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Today's Breaking News
Around the World
ISIS, Syrian Conflict 'Not Containable' in Middle East
Threats emanating from the Middle East, including those caused by ISIS and the Syrian civil war, cannot be contained and therefore require the United States to significantly ramp up its military commitments in the region, according to a new report.
Major powers fail to agree new date for Syria peace talks
Major power foreign ministers failed to agree a new date to resume Syrian peace talks at a meeting on Tuesday, and the opposition said it would not come back to Geneva negotiations unless conditions improved on the ground.
NSA Spied on Russian Crime Boss in Search for Links to Putin
The National Security Agency carried out electronic espionage against a senior Russian crime boss in a search for ties between organized crime groups and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli archaeologists find shipwreck full of 1,600-year-old treasures
Israeli divers discovered a treasure trove of valuable statues and coins beneath the ocean's surface recently, which had apparently been sitting on the sea floor for 1,600 years, researchers said.
Division in Labor as Herzog in talks to join government
Isaac Herzog is facing fierce opposition from members of his own Labor party over his intentions to join Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, with senior party members talking about an inevitable split within the party.
Inside the United States
Senate Approves 9/11 Legislation Despite Saudi Threats
Senate passed legislation Tuesday that would allow families of Sept. 11 victims to sue the government of Saudi Arabia, rejecting the fierce objections of a U.S. ally and setting Congress on a collision course with the Obama administration.
Senate confirms first openly gay Army secretary
The Senate on Tuesday evening confirmed the long-delayed nomination of the first openly gay Army secretary.
Former Facebook 'journalist': We routinely suppressed news favoring conservative values
Facebook systematically blacklisted news articles cast conservative politicians and conservative values in a positive light, former workers for the social media giant admitted.
Abedin Among Six Set for Quizzing in Clinton E-Mail Case
Former Hillary Clinton deputy chief of staff Huma Abedin and at least five others will be questioned by a conservative watchdog group's lawyers seeking information about Abedin's overlapping employment at the U.S. State Department, the Clinton Foundation and an outside consulting firm.
South Carolina Passes Bill Banning Abortion After 19 Weeks
The South Carolina Legislature passed a bill Tuesday prohibiting abortion after 19 weeks, becoming the 17th state to pass the restrictive ban.
Judge Halts Enforcement of a Portion of DC's Strict Gun Law
A federal judge in Washington halted enforcement of a portion of the city's strict gun law Tuesday in a ruling that conflicts with a previous judge's assessment of the law and sets up two competing views for a higher court.
U.S. Politics
Trump, RNC reach fundraising deal
Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee announced an agreement late Tuesday night under which Trump's campaign will help raise funds to elect Republicans around the country.
Trump scores an easy victory in Oregon
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump cruised to victory in Oregon on Tuesday, leaving just six more states to vote before Republicans convene for their national convention in July.
Dems' new fear: Sanders revolt could upend Democratic convention
Many Democrats fear that if Sanders does not rein in his supporters, the same ugly scene that occurred in Las Vegas last weekend could replicate itself in the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
Clinton declares victory in Kentucky primary; Sanders wins in Oregon
Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton declared victory in the Kentucky primary on Tuesday, potentially disrupting a string of expected primary losses this month that had threatened to weaken her even as she turned her focus to her likely matchup against Republican Donald Trump in the general election.
Christian News
Pakistan: Abducted Christian Woman Forced to Marry Muslim Kidnapper
A 24-year-old Pakistani Christian woman has reportedly been abducted by Muslims and forced to convert to Islam and marry one of her kidnappers.
Around the World
ISIS, Syrian Conflict 'Not Containable' in Middle East
Threats emanating from the Middle East, including those caused by ISIS and the Syrian civil war, cannot be contained and therefore require the United States to significantly ramp up its military commitments in the region, according to a new report.
Major powers fail to agree new date for Syria peace talks
Major power foreign ministers failed to agree a new date to resume Syrian peace talks at a meeting on Tuesday, and the opposition said it would not come back to Geneva negotiations unless conditions improved on the ground.
NSA Spied on Russian Crime Boss in Search for Links to Putin
The National Security Agency carried out electronic espionage against a senior Russian crime boss in a search for ties between organized crime groups and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli archaeologists find shipwreck full of 1,600-year-old treasures
Israeli divers discovered a treasure trove of valuable statues and coins beneath the ocean's surface recently, which had apparently been sitting on the sea floor for 1,600 years, researchers said.
Division in Labor as Herzog in talks to join government
Isaac Herzog is facing fierce opposition from members of his own Labor party over his intentions to join Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, with senior party members talking about an inevitable split within the party.
Inside the United States
Senate Approves 9/11 Legislation Despite Saudi Threats
Senate passed legislation Tuesday that would allow families of Sept. 11 victims to sue the government of Saudi Arabia, rejecting the fierce objections of a U.S. ally and setting Congress on a collision course with the Obama administration.
Senate confirms first openly gay Army secretary
The Senate on Tuesday evening confirmed the long-delayed nomination of the first openly gay Army secretary.
Former Facebook 'journalist': We routinely suppressed news favoring conservative values
Facebook systematically blacklisted news articles cast conservative politicians and conservative values in a positive light, former workers for the social media giant admitted.
Abedin Among Six Set for Quizzing in Clinton E-Mail Case
Former Hillary Clinton deputy chief of staff Huma Abedin and at least five others will be questioned by a conservative watchdog group's lawyers seeking information about Abedin's overlapping employment at the U.S. State Department, the Clinton Foundation and an outside consulting firm.
South Carolina Passes Bill Banning Abortion After 19 Weeks
The South Carolina Legislature passed a bill Tuesday prohibiting abortion after 19 weeks, becoming the 17th state to pass the restrictive ban.
Judge Halts Enforcement of a Portion of DC's Strict Gun Law
A federal judge in Washington halted enforcement of a portion of the city's strict gun law Tuesday in a ruling that conflicts with a previous judge's assessment of the law and sets up two competing views for a higher court.
U.S. Politics
Trump, RNC reach fundraising deal
Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee announced an agreement late Tuesday night under which Trump's campaign will help raise funds to elect Republicans around the country.
Trump scores an easy victory in Oregon
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump cruised to victory in Oregon on Tuesday, leaving just six more states to vote before Republicans convene for their national convention in July.
Dems' new fear: Sanders revolt could upend Democratic convention
Many Democrats fear that if Sanders does not rein in his supporters, the same ugly scene that occurred in Las Vegas last weekend could replicate itself in the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
Clinton declares victory in Kentucky primary; Sanders wins in Oregon
Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton declared victory in the Kentucky primary on Tuesday, potentially disrupting a string of expected primary losses this month that had threatened to weaken her even as she turned her focus to her likely matchup against Republican Donald Trump in the general election.
Christian News
Pakistan: Abducted Christian Woman Forced to Marry Muslim Kidnapper
A 24-year-old Pakistani Christian woman has reportedly been abducted by Muslims and forced to convert to Islam and marry one of her kidnappers.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
IS said to have lost half the area it once claimed in Iraq
The Islamic State group has continued losing control over territory across Iraq and Syria, a Pentagon spokesman said Monday, including almost half of what it had once held in Iraq.
U.S. forces on the ground in Libya: Report
U.S. forces are reportedly on the ground in Libya, conducting patrols and advising local militias fighting to oust Islamic State fighters from the country.
Iran: U.S. Encouraging Islamic Republic to Keep Illicit Missile Tests Secret
A senior Iranian military commander claimed that U.S. officials are quietly encouraging the Islamic Republic to keep its illicit ballistic missile tests a secret so as not to raise concerns in the region, according to Persian language comments.
Iran cracks down on women modeling without headscarves online
Iranian police recently arrested eight people in a new crackdown targeting 'un-Islamic acts' online such as female models posting images of themselves without the hijab, state media reported on May 16.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Rafael unveils 1,500-meter-range infantry missile
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems plans to unveil its Spike, short-range (SR) shoulder- fired (man portable) weapon Wednesday at the Israel Institute of Technology in Haifa, Rafael said.
Herzog reportedly ready to join Netanyahu's coalition, demands major portfolios
In coalition negotiations with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, opposition leader Isaac Herzog conditioned his party joining the government on landing either one of the justice, culture or communications portfolios, local media reported early Tuesday.
Methodist church meeting votes down BDS resolutions
The United Methodist Church has rejected several resolutions calling for the 12-million-member Protestant church to divest from companies engaging in business with Israel over its treatment of Palestinians.
Shin Bet: Hamas bringing weapons, rocket-making material into Gaza
The Israeli Navy arrested off the coast of Gaza last month a Hamas-affiliated smuggler who is accused of bringing weapons and illegal building materials into the Strip, the Shin Bet revealed Monday.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court ruling should clear the way to free birth control for women with religious employers
An evenly divided Supreme Court skirted the major legal questions arising from a dispute over President Obama's healthcare program and instead announced a compromise Monday designed to clear the way for women working for religious organizations to receive the free birth control promised under the Affordable Care Act.
Phoenix Artists Sue City Over LGBT Non-Discrimination Law
Two artists at a Phoenix calligraphy studio are suing the city over its non-discrimination law, saying they fear they could face jail or other penalties if they refuse to create art for same-sex weddings.
Obama: Transgender bathroom guidance meant to affirm kids' dignity
Responding to criticism of his administration's new guidance on transgender students' use of school bathrooms, President Barack Obama said Monday he wanted to ensure children were being treated with dignity.
Texas Governor Refuses Obama's Request to Lift State Sanctions on Iran; Says Nuclear Deal Undermines US Security
The governor of Texas sent a harsh letter to US President Barack Obama on Monday, announcing that his state would not only maintain its sanctions on Iran, but strengthen them, The Algemeiner has learned.
Congressman: Classified Details of Iran's Treatment of U.S. Sailors Will Shock Nation
The classified details behind Iran's treatment of several U.S. sailors who were captured by the Islamic Republic during a tense standoff earlier this year are likely to shock the nation, according to one member of the House Armed Services Committee, who disclosed to the Washington Free Beacon that these details are currently being withheld by the Obama administration.
U.S. Politics
With Trump atop GOP, conservatives could lose influence on Capitol Hill
Donald Trump hasn't only beaten the Republican establishment, he's also thrashed Washington's conservative establishment.
Hillary Clinton keeps losing. So how come she's winning?
Bernie Sanders is on a roll. He's won the last two Democratic primaries and stands a good chance Tuesday of adding Oregon and perhaps Kentucky to his pile of victories.
Christian News
Iranian church pastor released from detention; three church members still held
An Iranian pastor arrested last week has been released along with his wife, but three members of their church remain in custody, according to Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW).
Franklin Graham Criticizes Obama for Transgender Bathroom Directive: 'Who Does He Think He is?'
Franklin Graham criticized President Obama's decision to direct public schools to allow transgender students to choose the bathroom that corresponds to their gender identity.
Missing South Korea Christian minister possibly kidnapped to North
A Christian minister of South Korean nationality is missing, and could have possibly been abducted to the North in March.
Going To Church Could Help You Live Longer, Study Says
Many Americans say they attend church because it helps them stay grounded and gives them spiritual guidance. A new study suggests that regular attendance may also help increase their lifespan.
40,000 Christians Persecuted By Muslims In Germany
A new study shows that potentially thousands of Christians have been attacked and harassed in German migrant homes by Muslim guards and fellow migrants.
Around the World
IS said to have lost half the area it once claimed in Iraq
The Islamic State group has continued losing control over territory across Iraq and Syria, a Pentagon spokesman said Monday, including almost half of what it had once held in Iraq.
U.S. forces on the ground in Libya: Report
U.S. forces are reportedly on the ground in Libya, conducting patrols and advising local militias fighting to oust Islamic State fighters from the country.
Iran: U.S. Encouraging Islamic Republic to Keep Illicit Missile Tests Secret
A senior Iranian military commander claimed that U.S. officials are quietly encouraging the Islamic Republic to keep its illicit ballistic missile tests a secret so as not to raise concerns in the region, according to Persian language comments.
Iran cracks down on women modeling without headscarves online
Iranian police recently arrested eight people in a new crackdown targeting 'un-Islamic acts' online such as female models posting images of themselves without the hijab, state media reported on May 16.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Rafael unveils 1,500-meter-range infantry missile
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems plans to unveil its Spike, short-range (SR) shoulder- fired (man portable) weapon Wednesday at the Israel Institute of Technology in Haifa, Rafael said.
Herzog reportedly ready to join Netanyahu's coalition, demands major portfolios
In coalition negotiations with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, opposition leader Isaac Herzog conditioned his party joining the government on landing either one of the justice, culture or communications portfolios, local media reported early Tuesday.
Methodist church meeting votes down BDS resolutions
The United Methodist Church has rejected several resolutions calling for the 12-million-member Protestant church to divest from companies engaging in business with Israel over its treatment of Palestinians.
Shin Bet: Hamas bringing weapons, rocket-making material into Gaza
The Israeli Navy arrested off the coast of Gaza last month a Hamas-affiliated smuggler who is accused of bringing weapons and illegal building materials into the Strip, the Shin Bet revealed Monday.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court ruling should clear the way to free birth control for women with religious employers
An evenly divided Supreme Court skirted the major legal questions arising from a dispute over President Obama's healthcare program and instead announced a compromise Monday designed to clear the way for women working for religious organizations to receive the free birth control promised under the Affordable Care Act.
Phoenix Artists Sue City Over LGBT Non-Discrimination Law
Two artists at a Phoenix calligraphy studio are suing the city over its non-discrimination law, saying they fear they could face jail or other penalties if they refuse to create art for same-sex weddings.
Obama: Transgender bathroom guidance meant to affirm kids' dignity
Responding to criticism of his administration's new guidance on transgender students' use of school bathrooms, President Barack Obama said Monday he wanted to ensure children were being treated with dignity.
Texas Governor Refuses Obama's Request to Lift State Sanctions on Iran; Says Nuclear Deal Undermines US Security
The governor of Texas sent a harsh letter to US President Barack Obama on Monday, announcing that his state would not only maintain its sanctions on Iran, but strengthen them, The Algemeiner has learned.
Congressman: Classified Details of Iran's Treatment of U.S. Sailors Will Shock Nation
The classified details behind Iran's treatment of several U.S. sailors who were captured by the Islamic Republic during a tense standoff earlier this year are likely to shock the nation, according to one member of the House Armed Services Committee, who disclosed to the Washington Free Beacon that these details are currently being withheld by the Obama administration.
U.S. Politics
With Trump atop GOP, conservatives could lose influence on Capitol Hill
Donald Trump hasn't only beaten the Republican establishment, he's also thrashed Washington's conservative establishment.
Hillary Clinton keeps losing. So how come she's winning?
Bernie Sanders is on a roll. He's won the last two Democratic primaries and stands a good chance Tuesday of adding Oregon and perhaps Kentucky to his pile of victories.
Christian News
Iranian church pastor released from detention; three church members still held
An Iranian pastor arrested last week has been released along with his wife, but three members of their church remain in custody, according to Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW).
Franklin Graham Criticizes Obama for Transgender Bathroom Directive: 'Who Does He Think He is?'
Franklin Graham criticized President Obama's decision to direct public schools to allow transgender students to choose the bathroom that corresponds to their gender identity.
Missing South Korea Christian minister possibly kidnapped to North
A Christian minister of South Korean nationality is missing, and could have possibly been abducted to the North in March.
Going To Church Could Help You Live Longer, Study Says
Many Americans say they attend church because it helps them stay grounded and gives them spiritual guidance. A new study suggests that regular attendance may also help increase their lifespan.
40,000 Christians Persecuted By Muslims In Germany
A new study shows that potentially thousands of Christians have been attacked and harassed in German migrant homes by Muslim guards and fellow migrants.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Kerry asks Saudis for support on Syrian cease-fire
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry asked Saudi Arabia's leaders Sunday for support in building 'cessation of hostilities' between Syria's government forces and rebels ahead of talks with other countries this week.
Al Qaeda magazine calls for targeting American business leaders
The latest issue of Al Qaeda's online magazine Inspire released Saturday calls on would-be jihadis to undermine the American economy by targeting business leaders and entrepreneurs, according to analysts who monitor web chatter from the jihadist organization.
Iran hosts Holocaust cartoon contest
The Obama administration is moving to improve relations with Iran, but the nation may not have helped those efforts by hosting a Holocaust cartoon contest.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Palestinians mark Nakba Day with sirens, marches
Palestinians on Sunday marked the anniversary of their 'Nakba' ('Catastrophe') -- namely the dispossession that accompanied the creation of the State of Israel almost seven decades ago -- with sirens and low-key marches.
Israeli Leader: Iran Mocks WWII Holocaust Prepares Another
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lashed out at Iran Sunday for staging a Holocaust-themed cartoon contest that mocked the Nazi genocide of six million Jews during World War II and said the Islamic Republic was busy planning for another one.
Inside the United States
Republicans to Unveil Alternative Legislation to Repeal and Replace Dodd-Frank Act
Republicans on the House Financial Services Committee, led by Chairman Jeb Hensarling (R., Texas), are set to unveil new legislation in the coming weeks that would effectively repeal and replace the Dodd-Frank Act.
House sets hearings on impeaching IRS chief
IRS Commissioner John Koskinen faces misconduct hearings before the House Judiciary Committee, due to what lawmakers say is stonewalling of the congressional probe into the agency's targeting of Tea Party groups.
Man who choked 8-year-old girl in women's restroom stokes alarm over transgender access
The attack by a man on an 8-year-old girl in a women's restroom last week in a Chicago restaurant is raising alarm about opposite-sex access to public facilities in the name of transgender rights.
Obamacare Regulation Pressures Insurers to Cover Sex Change Operations
The Department of Health and Human Services issued a final regulation Friday that will pressure health insurers to cover sex change operations, which could then be subsidized by taxpayers through Medicare, Medicaid, and Obamacare.
Hidden Microphones Exposed As Part of Government Surveillance Program In The Bay Area
Hidden microphones that are part of a clandestine government surveillance program that has been operating around the Bay Area has been exposed.
U.S. Politics
Nevada Dem convention devolves into chaos
Tensions were high at the Democratic convention in Nevada Saturday, with supporters of Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders demanding delegate recounts, booing Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) and causing other disruptions, according to local media reports.
Financial analyst alleges major holes in Clinton Foundation records
After more than a year of research, a Wall Street analyst is arguing the Clinton Foundation's books are riddled with financial inconsistencies that rise to the level of 'fraud.'
Trump fights back on questions over women, taxes
Donald Trump, the presumptive Republican nominee in the race for the White House, fought Sunday to stem several controversies including his relationship with women and his refusal to release his tax returns.
Sheldon Adelson Is Poised to Give Donald Trump a Donation Boost
The casino magnate Sheldon G. Adelson told Donald J. Trump in a private meeting last week that he was willing to contribute more to help elect him than he has to any previous campaign, a sum that could exceed $100 million, according to two Republicans with direct knowledge of Mr. Adelson's commitment.
Inside the GOP effort to draft an independent candidate to derail Trump
A band of exasperated Republicans -- including 2012 presidential nominee Mitt Romney, a handful of veteran consultants and members of the conservative intelligentsia -- is actively plotting to draft an independent presidential candidate who could keep Donald Trump from the White House.
Around the World
Kerry asks Saudis for support on Syrian cease-fire
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry asked Saudi Arabia's leaders Sunday for support in building 'cessation of hostilities' between Syria's government forces and rebels ahead of talks with other countries this week.
Al Qaeda magazine calls for targeting American business leaders
The latest issue of Al Qaeda's online magazine Inspire released Saturday calls on would-be jihadis to undermine the American economy by targeting business leaders and entrepreneurs, according to analysts who monitor web chatter from the jihadist organization.
Iran hosts Holocaust cartoon contest
The Obama administration is moving to improve relations with Iran, but the nation may not have helped those efforts by hosting a Holocaust cartoon contest.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Palestinians mark Nakba Day with sirens, marches
Palestinians on Sunday marked the anniversary of their 'Nakba' ('Catastrophe') -- namely the dispossession that accompanied the creation of the State of Israel almost seven decades ago -- with sirens and low-key marches.
Israeli Leader: Iran Mocks WWII Holocaust Prepares Another
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lashed out at Iran Sunday for staging a Holocaust-themed cartoon contest that mocked the Nazi genocide of six million Jews during World War II and said the Islamic Republic was busy planning for another one.
Inside the United States
Republicans to Unveil Alternative Legislation to Repeal and Replace Dodd-Frank Act
Republicans on the House Financial Services Committee, led by Chairman Jeb Hensarling (R., Texas), are set to unveil new legislation in the coming weeks that would effectively repeal and replace the Dodd-Frank Act.
House sets hearings on impeaching IRS chief
IRS Commissioner John Koskinen faces misconduct hearings before the House Judiciary Committee, due to what lawmakers say is stonewalling of the congressional probe into the agency's targeting of Tea Party groups.
Man who choked 8-year-old girl in women's restroom stokes alarm over transgender access
The attack by a man on an 8-year-old girl in a women's restroom last week in a Chicago restaurant is raising alarm about opposite-sex access to public facilities in the name of transgender rights.
Obamacare Regulation Pressures Insurers to Cover Sex Change Operations
The Department of Health and Human Services issued a final regulation Friday that will pressure health insurers to cover sex change operations, which could then be subsidized by taxpayers through Medicare, Medicaid, and Obamacare.
Hidden Microphones Exposed As Part of Government Surveillance Program In The Bay Area
Hidden microphones that are part of a clandestine government surveillance program that has been operating around the Bay Area has been exposed.
U.S. Politics
Nevada Dem convention devolves into chaos
Tensions were high at the Democratic convention in Nevada Saturday, with supporters of Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders demanding delegate recounts, booing Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) and causing other disruptions, according to local media reports.
Financial analyst alleges major holes in Clinton Foundation records
After more than a year of research, a Wall Street analyst is arguing the Clinton Foundation's books are riddled with financial inconsistencies that rise to the level of 'fraud.'
Trump fights back on questions over women, taxes
Donald Trump, the presumptive Republican nominee in the race for the White House, fought Sunday to stem several controversies including his relationship with women and his refusal to release his tax returns.
Sheldon Adelson Is Poised to Give Donald Trump a Donation Boost
The casino magnate Sheldon G. Adelson told Donald J. Trump in a private meeting last week that he was willing to contribute more to help elect him than he has to any previous campaign, a sum that could exceed $100 million, according to two Republicans with direct knowledge of Mr. Adelson's commitment.
Inside the GOP effort to draft an independent candidate to derail Trump
A band of exasperated Republicans -- including 2012 presidential nominee Mitt Romney, a handful of veteran consultants and members of the conservative intelligentsia -- is actively plotting to draft an independent presidential candidate who could keep Donald Trump from the White House.