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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.
Around the World
Crown Jewels Worth $102 Million Stolen In France’s Dramatic Louvre Heist
French authorities said Tuesday that crown jewels stolen in a daring daylight heist at the Louvre Museum over the weekend are worth an estimated 88 million euros ($102 million) — excluding their immense historical value to France.
Khamenei Tells Trump to ‘Keep Dreaming’ Over Claims U.S. Destroyed Iran’s Nuclear Program
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Monday dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims that American airstrikes had wiped out Iran’s nuclear industry, telling the president to “keep dreaming.”
Armenian Clergy Arrests Deepen Church-State Rift As Christians Face Regional Pressure
Concerns mounted Monday over the fate of a bishop and 12 clergymen of the Armenian Apostolic Church who were detained amid a deepening standoff between church leaders and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s government — a dispute unfolding as Christians in the region face growing pressure.
Russia Rejects Europe’s Frontlines Proposal For Ukraine As Trump-Putin Summit In Doubt
Ukraine and its key European allies have declared that any negotiations to end the war with Russia must be based on the current line of contact, rejecting Moscow’s territorial demands, as doubts grow over a planned summit between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Vance Confident Gaza Ceasefire Will Hold, Warns Hamas of ‘Obliteration’ if Deal Collapses
U.S. Vice President JD Vance voiced optimism Tuesday that the fragile Gaza ceasefire would endure, even as he warned Hamas of total destruction should it fail to disarm under President Donald Trump’s Middle East peace plan.
Vance Optimistic With Gaza Peace Plan; Reiterates No U.S. Troops To Be On The Ground
No U.S. troops will be on the ground in Gaza, Vice President JD Vance reassured Americans during a visit to Israel on Tuesday.
Inside the United States
DHS Arrests 480,000 Illegal Immigrants in Nine Months; 70% Have Criminal Records
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has arrested more than 480,000 illegal immigrants in the past nine months -- with 70% of them convicted of crimes or facing criminal charges -- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced Monday.
Senate Democrats Block Bill To End Government Shutdown For 11th Time
For the 11th time, U.S. Senate Democrats blocked legislation Monday evening to reopen and fund the federal government, indicating that Republicans’ strategy of waiting out the opposition isn't working.
Christian News
Texas Churches Vandalized With Anti-Trump Graffiti During “No Kings” Protests
Two San Antonio pastors are speaking out after their churches were vandalized over the weekend amid nationwide "No Kings" protests targeting the Trump administration.
Two North Carolina Churches Targeted in Suspected Arson Attacks
Authorities are investigating two suspected arson attacks on churches in a small North Carolina town after fires were deliberately set late Friday night.
Crown Jewels Worth $102 Million Stolen In France’s Dramatic Louvre Heist
French authorities said Tuesday that crown jewels stolen in a daring daylight heist at the Louvre Museum over the weekend are worth an estimated 88 million euros ($102 million) — excluding their immense historical value to France.
Khamenei Tells Trump to ‘Keep Dreaming’ Over Claims U.S. Destroyed Iran’s Nuclear Program
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Monday dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims that American airstrikes had wiped out Iran’s nuclear industry, telling the president to “keep dreaming.”
Armenian Clergy Arrests Deepen Church-State Rift As Christians Face Regional Pressure
Concerns mounted Monday over the fate of a bishop and 12 clergymen of the Armenian Apostolic Church who were detained amid a deepening standoff between church leaders and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s government — a dispute unfolding as Christians in the region face growing pressure.
Russia Rejects Europe’s Frontlines Proposal For Ukraine As Trump-Putin Summit In Doubt
Ukraine and its key European allies have declared that any negotiations to end the war with Russia must be based on the current line of contact, rejecting Moscow’s territorial demands, as doubts grow over a planned summit between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Vance Confident Gaza Ceasefire Will Hold, Warns Hamas of ‘Obliteration’ if Deal Collapses
U.S. Vice President JD Vance voiced optimism Tuesday that the fragile Gaza ceasefire would endure, even as he warned Hamas of total destruction should it fail to disarm under President Donald Trump’s Middle East peace plan.
Vance Optimistic With Gaza Peace Plan; Reiterates No U.S. Troops To Be On The Ground
No U.S. troops will be on the ground in Gaza, Vice President JD Vance reassured Americans during a visit to Israel on Tuesday.
Inside the United States
DHS Arrests 480,000 Illegal Immigrants in Nine Months; 70% Have Criminal Records
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has arrested more than 480,000 illegal immigrants in the past nine months -- with 70% of them convicted of crimes or facing criminal charges -- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced Monday.
Senate Democrats Block Bill To End Government Shutdown For 11th Time
For the 11th time, U.S. Senate Democrats blocked legislation Monday evening to reopen and fund the federal government, indicating that Republicans’ strategy of waiting out the opposition isn't working.
Christian News
Texas Churches Vandalized With Anti-Trump Graffiti During “No Kings” Protests
Two San Antonio pastors are speaking out after their churches were vandalized over the weekend amid nationwide "No Kings" protests targeting the Trump administration.
Two North Carolina Churches Targeted in Suspected Arson Attacks
Authorities are investigating two suspected arson attacks on churches in a small North Carolina town after fires were deliberately set late Friday night.