Rock Indonesia As President Revokes Lawmakers’ $3,000 Perks, Orders Crackdown
Student-led crowds burned tires at rallies in Medan, a vital trade and commerce hub, and in other Indonesian cities in defiance of a possible military crackdown after protests left at least eight people dead in the worst violence to hit the Southeast Asian nation in more than two decades.
Afghanistan Earthquake Kills Hundreds Amid Aid Struggles and Christian Minority Concerns
Authorities in Afghanistan say a powerful earthquake has devastated the east of the country near the Pakistan border, killing more than 800 people and injuring over 2,500, as concerns grow about restricted access for international aid and the plight of the country’s tiny Christian minority.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF Chief Vows to Continue Strikes “Across All Arenas” After Hamas, Houthi Leaders Killed
Israel's top military commander vowed Sunday that the fight against Hamas and its allies will intensify, a day after the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) eliminated senior Houthi officials in Yemen and Hamas's longtime military spokesman, Hudayfa Samir Abdallah al-Kahlout, better known as Abu Obeida.
Inside the United States
Coast Guard Announces Largest Drug Seizure in U.S. History
The U.S. Coast Guard has announced the largest drug seizure in American history, confiscating more than 76,000 pounds of illegal narcotics valued at $473 million during operations in the Eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
U.S. Economy Grows at 3.3% Pace in Q2, Easing Inflation Strengthens Outlook
The U.S. economy grew faster than previously estimated in the second quarter, expanding at a 3.3 percent annualized rate, the Commerce Department reported Thursday. The stronger reading points to resilient consumer and business spending despite the drag from high borrowing costs and trade frictions.
Trump’s Immigration Policies Reshape Labor Market as 1.2 Million Fewer Immigrants in Workforce
As Americans celebrate Labor Day, new data shows that President Donald Trump's tough stance on immigration is reshaping the nation's workforce, with nearly 1.2 million fewer immigrant workers in the U.S. since the start of his second term.
Christian News
Iran Arrests 53 Christians On Espionage Charges; Rights Groups Call It Persecution
Iran has detained dozens of Christians on charges of espionage and “anti-security activities” for Israel, drawing condemnation from rights groups who call the move part of a broader crackdown on the country’s tiny Christian minority.
Worthy Insights
Hundreds Choose Christ in Mallorca Party Zone: ‘There Is Such a Tangible Presence of God’
The island of Mallorca, Spain, is often seen as an international party destination. For two weeks this summer, however, hundreds of Christians there shared the love of Jesus through boardwalk prayers, beach services, and ocean baptisms.
Around the World
Israeli Airstrike in Yemen Kills Houthi Prime Minister, Senior Officials
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed Saturday that it killed Houthi Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi and several members of his Cabinet in a precision airstrike on the Yemeni capital of Sanaa, marking the most significant blow yet to the Iran-backed rebel leadership.
Ukraine Plans New Strikes Inside Russia Amid Rising Civilian Deaths (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine says it plans new strikes deep into Russia after relentless drone and missile attacks killed and injured dozens of civilians in Kyiv and other regions over the past week. The announcement came Sunday as Ukrainians mourned their dead.
Jakarta Under Military-Style Emergency; Christians Urge Prayers
Christians in Indonesia told Worthy News that the capital Jakarta has effectively been placed under military-style emergency conditions after protests over corruption and lavish perks for lawmakers killed at least four people.
Ukrainian Politician Shot Dead After Massive Russian Attacks, Prompting Mourning (Worthy News Radio)
Authorities say a Ukrainian politician who previously served as the parliament speaker has been shot dead in the western city of Lviv. Saturday’s killing came on the day that officials said Moscow launched more than 500 drones and 45 missiles against 14 regions, killing at least one person and wounding some 24 others, including children.
Indonesian Christians Praying Amid Deadly Protests Killing 4
Christians in Indonesia urged prayers Saturday after at least four people died in violent protests sparked by outrage over privileges given to the country’s political elite and massive taxes, budget cuts, and the growing influence of the army.
Deadly Russian Strikes Devastate Kyiv, Kill at Least 23 (Worthy News Radio)
The death toll from Russian rocket and drone strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv continues to rise. Authorities said Friday that at least 23 people, including children, were killed overnight in the deadliest assault on the city in months.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Proposal Emerges for Post-War Gaza Under Trump Administration
A sweeping postwar strategy for Gaza, circulating within the Trump administration, envisions the United States taking administrative control of the territory for a decade under an American trusteeship, while transforming the war-torn enclave into a hub of luxury tourism and advanced technology, according to a Washington Post report.
Israel Weighs Annexation of Judea and Samaria as Western Nations Push to Recognize Palestinian State
Israel's Diplomatic-Security Cabinet was set to meet Sunday evening to review war plans in Gaza, but the more pressing question before ministers is how to respond to growing international moves to recognize a Palestinian state.
Inside the United States
U.S. Appeals Court Rules Most Trump Tariffs Illegal, Case Heads Toward Supreme Court Showdown
A federal appeals court has struck down most of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, ruling that he exceeded his authority under emergency powers law, but allowed the duties to remain in place temporarily while the administration seeks review by the Supreme Court.
Trump Announces Executive Order on Voter ID, Mail-In Ballots, and Paper Voting
President Donald Trump said Saturday he intends to sign an executive order mandating strict voter ID requirements, limiting mail-in ballots, and ending the use of electronic voting machines in federal elections.
Christian News
Northern Ireland Christians Plan New March For Jesus After Thousands Join Belfast Rally
Christians in Northern Ireland, once known for violence and religious divisions, are planning a new March for Jesus after thousands attended the event over the weekend.
Israeli Airstrike in Yemen Kills Houthi Prime Minister, Senior Officials
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed Saturday that it killed Houthi Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi and several members of his Cabinet in a precision airstrike on the Yemeni capital of Sanaa, marking the most significant blow yet to the Iran-backed rebel leadership.
Ukraine Plans New Strikes Inside Russia Amid Rising Civilian Deaths (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine says it plans new strikes deep into Russia after relentless drone and missile attacks killed and injured dozens of civilians in Kyiv and other regions over the past week. The announcement came Sunday as Ukrainians mourned their dead.
Jakarta Under Military-Style Emergency; Christians Urge Prayers
Christians in Indonesia told Worthy News that the capital Jakarta has effectively been placed under military-style emergency conditions after protests over corruption and lavish perks for lawmakers killed at least four people.
Ukrainian Politician Shot Dead After Massive Russian Attacks, Prompting Mourning (Worthy News Radio)
Authorities say a Ukrainian politician who previously served as the parliament speaker has been shot dead in the western city of Lviv. Saturday’s killing came on the day that officials said Moscow launched more than 500 drones and 45 missiles against 14 regions, killing at least one person and wounding some 24 others, including children.
Indonesian Christians Praying Amid Deadly Protests Killing 4
Christians in Indonesia urged prayers Saturday after at least four people died in violent protests sparked by outrage over privileges given to the country’s political elite and massive taxes, budget cuts, and the growing influence of the army.
Deadly Russian Strikes Devastate Kyiv, Kill at Least 23 (Worthy News Radio)
The death toll from Russian rocket and drone strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv continues to rise. Authorities said Friday that at least 23 people, including children, were killed overnight in the deadliest assault on the city in months.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Proposal Emerges for Post-War Gaza Under Trump Administration
A sweeping postwar strategy for Gaza, circulating within the Trump administration, envisions the United States taking administrative control of the territory for a decade under an American trusteeship, while transforming the war-torn enclave into a hub of luxury tourism and advanced technology, according to a Washington Post report.
Israel Weighs Annexation of Judea and Samaria as Western Nations Push to Recognize Palestinian State
Israel's Diplomatic-Security Cabinet was set to meet Sunday evening to review war plans in Gaza, but the more pressing question before ministers is how to respond to growing international moves to recognize a Palestinian state.
Inside the United States
U.S. Appeals Court Rules Most Trump Tariffs Illegal, Case Heads Toward Supreme Court Showdown
A federal appeals court has struck down most of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, ruling that he exceeded his authority under emergency powers law, but allowed the duties to remain in place temporarily while the administration seeks review by the Supreme Court.
Trump Announces Executive Order on Voter ID, Mail-In Ballots, and Paper Voting
President Donald Trump said Saturday he intends to sign an executive order mandating strict voter ID requirements, limiting mail-in ballots, and ending the use of electronic voting machines in federal elections.
Christian News
Northern Ireland Christians Plan New March For Jesus After Thousands Join Belfast Rally
Christians in Northern Ireland, once known for violence and religious divisions, are planning a new March for Jesus after thousands attended the event over the weekend.
Around the World
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Condemns Hungary For Banning Ukrainian Commander After Pipeline Strikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday condemned Hungary’s decision to ban a senior Ukrainian officer who led strikes on Russia’s Druzhba oil pipeline, calling it an outrageous attempt to shift blame for the war onto Ukraine.
Europe Triggers Snapback Sanctions on Iran Over Nuclear Breaches
Britain, France, and Germany moved Thursday to reimpose sweeping international sanctions on Iran, a step that European governments hope will pressure Tehran back into nuclear negotiations with the Trump administration.
New Protests Rock Indonesia As Critics Warn Of Military’s Growing Role
Indonesians braved a heavy security presence on Thursday to rally outside parliament in Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital and largest city, against massive tax hikes and for higher wages amid growing outrage over politicians’ salaries, lavish allowances, and corruption.
EU, Britain Summon Russian Envoys After Moscow Strikes Kyiv, Hitting European Missions; 18 Killed (Worthy News Radio)
The European Union and Britain summoned Russian envoys Thursday after authorities said Russian airstrikes on Kyiv killed at least 18 people and wounded dozens while damaging homes and offices, including buildings housing the EU delegation and the British Council. It was the deadliest night raid on the Ukrainian capital since the Alaska summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald J. Trump.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli Troops Stage Rare Ground Raid Near Damascus Amid U.S.-Brokered Talks
Israeli commandos carried out a rare overnight ground raid near Damascus, Syrian state media said Thursday, marking one of the deepest Israeli incursions into Syrian territory since the fall of the Assad regime last year.
Israeli Air Force Strikes Houthi Targets in Sanaa Amid Escalating Regional Tensions
The Israeli Air Force carried out strikes on multiple Houthi targets in Yemen's capital city of Sanaa on Thursday, coinciding with a live televised speech by Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi.
Inside the United States
Pentagon Launches Probe Into Microsoft Over Chinese Engineers on Defense Cloud Contracts
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that the Pentagon has opened a sweeping investigation into Microsoft following revelations that Chinese Communist Party (CCP)-linked engineers worked on U.S. military cloud contracts under a controversial program dating back to the Obama-Biden administration.
California Christian Baker Asks U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Same-Sex Wedding Cake Case
A Christian baker from Bakersfield, California, has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to hear her case challenging a state law that she says would force her to violate her faith by creating wedding cakes for same-sex couples.
Federal Appeals Court Revives Christian PA’s Lawsuit Against University of Michigan Over Firing for Religious Beliefs
A federal appellate court has ruled that a Christian physician assistant may proceed with her lawsuit against the University of Michigan Health-West, overturning a lower court's attempt to force the case into arbitration.
FBI Investigates Minneapolis Catholic Church Massacre as Hate Crime and Domestic Terrorism
The FBI confirmed Wednesday that it is investigating the deadly shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School as both a domestic terrorism incident and a hate crime targeting Catholics.
Christian News
China Detains Priest On ‘Illegal Business’ Charges Over Sermon Recordings
Chinese authorities have charged a prominent house church leader in the coastal city of Wenzhou with “illegal business operations” over distributing sermon recordings, rights activists said Friday.
Northern Ireland Christians Plan New March For Jesus After Thousands Join Belfast Rally
Christians in Northern Ireland, once known for violence and religious divisions, are planning a new March for Jesus after thousands attended the event over the weekend.
Vietnam Police Raid House Church Meeting In Broader Crackdown
Christians on Wednesday urged prayers for the “swift and safe release” of three church members in northeastern Vietnam, including a Catholic priest, after security forces reportedly detained them during a home worship service.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Condemns Hungary For Banning Ukrainian Commander After Pipeline Strikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday condemned Hungary’s decision to ban a senior Ukrainian officer who led strikes on Russia’s Druzhba oil pipeline, calling it an outrageous attempt to shift blame for the war onto Ukraine.
Europe Triggers Snapback Sanctions on Iran Over Nuclear Breaches
Britain, France, and Germany moved Thursday to reimpose sweeping international sanctions on Iran, a step that European governments hope will pressure Tehran back into nuclear negotiations with the Trump administration.
New Protests Rock Indonesia As Critics Warn Of Military’s Growing Role
Indonesians braved a heavy security presence on Thursday to rally outside parliament in Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital and largest city, against massive tax hikes and for higher wages amid growing outrage over politicians’ salaries, lavish allowances, and corruption.
EU, Britain Summon Russian Envoys After Moscow Strikes Kyiv, Hitting European Missions; 18 Killed (Worthy News Radio)
The European Union and Britain summoned Russian envoys Thursday after authorities said Russian airstrikes on Kyiv killed at least 18 people and wounded dozens while damaging homes and offices, including buildings housing the EU delegation and the British Council. It was the deadliest night raid on the Ukrainian capital since the Alaska summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald J. Trump.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli Troops Stage Rare Ground Raid Near Damascus Amid U.S.-Brokered Talks
Israeli commandos carried out a rare overnight ground raid near Damascus, Syrian state media said Thursday, marking one of the deepest Israeli incursions into Syrian territory since the fall of the Assad regime last year.
Israeli Air Force Strikes Houthi Targets in Sanaa Amid Escalating Regional Tensions
The Israeli Air Force carried out strikes on multiple Houthi targets in Yemen's capital city of Sanaa on Thursday, coinciding with a live televised speech by Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi.
Inside the United States
Pentagon Launches Probe Into Microsoft Over Chinese Engineers on Defense Cloud Contracts
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that the Pentagon has opened a sweeping investigation into Microsoft following revelations that Chinese Communist Party (CCP)-linked engineers worked on U.S. military cloud contracts under a controversial program dating back to the Obama-Biden administration.
California Christian Baker Asks U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Same-Sex Wedding Cake Case
A Christian baker from Bakersfield, California, has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to hear her case challenging a state law that she says would force her to violate her faith by creating wedding cakes for same-sex couples.
Federal Appeals Court Revives Christian PA’s Lawsuit Against University of Michigan Over Firing for Religious Beliefs
A federal appellate court has ruled that a Christian physician assistant may proceed with her lawsuit against the University of Michigan Health-West, overturning a lower court's attempt to force the case into arbitration.
FBI Investigates Minneapolis Catholic Church Massacre as Hate Crime and Domestic Terrorism
The FBI confirmed Wednesday that it is investigating the deadly shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School as both a domestic terrorism incident and a hate crime targeting Catholics.
Christian News
China Detains Priest On ‘Illegal Business’ Charges Over Sermon Recordings
Chinese authorities have charged a prominent house church leader in the coastal city of Wenzhou with “illegal business operations” over distributing sermon recordings, rights activists said Friday.
Northern Ireland Christians Plan New March For Jesus After Thousands Join Belfast Rally
Christians in Northern Ireland, once known for violence and religious divisions, are planning a new March for Jesus after thousands attended the event over the weekend.
Vietnam Police Raid House Church Meeting In Broader Crackdown
Christians on Wednesday urged prayers for the “swift and safe release” of three church members in northeastern Vietnam, including a Catholic priest, after security forces reportedly detained them during a home worship service.