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Around the World
Zelenskyy Says U.S. Security Guarantees for Ukraine ‘100% Ready’ After Abu Dhabi Talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday that a U.S. security guarantees document for Ukraine is “100% ready” following trilateral talks involving Ukraine, the United States, and Russia aimed at ending the nearly four-year war.
Trump Warns Iran as U.S. ‘Armada’ Moves Into Region Amid Brutal Crackdown
President Donald Trump said last Thursday that a massive U.S. naval force is moving toward Iran, warning the regime in Tehran that continued violence against its own people and renewed nuclear activity could trigger further American action.
Trump Reveals Use of Secret Weapon ‘The Discombobulator’ in Maduro Capture
President Donald Trump has confirmed that the United States deployed a previously undisclosed weapon system—dubbed “The Discombobulator”—during the January 3 raid that led to the capture of Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro in Caracas.
German Chancellor Merz Calls EU A ‘Failure’, Urges Radical Reforms To Save Bloc (VIDEO)
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has effectively called the European Union a failure and said radical reforms are needed to save the 27-nation bloc amid significant global challenges.
Ukraine, Russia, US Hold First Three-Way-Peace Talks in Abu Dhabi Since 2022 Invasion (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine, Russia, and the United States are holding three-way talks in Abu Dhabi in what is the first time the three countries have sat down together since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The meeting comes after U.S. President Donald J. Trump raised fresh hopes that he could help bring the armed conflict to an end soon.
Britain: Nurse Reinstated After Pronoun Dispute In Transgender Prisoner Case
A British nurse who faced possible dismissal for using male pronouns in reference to a transgender prisoner claiming to be a woman has been reinstated, Worthy News learned Friday.
Bodies Of 10 Found After Indonesian Surveillance Plane Crash
Indonesian rescuers have found the bodies of all 10 passengers from a fishery surveillance plane that crashed in the country’s South Sulawesi province over the weekend, officials confirmed Friday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Spain Rejects Trump’s Board Of Peace; Hungary, Bulgaria And Israel Join Initiative
Spain will not take part in the Board of Peace initiative launched by U.S. President Donald J. Trump to tackle global conflicts, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said Friday, citing Madrid’s commitment to multilateral diplomacy and the United Nations system.
Inside the United States
Nearly 1M Without Power As Massive Winter Storm Rages
Nearly a million American homes are without power as a massive winter storm sweeps the country.
U.S. Senate Postpones Monday Votes Ahead Of Govt Funding Deadline
The U.S. Senate canceled votes originally scheduled for Monday due to inclement weather, shortening the timeframe for legislators to pass necessary funding bills to avoid a government shutdown.
DHS: ICE Agent Shoots, Kills Armed Minneapolis Man; Protests Erupt
Federal agents shot and killed an armed man in Minneapolis Saturday morning, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said.
Tens of Thousands Rally in Washington for March for Life 2026, Declaring “Life Is a Gift” (Video)
Tens of thousands of pro-life Americans from across the United States and around the world gathered Friday in the nation’s capital for the 53rd annual March for Life, filling the National Mall with a unified declaration that “Life Is a Gift.”
Worthy Insights
California Loses $1 Trillion as Billionaires Flee from Looming Wealth Tax
he exodus from the Golden State continues. The movement gained publicity when Hollywood celebrities, such as Candace Cameron Bure, Andy MacDowell, and Ali Lauter, started fleeing the hustle and bustle of Hollywood for a quieter life. Last year, the president of In-N-Out Burger also made headlines by exiting the state. Now, California's top 1% of wealthiest people are leaving the state for a different reason – a looming wealth tax that threatens to hit them hard.
800 Decide to Follow Jesus as 7,000 Pursue God’s Global Mission at Urbana 25 in Phoenix
More than 7,000 college students and others recently gathered in Phoenix, Arizona, for Urbana 25 – Intervarsity's 27th student missions conference. By the end of the five-day gathering, 800 people made decisions to follow Jesus, and many others solidified their commitment to spreading the Gospel throughout the ends of the earth.
DC church sees 2,000% growth as Gen Z, millennials seek answers through faith
A Southern Baptist church in Washington, D.C., says it has seen a 2,000% growth in attendance over the last seven years, a trend that the congregation’s leaders attribute mostly to Generation Z and millennials gradually returning to religious life after the COVID-19 lockdowns and, more recently, the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Zelenskyy Says U.S. Security Guarantees for Ukraine ‘100% Ready’ After Abu Dhabi Talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday that a U.S. security guarantees document for Ukraine is “100% ready” following trilateral talks involving Ukraine, the United States, and Russia aimed at ending the nearly four-year war.
Trump Warns Iran as U.S. ‘Armada’ Moves Into Region Amid Brutal Crackdown
President Donald Trump said last Thursday that a massive U.S. naval force is moving toward Iran, warning the regime in Tehran that continued violence against its own people and renewed nuclear activity could trigger further American action.
Trump Reveals Use of Secret Weapon ‘The Discombobulator’ in Maduro Capture
President Donald Trump has confirmed that the United States deployed a previously undisclosed weapon system—dubbed “The Discombobulator”—during the January 3 raid that led to the capture of Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro in Caracas.
German Chancellor Merz Calls EU A ‘Failure’, Urges Radical Reforms To Save Bloc (VIDEO)
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has effectively called the European Union a failure and said radical reforms are needed to save the 27-nation bloc amid significant global challenges.
Ukraine, Russia, US Hold First Three-Way-Peace Talks in Abu Dhabi Since 2022 Invasion (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine, Russia, and the United States are holding three-way talks in Abu Dhabi in what is the first time the three countries have sat down together since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The meeting comes after U.S. President Donald J. Trump raised fresh hopes that he could help bring the armed conflict to an end soon.
Britain: Nurse Reinstated After Pronoun Dispute In Transgender Prisoner Case
A British nurse who faced possible dismissal for using male pronouns in reference to a transgender prisoner claiming to be a woman has been reinstated, Worthy News learned Friday.
Bodies Of 10 Found After Indonesian Surveillance Plane Crash
Indonesian rescuers have found the bodies of all 10 passengers from a fishery surveillance plane that crashed in the country’s South Sulawesi province over the weekend, officials confirmed Friday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Spain Rejects Trump’s Board Of Peace; Hungary, Bulgaria And Israel Join Initiative
Spain will not take part in the Board of Peace initiative launched by U.S. President Donald J. Trump to tackle global conflicts, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said Friday, citing Madrid’s commitment to multilateral diplomacy and the United Nations system.
Inside the United States
Nearly 1M Without Power As Massive Winter Storm Rages
Nearly a million American homes are without power as a massive winter storm sweeps the country.
U.S. Senate Postpones Monday Votes Ahead Of Govt Funding Deadline
The U.S. Senate canceled votes originally scheduled for Monday due to inclement weather, shortening the timeframe for legislators to pass necessary funding bills to avoid a government shutdown.
DHS: ICE Agent Shoots, Kills Armed Minneapolis Man; Protests Erupt
Federal agents shot and killed an armed man in Minneapolis Saturday morning, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said.
Tens of Thousands Rally in Washington for March for Life 2026, Declaring “Life Is a Gift” (Video)
Tens of thousands of pro-life Americans from across the United States and around the world gathered Friday in the nation’s capital for the 53rd annual March for Life, filling the National Mall with a unified declaration that “Life Is a Gift.”
Worthy Insights
California Loses $1 Trillion as Billionaires Flee from Looming Wealth Tax
he exodus from the Golden State continues. The movement gained publicity when Hollywood celebrities, such as Candace Cameron Bure, Andy MacDowell, and Ali Lauter, started fleeing the hustle and bustle of Hollywood for a quieter life. Last year, the president of In-N-Out Burger also made headlines by exiting the state. Now, California's top 1% of wealthiest people are leaving the state for a different reason – a looming wealth tax that threatens to hit them hard.
800 Decide to Follow Jesus as 7,000 Pursue God’s Global Mission at Urbana 25 in Phoenix
More than 7,000 college students and others recently gathered in Phoenix, Arizona, for Urbana 25 – Intervarsity's 27th student missions conference. By the end of the five-day gathering, 800 people made decisions to follow Jesus, and many others solidified their commitment to spreading the Gospel throughout the ends of the earth.
DC church sees 2,000% growth as Gen Z, millennials seek answers through faith
A Southern Baptist church in Washington, D.C., says it has seen a 2,000% growth in attendance over the last seven years, a trend that the congregation’s leaders attribute mostly to Generation Z and millennials gradually returning to religious life after the COVID-19 lockdowns and, more recently, the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Around the World
Trump Administration Eyes Cuba After Maduro’s Ouster, Seeks Insider Deal
Emboldened by the U.S.-backed removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, the Trump administration is quietly searching for Cuban government insiders willing to cut a deal that could end Communist rule on the island by year’s end, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive.
U.S. Weighs Full Troop Withdrawal From Syria as Kurdish Ally Collapses
Washington is considering a complete withdrawal of American troops from Syria following the rapid collapse of the U.S.-backed Kurdish-led militia in the country’s northeast, according to U.S. officials, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive.
Trump Says Greenland Deal Underway Despite Few Details
President Donald Trump said Thursday a deal structure regarding Greenland is developing after he stepped back from threatened tariffs on European allies, which he previously linked to Denmark handing over control of the semi-autonomous Arctic island.
Son-In-Law Of Venezuelan Opposition Leader Freed After Year In Prison
Venezuelan authorities have released Rafael Tudares, the son-in-law of opposition leader Edmundo González, after more than a year in detention, his wife confirmed Thursday, but concerns remained about other political prisoners held under the current rulers, advocacy groups said.
Spain’s Rail Safety Questioned After Fourth Train Accident in Days
Fresh questions were raised Thursday about the safety of Spain’s railway network after a fourth train-related incident in nearly as many days left several people injured, adding to growing public concern following a deadly high-speed crash earlier this week.
Man Sentenced To Life Over Killing Japan’s Ex-PM
A Japanese court has sentenced Tetsuya Yamagami to life imprisonment for the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, bringing to a close a high-profile trial that has deeply affected Japan’s political and social landscape.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Arab Parties Move to Revive Joint List, Underscoring Israel’s Democratic Reality
Arab political parties in Israel announced Thursday a preliminary agreement to revive the Joint List, signaling renewed efforts for unified Arab political representation ahead of upcoming elections.
Trump Launches ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos, Signals Ambitious Role in Gaza and Beyond
U.S. President Donald Trump formally launched his long-anticipated Board of Peace on Thursday during a signing ceremony held on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, unveiling an international body he said could eventually rival the United Nations.
Kushner Unveils Trump Administration’s $25B Plan to Rebuild Gaza
U.S. envoy Jared Kushner on Thursday unveiled a streamlined master plan to rebuild and economically transform the Gaza Strip, presenting the proposal during the signing of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace charter at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Inside the United States
U.S. GDP Revised Higher to 4.4% in Q3 as Consumer Spending, Exports Surge
The U.S. economy expanded at a stronger pace in the third quarter than initially reported, powered by solid consumer demand and a sharp rebound in exports.
Vance Blasts Media, Defends ICE During Minneapolis Visit
Vice President J.D. Vance called out the mainstream media and protestors during a Thursday afternoon press conference from Minneapolis.
First Arrests Made Following St. Paul Church Attack, ‘More To Come’
Federal officials have made three arrests in connection with a protest that disrupted a Sunday morning service in St. Paul.
Trump Administration Eyes Cuba After Maduro’s Ouster, Seeks Insider Deal
Emboldened by the U.S.-backed removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, the Trump administration is quietly searching for Cuban government insiders willing to cut a deal that could end Communist rule on the island by year’s end, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive.
U.S. Weighs Full Troop Withdrawal From Syria as Kurdish Ally Collapses
Washington is considering a complete withdrawal of American troops from Syria following the rapid collapse of the U.S.-backed Kurdish-led militia in the country’s northeast, according to U.S. officials, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive.
Trump Says Greenland Deal Underway Despite Few Details
President Donald Trump said Thursday a deal structure regarding Greenland is developing after he stepped back from threatened tariffs on European allies, which he previously linked to Denmark handing over control of the semi-autonomous Arctic island.
Son-In-Law Of Venezuelan Opposition Leader Freed After Year In Prison
Venezuelan authorities have released Rafael Tudares, the son-in-law of opposition leader Edmundo González, after more than a year in detention, his wife confirmed Thursday, but concerns remained about other political prisoners held under the current rulers, advocacy groups said.
Spain’s Rail Safety Questioned After Fourth Train Accident in Days
Fresh questions were raised Thursday about the safety of Spain’s railway network after a fourth train-related incident in nearly as many days left several people injured, adding to growing public concern following a deadly high-speed crash earlier this week.
Man Sentenced To Life Over Killing Japan’s Ex-PM
A Japanese court has sentenced Tetsuya Yamagami to life imprisonment for the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, bringing to a close a high-profile trial that has deeply affected Japan’s political and social landscape.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Arab Parties Move to Revive Joint List, Underscoring Israel’s Democratic Reality
Arab political parties in Israel announced Thursday a preliminary agreement to revive the Joint List, signaling renewed efforts for unified Arab political representation ahead of upcoming elections.
Trump Launches ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos, Signals Ambitious Role in Gaza and Beyond
U.S. President Donald Trump formally launched his long-anticipated Board of Peace on Thursday during a signing ceremony held on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, unveiling an international body he said could eventually rival the United Nations.
Kushner Unveils Trump Administration’s $25B Plan to Rebuild Gaza
U.S. envoy Jared Kushner on Thursday unveiled a streamlined master plan to rebuild and economically transform the Gaza Strip, presenting the proposal during the signing of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace charter at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Inside the United States
U.S. GDP Revised Higher to 4.4% in Q3 as Consumer Spending, Exports Surge
The U.S. economy expanded at a stronger pace in the third quarter than initially reported, powered by solid consumer demand and a sharp rebound in exports.
Vance Blasts Media, Defends ICE During Minneapolis Visit
Vice President J.D. Vance called out the mainstream media and protestors during a Thursday afternoon press conference from Minneapolis.
First Arrests Made Following St. Paul Church Attack, ‘More To Come’
Federal officials have made three arrests in connection with a protest that disrupted a Sunday morning service in St. Paul.
Around the World
Trump Calls Off Tariffs Over Greenland After Deal With NATO Leader
President Donald Trump called off tariffs on U.S. allies opposed to his plans to annex Greenland after announcing a tentative deal with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte for a future deal on Greenland.
Trump Seeks Negotiations to Acquire Greenland, Rules Out Use of Force at Davos
President Donald Trump said the United States is pursuing negotiations to acquire Greenland while ruling out the use of military force, framing the controversial proposal as a necessary security measure rather than an economic or mineral-driven ambition.
Gold Hits Record High As Trump Says Europe ‘Not Heading In Right Direction’
Gold prices surged to a record high on Wednesday as investors sought safety the deepest crisis in the transatlantic alliance in decades with U.S. President Donald J. Trump saying Europe “is not heading in the right direction.”
Russia’s Massive Winter Assault Plunges Kyiv Into Darkness; Civilians Endure Subzero Conditions
Thousands in Ukraine’s capital braced for a bitter winter night late Tuesday after Russian forces unleashed another deadly barrage of missiles and drones that severely damaged critical infrastructure and worsened a deepening humanitarian crisis. The winter offensive has knocked out power, water, and heating across much of Kyiv, officials said.
Wilders Faces Historic Setback As Seven Lawmakers Quit PVV In Major Party Split
Dutch firebrand politician Geert Wilders, leader of the anti-Islam Party for Freedom (PVV), faced his most severe political crisis Tuesday after seven members of parliament resigned from the party’s parliamentary group, dramatically weakening its influence in the House of Representatives of the Netherlands.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Arab Nations Join Trump Peace Board, but Israel Remains Wary of Gaza Promises
Eight prominent Muslim-majority countries announced their decision this week to join U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace, a move framed by its supporters as a step toward stability -- but viewed in Israel with deep skepticism given past regional failures in Gaza.
Inside the United States
Support For Religious Freedom Up 5 Points From 2020, Reaching A High Of 71
Support for religious freedom grew five points from 2020 to 2025, reaching an all-time cumulative high of 71 points, according to Becket’s seventh annual Religious Freedom Index.
Trump Marks One Year In Office With Combative Press Conference
U.S. President Donald J. Trump marked one year since returning to the White House with a wide-ranging and often confrontational press conference, defending his record while renewing criticism of political opponents, major media outlets, and several U.S. allies.
Christian News
Over 170 Christian Worshippers Kidnapped From Churches In Nigeria After Police Reversal
Nigerian police have confirmed that a large group of Christian worshippers were kidnapped by suspected Muslim gunmen from three churches in a remote area of Nigeria’s northern Kaduna State, reversing an earlier denial that authorities said had been “widely misinterpreted.”
Trump Calls Off Tariffs Over Greenland After Deal With NATO Leader
President Donald Trump called off tariffs on U.S. allies opposed to his plans to annex Greenland after announcing a tentative deal with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte for a future deal on Greenland.
Trump Seeks Negotiations to Acquire Greenland, Rules Out Use of Force at Davos
President Donald Trump said the United States is pursuing negotiations to acquire Greenland while ruling out the use of military force, framing the controversial proposal as a necessary security measure rather than an economic or mineral-driven ambition.
Gold Hits Record High As Trump Says Europe ‘Not Heading In Right Direction’
Gold prices surged to a record high on Wednesday as investors sought safety the deepest crisis in the transatlantic alliance in decades with U.S. President Donald J. Trump saying Europe “is not heading in the right direction.”
Russia’s Massive Winter Assault Plunges Kyiv Into Darkness; Civilians Endure Subzero Conditions
Thousands in Ukraine’s capital braced for a bitter winter night late Tuesday after Russian forces unleashed another deadly barrage of missiles and drones that severely damaged critical infrastructure and worsened a deepening humanitarian crisis. The winter offensive has knocked out power, water, and heating across much of Kyiv, officials said.
Wilders Faces Historic Setback As Seven Lawmakers Quit PVV In Major Party Split
Dutch firebrand politician Geert Wilders, leader of the anti-Islam Party for Freedom (PVV), faced his most severe political crisis Tuesday after seven members of parliament resigned from the party’s parliamentary group, dramatically weakening its influence in the House of Representatives of the Netherlands.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Arab Nations Join Trump Peace Board, but Israel Remains Wary of Gaza Promises
Eight prominent Muslim-majority countries announced their decision this week to join U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace, a move framed by its supporters as a step toward stability -- but viewed in Israel with deep skepticism given past regional failures in Gaza.
Inside the United States
Support For Religious Freedom Up 5 Points From 2020, Reaching A High Of 71
Support for religious freedom grew five points from 2020 to 2025, reaching an all-time cumulative high of 71 points, according to Becket’s seventh annual Religious Freedom Index.
Trump Marks One Year In Office With Combative Press Conference
U.S. President Donald J. Trump marked one year since returning to the White House with a wide-ranging and often confrontational press conference, defending his record while renewing criticism of political opponents, major media outlets, and several U.S. allies.
Christian News
Over 170 Christian Worshippers Kidnapped From Churches In Nigeria After Police Reversal
Nigerian police have confirmed that a large group of Christian worshippers were kidnapped by suspected Muslim gunmen from three churches in a remote area of Nigeria’s northern Kaduna State, reversing an earlier denial that authorities said had been “widely misinterpreted.”