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Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Attempted North Korean missile launch fails, U.S. confirms
North Korea attempted and failed to launch a missile, the U.S. Pacific Command confirmed on Saturday.
Trump: China, US working on 'North Korea problem'
President Donald Trump asserted on Sunday that China was working with the United States on 'the North Korea problem,' and his vice president told American and South Korea service members that the North's latest 'provocation,' a failed missile launch shortly before his arrival in Seoul, laid bare the risks they face.
Turks Vote in Historic Referendum on Expanding Erdogan;s Power
Turks cast their votes in a referendum on Sunday that would give sweeping new powers to President Tayyip Erdogan and herald the most radical change to the country's political system in its modern history.
Russia appears to deploy forces in Egypt, eyes on Libya role - sources
Russia appears to have deployed special forces to an airbase in western Egypt near the border with Libya in recent days, U.S., Egyptian and diplomatic sources say, a move that would add to U.S. concerns about Moscow's deepening role in Libya.
Death Toll in Syrian Blast Targeting Evacuation Bus Hits 112
The death toll from a bomb blast on a crowded Syrian bus convoy outside Aleppo reached at least 112 people, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitoring group said on Sunday.
US may launch pre-emptive strike on North Korea ahead of nuclear test, officials warn
The United States may launch a pre-emptive strike on North Korea if it goes ahead with a nuclear or missile test, a number of US intelligence officials told NBC news on Thursday.
Turkish voters will determine the strength of Erdogan's grip on power
In a referendum watched closely across Europe and across the Atlantic, Turkish voters will decide on Sunday whether to remake the political fabric of their nation and grant far-reaching powers to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Palestinian Campaign Demands UK Apologize for Balfour Declaration
More than 11,000 people have signed an online petition calling on the British government to formally apologize for the Balfour Declaration, a letter written by British Foreign Secretary Lord Balfour in 1917 expressing Britain's support for the establishment of a Jewish state in historic Palestine.
Azerbaijan Wants Pan-Arab Summit with Israel, Envoy Says
A US-led summit gathering Israel's prime minister and the Palestinian Authority president on one stage with Levant and Gulf leaders would greatly benefit the region, and likely advance a stalled peace process, Azerbaijan's envoy said in an interview with The Jerusalem Post.
Abbas to Meet with Trump in May, Palestinian Official says
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas will meet US President Donald Trump on May 3rd in Washington, D.C., top Palestinian official Ahmad Majdalani said on Sunday.
Inside the United States
21 arrested as hundreds of Trump supporters and counter-protesters clash at Berkeley rally
Hundreds of pro-Trump demonstrators and counter-protesters clashed Saturday at a “Patriots Day” rally in Berkeley, the third time the groups engaged in violent confrontations on city streets in recent months.
Sen. John McCain: 'I hope' President Trump has been sucked in by Washington establishment
Three months after his inauguration, President Trump has shifted positions on Syria, China and other key issues -- and Sen. John McCain said Sunday he hopes it's because the 'Washington establishment' has gotten into the president's ear.
Trump's message to Democrats: Negotiate Obamacare, or payments to insurers will be cut
President Trump is threatening to cut off critical Obamacare payments to insurers unless Democrats come to the table to negotiate a new health care bill, taking a tough negotiating stance that could force Democratic leaders into a government shutdown by month's end.
Christian News
India Religious Intolerance on Palm Sunday
Christians in six States in India witnessed harassment and attacks as they gathered to celebrate Palm Sunday on 9 April.
Why Kidnapping Christians Has Become Popular in this Muslim Country
Pastor Raymond Koh was driving his car near Malaysia's capital city when a convoy of black SUV's and motorcycles swooped in to surround his car.
Thousands Gather on Lincoln Memorial to 'Celebrate the Name of Jesus'
Thousands of believers gathered on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Sunday.
Around the World
Attempted North Korean missile launch fails, U.S. confirms
North Korea attempted and failed to launch a missile, the U.S. Pacific Command confirmed on Saturday.
Trump: China, US working on 'North Korea problem'
President Donald Trump asserted on Sunday that China was working with the United States on 'the North Korea problem,' and his vice president told American and South Korea service members that the North's latest 'provocation,' a failed missile launch shortly before his arrival in Seoul, laid bare the risks they face.
Turks Vote in Historic Referendum on Expanding Erdogan;s Power
Turks cast their votes in a referendum on Sunday that would give sweeping new powers to President Tayyip Erdogan and herald the most radical change to the country's political system in its modern history.
Russia appears to deploy forces in Egypt, eyes on Libya role - sources
Russia appears to have deployed special forces to an airbase in western Egypt near the border with Libya in recent days, U.S., Egyptian and diplomatic sources say, a move that would add to U.S. concerns about Moscow's deepening role in Libya.
Death Toll in Syrian Blast Targeting Evacuation Bus Hits 112
The death toll from a bomb blast on a crowded Syrian bus convoy outside Aleppo reached at least 112 people, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitoring group said on Sunday.
US may launch pre-emptive strike on North Korea ahead of nuclear test, officials warn
The United States may launch a pre-emptive strike on North Korea if it goes ahead with a nuclear or missile test, a number of US intelligence officials told NBC news on Thursday.
Turkish voters will determine the strength of Erdogan's grip on power
In a referendum watched closely across Europe and across the Atlantic, Turkish voters will decide on Sunday whether to remake the political fabric of their nation and grant far-reaching powers to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Palestinian Campaign Demands UK Apologize for Balfour Declaration
More than 11,000 people have signed an online petition calling on the British government to formally apologize for the Balfour Declaration, a letter written by British Foreign Secretary Lord Balfour in 1917 expressing Britain's support for the establishment of a Jewish state in historic Palestine.
Azerbaijan Wants Pan-Arab Summit with Israel, Envoy Says
A US-led summit gathering Israel's prime minister and the Palestinian Authority president on one stage with Levant and Gulf leaders would greatly benefit the region, and likely advance a stalled peace process, Azerbaijan's envoy said in an interview with The Jerusalem Post.
Abbas to Meet with Trump in May, Palestinian Official says
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas will meet US President Donald Trump on May 3rd in Washington, D.C., top Palestinian official Ahmad Majdalani said on Sunday.
Inside the United States
21 arrested as hundreds of Trump supporters and counter-protesters clash at Berkeley rally
Hundreds of pro-Trump demonstrators and counter-protesters clashed Saturday at a “Patriots Day” rally in Berkeley, the third time the groups engaged in violent confrontations on city streets in recent months.
Sen. John McCain: 'I hope' President Trump has been sucked in by Washington establishment
Three months after his inauguration, President Trump has shifted positions on Syria, China and other key issues -- and Sen. John McCain said Sunday he hopes it's because the 'Washington establishment' has gotten into the president's ear.
Trump's message to Democrats: Negotiate Obamacare, or payments to insurers will be cut
President Trump is threatening to cut off critical Obamacare payments to insurers unless Democrats come to the table to negotiate a new health care bill, taking a tough negotiating stance that could force Democratic leaders into a government shutdown by month's end.
Christian News
India Religious Intolerance on Palm Sunday
Christians in six States in India witnessed harassment and attacks as they gathered to celebrate Palm Sunday on 9 April.
Why Kidnapping Christians Has Become Popular in this Muslim Country
Pastor Raymond Koh was driving his car near Malaysia's capital city when a convoy of black SUV's and motorcycles swooped in to surround his car.
Thousands Gather on Lincoln Memorial to 'Celebrate the Name of Jesus'
Thousands of believers gathered on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Sunday.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
US may launch pre-emptive strike on North Korea ahead of nuclear test, officials warn
The United States may launch a pre-emptive strike on North Korea if it goes ahead with a nuclear or missile test, a number of US intelligence officials told NBC news on Thursday.
Turkish voters will determine the strength of Erdogan's grip on power
In a referendum watched closely across Europe and across the Atlantic, Turkish voters will decide on Sunday whether to remake the political fabric of their nation and grant far-reaching powers to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Canada advances effort to legalize recreational marijuana
Canadian lawmakers introduced federal legislation Thursday aimed at establishing a strict framework for the production, sale, distribution and possession of marijuana, following through on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's campaign promise and putting his country on course to become the first nation in North America to legalize the recreational use of weed.
Trump sends message in terror fight with big bomb drop
The Trump administration's faith in hard power was on dramatic display in a far corner of the world Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
China urges establishment of Palestinian state
Palestinians must be allowed to build an independent state, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday after meeting Palestinian Authority Foreign Minister Riyad al-Maliki, who pushed Beijing to do more in the Middle East peace process.
Five arrested at entrance to Temple Mount
Israeli police have arrested five Jewish men after a clash with police and Arab residents of the Old City.
Inside the United States
LGBT advocates seek to label opponents as U.S. hate groups
The Eliminate Hate Campaign seeks to draw attention to groups it sees as extreme and hateful against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, accusing them of hiding behind ostensibly Christian or family values.
Trump considers halting Obamacare payments
In an Oval Office interview, President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested he may halt payments to health insurance companies under the Affordable Care Act, a move that could destabilize the nation's health insurance markets.
Trump gives states power to cut off Planned Parenthood money
President Trump signed into law the first major national pro-life bill in more than a decade, freeing states to withhold federal family planning money from Planned Parenthood and other clinics that also perform abortions.
Christian News
Christian teacher in Germany banned from wearing cross necklace
School management has forced a teacher in Berlin, Germany, to remove a cross necklace from her attire when she's in the classroom.
Egypt says second church bomber identified
The authorities in Egypt said late Thursday they had identified the second of two jihadist bombers who targeted Coptic Christian Palm Sunday services last week.
Around the World
US may launch pre-emptive strike on North Korea ahead of nuclear test, officials warn
The United States may launch a pre-emptive strike on North Korea if it goes ahead with a nuclear or missile test, a number of US intelligence officials told NBC news on Thursday.
Turkish voters will determine the strength of Erdogan's grip on power
In a referendum watched closely across Europe and across the Atlantic, Turkish voters will decide on Sunday whether to remake the political fabric of their nation and grant far-reaching powers to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Canada advances effort to legalize recreational marijuana
Canadian lawmakers introduced federal legislation Thursday aimed at establishing a strict framework for the production, sale, distribution and possession of marijuana, following through on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's campaign promise and putting his country on course to become the first nation in North America to legalize the recreational use of weed.
Trump sends message in terror fight with big bomb drop
The Trump administration's faith in hard power was on dramatic display in a far corner of the world Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
China urges establishment of Palestinian state
Palestinians must be allowed to build an independent state, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday after meeting Palestinian Authority Foreign Minister Riyad al-Maliki, who pushed Beijing to do more in the Middle East peace process.
Five arrested at entrance to Temple Mount
Israeli police have arrested five Jewish men after a clash with police and Arab residents of the Old City.
Inside the United States
LGBT advocates seek to label opponents as U.S. hate groups
The Eliminate Hate Campaign seeks to draw attention to groups it sees as extreme and hateful against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, accusing them of hiding behind ostensibly Christian or family values.
Trump considers halting Obamacare payments
In an Oval Office interview, President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested he may halt payments to health insurance companies under the Affordable Care Act, a move that could destabilize the nation's health insurance markets.
Trump gives states power to cut off Planned Parenthood money
President Trump signed into law the first major national pro-life bill in more than a decade, freeing states to withhold federal family planning money from Planned Parenthood and other clinics that also perform abortions.
Christian News
Christian teacher in Germany banned from wearing cross necklace
School management has forced a teacher in Berlin, Germany, to remove a cross necklace from her attire when she's in the classroom.
Egypt says second church bomber identified
The authorities in Egypt said late Thursday they had identified the second of two jihadist bombers who targeted Coptic Christian Palm Sunday services last week.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
UN draft resolution on Syria attack: Vote fails with Russia veto, China abstains
A vote by the U.N. Security council on a draft resolution to condemn the chemical weapon attack in Syria failed Wednesday with a veto by Russia, but fellow member China abstained, a sign that talks with President Trump last week may have had an effect on the superpower.
North Korea said to ready nuclear test as tensions climb
North Korea is ready to launch a nuclear test at its Punggye-ri Nuclear Test Site, the 38 North monitoring group reported on Wednesday.
Russian nuclear-capable bombers fly near Japan, US officials say
For the first time in nearly three months, Russia flew nuclear-capable 'Bear' bombers near Japan, Wednesday, the latest sign of increasing tensions in the region, two US officials tell Fox News.
Tillerson says US-Russia ties at 'low point,' calls for easing tensions after Putin meeting
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson held a hastily arranged meeting in Moscow late Wednesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he worked to ease tensions over Syria and other global crises - even as he and President Trump, from afar, continued to pressure Putin over his alliance with Bashar Assad.
China has sent 150,000 troops to its North Korea border
China and South Korea have signaled they would take a stand against North Korea if it conducted another nuclear or intercontinental ballistic missile test, according to reports.
Foreign journalists in North Korea told to prepare for 'big' event
Foreign journalists visiting North Korea have been told to prepare for a 'big and important event' on Thursday, although there were no indications it was directly linked to tensions in the region over the isolated state's nuclear weapons program.
North Korea readies for war? Kim Jong-un orders evacuation of Pyongyang
North Korea leader Kim Jong-un ordered 25 percent of Pyongyang residents to leave the city immediately.
Mattis: Syria Will 'Pay a Very, Very Stiff Price' for Any Use of Chemical Weapons
Secretary of Defense Gen. James Mattis said during a Tuesday press briefing that Syria will 'pay a very, very stiff price' for any future use of chemical weapons.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Notified Ahead of Trump's Syria Strike, 'Fully Supports' US Response to Assad
Israeli leaders welcomed US President Donald Trump's surprise military action late Thursday to strike the airbase where Syrian President Bashar Assad is believed to have launched a chemical attack on his people, which killed at least 86 Syrians, including 27 children.
Police Raid Homes, Seize Lambs, Preventing Passover Sacrifice
Israeli Police raided the homes of seven Jews who had declared their intent to bring the Passover lamb sacrifice in Jerusalem, and arrested another 17 on their way to sacrifice lambs.
Inside the United States
Gorsuch begins first day at Supreme Court
Justice Neil Gorsuch's introduction to his new job begins Thursday when the Supreme Court gathers in conference ahead of next week's oral arguments.
These 2 States Are Launching Biblical Pushback on Gay Marriage
Lawmakers in two states are working to pass bills that push back against the Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage.
Sessions Announces Illegal Aliens Who Illegally Re-Enter The U.S. Will Be Charged With a Felony
Speaking from the U.S.-Mexico border in Nogales, Arizona Tuesday, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced major changes to Justice Department protocol when it comes to charging and prosecuting illegal aliens.
Christian News
Government is 'institutionally biased' against Christian refugees from Syria, claims former Archbishop of Canterbury
Christian refugees from Syria are being discriminated against by the Government, the former Archbishop of Canterbury has said.
A missing pastor and the disappearances chilling Malaysia
It all began with the case of the missing pastor. On the morning of 13 February, Raymond Koh was exiting a highway in the leafy suburb of Kelana Jaya just outside of the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur.
Around the World
UN draft resolution on Syria attack: Vote fails with Russia veto, China abstains
A vote by the U.N. Security council on a draft resolution to condemn the chemical weapon attack in Syria failed Wednesday with a veto by Russia, but fellow member China abstained, a sign that talks with President Trump last week may have had an effect on the superpower.
North Korea said to ready nuclear test as tensions climb
North Korea is ready to launch a nuclear test at its Punggye-ri Nuclear Test Site, the 38 North monitoring group reported on Wednesday.
Russian nuclear-capable bombers fly near Japan, US officials say
For the first time in nearly three months, Russia flew nuclear-capable 'Bear' bombers near Japan, Wednesday, the latest sign of increasing tensions in the region, two US officials tell Fox News.
Tillerson says US-Russia ties at 'low point,' calls for easing tensions after Putin meeting
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson held a hastily arranged meeting in Moscow late Wednesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he worked to ease tensions over Syria and other global crises - even as he and President Trump, from afar, continued to pressure Putin over his alliance with Bashar Assad.
China has sent 150,000 troops to its North Korea border
China and South Korea have signaled they would take a stand against North Korea if it conducted another nuclear or intercontinental ballistic missile test, according to reports.
Foreign journalists in North Korea told to prepare for 'big' event
Foreign journalists visiting North Korea have been told to prepare for a 'big and important event' on Thursday, although there were no indications it was directly linked to tensions in the region over the isolated state's nuclear weapons program.
North Korea readies for war? Kim Jong-un orders evacuation of Pyongyang
North Korea leader Kim Jong-un ordered 25 percent of Pyongyang residents to leave the city immediately.
Mattis: Syria Will 'Pay a Very, Very Stiff Price' for Any Use of Chemical Weapons
Secretary of Defense Gen. James Mattis said during a Tuesday press briefing that Syria will 'pay a very, very stiff price' for any future use of chemical weapons.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Notified Ahead of Trump's Syria Strike, 'Fully Supports' US Response to Assad
Israeli leaders welcomed US President Donald Trump's surprise military action late Thursday to strike the airbase where Syrian President Bashar Assad is believed to have launched a chemical attack on his people, which killed at least 86 Syrians, including 27 children.
Police Raid Homes, Seize Lambs, Preventing Passover Sacrifice
Israeli Police raided the homes of seven Jews who had declared their intent to bring the Passover lamb sacrifice in Jerusalem, and arrested another 17 on their way to sacrifice lambs.
Inside the United States
Gorsuch begins first day at Supreme Court
Justice Neil Gorsuch's introduction to his new job begins Thursday when the Supreme Court gathers in conference ahead of next week's oral arguments.
These 2 States Are Launching Biblical Pushback on Gay Marriage
Lawmakers in two states are working to pass bills that push back against the Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage.
Sessions Announces Illegal Aliens Who Illegally Re-Enter The U.S. Will Be Charged With a Felony
Speaking from the U.S.-Mexico border in Nogales, Arizona Tuesday, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced major changes to Justice Department protocol when it comes to charging and prosecuting illegal aliens.
Christian News
Government is 'institutionally biased' against Christian refugees from Syria, claims former Archbishop of Canterbury
Christian refugees from Syria are being discriminated against by the Government, the former Archbishop of Canterbury has said.
A missing pastor and the disappearances chilling Malaysia
It all began with the case of the missing pastor. On the morning of 13 February, Raymond Koh was exiting a highway in the leafy suburb of Kelana Jaya just outside of the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur.