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Around the World
Philippines Typhoon Kills Dozens; Churches Shelter Evacuees
The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi, locally known as Tino, climbed sharply Tuesday as at least 26 people were confirmed dead and hundreds of thousands displaced across the central Philippines, authorities said.
Vatican Declares Jesus Christ Alone Redeemer, Orders Catholics To Drop ‘Co-Redemptrix’ Title For Mary (Worthy News In-Depth)
The Vatican has ordered the world’s estimated 1.4 billion Catholics to no longer refer to Mary as the “co-redeemer” of the world, reaffirming that only Jesus Christ came to save humanity by offering salvation and eternal life to all who believe in Him.
Powerful Quake Strikes Northern Afghanistan, Killing At Least 20; Christian Groups Mobilize Aid
Afghanistan struggled on Tuesday with the aftermath of a powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake that officials said shook the north of the troubled country, killing at least 20 people and injuring more than 640 others, while also damaging the historic Blue Mosque in Mazar-e-Sharif.
Passenger Train Collides With Goods Train In Central India — At Least Seven Dead
At least seven people were killed and several others injured Tuesday after a passenger train crashed into a cargo train in central India, according to senior local government officials and railway sources.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Former Mossad Chief Yossi Cohen Says Iran’s Nuclear Program ‘Wiped Out,’ Hails Turning Point in Middle East Security
Former Mossad director Yossi Cohen said in an exclusive Fox News interview on Friday that Iran's nuclear program had been "wiped out" following coordinated Israeli-American strikes earlier this year -- a development he called a "turning point" for Israel's security and regional diplomacy.
Tulsi Gabbard Visits U.S. Coordination Center in Israel, Praises Progress Toward Gaza Stabilization
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard made an unannounced visit to the U.S.-operated Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC) in Israel, as American and coalition partners prepare to implement phase two of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire and stabilization plan for Gaza.
Israel, India Sign New Defense Cooperation Agreement to Boost Industrial and Technological Ties
Israel and India signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday to deepen cooperation in defense, industrial production, and technological innovation, the Israeli Ministry of Defense announced.
Inside the United States
Democrats Sweep Off-Year Elections, Deliver Stinging Rebuke to GOP Leadership
Democrats dominated Tuesday's off-year elections, handing Republicans a clean sweep of defeats across key races in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York, while also securing a major redistricting victory in California. The results mark a significant public backlash against Republican governance since President Donald Trump returned to office and could reshape the political landscape heading into the 2026 midterms.
Government Shutdown Hits Record 36 Days as Bipartisan Talks Offer Hope for Breakthrough
The government shutdown entered its 36th day Wednesday, the longest in U.S. history, as bipartisan negotiations in the Senate gained traction and lawmakers sought an off-ramp to reopen federal agencies.
Zohran Mamdani Elected New York City’s First Muslim and Democratic Socialist Mayor; Jewish Groups Voice Concern
Democrat Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state assemblyman from Queens, has been elected mayor of New York City, marking a historic moment in the city's political history. Hundreds of his supporters filled the Brooklyn Paramount Theater on Tuesday night, erupting in celebration as results confirmed his victory over former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa.
Former US Vice President Dick Cheney Dies At 84
Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney, widely regarded as one of the most powerful and controversial figures in modern American politics, has died at age 84, his family confirmed Tuesday.
Philippines Typhoon Kills Dozens; Churches Shelter Evacuees
The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi, locally known as Tino, climbed sharply Tuesday as at least 26 people were confirmed dead and hundreds of thousands displaced across the central Philippines, authorities said.
Vatican Declares Jesus Christ Alone Redeemer, Orders Catholics To Drop ‘Co-Redemptrix’ Title For Mary (Worthy News In-Depth)
The Vatican has ordered the world’s estimated 1.4 billion Catholics to no longer refer to Mary as the “co-redeemer” of the world, reaffirming that only Jesus Christ came to save humanity by offering salvation and eternal life to all who believe in Him.
Powerful Quake Strikes Northern Afghanistan, Killing At Least 20; Christian Groups Mobilize Aid
Afghanistan struggled on Tuesday with the aftermath of a powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake that officials said shook the north of the troubled country, killing at least 20 people and injuring more than 640 others, while also damaging the historic Blue Mosque in Mazar-e-Sharif.
Passenger Train Collides With Goods Train In Central India — At Least Seven Dead
At least seven people were killed and several others injured Tuesday after a passenger train crashed into a cargo train in central India, according to senior local government officials and railway sources.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Former Mossad Chief Yossi Cohen Says Iran’s Nuclear Program ‘Wiped Out,’ Hails Turning Point in Middle East Security
Former Mossad director Yossi Cohen said in an exclusive Fox News interview on Friday that Iran's nuclear program had been "wiped out" following coordinated Israeli-American strikes earlier this year -- a development he called a "turning point" for Israel's security and regional diplomacy.
Tulsi Gabbard Visits U.S. Coordination Center in Israel, Praises Progress Toward Gaza Stabilization
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard made an unannounced visit to the U.S.-operated Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC) in Israel, as American and coalition partners prepare to implement phase two of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire and stabilization plan for Gaza.
Israel, India Sign New Defense Cooperation Agreement to Boost Industrial and Technological Ties
Israel and India signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday to deepen cooperation in defense, industrial production, and technological innovation, the Israeli Ministry of Defense announced.
Inside the United States
Democrats Sweep Off-Year Elections, Deliver Stinging Rebuke to GOP Leadership
Democrats dominated Tuesday's off-year elections, handing Republicans a clean sweep of defeats across key races in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York, while also securing a major redistricting victory in California. The results mark a significant public backlash against Republican governance since President Donald Trump returned to office and could reshape the political landscape heading into the 2026 midterms.
Government Shutdown Hits Record 36 Days as Bipartisan Talks Offer Hope for Breakthrough
The government shutdown entered its 36th day Wednesday, the longest in U.S. history, as bipartisan negotiations in the Senate gained traction and lawmakers sought an off-ramp to reopen federal agencies.
Zohran Mamdani Elected New York City’s First Muslim and Democratic Socialist Mayor; Jewish Groups Voice Concern
Democrat Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state assemblyman from Queens, has been elected mayor of New York City, marking a historic moment in the city's political history. Hundreds of his supporters filled the Brooklyn Paramount Theater on Tuesday night, erupting in celebration as results confirmed his victory over former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa.
Former US Vice President Dick Cheney Dies At 84
Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney, widely regarded as one of the most powerful and controversial figures in modern American politics, has died at age 84, his family confirmed Tuesday.
Around the World
Typhoon Kalmaegi Kills At Least One, Forces Mass Evacuations In Central Philippines
Christians appealed for prayers Tuesday after Typhoon Kalmaegi, locally known as Tino, left at least one person dead and forced tens of thousands to flee as it swept through the central Philippines, officials and aid workers said.
Jesse Klaver Named Dutch Left-Wing Leader As Centrists Win Election
The Dutch left-wing alliance GroenLinks–PvdA (GreenLeft–Labour) named Jesse Klaver, 39, as its new leader Monday after former European Commission Vice-President Frans Timmermans stepped down following disappointing results in last week’s parliamentary elections.
Czech Coalition Formed Amid Ethics Controversy Over Far-Right Nominee
Former Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, 71, announced Monday that he had formed a new governing coalition with right-wing and anti-Islam partners, triggering immediate controversy over his plan to appoint a foreign minister accused of racist and abusive behavior.
Spain’s Valencia Leader Resigns Over Handling Of Deadly 2024 Floods
The aftermath of Spain’s worst flooding in recent memory became clearer Monday as Valencia’s regional president, Carlos Mazón, resigned after enduring months of political and public backlash over his handling of the 2024 floods that killed more than 200 people.
Serbia Unrest Grows As Youth Clash With Loyalists Of President Vučić
Tensions remained high in Serbia’s capital Monday after opponents and loyalists of President Aleksandar Vučić clashed in Belgrade during a rally marking one year since the Novi Sad train-station collapse that killed 16 people.
Trump Rules Out Tomahawks For Ukraine ‘For Now,’ As Christian Leaders Urge Focus On Peace
Ukraine was weighing its options Monday after U.S. President Donald J. Trump said he will not currently approve the transfer of long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, despite Kyiv’s urgent requests as Russian strikes intensify around Pokrovsk and other eastern front-line areas.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
UN Security Council Advances Trump-Backed Gaza Resolution Creating International Stabilization Force
The United Nations Security Council has begun formal preparations for a resolution that would establish an international stabilization force in Gaza, implementing key elements of U.S. President Donald Trump's "20-Point Plan" for Middle East peace and Gaza's long-term reconstruction.
Inside the United States
Shutdown Ties Record as Senate Looks for Off-Ramp Amid Obamacare Dispute
The federal government shutdown reached its 35th day on Monday, tying the longest in U.S. history as Senate leaders from both parties hinted that a resolution may finally be within reach, though significant divisions remain over health care funding.
Feds Prevent 6,525 Known, Suspected Terrorists From Entering US
In a few short months, the National Counterterrorism Center says it’s helped prevent 6,525 known or suspected terrorists (KSTs) from entering the U.S.
Senators Introduce Legislation To Codify Antifa Terror Designation
More than a month after President Donald Trump designated Antifa a domestic terror organization, a group of senators is proposing legislation to codify the president’s executive order.
Christian News
Indonesia’s Papua Sees Deadly Fighting With Christians In Crossfire (Worthy News Investigation)
Concerns are mounting about the future of Indonesia’s predominantly Christian Papua region, where the army claims to have recaptured a village in deadly clashes with separatist rebels amid reports of civilian suffering and long-standing grievances over Jakarta’s rule.
Typhoon Kalmaegi Kills At Least One, Forces Mass Evacuations In Central Philippines
Christians appealed for prayers Tuesday after Typhoon Kalmaegi, locally known as Tino, left at least one person dead and forced tens of thousands to flee as it swept through the central Philippines, officials and aid workers said.
Jesse Klaver Named Dutch Left-Wing Leader As Centrists Win Election
The Dutch left-wing alliance GroenLinks–PvdA (GreenLeft–Labour) named Jesse Klaver, 39, as its new leader Monday after former European Commission Vice-President Frans Timmermans stepped down following disappointing results in last week’s parliamentary elections.
Czech Coalition Formed Amid Ethics Controversy Over Far-Right Nominee
Former Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, 71, announced Monday that he had formed a new governing coalition with right-wing and anti-Islam partners, triggering immediate controversy over his plan to appoint a foreign minister accused of racist and abusive behavior.
Spain’s Valencia Leader Resigns Over Handling Of Deadly 2024 Floods
The aftermath of Spain’s worst flooding in recent memory became clearer Monday as Valencia’s regional president, Carlos Mazón, resigned after enduring months of political and public backlash over his handling of the 2024 floods that killed more than 200 people.
Serbia Unrest Grows As Youth Clash With Loyalists Of President Vučić
Tensions remained high in Serbia’s capital Monday after opponents and loyalists of President Aleksandar Vučić clashed in Belgrade during a rally marking one year since the Novi Sad train-station collapse that killed 16 people.
Trump Rules Out Tomahawks For Ukraine ‘For Now,’ As Christian Leaders Urge Focus On Peace
Ukraine was weighing its options Monday after U.S. President Donald J. Trump said he will not currently approve the transfer of long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, despite Kyiv’s urgent requests as Russian strikes intensify around Pokrovsk and other eastern front-line areas.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
UN Security Council Advances Trump-Backed Gaza Resolution Creating International Stabilization Force
The United Nations Security Council has begun formal preparations for a resolution that would establish an international stabilization force in Gaza, implementing key elements of U.S. President Donald Trump's "20-Point Plan" for Middle East peace and Gaza's long-term reconstruction.
Inside the United States
Shutdown Ties Record as Senate Looks for Off-Ramp Amid Obamacare Dispute
The federal government shutdown reached its 35th day on Monday, tying the longest in U.S. history as Senate leaders from both parties hinted that a resolution may finally be within reach, though significant divisions remain over health care funding.
Feds Prevent 6,525 Known, Suspected Terrorists From Entering US
In a few short months, the National Counterterrorism Center says it’s helped prevent 6,525 known or suspected terrorists (KSTs) from entering the U.S.
Senators Introduce Legislation To Codify Antifa Terror Designation
More than a month after President Donald Trump designated Antifa a domestic terror organization, a group of senators is proposing legislation to codify the president’s executive order.
Christian News
Indonesia’s Papua Sees Deadly Fighting With Christians In Crossfire (Worthy News Investigation)
Concerns are mounting about the future of Indonesia’s predominantly Christian Papua region, where the army claims to have recaptured a village in deadly clashes with separatist rebels amid reports of civilian suffering and long-standing grievances over Jakarta’s rule.
Around the World
Grooming-Gang Survivors Quit UK Inquiry Amid Claims of ‘Toxic Culture’ and Institutional Failure (Worthy News In-Depth)
Two prominent female survivors of Britain’s grooming-gang scandals have resigned from a government-backed panel advising a national inquiry into child sexual exploitation, amid concerns about how authorities are handling one of the country’s worst social crises.
Mass Stabbing on High-Speed Train Leaves 11 Injured in England
British police have arrested two men on suspicion of attempted murder after a mass stabbing aboard a high-speed passenger train traveling through eastern England late Saturday left 11 people injured, several critically.
Mexico’s President Shocked After Deadly Fire Kills 23 At Discount Store During Day Of The Dead Celebrations
Mexico’s president has expressed her shock after a festive weekend turned tragic Saturday when at least 23 people, including children, were killed and a dozen others injured in a fire and explosion at a discount store in northwestern Mexico.
Banned Doctors Freely Working Across Europe Amid System Failures, Probe Reveals (Worthy News Investigation)
Doctors stripped of their medical licenses for serious offenses — including sexual assault and fatal malpractice — have continued to practice medicine in other European countries due to failed oversight and weak cross-border alert systems, a sweeping investigation has revealed.
Serbia Marks Deadly Roof Collapse With Mass Protests; Hungarian Students Barred From Entry
Tens of thousands of protesters rallied in Serbia’s northern city of Novi Sad on Saturday to mark one year since a railway station roof collapse killed 16 people — an accident many blame on government corruption and negligence.
Orban Seeks Trump Exemption From U.S. Sanctions On Russian Oil
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says he hopes to convince U.S. President Donald J. Trump to exempt Hungary from new American sanctions targeting Russian oil companies, citing his nation’s heavy dependence on pipeline energy supplies.
Sziget Festival’s Future In Doubt Amid Budapest Power Struggle
One of Europe’s largest music gatherings, the Sziget Festival, faces an uncertain future after the Budapest City Council failed to approve a new land-use agreement for the Óbudai-sziget (Óbuda Island) venue, where the event has been held since 1993.
Pentagon Clears Way for Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine as US Plans Troop Reductions in Eastern Europe
The Pentagon has approved plans to supply Ukraine with Tomahawk long-range missiles, while preparing to scale back the U.S. military presence in Eastern Europe, signaling a significant shift in America’s strategy toward both the war and its NATO military alliance commitments.
Europe, NATO on Alert as Belarus and Russia Accused of Hybrid Airspace Provocations
The NATO military alliance is on heightened alert across Eastern Europe after Lithuania and neighboring Baltic nations accused Belarus and Russia of orchestrating a surge in “hybrid” airspace incursions involving balloons, drones, and fighter jets. Officials say the pattern of provocations reflects Moscow’s widening confrontation with the West amid its ongoing war in Ukraine.
IAEA Warns Of ‘Critical’ Nuclear Risk After Russian Strikes On Ukraine
The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog has warned that Russia’s ongoing strikes in neighboring Ukraine have damaged nuclear substations, potentially threatening the region and the rest of Europe.
Crown-Jewels Heist at Louvre Sparks National Reckoning Over Security Gaps
French authorities say five more people have been detained over the crown jewels heist inside the world’s most-visited museum in Paris — a theft that has stunned the heritage world.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Says U.S. Will “Be Involved” in Netanyahu Trial, Admits Pushing Israel Toward Ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump declared that Washington plans to “be involved” in Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial, calling the legal proceedings “very unfair” during an interview aired Sunday on CBS’s 60 Minutes.
Trump: ‘US Citizen Among Three Dead Hostages Returned by Hamas’
The body of U.S. citizen Omer Neutra, who also held Israeli citizenship, has been returned by Hamas along with two other deceased hostages, U.S. President Donald J. Trump confirmed Sunday.
Inside the United States
Judge Extends Block on Trump’s National Guard Deployment to Portland
A federal judge has extended an order preventing President Donald Trump from deploying National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon, to respond to unrest targeting federal immigration facilities, ruling that the administration failed to justify the move under federal law and the U.S. Constitution.
Trump Considers Military Action To Stop Christian Genocide In Nigeria
President Donald Trump has directed the Department of War to prepare for possible action in Nigeria to target Islamic militants committing genocide against Christians.
Christian News
Nigerian President Open To Meet Trump After U.S. Warning Over Christian Killings
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has indicated openness to meet U.S. President Donald J. Trump after Washington warned it is reviewing military options in response to continuing attacks on Christians in Nigeria, his office said Sunday.
Sudan’s Christians Caught In Crossfire As Atrocities Mount In El Fasher
Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) say they have detained several of their own fighters following global outrage over this month’s alleged massacres in the besieged city of El Fasher, but church monitors and human-rights advocates warn that civilians — including Christians — remain in grave danger.
Grooming-Gang Survivors Quit UK Inquiry Amid Claims of ‘Toxic Culture’ and Institutional Failure (Worthy News In-Depth)
Two prominent female survivors of Britain’s grooming-gang scandals have resigned from a government-backed panel advising a national inquiry into child sexual exploitation, amid concerns about how authorities are handling one of the country’s worst social crises.
Mass Stabbing on High-Speed Train Leaves 11 Injured in England
British police have arrested two men on suspicion of attempted murder after a mass stabbing aboard a high-speed passenger train traveling through eastern England late Saturday left 11 people injured, several critically.
Mexico’s President Shocked After Deadly Fire Kills 23 At Discount Store During Day Of The Dead Celebrations
Mexico’s president has expressed her shock after a festive weekend turned tragic Saturday when at least 23 people, including children, were killed and a dozen others injured in a fire and explosion at a discount store in northwestern Mexico.
Banned Doctors Freely Working Across Europe Amid System Failures, Probe Reveals (Worthy News Investigation)
Doctors stripped of their medical licenses for serious offenses — including sexual assault and fatal malpractice — have continued to practice medicine in other European countries due to failed oversight and weak cross-border alert systems, a sweeping investigation has revealed.
Serbia Marks Deadly Roof Collapse With Mass Protests; Hungarian Students Barred From Entry
Tens of thousands of protesters rallied in Serbia’s northern city of Novi Sad on Saturday to mark one year since a railway station roof collapse killed 16 people — an accident many blame on government corruption and negligence.
Orban Seeks Trump Exemption From U.S. Sanctions On Russian Oil
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says he hopes to convince U.S. President Donald J. Trump to exempt Hungary from new American sanctions targeting Russian oil companies, citing his nation’s heavy dependence on pipeline energy supplies.
Sziget Festival’s Future In Doubt Amid Budapest Power Struggle
One of Europe’s largest music gatherings, the Sziget Festival, faces an uncertain future after the Budapest City Council failed to approve a new land-use agreement for the Óbudai-sziget (Óbuda Island) venue, where the event has been held since 1993.
Pentagon Clears Way for Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine as US Plans Troop Reductions in Eastern Europe
The Pentagon has approved plans to supply Ukraine with Tomahawk long-range missiles, while preparing to scale back the U.S. military presence in Eastern Europe, signaling a significant shift in America’s strategy toward both the war and its NATO military alliance commitments.
Europe, NATO on Alert as Belarus and Russia Accused of Hybrid Airspace Provocations
The NATO military alliance is on heightened alert across Eastern Europe after Lithuania and neighboring Baltic nations accused Belarus and Russia of orchestrating a surge in “hybrid” airspace incursions involving balloons, drones, and fighter jets. Officials say the pattern of provocations reflects Moscow’s widening confrontation with the West amid its ongoing war in Ukraine.
IAEA Warns Of ‘Critical’ Nuclear Risk After Russian Strikes On Ukraine
The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog has warned that Russia’s ongoing strikes in neighboring Ukraine have damaged nuclear substations, potentially threatening the region and the rest of Europe.
Crown-Jewels Heist at Louvre Sparks National Reckoning Over Security Gaps
French authorities say five more people have been detained over the crown jewels heist inside the world’s most-visited museum in Paris — a theft that has stunned the heritage world.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Says U.S. Will “Be Involved” in Netanyahu Trial, Admits Pushing Israel Toward Ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump declared that Washington plans to “be involved” in Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial, calling the legal proceedings “very unfair” during an interview aired Sunday on CBS’s 60 Minutes.
Trump: ‘US Citizen Among Three Dead Hostages Returned by Hamas’
The body of U.S. citizen Omer Neutra, who also held Israeli citizenship, has been returned by Hamas along with two other deceased hostages, U.S. President Donald J. Trump confirmed Sunday.
Inside the United States
Judge Extends Block on Trump’s National Guard Deployment to Portland
A federal judge has extended an order preventing President Donald Trump from deploying National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon, to respond to unrest targeting federal immigration facilities, ruling that the administration failed to justify the move under federal law and the U.S. Constitution.
Trump Considers Military Action To Stop Christian Genocide In Nigeria
President Donald Trump has directed the Department of War to prepare for possible action in Nigeria to target Islamic militants committing genocide against Christians.
Christian News
Nigerian President Open To Meet Trump After U.S. Warning Over Christian Killings
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has indicated openness to meet U.S. President Donald J. Trump after Washington warned it is reviewing military options in response to continuing attacks on Christians in Nigeria, his office said Sunday.
Sudan’s Christians Caught In Crossfire As Atrocities Mount In El Fasher
Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) say they have detained several of their own fighters following global outrage over this month’s alleged massacres in the besieged city of El Fasher, but church monitors and human-rights advocates warn that civilians — including Christians — remain in grave danger.