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Around the World
Dutch Mosques Demand Koran Burning Ban
Dutch mosques have urged the Netherlands to ban the burning of the Koran after several people were injured when the leader of anti-Islam group Pegida tried to torch that book, deemed holy by Muslims.
Britain Detains 6 Over Plot To Attack Stock Exchange
British police confirmed Sunday they had detained six suspects involved in an alleged Palestinian plot to attack the London Stock Exchange, impacting global financial trade.
Frederik X, Now King of Denmark After Historic Succession (Worthy News Radio)
Frederik X became the King of Denmark on Sunday following the formal abdication of his mother, Queen Margrethe II, who was on the throne for 52 years. Tens of thousands of Danes gathered in Copenhagen to witness the historic succession.
‘Disease X’ 20 Times Deadlier Than COVID-19’
The World Economic Forum (WEF) will host political and business leaders in Switzerland to discuss an unknown disease that allegedly could kill “20 times” more people than the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dutchman Sabotaged Iran’s Nuclear Program’ Causing Turmoil
The Netherlands faces political turmoil after information leaked that a Dutch engineer was named as the person responsible for sabotaging Iran’s nuclear program shortly before he died in Dubai.
Lai Ching-te Elected Taiwan’s President Despite China’s Threats
Voters in Taiwan elected pro-Western Lai Ching-te as the island’s next president despite China’s threat to intervene militarily.
EU Turmoil Over Nazi Events And Plot To Deport Millions (Worthy News Focus)
The European Union entered the weekend after days of upheaval resembling the Nazi era in two of its largest economies, Germany and Italy.
Mideast War Near As Iran-Backed Groups Vow To Attack US, Allies
The Middle East was rapidly moving towards a broader armed conflict Friday as Iran-backed groups pledged revenge for massive overnight U.S.-led military strikes in Yemen.
Ukraine’s Parliament Refuses Crackdown On Conscription Dodgers
Ukraine's embattled president suffered a domestic political defeat Friday as parliament refused to consider a conscription bill that proposes a crackdown on draft dodgers.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Posting Video Of Hostages As Biden Pledges Support
The Islamist Hamas group posted a video on the 100th day of its war against Israel, apparently showing three hostages held in Gaza: Noa Argamani, Yossi Sharabi, and Itay Svirsky.
Hamas Warns ‘Many Israeli Hostages Killed’
Hamas, which Israel regards as a terrorist organization, warned Sunday that many Israeli hostages may have been killed.
Israel Vows Victory On 100th Day Of War Against Hamas
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed victory on the battlefield as Sunday marked 100 days since Israel declared war against Hamas after the deadliest attack in Israel’s 75-year history.
Israel: ‘Hamas Prepared Attack Embassy In Sweden, Other Sites’
Israel said Saturday that the “Hamas terrorist organization” had been planning to attack its embassy in Sweden and other sites as part of an expansion by the Palestinian Islamist group into Europe.
Inside the United States
Arctic Cold Blast Could Smash Records as Millions of Americans Face Below-Zero Temperatures
An Arctic cold blast is blanketing the country, bringing record-breaking frigid conditions threatening to smash records, including the Deep South, until Wednesday. Tens of thousands nationwide are facing power outages due to the extreme winter conditions. Meanwhile, a blizzard that hit the Northeast led to the postponement of an NFL game.
Congress Prepares for Vote on Stopgap Bill to Prevent Partial Shutdown Next Week
Congress is once more taking steps to prevent a partial government shutdown by proposing a two-step stopgap funding bill this week, just ahead of the impending Friday deadline for government funding.
Texas Transports Over 100,000 Foreign Nationals to ‘Sanctuary Cities’
Since April 2022, more than 100,000 foreign nationals who have illegally crossed the border have been bused or flown from Texas to six sanctuary cities. This equates to roughly 5% of those who illegally entered Texas in fiscal 2023 alone, the highest number on record, The Center Square exclusively reported.
Dutch Mosques Demand Koran Burning Ban
Dutch mosques have urged the Netherlands to ban the burning of the Koran after several people were injured when the leader of anti-Islam group Pegida tried to torch that book, deemed holy by Muslims.
Britain Detains 6 Over Plot To Attack Stock Exchange
British police confirmed Sunday they had detained six suspects involved in an alleged Palestinian plot to attack the London Stock Exchange, impacting global financial trade.
Frederik X, Now King of Denmark After Historic Succession (Worthy News Radio)
Frederik X became the King of Denmark on Sunday following the formal abdication of his mother, Queen Margrethe II, who was on the throne for 52 years. Tens of thousands of Danes gathered in Copenhagen to witness the historic succession.
‘Disease X’ 20 Times Deadlier Than COVID-19’
The World Economic Forum (WEF) will host political and business leaders in Switzerland to discuss an unknown disease that allegedly could kill “20 times” more people than the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dutchman Sabotaged Iran’s Nuclear Program’ Causing Turmoil
The Netherlands faces political turmoil after information leaked that a Dutch engineer was named as the person responsible for sabotaging Iran’s nuclear program shortly before he died in Dubai.
Lai Ching-te Elected Taiwan’s President Despite China’s Threats
Voters in Taiwan elected pro-Western Lai Ching-te as the island’s next president despite China’s threat to intervene militarily.
EU Turmoil Over Nazi Events And Plot To Deport Millions (Worthy News Focus)
The European Union entered the weekend after days of upheaval resembling the Nazi era in two of its largest economies, Germany and Italy.
Mideast War Near As Iran-Backed Groups Vow To Attack US, Allies
The Middle East was rapidly moving towards a broader armed conflict Friday as Iran-backed groups pledged revenge for massive overnight U.S.-led military strikes in Yemen.
Ukraine’s Parliament Refuses Crackdown On Conscription Dodgers
Ukraine's embattled president suffered a domestic political defeat Friday as parliament refused to consider a conscription bill that proposes a crackdown on draft dodgers.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Posting Video Of Hostages As Biden Pledges Support
The Islamist Hamas group posted a video on the 100th day of its war against Israel, apparently showing three hostages held in Gaza: Noa Argamani, Yossi Sharabi, and Itay Svirsky.
Hamas Warns ‘Many Israeli Hostages Killed’
Hamas, which Israel regards as a terrorist organization, warned Sunday that many Israeli hostages may have been killed.
Israel Vows Victory On 100th Day Of War Against Hamas
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed victory on the battlefield as Sunday marked 100 days since Israel declared war against Hamas after the deadliest attack in Israel’s 75-year history.
Israel: ‘Hamas Prepared Attack Embassy In Sweden, Other Sites’
Israel said Saturday that the “Hamas terrorist organization” had been planning to attack its embassy in Sweden and other sites as part of an expansion by the Palestinian Islamist group into Europe.
Inside the United States
Arctic Cold Blast Could Smash Records as Millions of Americans Face Below-Zero Temperatures
An Arctic cold blast is blanketing the country, bringing record-breaking frigid conditions threatening to smash records, including the Deep South, until Wednesday. Tens of thousands nationwide are facing power outages due to the extreme winter conditions. Meanwhile, a blizzard that hit the Northeast led to the postponement of an NFL game.
Congress Prepares for Vote on Stopgap Bill to Prevent Partial Shutdown Next Week
Congress is once more taking steps to prevent a partial government shutdown by proposing a two-step stopgap funding bill this week, just ahead of the impending Friday deadline for government funding.
Texas Transports Over 100,000 Foreign Nationals to ‘Sanctuary Cities’
Since April 2022, more than 100,000 foreign nationals who have illegally crossed the border have been bused or flown from Texas to six sanctuary cities. This equates to roughly 5% of those who illegally entered Texas in fiscal 2023 alone, the highest number on record, The Center Square exclusively reported.
Around the World
Malaysia Rolling Out Controversial Digital ID
Malaysia has become the latest nation to start rolling out a digital identity document system called MyDigital ID, despite security concerns and fears of more government control over people’s lives.
Coalition Forces Strike Iranian-Backed Houthis in Yemen
After weeks of continuous attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea, coalition forces, led by the U.S. and the U.K., initiated major retaliatory strikes against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. This operation, marking the first significant counteroffensive against the Houthis, was supported by coalition partners from Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and Bahrain.
Papua New Guinea’s PM Declares State of Emergency As 16 Die In Unrest; Missionaries Concerned
Papua New Guinea's prime minister has declared a state of emergency across the Pacific island nation as at least 16 people were killed in unrest sparked by anger over a sudden pay cut to police and public sector workers.
Ecuador Plunging Into Civil War, Several Killed
At least 10 people were killed as Ecuador plunged further into civil war Wednesday, a day after gunmen stormed a television station in the country’s largest city.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Khamenei Says Crimes of ‘Zionist Entity’ Will Be Remembered After Its Destruction
The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, posted a tweet in Hebrew, sharply criticizing the "Zionist entity" for its "crimes" and will still be remembered after Israel is destroyed.
Inside the United States
Hunter Biden Faces Contempt of Congress Vote Amid Mounting Evidence
The president’s son, Hunter Biden, faces a contempt of Congress charge vote in the U.S. House of Representatives amid mounting evidence and criticism.
Christian News
Christians Are Persecuted In Catholic Mexico, “There Is Strong Opposition to the Gospel”
The US-based International Christian Concern persecution watchdog group has published a new report highlighting the ongoing persecution of Evangelical church leaders, and Protestant Christians generally, in predominantly Catholic Mexico.
Nigeria: Two Abducted Methodist Pastors Remain in Captivity Despite Ransom Payment
Two United Methodist Church pastors in Nigeria’s Taraba state remain in captivity, and in danger of being killed, despite the UMC’s payment of a ransom demanded by the Islamic terrorists who abducted them on Dec. 19, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Rights groups have ranked Nigeria number one in the world for the numbers of Christians murdered and kidnapped by Islamic jihadists.
US Officially Lists Azerbaijan as a Violator of Religious Freedoms
In a move welcomed by religious rights advocates, the United States has for the first time officially listed the Republic of Azerbaijan as a country which violates religious freedom, Christianity Today (CT) reports. A part of the former Soviet Union until the dissolution of the USSR in 1991, Azerbaijan is a Muslim-majority transcontinental state which lies at the intersection of Eastern Europe and Western Asia.
Nigerian Army and Government Complicit in Fulani Attacks on Christians
Not only has the Nigerian army been protecting Islamic Fulani terrorists who move in and occupy Christian villages they have attacked but Nigeria’s federal government has directed national broadcast stations to stop reporting on the ongoing murderous Fulani attacks against Christians, Truth Nigeria reports.
Malaysia Rolling Out Controversial Digital ID
Malaysia has become the latest nation to start rolling out a digital identity document system called MyDigital ID, despite security concerns and fears of more government control over people’s lives.
Coalition Forces Strike Iranian-Backed Houthis in Yemen
After weeks of continuous attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea, coalition forces, led by the U.S. and the U.K., initiated major retaliatory strikes against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. This operation, marking the first significant counteroffensive against the Houthis, was supported by coalition partners from Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and Bahrain.
Papua New Guinea’s PM Declares State of Emergency As 16 Die In Unrest; Missionaries Concerned
Papua New Guinea's prime minister has declared a state of emergency across the Pacific island nation as at least 16 people were killed in unrest sparked by anger over a sudden pay cut to police and public sector workers.
Ecuador Plunging Into Civil War, Several Killed
At least 10 people were killed as Ecuador plunged further into civil war Wednesday, a day after gunmen stormed a television station in the country’s largest city.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Khamenei Says Crimes of ‘Zionist Entity’ Will Be Remembered After Its Destruction
The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, posted a tweet in Hebrew, sharply criticizing the "Zionist entity" for its "crimes" and will still be remembered after Israel is destroyed.
Inside the United States
Hunter Biden Faces Contempt of Congress Vote Amid Mounting Evidence
The president’s son, Hunter Biden, faces a contempt of Congress charge vote in the U.S. House of Representatives amid mounting evidence and criticism.
Christian News
Christians Are Persecuted In Catholic Mexico, “There Is Strong Opposition to the Gospel”
The US-based International Christian Concern persecution watchdog group has published a new report highlighting the ongoing persecution of Evangelical church leaders, and Protestant Christians generally, in predominantly Catholic Mexico.
Nigeria: Two Abducted Methodist Pastors Remain in Captivity Despite Ransom Payment
Two United Methodist Church pastors in Nigeria’s Taraba state remain in captivity, and in danger of being killed, despite the UMC’s payment of a ransom demanded by the Islamic terrorists who abducted them on Dec. 19, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Rights groups have ranked Nigeria number one in the world for the numbers of Christians murdered and kidnapped by Islamic jihadists.
US Officially Lists Azerbaijan as a Violator of Religious Freedoms
In a move welcomed by religious rights advocates, the United States has for the first time officially listed the Republic of Azerbaijan as a country which violates religious freedom, Christianity Today (CT) reports. A part of the former Soviet Union until the dissolution of the USSR in 1991, Azerbaijan is a Muslim-majority transcontinental state which lies at the intersection of Eastern Europe and Western Asia.
Nigerian Army and Government Complicit in Fulani Attacks on Christians
Not only has the Nigerian army been protecting Islamic Fulani terrorists who move in and occupy Christian villages they have attacked but Nigeria’s federal government has directed national broadcast stations to stop reporting on the ongoing murderous Fulani attacks against Christians, Truth Nigeria reports.
Around the World
NATO Holding Largest Exercises In Decades As Europe Prepares For War
The NATO military alliance confirmed Thursday that 90,000 troops will participate in its largest exercise since the Cold War to test its ability for an armed conflict with adversaries like Russia.
Iraq Wants US-Led Coalition To Leave
Iraq’s prime minister reiterated Thursday that the current U.S.-led military coalition helping his nation fight Islamic State militants should leave after he earlier expressed outrage about a U.S. airstrike in his nation.
Pakistan Attacks Iran After Missile Strike, Killing Several Civilians
Nuclear-armed Pakistan and increasingly nuclear-capable Iran were dangerously moving toward all-out war Thursday as Pakistan responded to an Iranian missile attack killing at least nine people, several sources said.
China Building Mega Port in South America To Expand Its Silk Road Project
China is building a mega port in Peru to open its silk highway to South America, Reuters News Agency reported.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Hints It Is Attacking Iran
Israel’s prime minister hinted Thursday that Israel has begun attacking Iran to prevent it from further striking the Jewish nation and obtaining nuclear weapons.
Israel Braces For War Against Lebanon’s Hezbollah
Israel on Thursday was bracing for a massive armed confrontation with the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia in neighboring Lebanon after warnings from the Israeli army’s chief of staff.
Inside the United States
Speaker to Biden: ‘Any Bill That Does Not … Secure The Border Is Not Acceptable’
President Joe Biden met with Congressional leaders on Wednesday to discuss funding for Ukraine and the U.S. border, among other issues, in a proposed national security supplemental bill.
US Bottled Water Contains Potentially Dangerous Nanoplastics, New Report Shows
While the US Food and Drugs Administration has said it is too early to raise the alarm over the issue, scientists at Columbia University have found that the average liter of bottled water contains over 240,000 potentially dangerous nanoplastics, DailyMail.com reports.
US Christians May Be Barred From Foster Parenting Under New Biden Administration Policy
The Biden administration has introduced a new child welfare policy that may prevent Christians and other persons of faith from becoming foster parents because of their views on LGBTQ issues. Announced by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in September, the policy would prohibit the placement of children with foster parents who refuse to support and affirm transgenderism for minors and/or who believe homosexuality is sinful.
Christian News
Pakistan: Police Refuse To Charge Muslim Who Tried to Rape Heavily Pregnant Christian Woman, Caused Her to Lose the Baby
Police in Punjab Province, Pakistan, have refused to file charges against a Muslim man who attempted to rape a heavily pregnant Christian co-worker and caused her to lose her unborn child in the process, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
India: Tens of Thousands of Manipur Christians Displaced Amid Conflict
As India’s Manipur state continues to be wracked by over eight months of violence, tens of thousands of Christians from the Kuki-Zo tribal community have now been displaced and at least 80 community members, including women and children, have died due to desperately poor living conditions and lack of healthcare, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Belarus Monitors Priests, Religious Groups
Hundreds of priests in autocratically-ruled Belarus have been warned that state agencies are monitoring them and hundreds of religious communities.
China Detains Elder Of Famed Underground Church in New Crackdown
A Christian advocacy group has urged prayers for Christians facing persecution in China after a church elder of one of China’s largest underground churches was detained for questioning.
NATO Holding Largest Exercises In Decades As Europe Prepares For War
The NATO military alliance confirmed Thursday that 90,000 troops will participate in its largest exercise since the Cold War to test its ability for an armed conflict with adversaries like Russia.
Iraq Wants US-Led Coalition To Leave
Iraq’s prime minister reiterated Thursday that the current U.S.-led military coalition helping his nation fight Islamic State militants should leave after he earlier expressed outrage about a U.S. airstrike in his nation.
Pakistan Attacks Iran After Missile Strike, Killing Several Civilians
Nuclear-armed Pakistan and increasingly nuclear-capable Iran were dangerously moving toward all-out war Thursday as Pakistan responded to an Iranian missile attack killing at least nine people, several sources said.
China Building Mega Port in South America To Expand Its Silk Road Project
China is building a mega port in Peru to open its silk highway to South America, Reuters News Agency reported.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Hints It Is Attacking Iran
Israel’s prime minister hinted Thursday that Israel has begun attacking Iran to prevent it from further striking the Jewish nation and obtaining nuclear weapons.
Israel Braces For War Against Lebanon’s Hezbollah
Israel on Thursday was bracing for a massive armed confrontation with the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia in neighboring Lebanon after warnings from the Israeli army’s chief of staff.
Inside the United States
Speaker to Biden: ‘Any Bill That Does Not … Secure The Border Is Not Acceptable’
President Joe Biden met with Congressional leaders on Wednesday to discuss funding for Ukraine and the U.S. border, among other issues, in a proposed national security supplemental bill.
US Bottled Water Contains Potentially Dangerous Nanoplastics, New Report Shows
While the US Food and Drugs Administration has said it is too early to raise the alarm over the issue, scientists at Columbia University have found that the average liter of bottled water contains over 240,000 potentially dangerous nanoplastics, DailyMail.com reports.
US Christians May Be Barred From Foster Parenting Under New Biden Administration Policy
The Biden administration has introduced a new child welfare policy that may prevent Christians and other persons of faith from becoming foster parents because of their views on LGBTQ issues. Announced by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in September, the policy would prohibit the placement of children with foster parents who refuse to support and affirm transgenderism for minors and/or who believe homosexuality is sinful.
Christian News
Pakistan: Police Refuse To Charge Muslim Who Tried to Rape Heavily Pregnant Christian Woman, Caused Her to Lose the Baby
Police in Punjab Province, Pakistan, have refused to file charges against a Muslim man who attempted to rape a heavily pregnant Christian co-worker and caused her to lose her unborn child in the process, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
India: Tens of Thousands of Manipur Christians Displaced Amid Conflict
As India’s Manipur state continues to be wracked by over eight months of violence, tens of thousands of Christians from the Kuki-Zo tribal community have now been displaced and at least 80 community members, including women and children, have died due to desperately poor living conditions and lack of healthcare, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Belarus Monitors Priests, Religious Groups
Hundreds of priests in autocratically-ruled Belarus have been warned that state agencies are monitoring them and hundreds of religious communities.
China Detains Elder Of Famed Underground Church in New Crackdown
A Christian advocacy group has urged prayers for Christians facing persecution in China after a church elder of one of China’s largest underground churches was detained for questioning.