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Around the World
Brexit legislation under fire as it enters upper house
British Prime Minister Theresa May faces a fresh challenge pushing her flagship Brexit law through parliament after lawmakers demanded changes only a day before parliament’s upper house begins to debate the legislation.
Iran spends billions on weapons programs, terrorism while ignoring Iranians' basic needs, report finds
Iran is spending billions of dollars on its weapons programs and supporting terrorism around the globe while it ignores the basic needs of its people, a new report asserts.
New ISIS Video Sings to U.S. Jihadists: 'It is Now Time to Rise, Slit Their Throats, Watch Them Die'
The Islamic State issued a new video today calling on 'brothers in Europe, America, Russia, Australia and elsewhere' to 'kill them all' as 'it is now time to rise.'
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu to head to Moscow to discuss Iran, Syria with Putin
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is headed to Moscow on Monday for a whirlwind trip, during which he is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin and visit an exhibition on the Holocaust.
IDF Spokesman warns Lebanon of war with Israel if Iranian presence grows
IDF Spokesman Brig.-Gen. Ronen Manelis warned in a rare op-ed on a Lebanese opposition website that a war with Israel could break out if Iran develops precision missiles in the country.
Inside the United States
Senate to Vote on 'Pain Capable' Act Banning Abortion at 20 Weeks
The Senate will vote Monday on legislation banning abortion at the 20-week mark, the point at which unborn children can feel pain.
Trump Set to Unveil Trillion Dollar Infrastructure Package in State of the Union Address
President Donald Trump is set to unveil his $1.7 trillion infrastructure plan during his State of the Union Address Tuesday night during a joint session of Congress.
Russian trolls created 129 bogus Facebook events during 2016 race, reaching hundreds of thousands
Russian internet trolls created over 100 events displayed to Facebook users during the 2016 U.S. presidential race, in turn reaching more than a quarter of a million unique accounts during the course of Moscow’s alleged election meddling, the social network revealed in congressional testimony released Thursday.
Christian News
Are Swiss-funded Christian NGOs unwelcome in India?
Christian charities supported by foreign donors, including Swiss ones, are finding it increasingly difficult to operate in India due to administrative hurdles. They allege selective implementation of regulations and blame this on the rise of Hindu fundamentalism.
Christian refugees face new fears in unstable Central African Republic
Almost five years ago, when Muslim rebels calling themselves Seleka — 'Coalition' in a local language — overthrew Francois Bozize, the former president of the Central African Republic, Ms. Florence and other Christians fled to a camp for internally displaced people near Bangui M’Poko International Airport amid the fighting because she knew French peacekeepers could protect her there.
Brexit legislation under fire as it enters upper house
British Prime Minister Theresa May faces a fresh challenge pushing her flagship Brexit law through parliament after lawmakers demanded changes only a day before parliament’s upper house begins to debate the legislation.
Iran spends billions on weapons programs, terrorism while ignoring Iranians' basic needs, report finds
Iran is spending billions of dollars on its weapons programs and supporting terrorism around the globe while it ignores the basic needs of its people, a new report asserts.
New ISIS Video Sings to U.S. Jihadists: 'It is Now Time to Rise, Slit Their Throats, Watch Them Die'
The Islamic State issued a new video today calling on 'brothers in Europe, America, Russia, Australia and elsewhere' to 'kill them all' as 'it is now time to rise.'
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu to head to Moscow to discuss Iran, Syria with Putin
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is headed to Moscow on Monday for a whirlwind trip, during which he is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin and visit an exhibition on the Holocaust.
IDF Spokesman warns Lebanon of war with Israel if Iranian presence grows
IDF Spokesman Brig.-Gen. Ronen Manelis warned in a rare op-ed on a Lebanese opposition website that a war with Israel could break out if Iran develops precision missiles in the country.
Inside the United States
Senate to Vote on 'Pain Capable' Act Banning Abortion at 20 Weeks
The Senate will vote Monday on legislation banning abortion at the 20-week mark, the point at which unborn children can feel pain.
Trump Set to Unveil Trillion Dollar Infrastructure Package in State of the Union Address
President Donald Trump is set to unveil his $1.7 trillion infrastructure plan during his State of the Union Address Tuesday night during a joint session of Congress.
Russian trolls created 129 bogus Facebook events during 2016 race, reaching hundreds of thousands
Russian internet trolls created over 100 events displayed to Facebook users during the 2016 U.S. presidential race, in turn reaching more than a quarter of a million unique accounts during the course of Moscow’s alleged election meddling, the social network revealed in congressional testimony released Thursday.
Christian News
Are Swiss-funded Christian NGOs unwelcome in India?
Christian charities supported by foreign donors, including Swiss ones, are finding it increasingly difficult to operate in India due to administrative hurdles. They allege selective implementation of regulations and blame this on the rise of Hindu fundamentalism.
Christian refugees face new fears in unstable Central African Republic
Almost five years ago, when Muslim rebels calling themselves Seleka — 'Coalition' in a local language — overthrew Francois Bozize, the former president of the Central African Republic, Ms. Florence and other Christians fled to a camp for internally displaced people near Bangui M’Poko International Airport amid the fighting because she knew French peacekeepers could protect her there.
Around the World
Iran has fired 23 ballistic missiles since start of 2015 nuclear deal, explosive report shows
Iran has aggressively pursued its ballistic missile program since agreeing to the 2015 nuclear deal, regularly launching nuclear-capable missiles in what critics consider a violation of the spirit of the deal, according to a report obtained by Fox News.
Putin hails new bomber as a boost to Russia's nuclear forces
President Vladimir Putin praised a newly-built supersonic strategic bomber on Thursday after watching it in flight, saying it would beef up Russia's nuclear weapons capability.
Danon: Iran currently controls 82 thousand fighters in Syria
Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon revealed on Thursday previously undisclosed information concerning the Syrian Civil War to the UN Security Council.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel accuses Iran of trying to turn Syria into its base
Israel’s U.N. ambassador is accusing Iran of attempting to turn Syria into 'the largest military base in the world' to destabilize the region, threaten Israel and 'terrorize the entire free world.'
Trump says U.S. aid to Palestinians is ‘on the table’ in possible peace talks with Israel
President Trump vowed Thursday to block any new U.S. financial aid to the Palestinians until they agree to restart peace talks with Israel.
Haley Suggests it’s Time The Palestinians Find New Leadership
U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley on Thursday effectively told the Palestinians to find new leadership if they expect to achieve a peace settlement that leads to a better future for them and Israelis alike.
Jerusalem will ‘never be unified’; two-state solution now unacceptable, says PLO ambassador
The Trump administration’s push to have Jerusalem officially recognized as the capital of Israel is destined to fail and will only exacerbate tensions between the U.S and the region, the top Palestinian diplomat in Washington said Thursday.
Inside the United States
President Trump Opens Door for US to Re-Enter TPP
President Donald Trump told CNBC on Thursday that he would reconsider the massive Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal if the United States could strike a 'substantially better' agreement. But it's almost certainly too late for the U.S. to negotiate a new deal.
Trump wades into currency uproar, favours 'strong dollar'
President Donald Trump waded into the uproar over the US currency on Thursday (Jan 25), saying he wants to see 'a strong dollar,' countering comments by his treasury secretary that appeared to signal the opposite and sent the greenback plunging to three-year lows.
Iran has fired 23 ballistic missiles since start of 2015 nuclear deal, explosive report shows
Iran has aggressively pursued its ballistic missile program since agreeing to the 2015 nuclear deal, regularly launching nuclear-capable missiles in what critics consider a violation of the spirit of the deal, according to a report obtained by Fox News.
Putin hails new bomber as a boost to Russia's nuclear forces
President Vladimir Putin praised a newly-built supersonic strategic bomber on Thursday after watching it in flight, saying it would beef up Russia's nuclear weapons capability.
Danon: Iran currently controls 82 thousand fighters in Syria
Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon revealed on Thursday previously undisclosed information concerning the Syrian Civil War to the UN Security Council.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel accuses Iran of trying to turn Syria into its base
Israel’s U.N. ambassador is accusing Iran of attempting to turn Syria into 'the largest military base in the world' to destabilize the region, threaten Israel and 'terrorize the entire free world.'
Trump says U.S. aid to Palestinians is ‘on the table’ in possible peace talks with Israel
President Trump vowed Thursday to block any new U.S. financial aid to the Palestinians until they agree to restart peace talks with Israel.
Haley Suggests it’s Time The Palestinians Find New Leadership
U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley on Thursday effectively told the Palestinians to find new leadership if they expect to achieve a peace settlement that leads to a better future for them and Israelis alike.
Jerusalem will ‘never be unified’; two-state solution now unacceptable, says PLO ambassador
The Trump administration’s push to have Jerusalem officially recognized as the capital of Israel is destined to fail and will only exacerbate tensions between the U.S and the region, the top Palestinian diplomat in Washington said Thursday.
Inside the United States
President Trump Opens Door for US to Re-Enter TPP
President Donald Trump told CNBC on Thursday that he would reconsider the massive Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal if the United States could strike a 'substantially better' agreement. But it's almost certainly too late for the U.S. to negotiate a new deal.
Trump wades into currency uproar, favours 'strong dollar'
President Donald Trump waded into the uproar over the US currency on Thursday (Jan 25), saying he wants to see 'a strong dollar,' countering comments by his treasury secretary that appeared to signal the opposite and sent the greenback plunging to three-year lows.
Around the World
Chinese scientists clone monkeys, break barrier to human cloning
Chinese scientists have cloned monkeys using the same technique that produced Dolly the sheep two decades ago, breaking a technical barrier that could open the door to copying humans.
What is a 'Super Blue Blood Moon' and Does It Have Spiritual, Prophetic Significance?
A special full moon is expected on Jan. 31 and if you're in the western part of the U.S. you'll have the best view.
Erupting Philippine volcano still swelling with magma below
Philippine scientists say a volcano that's been erupting for almost two weeks still appears to be swelling with magma under the surface.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Council of Europe to denounce Trump’s Jerusalem recognition Thursday
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe is set on Thursday to denounce US President Donald Trump’s declaration that Jerusalem is Israel’s capital.
Inside the United States
Satanist group challenges Missouri law on abortions
A group of Satanists is challenging a Missouri law that requires women seeking an abortion to receive a booklet that says life begins at conception, arguing before the state Supreme Court that the measure violated a member’s religious beliefs.
Trump to release legislative framework on immigration
President Trump on Monday will release his own framework for an immigration deal, the White House said Wednesday, saying he’s determined to lead Congress to a solution.
Earthquake fault runs through Rodeo Drive and Beverly Hills' shopping district, California geologists say
New data from state geologists show that an earthquake fault runs below Rodeo Drive and Beverly Hills’ shopping district, heightening the known seismic risk in an area famous for Cartier, Gucci, Prada and other luxury brands.
Senate narrowly approves Brownback for religious freedom job
The Republican-led Senate on Wednesday narrowly approved Sam Brownback’s bid to be U.S. ambassador for international religious freedom, setting the stage for him to resign the governorship in Kansas after seven contentious years in office.
Christian News
Children Born between 1999-2015 are Most Non-Christian Generation, Study Finds
Only four of out 100 teenagers have a true biblical worldview, according to a new survey from the Barna Group.
'Jesus is Building His Church' Inside Iran, Millions Watching Christian Satellite TV
This may come as a suprise to many, but Christianity is growing faster in the Islamic Republic of Iran than in any other country in the world.
Chinese scientists clone monkeys, break barrier to human cloning
Chinese scientists have cloned monkeys using the same technique that produced Dolly the sheep two decades ago, breaking a technical barrier that could open the door to copying humans.
What is a 'Super Blue Blood Moon' and Does It Have Spiritual, Prophetic Significance?
A special full moon is expected on Jan. 31 and if you're in the western part of the U.S. you'll have the best view.
Erupting Philippine volcano still swelling with magma below
Philippine scientists say a volcano that's been erupting for almost two weeks still appears to be swelling with magma under the surface.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Council of Europe to denounce Trump’s Jerusalem recognition Thursday
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe is set on Thursday to denounce US President Donald Trump’s declaration that Jerusalem is Israel’s capital.
Inside the United States
Satanist group challenges Missouri law on abortions
A group of Satanists is challenging a Missouri law that requires women seeking an abortion to receive a booklet that says life begins at conception, arguing before the state Supreme Court that the measure violated a member’s religious beliefs.
Trump to release legislative framework on immigration
President Trump on Monday will release his own framework for an immigration deal, the White House said Wednesday, saying he’s determined to lead Congress to a solution.
Earthquake fault runs through Rodeo Drive and Beverly Hills' shopping district, California geologists say
New data from state geologists show that an earthquake fault runs below Rodeo Drive and Beverly Hills’ shopping district, heightening the known seismic risk in an area famous for Cartier, Gucci, Prada and other luxury brands.
Senate narrowly approves Brownback for religious freedom job
The Republican-led Senate on Wednesday narrowly approved Sam Brownback’s bid to be U.S. ambassador for international religious freedom, setting the stage for him to resign the governorship in Kansas after seven contentious years in office.
Christian News
Children Born between 1999-2015 are Most Non-Christian Generation, Study Finds
Only four of out 100 teenagers have a true biblical worldview, according to a new survey from the Barna Group.
'Jesus is Building His Church' Inside Iran, Millions Watching Christian Satellite TV
This may come as a suprise to many, but Christianity is growing faster in the Islamic Republic of Iran than in any other country in the world.