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Around the World
China’s Top General Accused Of Leaking Nuclear Secrets Amid Military Purge
China’s military leadership is facing major upheaval after its most senior general — a close ally of President Xi Jinping — was accused of leaking information about the Communist country’s nuclear-weapons program to the United States and committing other “serious violations of discipline and law.”
U.S. Formally Completes Withdrawal From World Health Organization
The United States has formally completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization, citing the organization’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, failure to implement meaningful reforms, and what U.S. officials described as undue political influence by member states.
USS Abraham Lincoln Strike Group Enters Middle East as Trump Weighs Options on Iran
The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and its accompanying warships have entered the Middle East, according to U.S. officials, significantly expanding President Donald Trump’s military options as tensions with Iran continue to escalate.
Mexico Mourns After Gunmen Kill 11 At Soccer Field In Cartel-Hit State
Mexico was mourning Monday after gunmen opened fire at a soccer field in the central city of Salamanca, killing at least 11 people and wounding a dozen others in the latest mass attack linked to organized crime violence.
Pakistan Arrests Rights Lawyers Defending Blasphemy Accused, Raising Retaliation Fears
Authorities in Pakistan have detained two prominent human rights lawyers known for defending people accused of blasphemy against Islam and exposing what supporters describe as a “blasphemy business” network, sources told Worthy News.
Indonesia Searches For Scores Missing In Deadly Landslide
Indonesian emergency workers on Sunday resumed search-and-rescue efforts for scores of people missing after a landslide killed more than two dozen villagers in the country’s West Java province.
Peace Talks End Without Deal As Russian Strikes Hit Ukraine In Winter Cold (Worthy News Radio)
Officials say Ukraine and Russia ended U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi without a deal, though more negotiations are expected next weekend despite ongoing attacks.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Final Hostage Recovered as Rafah Crossing Reopens, Trump’s Gaza Plan Enters Phase Two
The recovery of the final Israeli captive, Sergeant First Class Ran Gvili, during Operation Brave Heart in eastern Gaza City has removed the last major obstacle to reopening the Rafah Crossing, paving the way for the continued implementation of U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan for Gaza.
Israel Recovers Remains Of Last Gaza Captive, Ending 843-Day Hostage Ordeal (VIDEO)
Israel’s military confirmed Monday it recovered the remains of Ran Givli, a special forces officer killed in the Hamas-led October 7, 2023, attack on Israel, ending a more than two-year effort to bring him home.
Inside the United States
Federal Judge Weighs Emergency Block of Trump Immigration Agent Surge in Minnesota
A federal judge on Monday heard arguments from the state of Minnesota seeking an emergency halt to the Trump administration’s deployment of thousands of federal immigration agents to the Twin Cities, a sweeping operation that has intensified tensions between state and federal authorities following a fatal shooting involving a Border Patrol agent.
Systematic Organization Behind Riots In Minnesota Probed By FBI
A systematic organization behind riots in Minnesota exposed through leaked group chats is under investigation, says FBI Director Kash Patel.
7 Killed As Private Jet Crashes At Takeoff In Maine
Seven people died and a crew member survived with serious injuries when a private plane crashed while taking off at Bangor International Airport in the U.S. state of Maine, as steady snowfall from a massive winter storm swept across the region, aviation officials said Monday.
Christian News
British Police Ban ‘Walk With Jesus’ March In Muslim Area Of London
British police have banned a “Walk with Jesus” march through a predominantly Muslim part of London, citing concerns it could lead to “violence and serious disorder.”
Ireland Jails Christian Teacher Who ‘Misgendered’ Transgender Student
An Irish Christian teacher has been jailed again for appearing at a central Ireland school despite being dismissed over “misgendering” a transgender student.
China’s Top General Accused Of Leaking Nuclear Secrets Amid Military Purge
China’s military leadership is facing major upheaval after its most senior general — a close ally of President Xi Jinping — was accused of leaking information about the Communist country’s nuclear-weapons program to the United States and committing other “serious violations of discipline and law.”
U.S. Formally Completes Withdrawal From World Health Organization
The United States has formally completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization, citing the organization’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, failure to implement meaningful reforms, and what U.S. officials described as undue political influence by member states.
USS Abraham Lincoln Strike Group Enters Middle East as Trump Weighs Options on Iran
The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and its accompanying warships have entered the Middle East, according to U.S. officials, significantly expanding President Donald Trump’s military options as tensions with Iran continue to escalate.
Mexico Mourns After Gunmen Kill 11 At Soccer Field In Cartel-Hit State
Mexico was mourning Monday after gunmen opened fire at a soccer field in the central city of Salamanca, killing at least 11 people and wounding a dozen others in the latest mass attack linked to organized crime violence.
Pakistan Arrests Rights Lawyers Defending Blasphemy Accused, Raising Retaliation Fears
Authorities in Pakistan have detained two prominent human rights lawyers known for defending people accused of blasphemy against Islam and exposing what supporters describe as a “blasphemy business” network, sources told Worthy News.
Indonesia Searches For Scores Missing In Deadly Landslide
Indonesian emergency workers on Sunday resumed search-and-rescue efforts for scores of people missing after a landslide killed more than two dozen villagers in the country’s West Java province.
Peace Talks End Without Deal As Russian Strikes Hit Ukraine In Winter Cold (Worthy News Radio)
Officials say Ukraine and Russia ended U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi without a deal, though more negotiations are expected next weekend despite ongoing attacks.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Final Hostage Recovered as Rafah Crossing Reopens, Trump’s Gaza Plan Enters Phase Two
The recovery of the final Israeli captive, Sergeant First Class Ran Gvili, during Operation Brave Heart in eastern Gaza City has removed the last major obstacle to reopening the Rafah Crossing, paving the way for the continued implementation of U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan for Gaza.
Israel Recovers Remains Of Last Gaza Captive, Ending 843-Day Hostage Ordeal (VIDEO)
Israel’s military confirmed Monday it recovered the remains of Ran Givli, a special forces officer killed in the Hamas-led October 7, 2023, attack on Israel, ending a more than two-year effort to bring him home.
Inside the United States
Federal Judge Weighs Emergency Block of Trump Immigration Agent Surge in Minnesota
A federal judge on Monday heard arguments from the state of Minnesota seeking an emergency halt to the Trump administration’s deployment of thousands of federal immigration agents to the Twin Cities, a sweeping operation that has intensified tensions between state and federal authorities following a fatal shooting involving a Border Patrol agent.
Systematic Organization Behind Riots In Minnesota Probed By FBI
A systematic organization behind riots in Minnesota exposed through leaked group chats is under investigation, says FBI Director Kash Patel.
7 Killed As Private Jet Crashes At Takeoff In Maine
Seven people died and a crew member survived with serious injuries when a private plane crashed while taking off at Bangor International Airport in the U.S. state of Maine, as steady snowfall from a massive winter storm swept across the region, aviation officials said Monday.
Christian News
British Police Ban ‘Walk With Jesus’ March In Muslim Area Of London
British police have banned a “Walk with Jesus” march through a predominantly Muslim part of London, citing concerns it could lead to “violence and serious disorder.”
Ireland Jails Christian Teacher Who ‘Misgendered’ Transgender Student
An Irish Christian teacher has been jailed again for appearing at a central Ireland school despite being dismissed over “misgendering” a transgender student.
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.