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Around the World
France’s Political Turmoil Meets Prophetic Calendar as Palestinian State Recognition Nears
France was gripped by a second wave of nationwide strikes on Thursday, as hundreds of thousands marched against austerity measures and looming budget cuts—unrest that not only deepens the political crisis for President Emmanuel Macron and his new prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, but also unfolds in a season many prophecy watchers view as charged with significance.
Trump Says U.S. Seeking to Reclaim Afghanistan’s Bagram Air Base as Strategic Leverage Against China
President Donald Trump said Thursday that the United States is actively working to regain control of Afghanistan's Bagram Airfield, a strategic military installation abandoned during the 2021 withdrawal, calling it "a little breaking news."
Skyscraper-Sized Asteroid to Make Close Pass by Earth Early Thursday
A massive asteroid nearly the size of a New York skyscraper will make a close pass by Earth in the early hours of Thursday, September 18, according to NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA).
Trump’s Plane Faces Mid-Air Scare As Protests Greet Him During Britain State Visit
U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s state visit to Britain was overshadowed by an in-flight scare and angry protests as he met King Charles III at Windsor Castle on Wednesday.
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Sign Defense Pact In Warning To Israel (Worthy News In-Depth)
Nuclear-armed Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, which have not ruled out seeking atomic weapons if under threat, have signed a defense pact pledging that any attack on either nation would be viewed as an attack on both.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches Wave of Strikes on Hezbollah Targets in Southern Lebanon
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched a broad wave of strikes Thursday evening against Hezbollah military sites in southern Lebanon, escalating its campaign against the Iranian-backed terror group's Radwan Force.
Israeli Divisions Press Into Gaza City as Operation Gideon’s Chariots II Intensifies
Three Israeli divisions continued a steady push into Gaza City on Thursday, the third day of Operation Gideon’s Chariots II, as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) seek to seize Hamas’ last stronghold in the enclave.
Inside the United States
FBI Director Warns Terror Threat Now Centered on Northern Border
FBI Director Kash Patel told lawmakers Wednesday that while the U.S. southern border has been largely sealed, the threat of terrorist infiltration has shifted northward, with a sharp rise in encounters along the Canadian frontier.
Bank of America Account Closures Ignited Conservative Backlash Over “Debanking”
Bank of America’s closure of accounts belonging to a Tennessee church elder and missionary has become a flashpoint in a national fight over alleged "debanking" of Christians and conservatives, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported in an exclusive investigation.
Trump Announces Antifa Will Be Designated a ‘Major Terrorist Organization’ After Kirk Assassination
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday evening that he is designating Antifa as a "major terrorist organization," citing a wave of violent protests and last week's assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Christian News
Authorities Halt Church, Tourism Site Construction In Indonesia
Authorities in Indonesia’s Central Java Province have halted construction of a church and related tourism compound after pressure from local council members and Muslim groups amid rising anti-Christian incidents in the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation, sources confirmed Thursday.
Altar Boy Hiding In Pakistan As Fake Facebook Post Sparks Blasphemy Case (Worthy News Investigation)
A young Christian man is hiding in Pakistan after being falsely accused of making “blasphemous” comments against Islam, an offence that potentially carries the death penalty under the Islamic nation’s strict blasphemy legislation, Worthy News learned Thursday.
Worthy Insights
Man who sparred with Muslim Dearborn mayor, told he wasn’t ‘welcome’ revealed as Christian minister
Christian minister Edward "Ted" Barham says he will not respond with hate after Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud told him he was "not welcome" during a heated city council exchange over a controversial honorary street sign naming that went viral.
What Saved the US in the Late 1960s Appears to Be Happening Again, Particularly After Kirk’s Assassination
The last major spiritual revival in the U.S. took place back in the 1960s and 70s when the country was going through a tumultuous time similar to now.
‘Nothing Short of a Move of God’: Nearly 5,000 Decisions for Christ at Recent ‘Life Surge’ Events
Leaders overseeing a faith-based leadership and business event are watching something phenomenal taking place in stadiums around the country. Hundreds, and sometimes even thousands of attendees, are giving their lives to Jesus in what they are calling "a move of God."
Several Mass Shooters Have Taken Psychiatric Drugs. RFK Wants Answers.
The use of common psychiatric drugs among some of the most infamous mass murderers in American history is prompting the Trump administration to investigate whether they contribute to violent behavior.
France’s Political Turmoil Meets Prophetic Calendar as Palestinian State Recognition Nears
France was gripped by a second wave of nationwide strikes on Thursday, as hundreds of thousands marched against austerity measures and looming budget cuts—unrest that not only deepens the political crisis for President Emmanuel Macron and his new prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, but also unfolds in a season many prophecy watchers view as charged with significance.
Trump Says U.S. Seeking to Reclaim Afghanistan’s Bagram Air Base as Strategic Leverage Against China
President Donald Trump said Thursday that the United States is actively working to regain control of Afghanistan's Bagram Airfield, a strategic military installation abandoned during the 2021 withdrawal, calling it "a little breaking news."
Skyscraper-Sized Asteroid to Make Close Pass by Earth Early Thursday
A massive asteroid nearly the size of a New York skyscraper will make a close pass by Earth in the early hours of Thursday, September 18, according to NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA).
Trump’s Plane Faces Mid-Air Scare As Protests Greet Him During Britain State Visit
U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s state visit to Britain was overshadowed by an in-flight scare and angry protests as he met King Charles III at Windsor Castle on Wednesday.
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Sign Defense Pact In Warning To Israel (Worthy News In-Depth)
Nuclear-armed Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, which have not ruled out seeking atomic weapons if under threat, have signed a defense pact pledging that any attack on either nation would be viewed as an attack on both.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches Wave of Strikes on Hezbollah Targets in Southern Lebanon
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched a broad wave of strikes Thursday evening against Hezbollah military sites in southern Lebanon, escalating its campaign against the Iranian-backed terror group's Radwan Force.
Israeli Divisions Press Into Gaza City as Operation Gideon’s Chariots II Intensifies
Three Israeli divisions continued a steady push into Gaza City on Thursday, the third day of Operation Gideon’s Chariots II, as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) seek to seize Hamas’ last stronghold in the enclave.
Inside the United States
FBI Director Warns Terror Threat Now Centered on Northern Border
FBI Director Kash Patel told lawmakers Wednesday that while the U.S. southern border has been largely sealed, the threat of terrorist infiltration has shifted northward, with a sharp rise in encounters along the Canadian frontier.
Bank of America Account Closures Ignited Conservative Backlash Over “Debanking”
Bank of America’s closure of accounts belonging to a Tennessee church elder and missionary has become a flashpoint in a national fight over alleged "debanking" of Christians and conservatives, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported in an exclusive investigation.
Trump Announces Antifa Will Be Designated a ‘Major Terrorist Organization’ After Kirk Assassination
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday evening that he is designating Antifa as a "major terrorist organization," citing a wave of violent protests and last week's assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Christian News
Authorities Halt Church, Tourism Site Construction In Indonesia
Authorities in Indonesia’s Central Java Province have halted construction of a church and related tourism compound after pressure from local council members and Muslim groups amid rising anti-Christian incidents in the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation, sources confirmed Thursday.
Altar Boy Hiding In Pakistan As Fake Facebook Post Sparks Blasphemy Case (Worthy News Investigation)
A young Christian man is hiding in Pakistan after being falsely accused of making “blasphemous” comments against Islam, an offence that potentially carries the death penalty under the Islamic nation’s strict blasphemy legislation, Worthy News learned Thursday.
Worthy Insights
Man who sparred with Muslim Dearborn mayor, told he wasn’t ‘welcome’ revealed as Christian minister
Christian minister Edward "Ted" Barham says he will not respond with hate after Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud told him he was "not welcome" during a heated city council exchange over a controversial honorary street sign naming that went viral.
What Saved the US in the Late 1960s Appears to Be Happening Again, Particularly After Kirk’s Assassination
The last major spiritual revival in the U.S. took place back in the 1960s and 70s when the country was going through a tumultuous time similar to now.
‘Nothing Short of a Move of God’: Nearly 5,000 Decisions for Christ at Recent ‘Life Surge’ Events
Leaders overseeing a faith-based leadership and business event are watching something phenomenal taking place in stadiums around the country. Hundreds, and sometimes even thousands of attendees, are giving their lives to Jesus in what they are calling "a move of God."
Several Mass Shooters Have Taken Psychiatric Drugs. RFK Wants Answers.
The use of common psychiatric drugs among some of the most infamous mass murderers in American history is prompting the Trump administration to investigate whether they contribute to violent behavior.
Around the World
Several Nations Threaten Eurovision Boycott Over Israel (Worthy News In-Depth) (Video)
Several nations have threatened to boycott the world’s largest televised song competition if Israel participates.
U.S. Designates Four Iran-Aligned Militias as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
The U.S. Department of State on Wednesday announced the designation of four Iran-backed militias as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs), escalating pressure on Tehran and its network of proxies across the Middle East.
Protests, Clashes, and Chants of ‘Death to Khamenei’ Mark Third Anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s Death in Iran
Iran erupted in protests overnight as thousands took to the streets to mark the third anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death, the young Kurdish woman killed in custody by the regime’s morality police after refusing to wear a hijab.
U.S. and U.K. Seal $42 Billion “Tech Prosperity Deal” on AI and Innovation
The United States and the United Kingdom have signed a sweeping technology pact that will bring $42 billion in American tech investment into Britain, cementing closer transatlantic ties in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and nuclear energy.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Declares ‘Iron Beam’ Laser Defense System Operational, Set for Nationwide Deployment
Israel on Wednesday announced that its long-awaited laser air defense system, known as the "Iron Beam," is now fully operational following a series of advanced tests. The Defense Ministry and developer Rafael Advanced Defense Systems said the first batteries will be delivered to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) by the end of the year, marking a historic first for military technology worldwide.
EU Proposes Sanctions on Far-Right Israeli Ministers, Threatens Trade Suspension Amid Gaza War
The European Commission on Wednesday formally unveiled a proposal to sanction far-right Israeli ministers and partially suspend the European Union’s association agreement with Israel, marking a dramatic escalation of Europe’s response to the war in Gaza.
Inside the United States
Fed Cuts Rates for First Time This Year, Signals More to Come
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday lowered interest rates for the first time in nine months, citing signs of a cooling labor market and persistent uncertainty in the U.S. economy.
Trump Says Biden DOJ Tried to “Force Charlie Kirk Out of Business” Through FBI Election Probe
President Donald Trump on Tuesday night accused the Biden administration of targeting slain conservative leader Charlie Kirk and his organization, Turning Point USA, as part of a sweeping FBI investigation that he said was designed to silence political opponents.
Charlie Kirk Assassination Exposes Biden’s Politicized Terrorism Narrative, Inflated Data
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has reignited fierce debate over how the United States defines and confronts domestic terrorism, exposing political fault lines in the Biden administration's approach to intelligence and law enforcement.
Christian News
Gunmen Kill 22 At Niger Baptism Ceremony And Nearby, As Christian Farmer Escapes Attack (Worthy News Investigation)
Suspected Islamist gunmen on motorbikes have killed at least 22 people in Niger, including about 15 at a baptism ceremony and seven more nearby, officials and witnesses said. In neighboring Nigeria, a Christian farmer in the Abuja area separately told Worthy News he miraculously escaped armed men raiding his land.
Pakistan Flood Boat Capsize Kills 9 Amid Wider Crisis Impacting Millions, Christians Included
At least nine people have died in Pakistan’s Punjab province when a rescue boat capsized during flood relief efforts, authorities confirmed over the weekend amid massive death and destruction that also impacted the Islamic nation’s tiny Christian minority.
Several Nations Threaten Eurovision Boycott Over Israel (Worthy News In-Depth) (Video)
Several nations have threatened to boycott the world’s largest televised song competition if Israel participates.
U.S. Designates Four Iran-Aligned Militias as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
The U.S. Department of State on Wednesday announced the designation of four Iran-backed militias as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs), escalating pressure on Tehran and its network of proxies across the Middle East.
Protests, Clashes, and Chants of ‘Death to Khamenei’ Mark Third Anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s Death in Iran
Iran erupted in protests overnight as thousands took to the streets to mark the third anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death, the young Kurdish woman killed in custody by the regime’s morality police after refusing to wear a hijab.
U.S. and U.K. Seal $42 Billion “Tech Prosperity Deal” on AI and Innovation
The United States and the United Kingdom have signed a sweeping technology pact that will bring $42 billion in American tech investment into Britain, cementing closer transatlantic ties in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and nuclear energy.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Declares ‘Iron Beam’ Laser Defense System Operational, Set for Nationwide Deployment
Israel on Wednesday announced that its long-awaited laser air defense system, known as the "Iron Beam," is now fully operational following a series of advanced tests. The Defense Ministry and developer Rafael Advanced Defense Systems said the first batteries will be delivered to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) by the end of the year, marking a historic first for military technology worldwide.
EU Proposes Sanctions on Far-Right Israeli Ministers, Threatens Trade Suspension Amid Gaza War
The European Commission on Wednesday formally unveiled a proposal to sanction far-right Israeli ministers and partially suspend the European Union’s association agreement with Israel, marking a dramatic escalation of Europe’s response to the war in Gaza.
Inside the United States
Fed Cuts Rates for First Time This Year, Signals More to Come
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday lowered interest rates for the first time in nine months, citing signs of a cooling labor market and persistent uncertainty in the U.S. economy.
Trump Says Biden DOJ Tried to “Force Charlie Kirk Out of Business” Through FBI Election Probe
President Donald Trump on Tuesday night accused the Biden administration of targeting slain conservative leader Charlie Kirk and his organization, Turning Point USA, as part of a sweeping FBI investigation that he said was designed to silence political opponents.
Charlie Kirk Assassination Exposes Biden’s Politicized Terrorism Narrative, Inflated Data
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has reignited fierce debate over how the United States defines and confronts domestic terrorism, exposing political fault lines in the Biden administration's approach to intelligence and law enforcement.
Christian News
Gunmen Kill 22 At Niger Baptism Ceremony And Nearby, As Christian Farmer Escapes Attack (Worthy News Investigation)
Suspected Islamist gunmen on motorbikes have killed at least 22 people in Niger, including about 15 at a baptism ceremony and seven more nearby, officials and witnesses said. In neighboring Nigeria, a Christian farmer in the Abuja area separately told Worthy News he miraculously escaped armed men raiding his land.
Pakistan Flood Boat Capsize Kills 9 Amid Wider Crisis Impacting Millions, Christians Included
At least nine people have died in Pakistan’s Punjab province when a rescue boat capsized during flood relief efforts, authorities confirmed over the weekend amid massive death and destruction that also impacted the Islamic nation’s tiny Christian minority.
Around the World
U.S. Military Conducts Second Strike on Venezuelan Vessel, Killing Three in Escalating Anti-Drug Campaign
The U.S. military struck a second vessel in international waters on Monday, killing three people alleged to be Venezuelan “narcoterrorists” transporting illegal drugs, President Donald Trump announced.
Trump Cites China In Call To Scrap Quarterly Reports For US Companies
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has urged American companies to stop publishing quarterly financial reports, pointing to China’s “long-term approach” as a model, although it is a Communist-ruled nation. He suggested that moving to semi-annual disclosures would cut costs and allow executives to focus on growth rather than short-term market pressures.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF Tanks Enter Heart of Gaza City as Ground Invasion Begins
The long-anticipated Israeli ground invasion of Gaza City erupted late Monday night, with IDF tanks rolling into the heart of the city in what Palestinian sources described as the most intense fighting in northern Gaza in two years.
Israel’s Netanyahu Accepts Responsibility For Qatar Strike As U.S. Backs His Campaign Against Hamas
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted “full responsibility” for an airstrike in Qatar that killed Hamas operatives, while the United States reaffirmed support for his campaign to dismantle the designated terror group, despite Washington’s reservations over the recent attack.
Inside the United States
Trump ‘100%’ Supports Designating Antifa A Domestic Terror Organization
President Donald Trump is “100%” on board with designating Antifa a domestic terror organization following a rise in left-wing violence.
Memorial Service Set For Charlie Kirk; Kelly Calls For Unity
A memorial service for assassinated conservative leader Charlie Kirk will take place Sept. 21 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., Turning Point USA announced.
Senate Republicans Cement ‘Nuclear Option,’ Permanently Changing Voting Rules
Despite partisan opposition, Republicans officially changed how the U.S. Senate confirms civilian nominees for the executive branch in a 51-44 vote Monday.
Christian News
Christians in Pakistan Shaken By Killings and Exploitation
Christians in Pakistan tell Worthy News they are reeling after two shocking incidents — the murder of three believers in Islamabad and the forced removal of a kidney from a Christian laborer in Faisalabad — which advocacy group LEAD Ministries Pakistan says highlight systemic abuse of religious minorities.
U.S. Military Conducts Second Strike on Venezuelan Vessel, Killing Three in Escalating Anti-Drug Campaign
The U.S. military struck a second vessel in international waters on Monday, killing three people alleged to be Venezuelan “narcoterrorists” transporting illegal drugs, President Donald Trump announced.
Trump Cites China In Call To Scrap Quarterly Reports For US Companies
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has urged American companies to stop publishing quarterly financial reports, pointing to China’s “long-term approach” as a model, although it is a Communist-ruled nation. He suggested that moving to semi-annual disclosures would cut costs and allow executives to focus on growth rather than short-term market pressures.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF Tanks Enter Heart of Gaza City as Ground Invasion Begins
The long-anticipated Israeli ground invasion of Gaza City erupted late Monday night, with IDF tanks rolling into the heart of the city in what Palestinian sources described as the most intense fighting in northern Gaza in two years.
Israel’s Netanyahu Accepts Responsibility For Qatar Strike As U.S. Backs His Campaign Against Hamas
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted “full responsibility” for an airstrike in Qatar that killed Hamas operatives, while the United States reaffirmed support for his campaign to dismantle the designated terror group, despite Washington’s reservations over the recent attack.
Inside the United States
Trump ‘100%’ Supports Designating Antifa A Domestic Terror Organization
President Donald Trump is “100%” on board with designating Antifa a domestic terror organization following a rise in left-wing violence.
Memorial Service Set For Charlie Kirk; Kelly Calls For Unity
A memorial service for assassinated conservative leader Charlie Kirk will take place Sept. 21 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., Turning Point USA announced.
Senate Republicans Cement ‘Nuclear Option,’ Permanently Changing Voting Rules
Despite partisan opposition, Republicans officially changed how the U.S. Senate confirms civilian nominees for the executive branch in a 51-44 vote Monday.
Christian News
Christians in Pakistan Shaken By Killings and Exploitation
Christians in Pakistan tell Worthy News they are reeling after two shocking incidents — the murder of three believers in Islamabad and the forced removal of a kidney from a Christian laborer in Faisalabad — which advocacy group LEAD Ministries Pakistan says highlight systemic abuse of religious minorities.