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Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Colombia Mudslide: 210 Dead, 203 Injured After 3 Rivers Burst Banks
An avalanche of water from three overflowing rivers tore through a small city in Colombia while people slept over the weekend, destroying homes, sweeping away cars and killing at least 210 unsuspecting residents.
Trump says US is ready to act alone on North Korea
President Donald Trump says that the United States is prepared to act alone if China does not take a tougher stand against North Korea's nuclear program.
With ISIS in crosshair, al Qaeda makes comeback
Al Qaeda is making a comeback in the Middle East and North Africa by expanding its armies and infiltrating new territories, complicating President Trump's priority of destroying the world's other major Salafist Sunni group, the Islamic State.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel takes baby step toward rebuilding Temple?
With June marking the 50th anniversary of Israel's reunification of the capital city of Jerusalem along with the Temple Mount, the Israeli government is considering a proposal to create a new foundation responsible for providing 'research, information and advocacy' about the Jewish connection to what many consider the holiest site in all of Judaism - the place where the Temple stood until A.D. 70.
Texas House unanimously passes anti-BDS bill
The Texas House State Affairs Committee passed on Wednesday a bill banning state contracts and investments in companies that boycott Israel.
Report: US-Israel talks on settlements suspended after no progress made
Negotiations between Israel and the United States on limiting building in the settlements reportedly has been suspended after representatives of the two countries failed to reach an agreement.
Inside the United States
Pence breaks tie, allowing Senate to revoke Obama order on abortion provider funding
Vice President Mike Pence returned to the Senate Thursday afternoon -- the second time in one day -- to cast a tie-breaking vote on legislation to undo an Obama-era regulation on funding for abortion providers.
US believes jihadists found innovative ways to put explosives in laptops
U.S. authorities reportedly believe that jihadist organizations have discovered innovative ways to insert explosives inside electronic devices that can evade common screening techniques used by most airports.
Trump Revokes Obama Executive Order Awarding Contracts to Companies With LGBT
President Donald Trump has revoked an Obama-era executive order that banned federal contracts from being awarded to companies and nonprofit organizations that do not have sexual orientation and gender identity anti-discrimination policies.
Christian News
2 Women Convicted in the US of Financing Christian-Killing Terrorist Group in Africa
Two women living in the United States were sentenced Friday for providing material support to the al-Shabaab terror group, which has long been targeting and killing Christians in parts of Africa, the U.S. Department of Justice said.
Around the World
Colombia Mudslide: 210 Dead, 203 Injured After 3 Rivers Burst Banks
An avalanche of water from three overflowing rivers tore through a small city in Colombia while people slept over the weekend, destroying homes, sweeping away cars and killing at least 210 unsuspecting residents.
Trump says US is ready to act alone on North Korea
President Donald Trump says that the United States is prepared to act alone if China does not take a tougher stand against North Korea's nuclear program.
With ISIS in crosshair, al Qaeda makes comeback
Al Qaeda is making a comeback in the Middle East and North Africa by expanding its armies and infiltrating new territories, complicating President Trump's priority of destroying the world's other major Salafist Sunni group, the Islamic State.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel takes baby step toward rebuilding Temple?
With June marking the 50th anniversary of Israel's reunification of the capital city of Jerusalem along with the Temple Mount, the Israeli government is considering a proposal to create a new foundation responsible for providing 'research, information and advocacy' about the Jewish connection to what many consider the holiest site in all of Judaism - the place where the Temple stood until A.D. 70.
Texas House unanimously passes anti-BDS bill
The Texas House State Affairs Committee passed on Wednesday a bill banning state contracts and investments in companies that boycott Israel.
Report: US-Israel talks on settlements suspended after no progress made
Negotiations between Israel and the United States on limiting building in the settlements reportedly has been suspended after representatives of the two countries failed to reach an agreement.
Inside the United States
Pence breaks tie, allowing Senate to revoke Obama order on abortion provider funding
Vice President Mike Pence returned to the Senate Thursday afternoon -- the second time in one day -- to cast a tie-breaking vote on legislation to undo an Obama-era regulation on funding for abortion providers.
US believes jihadists found innovative ways to put explosives in laptops
U.S. authorities reportedly believe that jihadist organizations have discovered innovative ways to insert explosives inside electronic devices that can evade common screening techniques used by most airports.
Trump Revokes Obama Executive Order Awarding Contracts to Companies With LGBT
President Donald Trump has revoked an Obama-era executive order that banned federal contracts from being awarded to companies and nonprofit organizations that do not have sexual orientation and gender identity anti-discrimination policies.
Christian News
2 Women Convicted in the US of Financing Christian-Killing Terrorist Group in Africa
Two women living in the United States were sentenced Friday for providing material support to the al-Shabaab terror group, which has long been targeting and killing Christians in parts of Africa, the U.S. Department of Justice said.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Britain files for EU divorce, triggering 2 years to Brexit
Britain formally filed for divorce from the European Union Wednesday, walking out on a 44-year relationship, enacting the decision made by U.K. voters in a referendum nine months ago and launching both Britain and the bloc into uncharted territory. The EU official has received the letter from Britain, setting off the process.
Tension bedeviling Tillerson's Turkey talks
Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson faces what could be the most delicate and complicated diplomatic trip of his tenure so far when he meets Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara Thursday for bilateral talks on Syria, Iraq, the Kurds and Mr. Erdogan's obsession with U.S.-based Turkish cleric Fethullah Gulen.
U.S. sees more civilian casualties as campaign against militants intensifies
Surging civilian casualties which have plagued American and coalition commanders in Iraq in recent days could multiply, as the U.S. and its allies head into the most grueling phase of the campaign to liberate Mosul from the Islamic State.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
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.
Inside the United States
Obama's rule changes opened door for NSA intercepts of Americans to reach political hands
As his presidency drew to a close, Barack Obama's top aides routinely reviewed intelligence reports gleaned from the National Security Agency's incidental intercepts of Americans abroad, taking advantage of rules their boss relaxed starting in 2011 to help the government better fight terrorism, espionage by foreign enemies and hacking threats, Circa has learned.
Judge maintains broad block on Trump travel ban
A judge in Hawaii has extended a broad block on President Donald Trump's revised travel ban, turning aside pleas from the federal government to narrow or drop an earlier order forbidding the president from implementing key parts of his plan.
US Heroin Epidemic: Use Up 500% In Decade, Dependence Tripled
The number of Americans using heroin has increased five-fold in the last decade and dependence has more than tripled, research conducted at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health indicated. The study of 43,000 users published Wednesday in JAMA Psychiatry found the increases were greatest among males, whites and those with low income and little education.
Undercover Journalists Now Face Felony Charges for Exposing Planned Parenthood
The two pro-life activists who exposed Planned Parenthood's practice of selling baby body parts are now being charged with 15 felonies for violating the privacy of health care providers.
Christian News
Texas church bus crash: 13 killed, 2 injured in collision with pickup truck
At least 13 people were killed and two others injured in a head-on crash Wednesday between a church bus and pickup truck in southwest Texas, officials said.
Verdict Pending for Four Church of Iran Members
A verdict in the trial of four members of the Church of Iran denomination in Rasht is pending after local authorities decided to refer the case to Tehran.
More than 200 People Killed in Christian Areas of Nasarawa, Nigeria this Year, Group Says
Armed attacks by Muslim Fulani herdsmen on predominantly Christian communities in Nasarawa state this year have left more than 200 people dead and destroyed homes and farms, sources said.
Court Drops Charges of Kidnapping, 'Human Sacrifice' against Evangelist in Uganda
A judge in Uganda last week dropped charges aimed at stirring up Islamist opposition against an evangelist who provides refuge to converts from Islam, sources said.
Around the World
Britain files for EU divorce, triggering 2 years to Brexit
Britain formally filed for divorce from the European Union Wednesday, walking out on a 44-year relationship, enacting the decision made by U.K. voters in a referendum nine months ago and launching both Britain and the bloc into uncharted territory. The EU official has received the letter from Britain, setting off the process.
Tension bedeviling Tillerson's Turkey talks
Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson faces what could be the most delicate and complicated diplomatic trip of his tenure so far when he meets Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara Thursday for bilateral talks on Syria, Iraq, the Kurds and Mr. Erdogan's obsession with U.S.-based Turkish cleric Fethullah Gulen.
U.S. sees more civilian casualties as campaign against militants intensifies
Surging civilian casualties which have plagued American and coalition commanders in Iraq in recent days could multiply, as the U.S. and its allies head into the most grueling phase of the campaign to liberate Mosul from the Islamic State.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
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.
Inside the United States
Obama's rule changes opened door for NSA intercepts of Americans to reach political hands
As his presidency drew to a close, Barack Obama's top aides routinely reviewed intelligence reports gleaned from the National Security Agency's incidental intercepts of Americans abroad, taking advantage of rules their boss relaxed starting in 2011 to help the government better fight terrorism, espionage by foreign enemies and hacking threats, Circa has learned.
Judge maintains broad block on Trump travel ban
A judge in Hawaii has extended a broad block on President Donald Trump's revised travel ban, turning aside pleas from the federal government to narrow or drop an earlier order forbidding the president from implementing key parts of his plan.
US Heroin Epidemic: Use Up 500% In Decade, Dependence Tripled
The number of Americans using heroin has increased five-fold in the last decade and dependence has more than tripled, research conducted at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health indicated. The study of 43,000 users published Wednesday in JAMA Psychiatry found the increases were greatest among males, whites and those with low income and little education.
Undercover Journalists Now Face Felony Charges for Exposing Planned Parenthood
The two pro-life activists who exposed Planned Parenthood's practice of selling baby body parts are now being charged with 15 felonies for violating the privacy of health care providers.
Christian News
Texas church bus crash: 13 killed, 2 injured in collision with pickup truck
At least 13 people were killed and two others injured in a head-on crash Wednesday between a church bus and pickup truck in southwest Texas, officials said.
Verdict Pending for Four Church of Iran Members
A verdict in the trial of four members of the Church of Iran denomination in Rasht is pending after local authorities decided to refer the case to Tehran.
More than 200 People Killed in Christian Areas of Nasarawa, Nigeria this Year, Group Says
Armed attacks by Muslim Fulani herdsmen on predominantly Christian communities in Nasarawa state this year have left more than 200 people dead and destroyed homes and farms, sources said.
Court Drops Charges of Kidnapping, 'Human Sacrifice' against Evangelist in Uganda
A judge in Uganda last week dropped charges aimed at stirring up Islamist opposition against an evangelist who provides refuge to converts from Islam, sources said.
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.