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Around the World
WHO Warns Congo Ebola Outbreak Could Become Deadliest in History
The World Health Organization is warning that the rapidly expanding Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could surpass the devastating 2014–2016 West Africa epidemic and become the worst Ebola outbreak ever recorded.
Danube Nuclear Crisis Deepens As Hungary Questions Russian Expansion (Worthy News In-Depth)
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has cast doubt on a controversial Russian-led expansion of Hungary’s only nuclear power plant after record-low levels of the Danube River nearly forced its existing reactors into a complete shutdown.
U.S. Sending Fresh Aircraft Carrier to Middle East
The United States is preparing to send the USS George Washington aircraft carrier to the Middle East, replacing the USS Abraham Lincoln after an exceptionally long deployment supporting American military operations against Iran, according to an exclusive report by The Wall Street Journal.
Mecca Defense Pact Signals New Muslim Military Alliance Beyond U.S. and Israel
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan are moving to deepen military cooperation under a new mutual-defense pact that Israeli analysts say could reshape the Middle East’s security architecture while reducing dependence on the United States and bypassing Israel.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Resumes Preemptive Gaza Strikes as Hamas Disarmament Deal Stalls
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) carried out a second preemptive airstrike in Gaza in two days Thursday, targeting a Hamas terror cell in Khan Yunis that Israeli military officials said was preparing an attack against Israeli forces.
Inside the United States
U.S. Jobless Claims Remain Low as Labor Market Holds Steady
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits remained relatively low in early August, offering another sign that widespread layoffs have yet to take hold even as hiring across the U.S. economy remains subdued.
Christian News
Trump Administration Announces $2 Billion for Christian Aid Groups After USAID Overhaul
The Trump administration has announced nearly $2 billion in health and humanitarian assistance for faith-based organizations, placing several major Christian ministries at the center of a reshaped U.S. foreign-aid strategy following sweeping cuts to USAID programs.
WHO Warns Congo Ebola Outbreak Could Become Deadliest in History
The World Health Organization is warning that the rapidly expanding Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could surpass the devastating 2014–2016 West Africa epidemic and become the worst Ebola outbreak ever recorded.
Danube Nuclear Crisis Deepens As Hungary Questions Russian Expansion (Worthy News In-Depth)
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has cast doubt on a controversial Russian-led expansion of Hungary’s only nuclear power plant after record-low levels of the Danube River nearly forced its existing reactors into a complete shutdown.
U.S. Sending Fresh Aircraft Carrier to Middle East
The United States is preparing to send the USS George Washington aircraft carrier to the Middle East, replacing the USS Abraham Lincoln after an exceptionally long deployment supporting American military operations against Iran, according to an exclusive report by The Wall Street Journal.
Mecca Defense Pact Signals New Muslim Military Alliance Beyond U.S. and Israel
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan are moving to deepen military cooperation under a new mutual-defense pact that Israeli analysts say could reshape the Middle East’s security architecture while reducing dependence on the United States and bypassing Israel.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Resumes Preemptive Gaza Strikes as Hamas Disarmament Deal Stalls
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) carried out a second preemptive airstrike in Gaza in two days Thursday, targeting a Hamas terror cell in Khan Yunis that Israeli military officials said was preparing an attack against Israeli forces.
Inside the United States
U.S. Jobless Claims Remain Low as Labor Market Holds Steady
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits remained relatively low in early August, offering another sign that widespread layoffs have yet to take hold even as hiring across the U.S. economy remains subdued.
Christian News
Trump Administration Announces $2 Billion for Christian Aid Groups After USAID Overhaul
The Trump administration has announced nearly $2 billion in health and humanitarian assistance for faith-based organizations, placing several major Christian ministries at the center of a reshaped U.S. foreign-aid strategy following sweeping cuts to USAID programs.
Around the World
Rare Solar Eclipse Ushers In Elul as Heavens Mark Biblical Season of Repentance
Millions across Europe watched Wednesday as a rare total solar eclipse swept across the northern Atlantic and portions of the continent, an extraordinary celestial event unfolding just hours before the biblical calendar entered Elul — the month traditionally associated with repentance, spiritual preparation and the approach of the King.
Swiss Government Rejects Push To Enshrine Strict Neutrality In Constitution
Switzerland’s government has rejected a campaign to enshrine a stricter interpretation of the Alpine nation’s centuries-old neutrality in the constitution, ahead of a nationwide referendum next month.
Indonesian, Pakistanis Among Six Killed In Houthi Ship Attack
An Indonesian and three Pakistani crew members were among six people killed in an attack by Iran-backed Houthi forces on a cargo ship in the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait near Yemen, officials said Wednesday.
Russian Strikes Kill 12 In Ukraine As Kyiv Reports North Korean Missiles
Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least 12 people and wounded dozens more, Ukrainian officials said Wednesday, as Kyiv accused Moscow of using North Korean ballistic missiles in its escalating air campaign.
Hungary Elects András Baka President As He Warns Against Revenge
Hungary’s Parliament elected former Supreme Court President András Baka as the nation’s new president Tuesday, marking a dramatic political comeback for a judge removed from office under former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Taliban Bars 2.4 Million Afghan Girls From School, Erasing Decades of Progress
Five years after the Taliban returned to power, an estimated 2.4 million Afghan girls remain barred from secondary education, marking one of the most sweeping reversals of women’s rights anywhere in the world.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Unveils Next Generation of Low-Cost Autonomous Attack Drones
Israel is moving to expand the use of autonomous strike systems across its frontline forces, awarding a new Defense Ministry contract to develop a next generation of low-cost tactical attack drones for the Israel Defense Forces.
U.S. Pushes Back on Israel’s Plans for Long-Term Military Presence in Southern Lebanon
The United States has publicly rejected Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz’s declaration that Israeli troops will remain in southern Lebanon for the long term, exposing a widening disagreement between Washington and Jerusalem over how to secure Israel’s northern border.
Inside the United States
U.S. Credit Card Debt Surges to $1.26 Trillion as Americans Lean Heavier on Borrowing
Americans added another $21 billion in credit card debt during the second quarter of 2026, pushing outstanding balances to roughly $1.26 trillion and bringing consumer borrowing close to its record high.
State Department Launches Crackdown on ‘Birth Tourism,’ Revokes More Than 600 Visas
The State Department has launched a new task force targeting “birth tourism” networks accused of exploiting U.S. immigration laws to secure American citizenship for children born to foreign nationals visiting the United States.
Trump Secretly Switched Planes Amid Iranian Assassination Threat
More details have emerged about an extraordinary secret flight by U.S. President Donald J. Trump, who was reportedly moved between aircraft inside a catering truck amid fears of an Iranian attempt on his life.
Christian News
Former Jehovah’s Witness Turned Christian Publisher Wim de Goeij Dies At 64
Wim de Goeij, a former Jehovah’s Witness who became a prominent Dutch publisher of Bible-teaching materials and outspoken critic of the Watch Tower Society, has died. He was 64.
Rare Solar Eclipse Ushers In Elul as Heavens Mark Biblical Season of Repentance
Millions across Europe watched Wednesday as a rare total solar eclipse swept across the northern Atlantic and portions of the continent, an extraordinary celestial event unfolding just hours before the biblical calendar entered Elul — the month traditionally associated with repentance, spiritual preparation and the approach of the King.
Swiss Government Rejects Push To Enshrine Strict Neutrality In Constitution
Switzerland’s government has rejected a campaign to enshrine a stricter interpretation of the Alpine nation’s centuries-old neutrality in the constitution, ahead of a nationwide referendum next month.
Indonesian, Pakistanis Among Six Killed In Houthi Ship Attack
An Indonesian and three Pakistani crew members were among six people killed in an attack by Iran-backed Houthi forces on a cargo ship in the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait near Yemen, officials said Wednesday.
Russian Strikes Kill 12 In Ukraine As Kyiv Reports North Korean Missiles
Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least 12 people and wounded dozens more, Ukrainian officials said Wednesday, as Kyiv accused Moscow of using North Korean ballistic missiles in its escalating air campaign.
Hungary Elects András Baka President As He Warns Against Revenge
Hungary’s Parliament elected former Supreme Court President András Baka as the nation’s new president Tuesday, marking a dramatic political comeback for a judge removed from office under former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Taliban Bars 2.4 Million Afghan Girls From School, Erasing Decades of Progress
Five years after the Taliban returned to power, an estimated 2.4 million Afghan girls remain barred from secondary education, marking one of the most sweeping reversals of women’s rights anywhere in the world.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Unveils Next Generation of Low-Cost Autonomous Attack Drones
Israel is moving to expand the use of autonomous strike systems across its frontline forces, awarding a new Defense Ministry contract to develop a next generation of low-cost tactical attack drones for the Israel Defense Forces.
U.S. Pushes Back on Israel’s Plans for Long-Term Military Presence in Southern Lebanon
The United States has publicly rejected Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz’s declaration that Israeli troops will remain in southern Lebanon for the long term, exposing a widening disagreement between Washington and Jerusalem over how to secure Israel’s northern border.
Inside the United States
U.S. Credit Card Debt Surges to $1.26 Trillion as Americans Lean Heavier on Borrowing
Americans added another $21 billion in credit card debt during the second quarter of 2026, pushing outstanding balances to roughly $1.26 trillion and bringing consumer borrowing close to its record high.
State Department Launches Crackdown on ‘Birth Tourism,’ Revokes More Than 600 Visas
The State Department has launched a new task force targeting “birth tourism” networks accused of exploiting U.S. immigration laws to secure American citizenship for children born to foreign nationals visiting the United States.
Trump Secretly Switched Planes Amid Iranian Assassination Threat
More details have emerged about an extraordinary secret flight by U.S. President Donald J. Trump, who was reportedly moved between aircraft inside a catering truck amid fears of an Iranian attempt on his life.
Christian News
Former Jehovah’s Witness Turned Christian Publisher Wim de Goeij Dies At 64
Wim de Goeij, a former Jehovah’s Witness who became a prominent Dutch publisher of Bible-teaching materials and outspoken critic of the Watch Tower Society, has died. He was 64.
Around the World
Taliban Bars 2.4 Million Afghan Girls From School, Erasing Decades of Progress
Five years after the Taliban returned to power, an estimated 2.4 million Afghan girls remain barred from secondary education, marking one of the most sweeping reversals of women’s rights anywhere in the world.
US Brokers Secret Deal to Remove Nuclear Material From Syrian Site
The International Atomic Energy Agency is expected to remove nuclear material from a clandestine site in Syria under a secret agreement brokered by the Trump administration between Israel and Syria, according to reports Monday.
Syria Moves to Reclaim Key Mediterranean Bases as Russia’s Military Foothold Shrinks
Syria and Russia have reached an agreement that will strip Moscow of exclusive control over two strategic military bases on Syria’s Mediterranean coast, marking a major shift in Russia’s Middle East military presence following the collapse of the Bashar al-Assad government.
Syria Sentences Bashar al-Assad to Death for War Crimes
A Syrian court on Tuesday sentenced ousted President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia, marking the first criminal conviction against the former dictator since his government collapsed in December 2024.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Venezuela Renew Consular Relations as Latin America Ties Strengthen
Israel and Venezuela have agreed to renew consular relations for the first time since diplomatic ties were severed in 2009, marking another significant diplomatic development for Jerusalem in Latin America.
Colombia Recognizes Israeli Sovereignty Over Golan Heights, Joining United States
Colombia has formally recognized Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, becoming only the second nation in the world after the United States to do so.
Inside the United States
Massachusetts Governor Signs Law Removing Specific Limits on Abortions After 24 Weeks
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has signed legislation removing the state’s previous statutory restrictions governing abortions after 24 weeks of pregnancy, prompting pro-life leaders to warn that the new standard effectively permits abortions throughout pregnancy based on a physician’s professional judgment.
U.S. Golden Dome Missile Shield Passes Major Tests, but Funding Battle Threatens 2028 Deployment
The United States has successfully conducted two closely guarded tests of President Donald Trump’s ambitious Golden Dome missile defense system, marking significant progress toward building a nationwide shield capable of defending the American homeland against ballistic, hypersonic, cruise missile and other advanced aerial threats.
Christian News
UK Christian Motorist Told to Remove ‘Jesus Loves You’ Message to Keep Car Insurance
A Christian motorist in Britain is considering legal action after his insurer reportedly told him that his car insurance could not continue unless he removed handmade “Jesus Loves You” messages from his vehicle.
Taliban Bars 2.4 Million Afghan Girls From School, Erasing Decades of Progress
Five years after the Taliban returned to power, an estimated 2.4 million Afghan girls remain barred from secondary education, marking one of the most sweeping reversals of women’s rights anywhere in the world.
US Brokers Secret Deal to Remove Nuclear Material From Syrian Site
The International Atomic Energy Agency is expected to remove nuclear material from a clandestine site in Syria under a secret agreement brokered by the Trump administration between Israel and Syria, according to reports Monday.
Syria Moves to Reclaim Key Mediterranean Bases as Russia’s Military Foothold Shrinks
Syria and Russia have reached an agreement that will strip Moscow of exclusive control over two strategic military bases on Syria’s Mediterranean coast, marking a major shift in Russia’s Middle East military presence following the collapse of the Bashar al-Assad government.
Syria Sentences Bashar al-Assad to Death for War Crimes
A Syrian court on Tuesday sentenced ousted President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia, marking the first criminal conviction against the former dictator since his government collapsed in December 2024.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Venezuela Renew Consular Relations as Latin America Ties Strengthen
Israel and Venezuela have agreed to renew consular relations for the first time since diplomatic ties were severed in 2009, marking another significant diplomatic development for Jerusalem in Latin America.
Colombia Recognizes Israeli Sovereignty Over Golan Heights, Joining United States
Colombia has formally recognized Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, becoming only the second nation in the world after the United States to do so.
Inside the United States
Massachusetts Governor Signs Law Removing Specific Limits on Abortions After 24 Weeks
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has signed legislation removing the state’s previous statutory restrictions governing abortions after 24 weeks of pregnancy, prompting pro-life leaders to warn that the new standard effectively permits abortions throughout pregnancy based on a physician’s professional judgment.
U.S. Golden Dome Missile Shield Passes Major Tests, but Funding Battle Threatens 2028 Deployment
The United States has successfully conducted two closely guarded tests of President Donald Trump’s ambitious Golden Dome missile defense system, marking significant progress toward building a nationwide shield capable of defending the American homeland against ballistic, hypersonic, cruise missile and other advanced aerial threats.
Christian News
UK Christian Motorist Told to Remove ‘Jesus Loves You’ Message to Keep Car Insurance
A Christian motorist in Britain is considering legal action after his insurer reportedly told him that his car insurance could not continue unless he removed handmade “Jesus Loves You” messages from his vehicle.