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Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Iran's Rouhani says Syrian peace talks to continue in Kazakhstan
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that Syrian peace talks sponsored by Tehran, Russia and Turkey would continue in Kazakhstan without specifying a date for the next round of negotiations.
Cyclone Debbie: Deadly storm batters Australia
A powerful cyclone has pummelled the north-east Australian coast, causing major damage, torrential rain and power cuts to tens of thousands of homes.
Putin meets Iran's Rouhani as ties deepen
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday was hosting his Iranian counterpart Hassan Rouhani for talks that are being closely watched for signs of their next moves in Syria.
Iran: Russia Can Use Military Bases 'On Case by Case Basis'
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif told Reuters on Tuesday that Russia could use Iranian military bases to fight terrorists in Syria on a 'case by case basis.'
Quadriplegic man's arm and hand brought back to life by thought-control tech
A quadriplegic man has had his right arm and hand brought back to life with the help of thought-control technology.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Develops New 'High-Powered' Rocket Similar to Hezbollah Projectiles
amas has produced several dozen short-range rockets that can carry a relatively heavy explosive load, Army Radio reported Tuesday.
Prepare for battle: Israel, Hezbollah on the path to war
Are Israel and Hezbollah headed for war? That's the question many analysts are grappling with in the wake of recent escalations involving an Israeli strike inside Syria that targeted a weapons shipment meant for Hezbollah. It prompted Bashar Assad's launch of three SA-5 surface-to-air missiles, triggering the first known use of Israel's Arrow-2 missile defense system. The conflagration was noteworthy enough for several Israeli newspapers to describe it as 'the most serious incident' to occur between Israel and forces inside Syria in recent years.
Trump's peace envoy meets Abbas on return to region for fresh talks
US President Donald Trump sent his peace envoy back to the Middle East on Tuesday in a move seen as a sign that he intends to make a push for a peace deal.
Netanyahu: Trump Has Already Turned Words of Support for Israel into Actions
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made no mention of a two-state solution during a 10-minute speech broadcast live Monday to the AIPAC annual conference in Washington, a marked departure from his speech to the same group last year.
After Trump's difficult courtship last year, Pence ushers in the AIPAC honeymoon
Vice President Mike Pence arrived at the Verizon Center on Sunday -- speaking, as he said repeatedly, on behalf of the president -- to pledge an 'unbreakable' bond with Israel and a 'nonnegotiable' commitment to its security.
22 ultra-Orthodox men arrested for sex assaults on women, minors
Police on Monday arrested 22 suspects from ultra-Orthodox communities on suspicion they carried out dozens of sex crimes against women and minors over the past two years, but were sheltered from the law by community figures who preferred to deal with the matter in their own way.
Inside the United States
Trump says he expects a health care deal soon
President Donald Trump says he expects to make a deal on health care, even though his first attempt failed just a few days ago.
Trump signs order dismantling Obama-era climate policies
President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an order to undo Obama-era climate change regulations, keeping a campaign promise to support the coal industry and calling into question U.S. support for an international deal to fight global warming.
Senate braces for fallout over Supreme Court fight
Senators in both parties are gearing up for a showdown over Neil Gorsuch's Supreme Court nomination.
NYC vows to fight for sanctuary status
Municipal leaders nationwide vowed to defy any crackdown on sanctuary cities after a warning from Attorney General Jeff Sessions that they could lose federal money for refusing to cooperate with immigration authorities and suggested the government would come after grand money that has already been awarded if they don't comply.
LA mayor vows to fight Trump administration attempt to strip 'sanctuary city' funding
Responding to the latest warnings by U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions that Department of Justice funds will be withheld from sanctuary cities, Mayor Eric Garcetti said Monday he will fight efforts by the Trump administration to take away federal funding needed for law enforcement in Los Angeles.
DC Mayor, Police Dept. reiterate District policy of not enforcing civil immigration laws
While announcing the arrest of a man suspected in the murder of a woman in D.C., Acting Metropolitan Police Chief Peter Newsham and D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser held to their policy that the District would not enforce U.S. civil immigration laws.
GOP accuses Democrats of blocking closed FBI, NSA testimony on Russia
Republicans charged Tuesday that Democrats are blocking the House Intelligence Committee's investigation into Russia from moving forward by refusing to sign a letter that would officially invite FBI Director James Comey and NSA Director Adm. Mike Rogers back before the committee for closed-door testimony.
Angering Trump, the Freedom Caucus may have overplayed its hand
Republican leaders and rank-and-file members have been grappling with how to handle the House Freedom Caucus since most of them came to Washington in 2010's Tea Party wave. Now that they have defied President Trump, they're hoping he can finally make them fall into line.
California Bill Bans Churches from Enforcing Religious Beliefs
A new California bill could prevent faith-based organizations from enforcing their own ethical standards and codes.
Kushner to lead new WH office focused on using business ideas to fix gov't bureaucracy
Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law and senior adviser, will be tapped to lead a new White House office that will effort to use business solutions to fix 'government stagnation', a senior White House official told Fox News Sunday.
Christian News
Even the Government Admits it: Cuban Churches are Experiencing a Revival
Cuba's churches may still be restricted, but that's not stopping a spiritual revival in the communist nation, one church leader says.
National Geographic Highlights Execution of Bible Translator
The National Geographic Channel takes a powerful look at human history in a new series called, 'Origins: The Journey of Humankind.'
Nigeria: Christians Denied Aid in Refugee Camps
Christians in Nigeria are facing trial upon trial. Not only were hundreds of thousands forced to flee their homes due to terrorist group Boko Haram, but many have been denied sanctuary and aid in displacement camps.
Muslim converts breathe new life into Europe's struggling Christian churches
Christianity is making a comeback in Europe - and it's mostly thanks to Muslims, say experts in Islam and faith leaders.
Around the World
Iran's Rouhani says Syrian peace talks to continue in Kazakhstan
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that Syrian peace talks sponsored by Tehran, Russia and Turkey would continue in Kazakhstan without specifying a date for the next round of negotiations.
Cyclone Debbie: Deadly storm batters Australia
A powerful cyclone has pummelled the north-east Australian coast, causing major damage, torrential rain and power cuts to tens of thousands of homes.
Putin meets Iran's Rouhani as ties deepen
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday was hosting his Iranian counterpart Hassan Rouhani for talks that are being closely watched for signs of their next moves in Syria.
Iran: Russia Can Use Military Bases 'On Case by Case Basis'
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif told Reuters on Tuesday that Russia could use Iranian military bases to fight terrorists in Syria on a 'case by case basis.'
Quadriplegic man's arm and hand brought back to life by thought-control tech
A quadriplegic man has had his right arm and hand brought back to life with the help of thought-control technology.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Develops New 'High-Powered' Rocket Similar to Hezbollah Projectiles
amas has produced several dozen short-range rockets that can carry a relatively heavy explosive load, Army Radio reported Tuesday.
Prepare for battle: Israel, Hezbollah on the path to war
Are Israel and Hezbollah headed for war? That's the question many analysts are grappling with in the wake of recent escalations involving an Israeli strike inside Syria that targeted a weapons shipment meant for Hezbollah. It prompted Bashar Assad's launch of three SA-5 surface-to-air missiles, triggering the first known use of Israel's Arrow-2 missile defense system. The conflagration was noteworthy enough for several Israeli newspapers to describe it as 'the most serious incident' to occur between Israel and forces inside Syria in recent years.
Trump's peace envoy meets Abbas on return to region for fresh talks
US President Donald Trump sent his peace envoy back to the Middle East on Tuesday in a move seen as a sign that he intends to make a push for a peace deal.
Netanyahu: Trump Has Already Turned Words of Support for Israel into Actions
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made no mention of a two-state solution during a 10-minute speech broadcast live Monday to the AIPAC annual conference in Washington, a marked departure from his speech to the same group last year.
After Trump's difficult courtship last year, Pence ushers in the AIPAC honeymoon
Vice President Mike Pence arrived at the Verizon Center on Sunday -- speaking, as he said repeatedly, on behalf of the president -- to pledge an 'unbreakable' bond with Israel and a 'nonnegotiable' commitment to its security.
22 ultra-Orthodox men arrested for sex assaults on women, minors
Police on Monday arrested 22 suspects from ultra-Orthodox communities on suspicion they carried out dozens of sex crimes against women and minors over the past two years, but were sheltered from the law by community figures who preferred to deal with the matter in their own way.
Inside the United States
Trump says he expects a health care deal soon
President Donald Trump says he expects to make a deal on health care, even though his first attempt failed just a few days ago.
Trump signs order dismantling Obama-era climate policies
President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an order to undo Obama-era climate change regulations, keeping a campaign promise to support the coal industry and calling into question U.S. support for an international deal to fight global warming.
Senate braces for fallout over Supreme Court fight
Senators in both parties are gearing up for a showdown over Neil Gorsuch's Supreme Court nomination.
NYC vows to fight for sanctuary status
Municipal leaders nationwide vowed to defy any crackdown on sanctuary cities after a warning from Attorney General Jeff Sessions that they could lose federal money for refusing to cooperate with immigration authorities and suggested the government would come after grand money that has already been awarded if they don't comply.
LA mayor vows to fight Trump administration attempt to strip 'sanctuary city' funding
Responding to the latest warnings by U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions that Department of Justice funds will be withheld from sanctuary cities, Mayor Eric Garcetti said Monday he will fight efforts by the Trump administration to take away federal funding needed for law enforcement in Los Angeles.
DC Mayor, Police Dept. reiterate District policy of not enforcing civil immigration laws
While announcing the arrest of a man suspected in the murder of a woman in D.C., Acting Metropolitan Police Chief Peter Newsham and D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser held to their policy that the District would not enforce U.S. civil immigration laws.
GOP accuses Democrats of blocking closed FBI, NSA testimony on Russia
Republicans charged Tuesday that Democrats are blocking the House Intelligence Committee's investigation into Russia from moving forward by refusing to sign a letter that would officially invite FBI Director James Comey and NSA Director Adm. Mike Rogers back before the committee for closed-door testimony.
Angering Trump, the Freedom Caucus may have overplayed its hand
Republican leaders and rank-and-file members have been grappling with how to handle the House Freedom Caucus since most of them came to Washington in 2010's Tea Party wave. Now that they have defied President Trump, they're hoping he can finally make them fall into line.
California Bill Bans Churches from Enforcing Religious Beliefs
A new California bill could prevent faith-based organizations from enforcing their own ethical standards and codes.
Kushner to lead new WH office focused on using business ideas to fix gov't bureaucracy
Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law and senior adviser, will be tapped to lead a new White House office that will effort to use business solutions to fix 'government stagnation', a senior White House official told Fox News Sunday.
Christian News
Even the Government Admits it: Cuban Churches are Experiencing a Revival
Cuba's churches may still be restricted, but that's not stopping a spiritual revival in the communist nation, one church leader says.
National Geographic Highlights Execution of Bible Translator
The National Geographic Channel takes a powerful look at human history in a new series called, 'Origins: The Journey of Humankind.'
Nigeria: Christians Denied Aid in Refugee Camps
Christians in Nigeria are facing trial upon trial. Not only were hundreds of thousands forced to flee their homes due to terrorist group Boko Haram, but many have been denied sanctuary and aid in displacement camps.
Muslim converts breathe new life into Europe's struggling Christian churches
Christianity is making a comeback in Europe - and it's mostly thanks to Muslims, say experts in Islam and faith leaders.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Erdogan says Turkey may hold referendum on EU accession bid
President Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday Turkey may hold a second referendum on whether to continue with European Union accession talks, following a planned vote on April 16 that could give him sweeping new powers.
US-backed forces seize Syrian air base from ISIS
U.S.-backed Syrian Kurdish forces captured a strategically important air base from Islamic State (ISIS) militants in north Syria on Sunday in the first major victory for the group since the U.S. airlifted the forces behind enemy lines four days ago.
Iran strikes back at US with 'reciprocal' sanctions
Iran on Sunday sanctioned what it described as 15 American companies, alleging they support terrorism, repression and Israel's occupation of land Palestinians want for a future state, likely in retaliation for sanctions earlier announced by the U.S.
Biggest anti-Kremlin rally in years rocks Russia; opposition leader arrested
Russian authorities detained hundreds of anti-corruption protesters and arrested the nation's leading opposition figure Sunday, as the biggest demonstrations against the Kremlin since 2011 broke out in several cities around the nation.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Abbas to meet Putin in Moscow in May
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas is set to fly to Moscow in May to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, a month after his expected meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington in April.
Netanyahu: No deal yet with US on settlements
Discussions with Washington over guidelines to govern Israel's construction beyond the Green Line are continuing, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday, refuting various reports over the last few days about the contours of the agreement that indicated the US would demand Israel curtail settlement construction, especially beyond the security fence.
Dermer: For first time in decades, 'no daylight' between US and Israel
In a clearly intended rebuke to former US president Barack Obama, Israel's Ambassador to the United States Ron Dermer told a packed crowd at the annual AIPAC policy conference that President Donald Trump's administration has brought a level of closeness between the two allies that has eluded his predecessors.
In letter to Trump, 191 House members urge support for two states
Almost 200 House members sent an open letter to President Donald Trump Friday asking him to reaffirm US support for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
20,000 Expected for Pro-Israel Conference In Washington
The American Israel Public Affairs Committee or AIPAC kicks off its annual policy conference in Washington, DC Sunday. The event is both a celebration of the Jewish culture and a pointed effort to bring about changes in U.S. foreign policy.
Inside the United States
House GOP Abruptly Pulls Troubled Health Care Bill
In a humiliating setback, President Donald Trump and GOP leaders pulled their "Obamacare" repeal bill off the House floor Friday after it became clear the measure would fail badly.
Long, drawn out legal fight expected for Trump administration's refugee order
When a federal judge in Hawaii blocked President Trump's revised travel and refugee order from taking effect, he ruled that the president's own comments about the policy proved 'religious animus' was at the heart of the ban.
Trump blames Democrats for GOP health care bill failure, says ObamaCare is 'imploding
President Trump said Friday the White House 'learned a lot about loyalty and the vote-getting process' following the dramatic failure of a Republican-backed bill that would have made good on a campaign promise to repeal and replace ObamaCare.
Around the World
Erdogan says Turkey may hold referendum on EU accession bid
President Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday Turkey may hold a second referendum on whether to continue with European Union accession talks, following a planned vote on April 16 that could give him sweeping new powers.
US-backed forces seize Syrian air base from ISIS
U.S.-backed Syrian Kurdish forces captured a strategically important air base from Islamic State (ISIS) militants in north Syria on Sunday in the first major victory for the group since the U.S. airlifted the forces behind enemy lines four days ago.
Iran strikes back at US with 'reciprocal' sanctions
Iran on Sunday sanctioned what it described as 15 American companies, alleging they support terrorism, repression and Israel's occupation of land Palestinians want for a future state, likely in retaliation for sanctions earlier announced by the U.S.
Biggest anti-Kremlin rally in years rocks Russia; opposition leader arrested
Russian authorities detained hundreds of anti-corruption protesters and arrested the nation's leading opposition figure Sunday, as the biggest demonstrations against the Kremlin since 2011 broke out in several cities around the nation.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Abbas to meet Putin in Moscow in May
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas is set to fly to Moscow in May to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, a month after his expected meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington in April.
Netanyahu: No deal yet with US on settlements
Discussions with Washington over guidelines to govern Israel's construction beyond the Green Line are continuing, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday, refuting various reports over the last few days about the contours of the agreement that indicated the US would demand Israel curtail settlement construction, especially beyond the security fence.
Dermer: For first time in decades, 'no daylight' between US and Israel
In a clearly intended rebuke to former US president Barack Obama, Israel's Ambassador to the United States Ron Dermer told a packed crowd at the annual AIPAC policy conference that President Donald Trump's administration has brought a level of closeness between the two allies that has eluded his predecessors.
In letter to Trump, 191 House members urge support for two states
Almost 200 House members sent an open letter to President Donald Trump Friday asking him to reaffirm US support for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
20,000 Expected for Pro-Israel Conference In Washington
The American Israel Public Affairs Committee or AIPAC kicks off its annual policy conference in Washington, DC Sunday. The event is both a celebration of the Jewish culture and a pointed effort to bring about changes in U.S. foreign policy.
Inside the United States
House GOP Abruptly Pulls Troubled Health Care Bill
In a humiliating setback, President Donald Trump and GOP leaders pulled their "Obamacare" repeal bill off the House floor Friday after it became clear the measure would fail badly.
Long, drawn out legal fight expected for Trump administration's refugee order
When a federal judge in Hawaii blocked President Trump's revised travel and refugee order from taking effect, he ruled that the president's own comments about the policy proved 'religious animus' was at the heart of the ban.
Trump blames Democrats for GOP health care bill failure, says ObamaCare is 'imploding
President Trump said Friday the White House 'learned a lot about loyalty and the vote-getting process' following the dramatic failure of a Republican-backed bill that would have made good on a campaign promise to repeal and replace ObamaCare.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
London attack puts Europe on alert over terror
Countries across Europe tightened security Thursday as investigators in London identified a 52-year-old British-born Muslim man as the attacker who carried out Wednesday's rampage on Westminster Bridge and the grounds of Parliament.
Terrorist Stopped in the Act in Belgium, Carrying Out London-Style Strike
Belgian authorities have raised security in the port of Antwerp after a car with French license plates drove at high speed through a busy shopping street, forcing pedestrians to jump out of the way.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Washington talks end without agreement on Israeli settlements
The Trump administration reiterated its concerns about Israeli settlement activity, the two sides said on Thursday, as a round of talks ended without agreement over limiting future construction on land the Palestinians want for a state.
One terrorist killed, 3 wounded during attack on Israeli town
A gang of five Arab terrorists attacked the Jewish town of Beit El in Samaria Thursday night, hurling firebombs at the entrance to the community.
Israelis Arrest Jewish Teen Tied to Global Jewish Center Bomb Threats
Police in the Israeli city of Ashkelon arrested a Jewish teenager suspected of making bomb threats to Jewish centers in North America and elsewhere around the world.
Inside the United States
Schumer: Democrats Will Filibuster Gorsuch
Speaking on the Senate floor Thursday morning, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said he has come to a decision about the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch.
Potential 'smoking gun' showing Obama administration spied on Trump team, source says
Republican congressional investigators expect a potential 'smoking gun' establishing that the Obama administration spied on the Trump transition team, and possibly the president-elect himself, will be produced to the House Intelligence Committee this week, a source told Fox News.
Intelligence Reports Reveal Improper Political Surveillance of Trump, Transition Team
A House intelligence committee investigation took a dramatic shift this week after newly disclosed intelligence reports suggested the Obama administration improperly gathered and disseminated secret electronic communications from President Trump and his transition team prior to inauguration.
Take It or Leave It: White House Gambles, Will Force GOP Health Care Vote Friday
After conservative House Republicans refused to strike a deal to repeal and replace Obamacare Thursday, the White House has decided to go with a risky take-it-or-leave-it approach.
Around the World
London attack puts Europe on alert over terror
Countries across Europe tightened security Thursday as investigators in London identified a 52-year-old British-born Muslim man as the attacker who carried out Wednesday's rampage on Westminster Bridge and the grounds of Parliament.
Terrorist Stopped in the Act in Belgium, Carrying Out London-Style Strike
Belgian authorities have raised security in the port of Antwerp after a car with French license plates drove at high speed through a busy shopping street, forcing pedestrians to jump out of the way.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Washington talks end without agreement on Israeli settlements
The Trump administration reiterated its concerns about Israeli settlement activity, the two sides said on Thursday, as a round of talks ended without agreement over limiting future construction on land the Palestinians want for a state.
One terrorist killed, 3 wounded during attack on Israeli town
A gang of five Arab terrorists attacked the Jewish town of Beit El in Samaria Thursday night, hurling firebombs at the entrance to the community.
Israelis Arrest Jewish Teen Tied to Global Jewish Center Bomb Threats
Police in the Israeli city of Ashkelon arrested a Jewish teenager suspected of making bomb threats to Jewish centers in North America and elsewhere around the world.
Inside the United States
Schumer: Democrats Will Filibuster Gorsuch
Speaking on the Senate floor Thursday morning, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said he has come to a decision about the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch.
Potential 'smoking gun' showing Obama administration spied on Trump team, source says
Republican congressional investigators expect a potential 'smoking gun' establishing that the Obama administration spied on the Trump transition team, and possibly the president-elect himself, will be produced to the House Intelligence Committee this week, a source told Fox News.
Intelligence Reports Reveal Improper Political Surveillance of Trump, Transition Team
A House intelligence committee investigation took a dramatic shift this week after newly disclosed intelligence reports suggested the Obama administration improperly gathered and disseminated secret electronic communications from President Trump and his transition team prior to inauguration.
Take It or Leave It: White House Gambles, Will Force GOP Health Care Vote Friday
After conservative House Republicans refused to strike a deal to repeal and replace Obamacare Thursday, the White House has decided to go with a risky take-it-or-leave-it approach.