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Around the World
US Tech Giant Unveiling Eerily Life-Like Robots; Churches Critical About AI
U.S. tech giant Nvidia has unveiled an eerily life-like robot that, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), will assist people, including with “work that humans do not want to do” despite ethical concerns.
Britain’s Cancer-Suffering Princess Thankful For Prayers, Support
As Christians continue to pray for them, Britain’s Prince and Princess of Wales say they are “extremely moved” by the outpouring of support following Kate Middleton’s announcement that she was diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing treatment.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Strikes Lebanon and Syria As It Prepares For War In the North
In response to Hezbollah's missile strikes on the Mount Meron air traffic control base, Israel confirmed it targeted Hezbollah sites Tuesday afternoon near Zboud, Lebanon, and also hit Iranian-linked targets in eastern Syria early Tuesday, aiming at Iranian operatives and assets involved in smuggling arms to West Bank terrorists.
Israel: ‘EU Plans On Palestinian Statehood ‘Rewards Terrorism’
Israel warned Monday that European Union plans to recognize a Palestinian state in the West Bank and Gaza Strip would effectively mean rewarding terrorism.
Inside the United States
Six Feared Dead In Baltimore Bridge Collapse, Governor Urges Prayers
Authorities said Tuesday that emergency workers were suspending the search for six people missing after a major bridge collapsed in the city of Baltimore in the U.S. state of Maryland.
USA: Number Of Self-Managed Medical Abortions Increased Substantially Following Revocation Of Federal Right To Abortion
A new study shows that the number of US women who had self-managed medical abortions increased by nearly 28,000 in the six months following the US Supreme Court’s June 2022 decision to revoke the federal right to abortion up to viability through its decision in Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization.’
Baltimore Bridge Collapses After Cargo Ship Hit
One of America’s iconic bridges, a kilometers (miles) long bridge in the U.S. city of Baltimore, collapsed into the Patapsco River early Tuesday after being hit by a container ship, footage showed.
Christian News
Nigeria: Two Public Universities Ban Christian Meetings On Campus But Allow Islamic Religious Activity
As Nigeria’s government turns a blind eye to the slaughter of tens of thousands of the nation's Christians by Islamic jihadists, authorities in Katsina state are being sued for banning Christian groups from meeting and worshiping on two university campuses, Premier Christian News (PCN) reports.
Haiti: Christian Ministry Attacked By Armed Gang
An international Christian aid organization which runs a hospital, school, and church in Haiti narrowly escaped a massacre of its staff when armed gang members tried to shoot their way into its operational compound, CBN News reports.
US Tech Giant Unveiling Eerily Life-Like Robots; Churches Critical About AI
U.S. tech giant Nvidia has unveiled an eerily life-like robot that, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), will assist people, including with “work that humans do not want to do” despite ethical concerns.
Britain’s Cancer-Suffering Princess Thankful For Prayers, Support
As Christians continue to pray for them, Britain’s Prince and Princess of Wales say they are “extremely moved” by the outpouring of support following Kate Middleton’s announcement that she was diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing treatment.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Strikes Lebanon and Syria As It Prepares For War In the North
In response to Hezbollah's missile strikes on the Mount Meron air traffic control base, Israel confirmed it targeted Hezbollah sites Tuesday afternoon near Zboud, Lebanon, and also hit Iranian-linked targets in eastern Syria early Tuesday, aiming at Iranian operatives and assets involved in smuggling arms to West Bank terrorists.
Israel: ‘EU Plans On Palestinian Statehood ‘Rewards Terrorism’
Israel warned Monday that European Union plans to recognize a Palestinian state in the West Bank and Gaza Strip would effectively mean rewarding terrorism.
Inside the United States
Six Feared Dead In Baltimore Bridge Collapse, Governor Urges Prayers
Authorities said Tuesday that emergency workers were suspending the search for six people missing after a major bridge collapsed in the city of Baltimore in the U.S. state of Maryland.
USA: Number Of Self-Managed Medical Abortions Increased Substantially Following Revocation Of Federal Right To Abortion
A new study shows that the number of US women who had self-managed medical abortions increased by nearly 28,000 in the six months following the US Supreme Court’s June 2022 decision to revoke the federal right to abortion up to viability through its decision in Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization.’
Baltimore Bridge Collapses After Cargo Ship Hit
One of America’s iconic bridges, a kilometers (miles) long bridge in the U.S. city of Baltimore, collapsed into the Patapsco River early Tuesday after being hit by a container ship, footage showed.
Christian News
Nigeria: Two Public Universities Ban Christian Meetings On Campus But Allow Islamic Religious Activity
As Nigeria’s government turns a blind eye to the slaughter of tens of thousands of the nation's Christians by Islamic jihadists, authorities in Katsina state are being sued for banning Christian groups from meeting and worshiping on two university campuses, Premier Christian News (PCN) reports.
Haiti: Christian Ministry Attacked By Armed Gang
An international Christian aid organization which runs a hospital, school, and church in Haiti narrowly escaped a massacre of its staff when armed gang members tried to shoot their way into its operational compound, CBN News reports.
Around the World
People Soon Paying With Hand, Face And Eyes
A Taiwan-based company expects people to soon pay for goods and services through their “facial recognition, fingerprints, eye scans, and handprints.”
Italy, France Raise Terror Alert After ISIS Claims Moscow Attacks (Worthy News Alert)
European Union nations, including Italy and France, stepped up security measures Monday amid concerns that the Islamic State group, or ISIS, will extend its operations in Europe after claiming Friday’s attacks near Moscow that killed at least 137 people.
Russia Mourning Worst Terror Attack In Decades
Russia saw massive expressions of grief Sunday as the official death toll of shootings at a concert hall near Moscow rose to at least 137.
EU To Use Frozen Assets For Wartorn Ukraine
European Union leaders have agreed to use proceeds from billions in frozen Russian assets to help wartorn Ukraine, despite Hungarian warnings Kyiv “will never win” against Russia.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Calls Off Delegation to U.S. After UNSC Vote
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called off the scheduled visit to Washington by a delegation headed by his senior aides Ron Dermer and Tzachi Hanegbi following the US's decision not to use its veto against a UN Security Council resolution, supported by Russia and China, which demanded a ceasefire without making it contingent with the release of hostages held by Hamas.
UN Security Council Passes Resolution Calling For An “Immediate Ceasefire” in Gaza (Worthy News Alert)
The United Nations Security Council has, for the first time, adopted a resolution calling for “an immediate ceasefire” in Gaza as the United States shifted its position and abstained from voting.
Inside the United States
Former U.S. President Wins Request To Reduce Bond To $175 Million
A panel of New York appellate judges came to former U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s aid Monday, ruling that he must post a $175 million bond within ten days. The initial bond of nearly a half billion dollars was decreased by more than $275 million.
More Than 11 million Have Illegally Entered U.S. Since Fiscal 2021
According to U.S. Customs and Border protection data, 9.4 million foreign nationals illegally entered the U.S. in fiscal years 2021, 2022, 2023 and through the end of February 2024. Including another more than 2 million gotaways, reported by The Center Square, combined, they total an estimated 11.4 million, more than the population of 43 U.S. states. They also total more than the population of all individual U.S. cities, including the largest city of New York City, and are greater than the populations of roughly 150 countries.
Gay Couples Soon To Have Children As Scientists Create Human Embryos
Scientists at a prominent American university are getting closer to “creating” human embryos without women enabling gay couples to have children of their own.
Christian News
India: Mob of 200 Hindus Attack Methodist Church in Telangana State, Five Christians Arrested
More than 20 Christians were injured, and five were arrested and imprisoned on false pretenses, after a mob of some 200 Hindus attacked their Methodist church in India’s Telangana state earlier this month, Open Doors reports.
Kenya: Former Muslim Evangelist Murdered for Leading Muslims to Christ
A former Muslim evangelist was murdered in Kenya earlier this month by Islamic extremists enraged that he had been leading Muslims to faith in Christ, Morning Star News reports.
3-Day Evangelistic Event On U.S. Southern Border: “Jesus Is The Only Answer”
Convinced that Jesus is the only answer to the decades-long crisis of illegal immigration on the United States’ southern border with Mexico, an evangelist leader of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) is hosting ‘Revival On The Border,’ a 3-day evangelistic and prayer event that will be held in Texas from March 27-29.
People Soon Paying With Hand, Face And Eyes
A Taiwan-based company expects people to soon pay for goods and services through their “facial recognition, fingerprints, eye scans, and handprints.”
Italy, France Raise Terror Alert After ISIS Claims Moscow Attacks (Worthy News Alert)
European Union nations, including Italy and France, stepped up security measures Monday amid concerns that the Islamic State group, or ISIS, will extend its operations in Europe after claiming Friday’s attacks near Moscow that killed at least 137 people.
Russia Mourning Worst Terror Attack In Decades
Russia saw massive expressions of grief Sunday as the official death toll of shootings at a concert hall near Moscow rose to at least 137.
EU To Use Frozen Assets For Wartorn Ukraine
European Union leaders have agreed to use proceeds from billions in frozen Russian assets to help wartorn Ukraine, despite Hungarian warnings Kyiv “will never win” against Russia.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Calls Off Delegation to U.S. After UNSC Vote
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called off the scheduled visit to Washington by a delegation headed by his senior aides Ron Dermer and Tzachi Hanegbi following the US's decision not to use its veto against a UN Security Council resolution, supported by Russia and China, which demanded a ceasefire without making it contingent with the release of hostages held by Hamas.
UN Security Council Passes Resolution Calling For An “Immediate Ceasefire” in Gaza (Worthy News Alert)
The United Nations Security Council has, for the first time, adopted a resolution calling for “an immediate ceasefire” in Gaza as the United States shifted its position and abstained from voting.
Inside the United States
Former U.S. President Wins Request To Reduce Bond To $175 Million
A panel of New York appellate judges came to former U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s aid Monday, ruling that he must post a $175 million bond within ten days. The initial bond of nearly a half billion dollars was decreased by more than $275 million.
More Than 11 million Have Illegally Entered U.S. Since Fiscal 2021
According to U.S. Customs and Border protection data, 9.4 million foreign nationals illegally entered the U.S. in fiscal years 2021, 2022, 2023 and through the end of February 2024. Including another more than 2 million gotaways, reported by The Center Square, combined, they total an estimated 11.4 million, more than the population of 43 U.S. states. They also total more than the population of all individual U.S. cities, including the largest city of New York City, and are greater than the populations of roughly 150 countries.
Gay Couples Soon To Have Children As Scientists Create Human Embryos
Scientists at a prominent American university are getting closer to “creating” human embryos without women enabling gay couples to have children of their own.
Christian News
India: Mob of 200 Hindus Attack Methodist Church in Telangana State, Five Christians Arrested
More than 20 Christians were injured, and five were arrested and imprisoned on false pretenses, after a mob of some 200 Hindus attacked their Methodist church in India’s Telangana state earlier this month, Open Doors reports.
Kenya: Former Muslim Evangelist Murdered for Leading Muslims to Christ
A former Muslim evangelist was murdered in Kenya earlier this month by Islamic extremists enraged that he had been leading Muslims to faith in Christ, Morning Star News reports.
3-Day Evangelistic Event On U.S. Southern Border: “Jesus Is The Only Answer”
Convinced that Jesus is the only answer to the decades-long crisis of illegal immigration on the United States’ southern border with Mexico, an evangelist leader of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) is hosting ‘Revival On The Border,’ a 3-day evangelistic and prayer event that will be held in Texas from March 27-29.
Around the World
Russia Violates Polish Airspace As It Attacks Ukraine; Russian Ships Also Hit
A Russian missile has violated the air space of Poland amid one of the most intense Russian attacks on nearby Ukraine, prompting the NATO military alliance to prepare for an armed confrontation, U.S. and Polish officials confirmed Sunday.
Putin Suggests Ukraine Involved In Moscow Shootings That Killed 133 People (Worthy News In-Depth)
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that Ukraine was involved in Friday’s shootings at a major concert hall near Moscow that killed at least 133 people, despite the Islamic State group, or ISIS, claiming responsibility for the massacre.
Israel, US Condemn Moscow Massacre As World Reacts
Israel, the United States, along with the U.S.-led NATO military alliance and the European Union have condemned the terrorist attack in Russia that killed at least 133 people, including children.
‘Ukraine Behind Moscow Massacre’ Russia’s Putin Suggests (Worthy News Radio)
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that Ukraine was involved in Friday's shootings at a major concert hall near Moscow that killed at least 115 people, despite the Islamic State group, or ISIS, claiming responsibility for the massacre. His comments came while people gathered at a makeshift memorial, with memories still fresh about the bloodshed that unfolded here.
Islamic State Claims Moscow Massacre; Scores Killed, Many Injured In Concert Hall (Worthy News Alert)
The Islamic State group, also known as ISIS, has claimed responsibility for a shooting attack on a major concert hall near Moscow that killed dozens of people and injured more than 100 others.
Europe’s Top Court Forces Identity Fingerprints Despite Legal Worries (Worthy News In-Depth)
Human rights activists have expressed concern about Europe’s highest court agreeing that Europeans can be forced to give their fingerprints for national identity documents (IDs).
Russia Declares War Against Ukraine and Allies
Russia declared Friday it is in “a state of war” against Ukraine and, indirectly, the West after calling its invasion of the country “a special military operation” for nearly two years.
’China To Invade Taiwan Within Three Years,’ Probably Earlier
A top-ranking U.S. Navy officer in Asia warns that China may invade Taiwan within three years, though Beijing’s military threats suggested it could occur earlier.
China, Russia Agree With Violent Houthis On Safe Passage In Red Sea
Much of the world’s commerce appeared to be dependent on ships from Russia and China on Friday as Yemen-based Houthi rebels agreed to give them safe passage while attacking vessels of Israel’s allies, including the United States.
‘Strong Earthquake Shakes Indonesia’s East Java Province’
A strong earthquake shook Indonesia’s East Java province Friday, Christians in the area told Worthy News.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Tells Blinken, Israel Will Finish the Job With Or Without U.S. Support
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken that Israel is ready to launch its military campaign in the Gaza city of Rafah to eliminate the last stronghold of Hamas with or without the support of the United States.
Russia, China Veto US Ceasefire Resolution For Gaza
Russia and China have vetoed a U.S. draft United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an "immediate and sustained ceasefire" in Gaza because it included "the release of all remaining hostages" held by Hamas.
Inside the United States
Biden Signs $1.2 Trillion Budget Bill Funding Government Through Fiscal Year
President Joe Biden signed the $1.2 trillion spending bill into law, narrowly avoiding a government shutdown despite missing a midnight deadline.
Over 256,000 Illegal Border Crossers In February, Highest For The Month In History
The number of illegal border crossers has increased significantly since Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas implemented a range of policies he said were designed to reduce “irregular migration” and create a “legal pathway” for foreign nationals to come to the U.S.
House Republicans’ Advantage Even Thinner With Gallagher Resignation
Republicans’ advantage in the U.S. House of Representatives will be only 217-213 after April 19, following Friday’s decision by U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher to resign.
Feds Apprehended Record Number Of Criminal Noncitizens In Fiscal 2023
Federal agents apprehended a record number of criminal noncitizens in fiscal 2023, according to several reports.
Pig Kidney Successfully Transplanted Into Human For First Time
There was hope for a 62-year-old man with end-stage kidney disease for an extended life on Friday after an American hospital successfully transplanted a pig kidney into the patient in the world’s first such operation.
Russia Violates Polish Airspace As It Attacks Ukraine; Russian Ships Also Hit
A Russian missile has violated the air space of Poland amid one of the most intense Russian attacks on nearby Ukraine, prompting the NATO military alliance to prepare for an armed confrontation, U.S. and Polish officials confirmed Sunday.
Putin Suggests Ukraine Involved In Moscow Shootings That Killed 133 People (Worthy News In-Depth)
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that Ukraine was involved in Friday’s shootings at a major concert hall near Moscow that killed at least 133 people, despite the Islamic State group, or ISIS, claiming responsibility for the massacre.
Israel, US Condemn Moscow Massacre As World Reacts
Israel, the United States, along with the U.S.-led NATO military alliance and the European Union have condemned the terrorist attack in Russia that killed at least 133 people, including children.
‘Ukraine Behind Moscow Massacre’ Russia’s Putin Suggests (Worthy News Radio)
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that Ukraine was involved in Friday's shootings at a major concert hall near Moscow that killed at least 115 people, despite the Islamic State group, or ISIS, claiming responsibility for the massacre. His comments came while people gathered at a makeshift memorial, with memories still fresh about the bloodshed that unfolded here.
Islamic State Claims Moscow Massacre; Scores Killed, Many Injured In Concert Hall (Worthy News Alert)
The Islamic State group, also known as ISIS, has claimed responsibility for a shooting attack on a major concert hall near Moscow that killed dozens of people and injured more than 100 others.
Europe’s Top Court Forces Identity Fingerprints Despite Legal Worries (Worthy News In-Depth)
Human rights activists have expressed concern about Europe’s highest court agreeing that Europeans can be forced to give their fingerprints for national identity documents (IDs).
Russia Declares War Against Ukraine and Allies
Russia declared Friday it is in “a state of war” against Ukraine and, indirectly, the West after calling its invasion of the country “a special military operation” for nearly two years.
’China To Invade Taiwan Within Three Years,’ Probably Earlier
A top-ranking U.S. Navy officer in Asia warns that China may invade Taiwan within three years, though Beijing’s military threats suggested it could occur earlier.
China, Russia Agree With Violent Houthis On Safe Passage In Red Sea
Much of the world’s commerce appeared to be dependent on ships from Russia and China on Friday as Yemen-based Houthi rebels agreed to give them safe passage while attacking vessels of Israel’s allies, including the United States.
‘Strong Earthquake Shakes Indonesia’s East Java Province’
A strong earthquake shook Indonesia’s East Java province Friday, Christians in the area told Worthy News.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Tells Blinken, Israel Will Finish the Job With Or Without U.S. Support
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken that Israel is ready to launch its military campaign in the Gaza city of Rafah to eliminate the last stronghold of Hamas with or without the support of the United States.
Russia, China Veto US Ceasefire Resolution For Gaza
Russia and China have vetoed a U.S. draft United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an "immediate and sustained ceasefire" in Gaza because it included "the release of all remaining hostages" held by Hamas.
Inside the United States
Biden Signs $1.2 Trillion Budget Bill Funding Government Through Fiscal Year
President Joe Biden signed the $1.2 trillion spending bill into law, narrowly avoiding a government shutdown despite missing a midnight deadline.
Over 256,000 Illegal Border Crossers In February, Highest For The Month In History
The number of illegal border crossers has increased significantly since Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas implemented a range of policies he said were designed to reduce “irregular migration” and create a “legal pathway” for foreign nationals to come to the U.S.
House Republicans’ Advantage Even Thinner With Gallagher Resignation
Republicans’ advantage in the U.S. House of Representatives will be only 217-213 after April 19, following Friday’s decision by U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher to resign.
Feds Apprehended Record Number Of Criminal Noncitizens In Fiscal 2023
Federal agents apprehended a record number of criminal noncitizens in fiscal 2023, according to several reports.
Pig Kidney Successfully Transplanted Into Human For First Time
There was hope for a 62-year-old man with end-stage kidney disease for an extended life on Friday after an American hospital successfully transplanted a pig kidney into the patient in the world’s first such operation.