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Around the World
Historic Security Summit in London Without US; Canada, Norway, Turkey Also Join
The main European Union countries and NATO military allies Canada, Norway, and Turkey will attend a historic security summit in London on Sunday without the United States amid mounting transatlantic tensions.
Ukrainians Feeling Humiliated After Trump-Zelenskyy Meeting (Worthy News In-Depth)
Ukrainians fear the United States has turned into an adversary after their President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was shown the door at the White House after U.S. President Donald J. Trump decided he had been “disrespectful.”
Germany Charges Islamic Extremist Murder, Netherlands Mourning
Germany's top prosecutor has charged an alleged Islamic extremist with “murder, attempted murder and membership in a terrorist organization abroad” following a deadly knife attack last year at a festival in the western German city of Solingen.
China Flexes Muscles In Indo-Pacific Region
China is flexing its military muscles in the Indo-Pacific region, with pilots of civilian aircraft anxiously hearing about Chinese live-fire naval exercises while on the ground in the Philippines, suspected high-profile Chinese spies were detained.
Britain Warmly Welcomes Ukraine’s Zelenskyy After Washington ‘Disaster’
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in London, reaffirming Britain’s support for Ukraine, a day after the Ukrainian leader’s disastrous trip to Washington D.C.
Hungary and Slovakia Threaten to Derail EU Summit on Ukraine (Worthy News Investigation)
Hungary and Slovakia threaten to derail the emergency European Union summit on war-torn Ukraine and defense.
11 Killed In China’s River Crash, Several Missing
Rescue teams salvaged a ferry that was hit by an oil spill cleaning vessel on a river in southern China, killing 11 people, but at least five people remained missing Saturday, officials said.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Not Apologizing For Verbal Clash With U.S. President
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said late Friday he doesn't apologize for the blowup with U.S. President Donald J. Trump about the war in his nation.
Several European Leaders Shell-Shocked But Orbán Pleased After Zelenskyy-Trump Standoff
Several European leaders were left shellshocked, but Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán was pleased after U.S. President Donald J. Trump broke off a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy following a heated exchange.
US President Trump Calls Ukrainian Leader Zelenskyy ‘Disrespectful’
A news conference at the Oval Office in the White House turned into an unprecedented quarrel with U.S. President Donald J. Trump calling his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy “disrespectful.”
Romania: Criminal Investigation Against Pro-Russia Presidential Candidate
Romanian prosecutors say they have launched a criminal investigation against Calin Georgescu, the perceived far-right frontrunner in last year's canceled presidential election seen as an ally of Russia.
Russia’s President Sees ‘Hope’ In Talks With US
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that his contacts with U.S. President Donald J. Trump and his administration had “inspired hope” as both sides began talks on how to restore relations and end the war in Ukraine.
Greece Faces Report On Deadliest Train Crash As Protests Start
Massive protests were underway in Greece on Friday on the second adversary of the nation’s deadliest train crash after a report blamed human error, outdated infrastructure, and significant systemic failures for the head-on collision killing 57 people.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Extends Ability to Call Up 400,000 Reservists, Halts All Aid to Gaza
As the ceasefire teeters on the verge of collapse, the Israeli government is poised to approve the extension of legislation allowing the mobilization of 400,000 reservists. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister has ordered the halt of all aid and supplies to the Gaza Strip, signaling the region's impending descent into war.
Palestinian President Upholds ‘Pay To Slay’ Policy Despite Promises to U.S. (Video)
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas says he remains committed to payments to families of prisoners convicted of terror against Israel or to loved ones of those who died while carrying out acts of terrorism.
Israel Seeks To Maintain Russian Military Bases in Syria to Counter Turkey’s Influence
Israel is urging the U.S. to keep Syria fragmented, including allowing Russia to maintain military bases to counter Turkey's growing influence, Reuters reported.
U.S. Greenlights Fast-Track Delivery of $4 Billion in Military Aid to Israel
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced that he has signed a declaration to expedite the delivery of roughly $4 billion in military aid to Israel, as concerns rise that the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas may soon collapse and intense conflict could resume.
Israel Accepts U.S. Ceasefire Proposal for Ramadan and Passover; Hamas Rejects Terms for Hostage Deal Extension
The Israeli government has agreed to a U.S. proposal for a temporary ceasefire during Ramadan and Passover. However, Hamas rejected Israel’s terms for extending the first phase of the hostage-ceasefire deal, which would involve maintaining the ceasefire and releasing more hostages in exchange for Palestinian detainees and terrorists.
Rubio: More Nations Seeking To Join US-Brokered Abraham Accords
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Middle East leaders have a “strong desire” to see expansion of the U.S.-brokered Abraham Accords that led to the normalization of ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Israel and Bahrain.
Israel-Hamas Negotiations Begin as Truce Threatens to Unravel
Negotiations between Israel and Hamas on the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire began in Cairo Thursday amid mounting concerns the truce will collapse.
Inside the United States
Pentagon Mobilizes 3,000 Troops as Trump Declares ‘Invasion of U.S. Over’
Illegal border crossings into the U.S. hit a 25-year low in February, as the Pentagon prepares to deploy 3,000 troops to reinforce border security along the U.S.-Mexico border as part of President Trump’s mission to secure it. "The invasion of our country is over," Trump declared in a Truth Social post on Saturday.
Stocks Higher After Trump-Zelenskyy Clash
The world’s leading stock exchange in Wall Street ended higher on Friday following a choppy trading session, with Dell Technologies dipping and other tech stocks climbing after a meeting between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy ended in a disaster.
Influencers Tates Arrive In US Despite Rape And Trafficking Charges In Romania (Worthy News Investigation)
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, who were charged with human trafficking in Romania, arrived Thursday on a private jet in the United States after Romanian authorities lifted travel restrictions on the siblings following questions about the case from U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s administration.
Worthy Insights
CNN: Deep State Bureaucrats Threaten To Sell State Secrets If Trump Isn’t Nice To Them
Brace yourself as the propaganda press tries to stop President Donald Trump from culling corruption from the deep state. Expect “news” stories screaming about ordinary budget and staff cuts that would happen in any bloated private business but under Trump will be described as unfair or even dangerous.
Trump signs order making English official language of America
President Donald Trump on Saturday night signed an executive order declaring that English is the official language of the United States.
Lebanon seizes $2.5M destined for Hezbollah after stopping man at airport in ‘unprecedented’ bust
A man allegedly carrying $2.5 million in cash destined for the Lebanese terrorist group Hezbollah reportedly was detained Friday at Beirut’s airport in a bust that an expert told Fox News Digital is "unprecedented."
‘The Great Communion Revival’: Massive Event with 2 Miles of Tables from Capitol to Lincoln Memorial
In 2024, a gathering of believers with prophetic spiritual gifts – led by revivalist Lou Engle who co-founded of TheCall solemn assemblies – inspired women to prepare for a historic prayer meeting on the National Mall later that year. Eight months later on October 12, the biblical Day of Atonement, 350,000 women convened in Washington, D.C. for a first of its kind worship service.
Exclusive: Israel To Resume War in Gaza and ‘Eradicate Hamas,’ Cutting Off Aid and Bombarding Strip with Troops
Israeli decision-makers plan to resume the Gaza war in four to six weeks with overwhelming force, sending in tens of thousands of troops to conquer the entire strip in a single coordinated offensive against Hamas.
Historic Security Summit in London Without US; Canada, Norway, Turkey Also Join
The main European Union countries and NATO military allies Canada, Norway, and Turkey will attend a historic security summit in London on Sunday without the United States amid mounting transatlantic tensions.
Ukrainians Feeling Humiliated After Trump-Zelenskyy Meeting (Worthy News In-Depth)
Ukrainians fear the United States has turned into an adversary after their President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was shown the door at the White House after U.S. President Donald J. Trump decided he had been “disrespectful.”
Germany Charges Islamic Extremist Murder, Netherlands Mourning
Germany's top prosecutor has charged an alleged Islamic extremist with “murder, attempted murder and membership in a terrorist organization abroad” following a deadly knife attack last year at a festival in the western German city of Solingen.
China Flexes Muscles In Indo-Pacific Region
China is flexing its military muscles in the Indo-Pacific region, with pilots of civilian aircraft anxiously hearing about Chinese live-fire naval exercises while on the ground in the Philippines, suspected high-profile Chinese spies were detained.
Britain Warmly Welcomes Ukraine’s Zelenskyy After Washington ‘Disaster’
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in London, reaffirming Britain’s support for Ukraine, a day after the Ukrainian leader’s disastrous trip to Washington D.C.
Hungary and Slovakia Threaten to Derail EU Summit on Ukraine (Worthy News Investigation)
Hungary and Slovakia threaten to derail the emergency European Union summit on war-torn Ukraine and defense.
11 Killed In China’s River Crash, Several Missing
Rescue teams salvaged a ferry that was hit by an oil spill cleaning vessel on a river in southern China, killing 11 people, but at least five people remained missing Saturday, officials said.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Not Apologizing For Verbal Clash With U.S. President
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said late Friday he doesn't apologize for the blowup with U.S. President Donald J. Trump about the war in his nation.
Several European Leaders Shell-Shocked But Orbán Pleased After Zelenskyy-Trump Standoff
Several European leaders were left shellshocked, but Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán was pleased after U.S. President Donald J. Trump broke off a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy following a heated exchange.
US President Trump Calls Ukrainian Leader Zelenskyy ‘Disrespectful’
A news conference at the Oval Office in the White House turned into an unprecedented quarrel with U.S. President Donald J. Trump calling his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy “disrespectful.”
Romania: Criminal Investigation Against Pro-Russia Presidential Candidate
Romanian prosecutors say they have launched a criminal investigation against Calin Georgescu, the perceived far-right frontrunner in last year's canceled presidential election seen as an ally of Russia.
Russia’s President Sees ‘Hope’ In Talks With US
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that his contacts with U.S. President Donald J. Trump and his administration had “inspired hope” as both sides began talks on how to restore relations and end the war in Ukraine.
Greece Faces Report On Deadliest Train Crash As Protests Start
Massive protests were underway in Greece on Friday on the second adversary of the nation’s deadliest train crash after a report blamed human error, outdated infrastructure, and significant systemic failures for the head-on collision killing 57 people.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Extends Ability to Call Up 400,000 Reservists, Halts All Aid to Gaza
As the ceasefire teeters on the verge of collapse, the Israeli government is poised to approve the extension of legislation allowing the mobilization of 400,000 reservists. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister has ordered the halt of all aid and supplies to the Gaza Strip, signaling the region's impending descent into war.
Palestinian President Upholds ‘Pay To Slay’ Policy Despite Promises to U.S. (Video)
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas says he remains committed to payments to families of prisoners convicted of terror against Israel or to loved ones of those who died while carrying out acts of terrorism.
Israel Seeks To Maintain Russian Military Bases in Syria to Counter Turkey’s Influence
Israel is urging the U.S. to keep Syria fragmented, including allowing Russia to maintain military bases to counter Turkey's growing influence, Reuters reported.
U.S. Greenlights Fast-Track Delivery of $4 Billion in Military Aid to Israel
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced that he has signed a declaration to expedite the delivery of roughly $4 billion in military aid to Israel, as concerns rise that the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas may soon collapse and intense conflict could resume.
Israel Accepts U.S. Ceasefire Proposal for Ramadan and Passover; Hamas Rejects Terms for Hostage Deal Extension
The Israeli government has agreed to a U.S. proposal for a temporary ceasefire during Ramadan and Passover. However, Hamas rejected Israel’s terms for extending the first phase of the hostage-ceasefire deal, which would involve maintaining the ceasefire and releasing more hostages in exchange for Palestinian detainees and terrorists.
Rubio: More Nations Seeking To Join US-Brokered Abraham Accords
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Middle East leaders have a “strong desire” to see expansion of the U.S.-brokered Abraham Accords that led to the normalization of ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Israel and Bahrain.
Israel-Hamas Negotiations Begin as Truce Threatens to Unravel
Negotiations between Israel and Hamas on the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire began in Cairo Thursday amid mounting concerns the truce will collapse.
Inside the United States
Pentagon Mobilizes 3,000 Troops as Trump Declares ‘Invasion of U.S. Over’
Illegal border crossings into the U.S. hit a 25-year low in February, as the Pentagon prepares to deploy 3,000 troops to reinforce border security along the U.S.-Mexico border as part of President Trump’s mission to secure it. "The invasion of our country is over," Trump declared in a Truth Social post on Saturday.
Stocks Higher After Trump-Zelenskyy Clash
The world’s leading stock exchange in Wall Street ended higher on Friday following a choppy trading session, with Dell Technologies dipping and other tech stocks climbing after a meeting between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy ended in a disaster.
Influencers Tates Arrive In US Despite Rape And Trafficking Charges In Romania (Worthy News Investigation)
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, who were charged with human trafficking in Romania, arrived Thursday on a private jet in the United States after Romanian authorities lifted travel restrictions on the siblings following questions about the case from U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s administration.
Worthy Insights
CNN: Deep State Bureaucrats Threaten To Sell State Secrets If Trump Isn’t Nice To Them
Brace yourself as the propaganda press tries to stop President Donald Trump from culling corruption from the deep state. Expect “news” stories screaming about ordinary budget and staff cuts that would happen in any bloated private business but under Trump will be described as unfair or even dangerous.
Trump signs order making English official language of America
President Donald Trump on Saturday night signed an executive order declaring that English is the official language of the United States.
Lebanon seizes $2.5M destined for Hezbollah after stopping man at airport in ‘unprecedented’ bust
A man allegedly carrying $2.5 million in cash destined for the Lebanese terrorist group Hezbollah reportedly was detained Friday at Beirut’s airport in a bust that an expert told Fox News Digital is "unprecedented."
‘The Great Communion Revival’: Massive Event with 2 Miles of Tables from Capitol to Lincoln Memorial
In 2024, a gathering of believers with prophetic spiritual gifts – led by revivalist Lou Engle who co-founded of TheCall solemn assemblies – inspired women to prepare for a historic prayer meeting on the National Mall later that year. Eight months later on October 12, the biblical Day of Atonement, 350,000 women convened in Washington, D.C. for a first of its kind worship service.
Exclusive: Israel To Resume War in Gaza and ‘Eradicate Hamas,’ Cutting Off Aid and Bombarding Strip with Troops
Israeli decision-makers plan to resume the Gaza war in four to six weeks with overwhelming force, sending in tens of thousands of troops to conquer the entire strip in a single coordinated offensive against Hamas.
Around the World
UK Prime Minister Discusses Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal in White House Visit
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited the White House Thursday to further discuss the U.S. and Europe’s role in brokering peace between Russia and Ukraine.
Indonesia’s Aceh Province Canes Gay Men
Two young men in Indonesia's strict Islamic-ruled Aceh province were publicly caned Thursday after an Islamic Shariah court convicted them of having sex with each other, witnesses said.
Poland Supreme Court: ‘IKEA Wrong To Fire Christian Over LGBTQ+ Remarks’
Poland’s Supreme Court has thrown out an appeal by the Swedish furniture giant IKEA against a Christian employee who was fired for criticizing the LGBTQ+ movement quoting the Bible.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
October 7 Report Finds Major Intelligence Lapses Resulted in Tragic Massacre (Worthy News In-Depth)
Israeli Military Intelligence and the Southern Command ignored more than five warnings, such as new SIM activations in Gaza and unusual Hamas activities. Dismissing these as routine, they overlooked signs of the impending October 7 attack. On this day in 2023, Hamas and other terrorists groups launched an unprecedented invasion from Gaza into southern Israel, coinciding with Simchat Torah and marking the start of the ongoing Gaza war.
Netanyahu Orders Cairo Mission to Further Hostage Negotiations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed a negotiation team to "travel to Cairo for talks Thursday evening." Israeli officials are hopeful to secure the release of additional hostages by as early as Saturday, although "discussions have not yet commenced" and the timeline is still uncertain.
Inside the United States
Trump Admin Doubles Down On Cuts to USAID With Plan for 90% Reduction
The Trump administration wants to purge more than 90% of the U.S. Agency for International Development’s foreign aid contracts, in addition to approximately $60 billion in global U.S. assistance, according to a new memo.
Mexico Extradites 29 Cartel Members to US for Prosecution
Mexico agreed to extradite 29 cartel members on Thursday, including former Sinaloa cartel founder Rafael Caro Quintero and former Zetas leader Miguel Ángel Treviño Morales, to the United States, amid efforts to avert US tariff threats linked to illegal migration and drug trafficking.
SCOTUS Pauses Judge’s Order Requiring $2 Billion in Foreign Aid to Be Paid Out
U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts late Wednesday paused a lower court's ruling requiring the Trump administration to release $2 billion in foreign aid payments.
Christian News
Uganda: Muslims Stab Evangelist in Attack
Muslims in eastern Uganda attacked and stabbed an evangelist who, along with his team, had converted a Muslim widow to Christianity during an open-air preaching session on February 15, according to Morning Star News.
Worthy Watch
‘USAID sending $40 million per week to Taliban’
“Per week, $40 million in taxpayer money is ending up in the hands of the Taliban,” according to testimony before a Congressional committee on Thursday.
Worthy Insights
Op-Ed: This is a window of opportunity for an attack on Iran
Israel is approaching a critical decision regarding a potential strike on Iran's nuclear facilities. This comes against the backdrop of alarming advancements in various components of Iran's nuclear project and an understanding that this moment presents a strategic opportunity, given Iran's relative weakness and Israel's close coordination with the new US administration.
CIA employees mocked Pat Robertson’s death, trashed Christians in leaked chats: report
Employees at the Central Intelligence Agency mocked the death of the late televangelist Pat Robertson, according to internal chat logs leaked to journalist Christopher Rufo.
Planetary Parade 2025: Rare Photo Captures Earth And 7 Planets For The First Time Ever
In a groundbreaking feat, photographer Josh Dury, 27, also known as the "Starman", is believed to have captured the first-ever image of all seven planets, plus Earth, in a single frame.
Gallup: US Trust in Media Hits 50-Year Low
A new poll shows that the level of trust Americans have in mainstream media outlets to fairly and accurately report the news has dropped to the lowest level in more than 50 years since Gallup began tracking media trust in the United States.
RFK Jr Pauses Multi-Million Dollar Contract To Develop New COVID-19 Vaccine
Clinical trials for a new COVID-19 vaccine were halted after a multi-million contract authorized by the Biden administration to develop the inoculation was paused by Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Trump’s ICE Racks Up Over 20,000 Arrests In Single Month
The Trump administration is arresting illegal migrants at a break-neck pace, far outpacing the rate at which the Biden White House nabbed those living unlawfully in the country.
Americans Overwhelmingly Support Israel’s Right to Defend Itself, Poll Finds
An overwhelming majority of Americans support Israel’s right to defend itself, according to a poll released Thursday.
UK Prime Minister Discusses Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal in White House Visit
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited the White House Thursday to further discuss the U.S. and Europe’s role in brokering peace between Russia and Ukraine.
Indonesia’s Aceh Province Canes Gay Men
Two young men in Indonesia's strict Islamic-ruled Aceh province were publicly caned Thursday after an Islamic Shariah court convicted them of having sex with each other, witnesses said.
Poland Supreme Court: ‘IKEA Wrong To Fire Christian Over LGBTQ+ Remarks’
Poland’s Supreme Court has thrown out an appeal by the Swedish furniture giant IKEA against a Christian employee who was fired for criticizing the LGBTQ+ movement quoting the Bible.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
October 7 Report Finds Major Intelligence Lapses Resulted in Tragic Massacre (Worthy News In-Depth)
Israeli Military Intelligence and the Southern Command ignored more than five warnings, such as new SIM activations in Gaza and unusual Hamas activities. Dismissing these as routine, they overlooked signs of the impending October 7 attack. On this day in 2023, Hamas and other terrorists groups launched an unprecedented invasion from Gaza into southern Israel, coinciding with Simchat Torah and marking the start of the ongoing Gaza war.
Netanyahu Orders Cairo Mission to Further Hostage Negotiations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed a negotiation team to "travel to Cairo for talks Thursday evening." Israeli officials are hopeful to secure the release of additional hostages by as early as Saturday, although "discussions have not yet commenced" and the timeline is still uncertain.
Inside the United States
Trump Admin Doubles Down On Cuts to USAID With Plan for 90% Reduction
The Trump administration wants to purge more than 90% of the U.S. Agency for International Development’s foreign aid contracts, in addition to approximately $60 billion in global U.S. assistance, according to a new memo.
Mexico Extradites 29 Cartel Members to US for Prosecution
Mexico agreed to extradite 29 cartel members on Thursday, including former Sinaloa cartel founder Rafael Caro Quintero and former Zetas leader Miguel Ángel Treviño Morales, to the United States, amid efforts to avert US tariff threats linked to illegal migration and drug trafficking.
SCOTUS Pauses Judge’s Order Requiring $2 Billion in Foreign Aid to Be Paid Out
U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts late Wednesday paused a lower court's ruling requiring the Trump administration to release $2 billion in foreign aid payments.
Christian News
Uganda: Muslims Stab Evangelist in Attack
Muslims in eastern Uganda attacked and stabbed an evangelist who, along with his team, had converted a Muslim widow to Christianity during an open-air preaching session on February 15, according to Morning Star News.
Worthy Watch
‘USAID sending $40 million per week to Taliban’
“Per week, $40 million in taxpayer money is ending up in the hands of the Taliban,” according to testimony before a Congressional committee on Thursday.
Worthy Insights
Op-Ed: This is a window of opportunity for an attack on Iran
Israel is approaching a critical decision regarding a potential strike on Iran's nuclear facilities. This comes against the backdrop of alarming advancements in various components of Iran's nuclear project and an understanding that this moment presents a strategic opportunity, given Iran's relative weakness and Israel's close coordination with the new US administration.
CIA employees mocked Pat Robertson’s death, trashed Christians in leaked chats: report
Employees at the Central Intelligence Agency mocked the death of the late televangelist Pat Robertson, according to internal chat logs leaked to journalist Christopher Rufo.
Planetary Parade 2025: Rare Photo Captures Earth And 7 Planets For The First Time Ever
In a groundbreaking feat, photographer Josh Dury, 27, also known as the "Starman", is believed to have captured the first-ever image of all seven planets, plus Earth, in a single frame.
Gallup: US Trust in Media Hits 50-Year Low
A new poll shows that the level of trust Americans have in mainstream media outlets to fairly and accurately report the news has dropped to the lowest level in more than 50 years since Gallup began tracking media trust in the United States.
RFK Jr Pauses Multi-Million Dollar Contract To Develop New COVID-19 Vaccine
Clinical trials for a new COVID-19 vaccine were halted after a multi-million contract authorized by the Biden administration to develop the inoculation was paused by Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Trump’s ICE Racks Up Over 20,000 Arrests In Single Month
The Trump administration is arresting illegal migrants at a break-neck pace, far outpacing the rate at which the Biden White House nabbed those living unlawfully in the country.
Americans Overwhelmingly Support Israel’s Right to Defend Itself, Poll Finds
An overwhelming majority of Americans support Israel’s right to defend itself, according to a poll released Thursday.
Around the World
IAEA: Iran Almost Has Nuclear Weapon
The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog warned Wednesday that Iran had accelerated its production of near-weapons-grade uranium amid mounting tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Trump Seeks 25 Percent Tariffs On EU Goods, Raising Trade War Prospect
U.S. President Donald J. Trump effectively launched a trade war against the European Union, saying the 27-nation bloc was formed “to screw” the United States and that he seeks to introduce 25 percent tariffs on imported EU goods.
Trump: ‘Ukraine Can Forget’ About Joining NATO
While hosting the first Cabinet meeting since his recent inauguration, U.S. President Donald J. Trump said Wednesday that war-torn Ukraine “could forget about” joining the NATO military alliance.
Cook Islands’ PM Survives No-Confidence Vote Over China Deal ‘Threatening Christian Nation’
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has survived a vote of no confidence in parliament over his controversial deal with China, which protesters said threatened the country's future as a “Christian nation.”
EU Prepares Emergency Summit Amid Fears Over NATO’s Future (Worthy News In-Depth)
European Union leaders are preparing an emergency summit after Germany’s likely new chancellor suggested that the transatlantic NATO military alliance may effectively collapse by June.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Quietly Transfers Remains of 4 Hostages to Israel During Late-Night Operation
Israel received the bodies of four hostages, held by Hamas in Gaza for over 16 months, in a low-key, nighttime transfer on Wednesday, avoiding the dramatic displays seen in previous handovers.
Mossad Chief: Hezbollah Beeper Op Was War’s Turning Point
Mossad Director David Barnea described the September 17, 2024 operation that targeted Hezbollah with explosives embedded in their beepers as the "turning point" in the war against the terrorist organization.
Inside the United States
Decline Christianity Has Ended In US, Report Finds
A prominent U.S. based think tank says the years long decline of Christianity in the United States has ended, amid reports of “revival” gatherings at campuses across the nation.
White House Prepares for ‘Maximum Elimination’ of Federal Workers Allowed by Law
The White House sent a memo to several federal agencies telling them to prepare to reorganize and fire high quantities of workers.
Lawmakers debate DOGE cuts to foreign aid, shuttering of USAID
While expert witnesses gave divided views on the shuttering of the U.S Agency for International Development (USAID), lawmakers sparred Wednesday during a House Oversight subcommittee hearing over the alleged corruption within the independent agency.
Christian News
Nigeria: Pastor Shot, Church Members Kidnapped
A Nigerian pastor was recovering from his injuries Wednesday after gunmen shot him and severed his fingers while abducting six worshipers from a Pentecostal church in Nigeria’s southern Delta state of Nigeria, his wife and other sources said.
India Church Attack Injures Dozens
Some 50 Christians were attacked during a Sunday service in western India, the latest in a series of attacks targeting churches in the mainly Hindu nation, Worthy News learned Wednesday.
Worthy Insights
Watch: Trump’s First Cabinet Meeting Opens with a Powerful Prayer ‘In Jesus’ Name’
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner opened President Donald Trump’s first Cabinet meeting of his second term on Wednesday at the White House with an inspiring Christian prayer.
New US Sanctions Aim To Sever Iran’s Oil Revenue
The United States imposed a fresh round of sanctions on Monday targeting Iran’s oil industry. The Treasury Department announced that more than 30 brokers, tanker operators, and shipping companies have been hit for their roles in selling and transporting Iranian petroleum.
Ukrainian Church Leader Sees Signs of Revival Despite Russia’s ‘Torture, Humiliation, Desecration’
U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this week as discussions continue about efforts to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. Tensions remain high between the U.S. and Ukraine following comments from President Trump, who recently blamed Ukraine for Russia's invasion and referred to President Zelenskyy as a "dictator."
Pro-Life Advocate Says Trump Sent ‘Powerful Message’ With Pardons Of Peaceful Protesters
A pro-life advocate said that President Donald Trump’s pardons of nearly two dozen pro-life protesters was a “powerful” rebuke to the weaponization of government.
Trump Introduces $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ That Wealthy People Can Buy To Come To America
President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that his administration is unveiling a new visa “Gold Card” to attract wealthy immigrants to the U.S.
Israel permanently bans prostitution as part of effort against human trafficking
Justice Minister Yariv Levin on Sunday published a draft bill making the prohibition on the consumption of prostitution in Israel, instituted in July 2020 as a temporary measure, a permanent offense.
Poll finds share of US Democrats backing Israel dwindling to 33%
Just a third of Democrats have a favorable view of Israel, a steep decline from just a few years ago, according to a Gallup poll.
Gabbard says 100 plus intelligence officers were fired over inappropriate NSA chatrooms
National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard said Tuesday evening that over 100 intelligence officers who participated in sexually explicit messages in National Security Agency chat rooms were fired.
IAEA: Iran Almost Has Nuclear Weapon
The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog warned Wednesday that Iran had accelerated its production of near-weapons-grade uranium amid mounting tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Trump Seeks 25 Percent Tariffs On EU Goods, Raising Trade War Prospect
U.S. President Donald J. Trump effectively launched a trade war against the European Union, saying the 27-nation bloc was formed “to screw” the United States and that he seeks to introduce 25 percent tariffs on imported EU goods.
Trump: ‘Ukraine Can Forget’ About Joining NATO
While hosting the first Cabinet meeting since his recent inauguration, U.S. President Donald J. Trump said Wednesday that war-torn Ukraine “could forget about” joining the NATO military alliance.
Cook Islands’ PM Survives No-Confidence Vote Over China Deal ‘Threatening Christian Nation’
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has survived a vote of no confidence in parliament over his controversial deal with China, which protesters said threatened the country's future as a “Christian nation.”
EU Prepares Emergency Summit Amid Fears Over NATO’s Future (Worthy News In-Depth)
European Union leaders are preparing an emergency summit after Germany’s likely new chancellor suggested that the transatlantic NATO military alliance may effectively collapse by June.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Quietly Transfers Remains of 4 Hostages to Israel During Late-Night Operation
Israel received the bodies of four hostages, held by Hamas in Gaza for over 16 months, in a low-key, nighttime transfer on Wednesday, avoiding the dramatic displays seen in previous handovers.
Mossad Chief: Hezbollah Beeper Op Was War’s Turning Point
Mossad Director David Barnea described the September 17, 2024 operation that targeted Hezbollah with explosives embedded in their beepers as the "turning point" in the war against the terrorist organization.
Inside the United States
Decline Christianity Has Ended In US, Report Finds
A prominent U.S. based think tank says the years long decline of Christianity in the United States has ended, amid reports of “revival” gatherings at campuses across the nation.
White House Prepares for ‘Maximum Elimination’ of Federal Workers Allowed by Law
The White House sent a memo to several federal agencies telling them to prepare to reorganize and fire high quantities of workers.
Lawmakers debate DOGE cuts to foreign aid, shuttering of USAID
While expert witnesses gave divided views on the shuttering of the U.S Agency for International Development (USAID), lawmakers sparred Wednesday during a House Oversight subcommittee hearing over the alleged corruption within the independent agency.
Christian News
Nigeria: Pastor Shot, Church Members Kidnapped
A Nigerian pastor was recovering from his injuries Wednesday after gunmen shot him and severed his fingers while abducting six worshipers from a Pentecostal church in Nigeria’s southern Delta state of Nigeria, his wife and other sources said.
India Church Attack Injures Dozens
Some 50 Christians were attacked during a Sunday service in western India, the latest in a series of attacks targeting churches in the mainly Hindu nation, Worthy News learned Wednesday.
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Watch: Trump’s First Cabinet Meeting Opens with a Powerful Prayer ‘In Jesus’ Name’
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner opened President Donald Trump’s first Cabinet meeting of his second term on Wednesday at the White House with an inspiring Christian prayer.
New US Sanctions Aim To Sever Iran’s Oil Revenue
The United States imposed a fresh round of sanctions on Monday targeting Iran’s oil industry. The Treasury Department announced that more than 30 brokers, tanker operators, and shipping companies have been hit for their roles in selling and transporting Iranian petroleum.
Ukrainian Church Leader Sees Signs of Revival Despite Russia’s ‘Torture, Humiliation, Desecration’
U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this week as discussions continue about efforts to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. Tensions remain high between the U.S. and Ukraine following comments from President Trump, who recently blamed Ukraine for Russia's invasion and referred to President Zelenskyy as a "dictator."
Pro-Life Advocate Says Trump Sent ‘Powerful Message’ With Pardons Of Peaceful Protesters
A pro-life advocate said that President Donald Trump’s pardons of nearly two dozen pro-life protesters was a “powerful” rebuke to the weaponization of government.
Trump Introduces $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ That Wealthy People Can Buy To Come To America
President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that his administration is unveiling a new visa “Gold Card” to attract wealthy immigrants to the U.S.
Israel permanently bans prostitution as part of effort against human trafficking
Justice Minister Yariv Levin on Sunday published a draft bill making the prohibition on the consumption of prostitution in Israel, instituted in July 2020 as a temporary measure, a permanent offense.
Poll finds share of US Democrats backing Israel dwindling to 33%
Just a third of Democrats have a favorable view of Israel, a steep decline from just a few years ago, according to a Gallup poll.
Gabbard says 100 plus intelligence officers were fired over inappropriate NSA chatrooms
National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard said Tuesday evening that over 100 intelligence officers who participated in sexually explicit messages in National Security Agency chat rooms were fired.