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Today's Breaking News
Around the World
United Arab Emirates, Egypt join Saudi Arabia, Bahrain in cutting diplomatic ties to Qatar
Four Arab nations cut diplomatic ties to Qatar early Monday morning, further deepening a rift among Gulf Arab nations over that country's support for Islamist groups.
ISIS claims 'detachment of Islamic State fighters' responsible for London attack
The Islamic State claimed responsibility Sunday for the deadly terror attack in London, according to multiple reports.
North Korea says rejects new sanctions, to continue nuclear program
North Korea 'fully rejects' the latest U.N sanctions against its citizens and entities as a 'hostile act' and will continue its nuclear weapons development without a delay, its foreign ministry spokesman said on Sunday.
London police respond to twin terror attacks; at least 6 dead, 20 wounded
Suspected terrorists driving a van mowed down pedestrians on London Bridge late Saturday, and stabbed other victims in a nearby London market neighborhood, British police said.
Trump Pulling Out of Paris Accord: Amounts to Redistribution of Wealth to Foreign Countries
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he was pulling out of the Paris Climate Accord because the current deal hamstrings the United States economy and amounts to a redistribution of wealth to other nations that aren't subjected to such stringent terms.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Top Palestinian official: Western Wall should stay under Israeli sovereignty
Senior Palestinian Authority official Jibril Rajoub said on Saturday evening that Palestinians recognize that in any peace agreement the Western Wall should stay under Israeli sovereignty but the Temple Mount should not.
Israel indicts 5 Palestinians for planning Temple Mount attacks
Israeli security forces arrested over the past month several Palestinian members of an outlawed Islamist group on suspicion of involvement in attempts to carry out attacks against troops and visitors at the Temple Mount, the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) announced Sunday.
Inside the United States
Trump Argues for Travel Ban After Attacks Hit London
President Donald Trump argued in favor of his controversial travel ban as London authorities responded to reports of a string of attacks Saturday night.
California Senate Passes Bill Allowing Third Gender Option on IDs
California lawmakers voted to pass a bill Wednesday that will add a third gender option - non-binary - on state identification cards.
Obamacare Insurer Participation Declines 24 Percent in 2017
The number of health insurers participating in the Affordable Care Act exchanges has declined by 24 percent from 2016 to 2017, according to data from the Kaiser Family Foundation.
Retail Wreck? Over 1,000 Stores Close in a Single Week
It's been a tough week for the retail industry, with more than 1,000 stores closing their doors for good. Luxury retailer Michael Kors announced it would be closing over 100 locations, and electronics giant Radio Shack closed 1,000 locations across America.
Judicial Watch Releases Another 115 Clinton Email Exchanges Involving Confidential Information
As Hillary Clinton counts the many reasons for her election loss, Judicial Watch continues to seek documents related to her tenure as secretary of state, releasing another 2,078 pages on Thursday.
White House to ramp up infrastructure effort in coming days
The White House will kick its major infrastructure initiative into high gear next week with a string of high-profile events aimed at ramping up support for one of President Trump's chief campaign promises.
Christian News
8 Filipino Christians Killed for Refusing to Recite Islamic Creed
Eight Christians who were killed when an Islamic State-linked group stormed a Filipino city late last month were shot to death because of their refusal to recite the Islamic declaration of faith, government officials have reportedly said.
Around the World
United Arab Emirates, Egypt join Saudi Arabia, Bahrain in cutting diplomatic ties to Qatar
Four Arab nations cut diplomatic ties to Qatar early Monday morning, further deepening a rift among Gulf Arab nations over that country's support for Islamist groups.
ISIS claims 'detachment of Islamic State fighters' responsible for London attack
The Islamic State claimed responsibility Sunday for the deadly terror attack in London, according to multiple reports.
North Korea says rejects new sanctions, to continue nuclear program
North Korea 'fully rejects' the latest U.N sanctions against its citizens and entities as a 'hostile act' and will continue its nuclear weapons development without a delay, its foreign ministry spokesman said on Sunday.
London police respond to twin terror attacks; at least 6 dead, 20 wounded
Suspected terrorists driving a van mowed down pedestrians on London Bridge late Saturday, and stabbed other victims in a nearby London market neighborhood, British police said.
Trump Pulling Out of Paris Accord: Amounts to Redistribution of Wealth to Foreign Countries
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he was pulling out of the Paris Climate Accord because the current deal hamstrings the United States economy and amounts to a redistribution of wealth to other nations that aren't subjected to such stringent terms.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Top Palestinian official: Western Wall should stay under Israeli sovereignty
Senior Palestinian Authority official Jibril Rajoub said on Saturday evening that Palestinians recognize that in any peace agreement the Western Wall should stay under Israeli sovereignty but the Temple Mount should not.
Israel indicts 5 Palestinians for planning Temple Mount attacks
Israeli security forces arrested over the past month several Palestinian members of an outlawed Islamist group on suspicion of involvement in attempts to carry out attacks against troops and visitors at the Temple Mount, the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) announced Sunday.
Inside the United States
Trump Argues for Travel Ban After Attacks Hit London
President Donald Trump argued in favor of his controversial travel ban as London authorities responded to reports of a string of attacks Saturday night.
California Senate Passes Bill Allowing Third Gender Option on IDs
California lawmakers voted to pass a bill Wednesday that will add a third gender option - non-binary - on state identification cards.
Obamacare Insurer Participation Declines 24 Percent in 2017
The number of health insurers participating in the Affordable Care Act exchanges has declined by 24 percent from 2016 to 2017, according to data from the Kaiser Family Foundation.
Retail Wreck? Over 1,000 Stores Close in a Single Week
It's been a tough week for the retail industry, with more than 1,000 stores closing their doors for good. Luxury retailer Michael Kors announced it would be closing over 100 locations, and electronics giant Radio Shack closed 1,000 locations across America.
Judicial Watch Releases Another 115 Clinton Email Exchanges Involving Confidential Information
As Hillary Clinton counts the many reasons for her election loss, Judicial Watch continues to seek documents related to her tenure as secretary of state, releasing another 2,078 pages on Thursday.
White House to ramp up infrastructure effort in coming days
The White House will kick its major infrastructure initiative into high gear next week with a string of high-profile events aimed at ramping up support for one of President Trump's chief campaign promises.
Christian News
8 Filipino Christians Killed for Refusing to Recite Islamic Creed
Eight Christians who were killed when an Islamic State-linked group stormed a Filipino city late last month were shot to death because of their refusal to recite the Islamic declaration of faith, government officials have reportedly said.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Trump: I Was Elected to Represent the Citizens of Pittsburgh, Not Paris
President Trump said he was elected to represent the citizens of "Pittsburgh, not Paris," during remarks Thursday explaining his decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement.
Hungary must pass law on 'mafia-like' Soros-funded NGOs, PM Orban says
Hungary will push ahead with legislation to put foreign-funded non-governmental organizations under more scrutiny, as those financed by billionaire George Soros operate as a 'mafia-like' network, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday.
China bans Ramadan observance in Muslim region
Authorities in China's predominantly Muslim province have enacted a series of measures to prevent observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, with one official saying that those caught fasting 'will be dealt with.'
European leaders: climate change deal can't be renegotiated
Top European leaders pledged Thursday to keep fighting against global warming as President Donald Trump announced he was pulling out of the Paris climate accord, but they rejected his suggestion that the deal could later be renegotiated.
U.S. economy, world already locked into lower-emission model
Green groups blasted President Trump for withdrawing from the Paris climate agreement Thursday, but predicted the U.S. economy and much of the rest of the world are already locked into a lower-emission model, even without the U.S. government's involvement.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Won't Move US Embassy to Jerusalem, but He Did Make This Promise
President Donald Trump decided today he will not be moving the U.S. embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Trump punts on moving U.S. embassy to Jerusalem -- for now
President Trump put on hold Thursday a prominent campaign pledge to move the U.S. embassy in Israel to Jerusalem, signing a waiver that keeps it in Tel Aviv while insisting it is only a temporary delay.
Inside the United States
15 Over-The-Top Reactions To Trump's Withdrawal From Paris Climate Deal
People are losing their minds over news that President Trump plans to pull the United States from the Paris Climate Treaty.
Fearing Trump's next move, liberals urge Supreme Court conservative Kennedy to stay
Liberal activists are urging U.S. Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, a conservative with whom they often disagree, to put off any thought of retirement, fearing President Donald Trump would replace him with a jurist further to the right.
Why Democrats Interfered In Russia Probe: House Dems Blocked Witness Interviews By Intelligence Committee
Democrats in the House Intelligence Committee blocked interviews of key witnesses in the committee's ongoing investigation into Russia's role in the 2016 presidential election, Politico reported Thursday, citing sources. The objection was made because some witnesses did not comply with the committee's requests for documents.
Trump's Paris exit strategy full of nonstarters
President Trump's decision to exit the Paris climate change agreement will take over three years to implement under the terms of the United Nations, taking the process of withdrawal well into the next presidential election cycle.
Leaked Document Shows Trump Planning to Roll Back Obama-Era Contraception Mandate
The Trump Administration is looking to roll back the regulations of former President Barack Obama's controversial Health and Human Services contraception mandate, according to a leaked government document obtained by Vox.
California, New York, Washington unite to back climate pact
Three Democratic governors said Thursday they won't let the United States back away from a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, despite President Donald Trump decision to withdraw from an international pact.
Christian News
Christians Shot to Death in Attack on Marawi, Philippines
Among 19 civilians an Islamic extremist group in the Philippines killed after storming a city on May 23 were eight Christians shot for refusing to recite the Muslim creed, government investigators told local press.
Around the World
Trump: I Was Elected to Represent the Citizens of Pittsburgh, Not Paris
President Trump said he was elected to represent the citizens of "Pittsburgh, not Paris," during remarks Thursday explaining his decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement.
Hungary must pass law on 'mafia-like' Soros-funded NGOs, PM Orban says
Hungary will push ahead with legislation to put foreign-funded non-governmental organizations under more scrutiny, as those financed by billionaire George Soros operate as a 'mafia-like' network, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday.
China bans Ramadan observance in Muslim region
Authorities in China's predominantly Muslim province have enacted a series of measures to prevent observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, with one official saying that those caught fasting 'will be dealt with.'
European leaders: climate change deal can't be renegotiated
Top European leaders pledged Thursday to keep fighting against global warming as President Donald Trump announced he was pulling out of the Paris climate accord, but they rejected his suggestion that the deal could later be renegotiated.
U.S. economy, world already locked into lower-emission model
Green groups blasted President Trump for withdrawing from the Paris climate agreement Thursday, but predicted the U.S. economy and much of the rest of the world are already locked into a lower-emission model, even without the U.S. government's involvement.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Won't Move US Embassy to Jerusalem, but He Did Make This Promise
President Donald Trump decided today he will not be moving the U.S. embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Trump punts on moving U.S. embassy to Jerusalem -- for now
President Trump put on hold Thursday a prominent campaign pledge to move the U.S. embassy in Israel to Jerusalem, signing a waiver that keeps it in Tel Aviv while insisting it is only a temporary delay.
Inside the United States
15 Over-The-Top Reactions To Trump's Withdrawal From Paris Climate Deal
People are losing their minds over news that President Trump plans to pull the United States from the Paris Climate Treaty.
Fearing Trump's next move, liberals urge Supreme Court conservative Kennedy to stay
Liberal activists are urging U.S. Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, a conservative with whom they often disagree, to put off any thought of retirement, fearing President Donald Trump would replace him with a jurist further to the right.
Why Democrats Interfered In Russia Probe: House Dems Blocked Witness Interviews By Intelligence Committee
Democrats in the House Intelligence Committee blocked interviews of key witnesses in the committee's ongoing investigation into Russia's role in the 2016 presidential election, Politico reported Thursday, citing sources. The objection was made because some witnesses did not comply with the committee's requests for documents.
Trump's Paris exit strategy full of nonstarters
President Trump's decision to exit the Paris climate change agreement will take over three years to implement under the terms of the United Nations, taking the process of withdrawal well into the next presidential election cycle.
Leaked Document Shows Trump Planning to Roll Back Obama-Era Contraception Mandate
The Trump Administration is looking to roll back the regulations of former President Barack Obama's controversial Health and Human Services contraception mandate, according to a leaked government document obtained by Vox.
California, New York, Washington unite to back climate pact
Three Democratic governors said Thursday they won't let the United States back away from a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, despite President Donald Trump decision to withdraw from an international pact.
Christian News
Christians Shot to Death in Attack on Marawi, Philippines
Among 19 civilians an Islamic extremist group in the Philippines killed after storming a city on May 23 were eight Christians shot for refusing to recite the Muslim creed, government investigators told local press.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Europe must stand up to Trump over climate deal -- EU leader
The European Commission president on Wednesday said that it was the 'duty of Europe' to stand up to the US if US President Donald Trump decides to pull his country out of the Paris climate change accord.
Trump to announce decision on global climate deal Thursday
US President Donald Trump said he would announce on Thursday his decision whether to keep the United States in a global pact to fight climate change, as a source close to the matter said he was preparing to pull out of the Paris accord.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Abbas acknowledges Trump yelled at him over incitement
Following stringent Palestinian denials that US President Donald Trump shouted at Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas about Palestinian incitement against Israel during their meeting last week, Abbas conceded — in Arabic — that the story was true, according to a report by the London-based Qatari news site al-Araby al-Jadid.
UN report: Israel is 'key cause' of Palestinian suffering
Israel's occupation in the West Bank and the blockade of Gaza are the primary cause for Palestinian 'humanitarian needs,' according to a UN report released Wednesday.
Inside the United States
House Intelligence Panel Issues Subpoenas in Russia Probe
The House Intelligence Committee issued seven subpoenas on Wednesday, in a sign that its investigation into alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 election is ramping up in scope and intensity, according to people familiar with the matter.
ABC, CBS Ignore House Subpoenas to Obama Officials, NBC Touts Clinton
On Wednesday, the Big Three Networks (ABC, CBS, and NBC) were all over the latest developments in the Russia investigation saga. They mainly focused on how former FBI Director James Comey received permission from Special Counsel Robert Mueller to speak to Congress. Among the developments that didn't make the cut for ABC and CBS were a series of subpoenas issued by the House to former high-ranking members of the Obama administration for improper unmasking. Instead, they mentioned those issued to Trump associates.
Republican governors elected in 2010 delivering to their states what Congress hasn't
Susana Martinez and Brian Sandoval were swept into office as part of the 2010 GOP wave -- two Hispanic governors in Western states who each had the potential for political stardom.
Devin Nunes: No credible evidence of Russia-Trump collusion
House Select Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes said Wednesday he still believes there isn't sufficient evidence to link Russia to Donald Trump's election win.
Democrats kick off anti-Trump 'Resistance Summer'
Democrats are hoping to capitalize on the anti-Trump excitement in their base by staging a coordinated 'Summer of Resistance' across the country that's aimed at countering the agenda of President Trump and the GOP-led Congress.
Planned Parenthood Annual Report: More Abortions, Fewer Health Services, More Gov't Funding
Planned Parenthood has finally released its much anticipated annual report which shows that not only has the nation's largest abortion provider increased its abortion output and profit in the last year but also performed fewer cancer screenings, STD testing and other health services while accepting more federal funding than ever before.
Bunker Hill Battle: College Bars Distributing Constitution
A symbol of patriotic resilience in the Revolutionary War, Bunker Hill is now the scene of a battle over the free speech rights that many early Americans died to establish and protect.
Religious freedom or bigotry? Supreme Court mulls high-stakes gay wedding cake case
Two of the most precious rights Americans possess are the right to express themselves freely and the right to practice their religion as they see fit. Both are enshrined in the First Amendment.
Planned Parenthood Closes Three Clinics in Northern California
Planned Parenthood is closing three clinics in northern California as public money in the state continues to tighten.
Devin Nunes: House Russia, Trump probe has not interviewed a single witness
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes said Wednesday Democrats have prevented a panel investigating Russia's interference in the 2016 election from conducting a single witness interview.
Christian News
Church of England to Vote on Offering 'Baptism' for Transgender People to Mark New Identity
The Church of England has reportedly decided to hold a vote on whether to begin offering baptisms for transgender individuals who have undergone a sex change and have a new identity.
Around the World
Europe must stand up to Trump over climate deal -- EU leader
The European Commission president on Wednesday said that it was the 'duty of Europe' to stand up to the US if US President Donald Trump decides to pull his country out of the Paris climate change accord.
Trump to announce decision on global climate deal Thursday
US President Donald Trump said he would announce on Thursday his decision whether to keep the United States in a global pact to fight climate change, as a source close to the matter said he was preparing to pull out of the Paris accord.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Abbas acknowledges Trump yelled at him over incitement
Following stringent Palestinian denials that US President Donald Trump shouted at Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas about Palestinian incitement against Israel during their meeting last week, Abbas conceded — in Arabic — that the story was true, according to a report by the London-based Qatari news site al-Araby al-Jadid.
UN report: Israel is 'key cause' of Palestinian suffering
Israel's occupation in the West Bank and the blockade of Gaza are the primary cause for Palestinian 'humanitarian needs,' according to a UN report released Wednesday.
Inside the United States
House Intelligence Panel Issues Subpoenas in Russia Probe
The House Intelligence Committee issued seven subpoenas on Wednesday, in a sign that its investigation into alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 election is ramping up in scope and intensity, according to people familiar with the matter.
ABC, CBS Ignore House Subpoenas to Obama Officials, NBC Touts Clinton
On Wednesday, the Big Three Networks (ABC, CBS, and NBC) were all over the latest developments in the Russia investigation saga. They mainly focused on how former FBI Director James Comey received permission from Special Counsel Robert Mueller to speak to Congress. Among the developments that didn't make the cut for ABC and CBS were a series of subpoenas issued by the House to former high-ranking members of the Obama administration for improper unmasking. Instead, they mentioned those issued to Trump associates.
Republican governors elected in 2010 delivering to their states what Congress hasn't
Susana Martinez and Brian Sandoval were swept into office as part of the 2010 GOP wave -- two Hispanic governors in Western states who each had the potential for political stardom.
Devin Nunes: No credible evidence of Russia-Trump collusion
House Select Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes said Wednesday he still believes there isn't sufficient evidence to link Russia to Donald Trump's election win.
Democrats kick off anti-Trump 'Resistance Summer'
Democrats are hoping to capitalize on the anti-Trump excitement in their base by staging a coordinated 'Summer of Resistance' across the country that's aimed at countering the agenda of President Trump and the GOP-led Congress.
Planned Parenthood Annual Report: More Abortions, Fewer Health Services, More Gov't Funding
Planned Parenthood has finally released its much anticipated annual report which shows that not only has the nation's largest abortion provider increased its abortion output and profit in the last year but also performed fewer cancer screenings, STD testing and other health services while accepting more federal funding than ever before.
Bunker Hill Battle: College Bars Distributing Constitution
A symbol of patriotic resilience in the Revolutionary War, Bunker Hill is now the scene of a battle over the free speech rights that many early Americans died to establish and protect.
Religious freedom or bigotry? Supreme Court mulls high-stakes gay wedding cake case
Two of the most precious rights Americans possess are the right to express themselves freely and the right to practice their religion as they see fit. Both are enshrined in the First Amendment.
Planned Parenthood Closes Three Clinics in Northern California
Planned Parenthood is closing three clinics in northern California as public money in the state continues to tighten.
Devin Nunes: House Russia, Trump probe has not interviewed a single witness
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes said Wednesday Democrats have prevented a panel investigating Russia's interference in the 2016 election from conducting a single witness interview.
Christian News
Church of England to Vote on Offering 'Baptism' for Transgender People to Mark New Identity
The Church of England has reportedly decided to hold a vote on whether to begin offering baptisms for transgender individuals who have undergone a sex change and have a new identity.