Prophecy News Watch - January 5, 2026
Around the World
Scores of Men Killed in South Africa’s Circumcision Practices, Sparking Spiritual Debate
At least 41 young men have died in South Africa from complications linked to circumcision procedures performed during annual traditional initiation rites, authorities said, reigniting debate over the practice.
Criminal Investigations After Swiss Bar Fire Kills Dozens (Worthy News Radio)
As Switzerland was plunged into mourning, Swiss prosecutors said Saturday they have placed under criminal investigation the two managers of a bar where a blaze on New Year's Day killed at least 40 people.
Search Intensified For Missing Spanish Family After Tourist Boat Sinks In Indonesia
Indonesian authorities have intensified the search for a Spanish father and his children missing after a traditional wooden tourist boat sank near Padar Island, off the coast of eastern Indonesia, close to the world-famous Komodo National Park.
Bulgaria Adopts Euro Amid Celebration And Public Concern
Bulgaria has formally consigned its longtime national currency, the lev, to history after entering the euro zone on New Year’s Day, becoming the 21st member of the single-currency bloc despite lingering concerns among citizens that the move could fuel higher prices.
World Leaders Call For UN Response After Maduro Capture
The international community is reacting to the news that President Donald Trump announced early in the morning on social media: The U.S. carried out a series of strikes on Venezuela overnight and apprehended Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
U.S. Says Maduro Ousted After Caracas Strikes; Trump Claims America Will “Run” Venezuela Temporarily
U.S. President Donald J. Trump said Saturday that the United States will temporarily “run” Venezuela after American forces carried out large-scale military strikes in the capital Caracas and detained Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, according to U.S. officials.
Powerful Quake Rocks Mexico; Several Killed And Injured
At least two people were killed and more than a dozen injured after a powerful earthquake struck southern and central Mexico, briefly halting President Claudia Sheinbaum's first press conference of the year, officials said Saturday.
Two Teenagers Killed In Amsterdam Shooting Raising Migration Concerns
Two teenage asylum seekers were shot and killed on New Year’s Day in a park of the Dutch capital’s Nieuw-West (New West) district, raising concerns about tensions within migrant communities and public safety in Amsterdam and across the Netherlands, Dutch police said Friday.
Switzerland Mourning As 40 Die In Massive Bar Blaze (Worthy News Radio)
Swiss investigators have begun the grimming process of identifying victims of a blaze that ripped through a bar in the Swiss Alps town of Crans-Montana, killing at least 40 people and injuring some 115 persons.
US Captures Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro In Strikes; Leader Flown Out Of Country
U.S. President Donald J. Trump confirmed early Saturday that the United States has “successfully carried out a large-scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolás Maduro, who has been, along with his wife, captured and flown out of the country.”
Russia Launches 200 Drones On New Year’s Day’
Ukraine’s president said Russia deliberately carried its war into the New Year by launching more than 200 attack drones overnight, striking multiple regions across the country amid freezing winter conditions.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Syria to Resume U.S.-Mediated Talks as Trump Presses for Security Deal
Senior Israeli and Syrian officials are set to resume high-level negotiations this week in talks mediated by the United States, marking a renewed diplomatic push after months of stalled progress, according to reports by i24NEWS and Axios.
Trump, Netanyahu: Hamas Must Disarm for Peace Plan to Move Forward
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that U.S. President Donald Trump has been “unequivocal” that Hamas must fully disarm as a non-negotiable condition for advancing Trump’s proposed 20-point peace plan.
Inside the United States
Congress Faces Govt. Shutdown Date, Health Care Bills, Epstein On Return
Congress faces a mountain of political challenges when it resumes session next week, including a potential government shutdown, a health care affordability crisis, and the ongoing release of the Epstein files.
U.S. Senate Races Will Decide Balance Of Congress In 2026
The U.S. Senate could see a major shakeup in 2026 as Democrats and Republicans battle for control of Congress.
Christian News
Tens Of Thousands Of Christians Celebrate Christmas and the New Year In Indonesia’s Capital (VIDEO)
Tens of thousands of Christians have been celebrating Christmas and the New Year in the Indonesian capital Jakarta, defying concerns about rising Islamic extremism in the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation.
Scores of Men Killed in South Africa’s Circumcision Practices, Sparking Spiritual Debate
At least 41 young men have died in South Africa from complications linked to circumcision procedures performed during annual traditional initiation rites, authorities said, reigniting debate over the practice.
Criminal Investigations After Swiss Bar Fire Kills Dozens (Worthy News Radio)
As Switzerland was plunged into mourning, Swiss prosecutors said Saturday they have placed under criminal investigation the two managers of a bar where a blaze on New Year's Day killed at least 40 people.
Search Intensified For Missing Spanish Family After Tourist Boat Sinks In Indonesia
Indonesian authorities have intensified the search for a Spanish father and his children missing after a traditional wooden tourist boat sank near Padar Island, off the coast of eastern Indonesia, close to the world-famous Komodo National Park.
Bulgaria Adopts Euro Amid Celebration And Public Concern
Bulgaria has formally consigned its longtime national currency, the lev, to history after entering the euro zone on New Year’s Day, becoming the 21st member of the single-currency bloc despite lingering concerns among citizens that the move could fuel higher prices.
World Leaders Call For UN Response After Maduro Capture
The international community is reacting to the news that President Donald Trump announced early in the morning on social media: The U.S. carried out a series of strikes on Venezuela overnight and apprehended Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
U.S. Says Maduro Ousted After Caracas Strikes; Trump Claims America Will “Run” Venezuela Temporarily
U.S. President Donald J. Trump said Saturday that the United States will temporarily “run” Venezuela after American forces carried out large-scale military strikes in the capital Caracas and detained Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, according to U.S. officials.
Powerful Quake Rocks Mexico; Several Killed And Injured
At least two people were killed and more than a dozen injured after a powerful earthquake struck southern and central Mexico, briefly halting President Claudia Sheinbaum's first press conference of the year, officials said Saturday.
Two Teenagers Killed In Amsterdam Shooting Raising Migration Concerns
Two teenage asylum seekers were shot and killed on New Year’s Day in a park of the Dutch capital’s Nieuw-West (New West) district, raising concerns about tensions within migrant communities and public safety in Amsterdam and across the Netherlands, Dutch police said Friday.
Switzerland Mourning As 40 Die In Massive Bar Blaze (Worthy News Radio)
Swiss investigators have begun the grimming process of identifying victims of a blaze that ripped through a bar in the Swiss Alps town of Crans-Montana, killing at least 40 people and injuring some 115 persons.
US Captures Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro In Strikes; Leader Flown Out Of Country
U.S. President Donald J. Trump confirmed early Saturday that the United States has “successfully carried out a large-scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolás Maduro, who has been, along with his wife, captured and flown out of the country.”
Russia Launches 200 Drones On New Year’s Day’
Ukraine’s president said Russia deliberately carried its war into the New Year by launching more than 200 attack drones overnight, striking multiple regions across the country amid freezing winter conditions.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Syria to Resume U.S.-Mediated Talks as Trump Presses for Security Deal
Senior Israeli and Syrian officials are set to resume high-level negotiations this week in talks mediated by the United States, marking a renewed diplomatic push after months of stalled progress, according to reports by i24NEWS and Axios.
Trump, Netanyahu: Hamas Must Disarm for Peace Plan to Move Forward
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that U.S. President Donald Trump has been “unequivocal” that Hamas must fully disarm as a non-negotiable condition for advancing Trump’s proposed 20-point peace plan.
Inside the United States
Congress Faces Govt. Shutdown Date, Health Care Bills, Epstein On Return
Congress faces a mountain of political challenges when it resumes session next week, including a potential government shutdown, a health care affordability crisis, and the ongoing release of the Epstein files.
U.S. Senate Races Will Decide Balance Of Congress In 2026
The U.S. Senate could see a major shakeup in 2026 as Democrats and Republicans battle for control of Congress.
Christian News
Tens Of Thousands Of Christians Celebrate Christmas and the New Year In Indonesia’s Capital (VIDEO)
Tens of thousands of Christians have been celebrating Christmas and the New Year in the Indonesian capital Jakarta, defying concerns about rising Islamic extremism in the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation.