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Around the World
North Korea Says Detained U.S. Soldier Admits ‘Illegally’ Entering Nation
Pyongyang has, for the first time, commented on the detention of Travis King, saying the detained U.S. soldier admitted to legally entering North Korea on July 18.
UK: Heart attack hospitalizations at record level since pandemic
Record numbers of people have been hospitalized with heart attacks in the wake of the pandemic, official figures show.
UN: Islamic State still has thousands of fighters in Syria/Iraq
United Nations experts warned this week that there are still between 5,000 and 7,000 Islamic State terrorists in Syria and Iraq, and that the terror group presents a serious threat in Afghanistan as well, the Associated Press reports.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel “will cease to exist” if there is a new war, Hezbollah leader says
Amid heightened tensions on Israel’s border with Lebanon, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah announced Monday that Israel will “cease to exist” if a new conflict between the Israeli military and the Iran-backed Lebanese terror group should ignite, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports.
Netanyahu, Levin said seeking to freeze overhaul for a year to focus on Haredi draft law
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Justice Minister Yariv Levin are leading a push to freeze any future legislation of the judicial overhaul for an entire year, the Israel Hayom news site reports, citing senior coalition officials.
Israel may uproot ancient Christian mosaic, send it to US Evangelical museum
An ancient Christian mosaic bearing an early reference to Jesus as God is at the center of a controversy that has riled archaeologists: Should the centuries-old decorated floor, which is near what’s believed to be the site of the prophesied Armageddon, be uprooted and loaned to a US museum that has been criticized for past acquisition practices?
Inside the United States
Trump faces at least 9 legal battles ahead of and through 2024 election after Georgia indictment
Former President Donald Trump is facing numerous legal battles before the 2024 presidential election and argues he's being charged with offenses during campaign season.
Pro-life leaders press GOP candidates to defend abortion limits as state ballot fights loom
Last week’s constitutional amendment vote in Ohio is just the start of a wide-ranging plan to obliterate abortion limits in red states, say pro-life advocates, who are urging Republican leaders, starting with the presidential primary candidates, to fight back.
DC dealt more harshly with pro-life protesters than Black Lives Matter, federal court rules
Washington, D.C., unfairly enforced its "defacement" ordinances by dealing more harshly with pro-life protesters than with Black Lives Matter activists, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday.
Trump and 18 others indicted in Georgia for conspiring to overturn 2020 election result
Former President Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants, including former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows and attorneys John Eastman, Rudy Giuliani, and Jenna Ellis, were indicted Monday for alleged violation of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act and conspiring to overturn Joe Biden’s 2020 general election win in Fulton County, Georgia, the Washington Examiner reports. This is the fourth indictment brought against the former president in less than five months.
Christian News
Eritrea: 13 Christians released after 10 years in jail, 300 more believers still imprisoned
Thirteen Christians in Eritrea were released from jail late last month, after being wrongfully imprisoned without charge for 10 years, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Nigeria: 21 villagers murdered by Islamic militants in Plateau state
Suspected Islamic Fulani extremists murdered 21 people during an attack in northern Nigeria’s Plateau state last week, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Islamic extremists, including radicalized Fulani herdsmen and members of the Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa terror groups, have murdered over 52,000 Christians in Nigeria since 2015.
North Korea Says Detained U.S. Soldier Admits ‘Illegally’ Entering Nation
Pyongyang has, for the first time, commented on the detention of Travis King, saying the detained U.S. soldier admitted to legally entering North Korea on July 18.
UK: Heart attack hospitalizations at record level since pandemic
Record numbers of people have been hospitalized with heart attacks in the wake of the pandemic, official figures show.
UN: Islamic State still has thousands of fighters in Syria/Iraq
United Nations experts warned this week that there are still between 5,000 and 7,000 Islamic State terrorists in Syria and Iraq, and that the terror group presents a serious threat in Afghanistan as well, the Associated Press reports.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel “will cease to exist” if there is a new war, Hezbollah leader says
Amid heightened tensions on Israel’s border with Lebanon, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah announced Monday that Israel will “cease to exist” if a new conflict between the Israeli military and the Iran-backed Lebanese terror group should ignite, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports.
Netanyahu, Levin said seeking to freeze overhaul for a year to focus on Haredi draft law
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Justice Minister Yariv Levin are leading a push to freeze any future legislation of the judicial overhaul for an entire year, the Israel Hayom news site reports, citing senior coalition officials.
Israel may uproot ancient Christian mosaic, send it to US Evangelical museum
An ancient Christian mosaic bearing an early reference to Jesus as God is at the center of a controversy that has riled archaeologists: Should the centuries-old decorated floor, which is near what’s believed to be the site of the prophesied Armageddon, be uprooted and loaned to a US museum that has been criticized for past acquisition practices?
Inside the United States
Trump faces at least 9 legal battles ahead of and through 2024 election after Georgia indictment
Former President Donald Trump is facing numerous legal battles before the 2024 presidential election and argues he's being charged with offenses during campaign season.
Pro-life leaders press GOP candidates to defend abortion limits as state ballot fights loom
Last week’s constitutional amendment vote in Ohio is just the start of a wide-ranging plan to obliterate abortion limits in red states, say pro-life advocates, who are urging Republican leaders, starting with the presidential primary candidates, to fight back.
DC dealt more harshly with pro-life protesters than Black Lives Matter, federal court rules
Washington, D.C., unfairly enforced its "defacement" ordinances by dealing more harshly with pro-life protesters than with Black Lives Matter activists, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday.
Trump and 18 others indicted in Georgia for conspiring to overturn 2020 election result
Former President Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants, including former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows and attorneys John Eastman, Rudy Giuliani, and Jenna Ellis, were indicted Monday for alleged violation of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act and conspiring to overturn Joe Biden’s 2020 general election win in Fulton County, Georgia, the Washington Examiner reports. This is the fourth indictment brought against the former president in less than five months.
Christian News
Eritrea: 13 Christians released after 10 years in jail, 300 more believers still imprisoned
Thirteen Christians in Eritrea were released from jail late last month, after being wrongfully imprisoned without charge for 10 years, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Nigeria: 21 villagers murdered by Islamic militants in Plateau state
Suspected Islamic Fulani extremists murdered 21 people during an attack in northern Nigeria’s Plateau state last week, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Islamic extremists, including radicalized Fulani herdsmen and members of the Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa terror groups, have murdered over 52,000 Christians in Nigeria since 2015.
Around the World
EU’s New Internet Law Raises Censorship Concerns
With days left before new European Union internet legislation is enforced, concerns are growing about freedom of speech protection across the 27-nation bloc.
Ukraine’s President Fires ‘Corrupt Officials’ As Battles Rage (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine's president has confirmed that he had fired dozens of conscription officials accused of taking bribes and smuggling people out of the country to avoid being called to serve in the army. The announcement came as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues with attacks and counter-attacks reported by both sides.
‘Black Day’ For India’s Suffering Dalits
Indian Christians have observed an annual "Black Day" to remember suffering Christians and Muslims among Dalits consigned by the Hindu hierarchy to the dirtiest occupations.
Dozens of Migrants Drown Near Italy
Dozens of migrants fleeing war, persecution, and poverty, including several children, have died after a boat carrying them sank off Italy's Lampedusa Island in the Strait of Sicily, survivors said.
Norwegian Dam Collapses In Deadly Flooding
Norway’s prime minister warned his Nordic nation to prepare for more floods after a massive dam on a Norwegian river partly collapsed following heavy rain.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel’s Military Cohesion, Preparedness Threatened as Judicial Reform Sparks Backlash
The judicial overhaul launched by the Israeli government at the beginning of the year has plunged Israel into a major crisis, striking to the heart of what was the country’s consensus: its military.
Inside the United States
Judge upholds Nebraska law banning abortion at 12 weeks, Transgender Restrictions for Children
A Nebraska judge upheld the state’s bans on abortion after 12 weeks and gender-affirming care on Friday, dealing a blow to advocacy groups who had challenged the law.
Suspected terrorism funder arrested after being released into U.S. at border
Another foreign national who entered the U.S. illegally and was released into the country by the Biden administration had an extensive criminal record and was wanted in Venezuela for financing terrorism.
Scores Killed In “Catastrophic” Hawaii Wildfires
The governor of the U.S. island state of Hawaii has described wildfires here as “catastrophic,” with the confirmed death toll rising to 96.
Christian News
Christians concerned as Pakistan passes even harsher laws against non-Muslims
Christian leaders and civil rights advocates have expressed alarm at Pakistan’s recent passing of the Criminal Laws (Amendment) Act 2023, which increases already-harsh punishment for blasphemy offenses against Islam, and the National Commission for Minorities Bill 2023, which places minority rights at risk, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
India: Christian teacher charged with human trafficking for escorting students to Bible institute
A Christian teacher in central India has been violently attacked by police and charged with human trafficking for escorting a small group of tribal Christian students by bus from their home state of Chhattisgarh to a Bible institute in Kerala state, with their parents’ consent, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
‘Forever Marked by God’: 12,000 Youth from 230 Churches Seek God Together Before School Year
Thousands of middle school, high school, and college students' lives were changed recently as they engaged in prayer, worship, and Bible study at the latest Motion Student Conference.
TN MegaChurch Experiences ‘Genuine Move of God’ as 136 Get Spontaneously Baptized
A Tennessee megachurch had to put one of its services on hold Sunday because so many people were spontaneously coming forward to get baptized.
EU’s New Internet Law Raises Censorship Concerns
With days left before new European Union internet legislation is enforced, concerns are growing about freedom of speech protection across the 27-nation bloc.
Ukraine’s President Fires ‘Corrupt Officials’ As Battles Rage (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine's president has confirmed that he had fired dozens of conscription officials accused of taking bribes and smuggling people out of the country to avoid being called to serve in the army. The announcement came as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues with attacks and counter-attacks reported by both sides.
‘Black Day’ For India’s Suffering Dalits
Indian Christians have observed an annual "Black Day" to remember suffering Christians and Muslims among Dalits consigned by the Hindu hierarchy to the dirtiest occupations.
Dozens of Migrants Drown Near Italy
Dozens of migrants fleeing war, persecution, and poverty, including several children, have died after a boat carrying them sank off Italy's Lampedusa Island in the Strait of Sicily, survivors said.
Norwegian Dam Collapses In Deadly Flooding
Norway’s prime minister warned his Nordic nation to prepare for more floods after a massive dam on a Norwegian river partly collapsed following heavy rain.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel’s Military Cohesion, Preparedness Threatened as Judicial Reform Sparks Backlash
The judicial overhaul launched by the Israeli government at the beginning of the year has plunged Israel into a major crisis, striking to the heart of what was the country’s consensus: its military.
Inside the United States
Judge upholds Nebraska law banning abortion at 12 weeks, Transgender Restrictions for Children
A Nebraska judge upheld the state’s bans on abortion after 12 weeks and gender-affirming care on Friday, dealing a blow to advocacy groups who had challenged the law.
Suspected terrorism funder arrested after being released into U.S. at border
Another foreign national who entered the U.S. illegally and was released into the country by the Biden administration had an extensive criminal record and was wanted in Venezuela for financing terrorism.
Scores Killed In “Catastrophic” Hawaii Wildfires
The governor of the U.S. island state of Hawaii has described wildfires here as “catastrophic,” with the confirmed death toll rising to 96.
Christian News
Christians concerned as Pakistan passes even harsher laws against non-Muslims
Christian leaders and civil rights advocates have expressed alarm at Pakistan’s recent passing of the Criminal Laws (Amendment) Act 2023, which increases already-harsh punishment for blasphemy offenses against Islam, and the National Commission for Minorities Bill 2023, which places minority rights at risk, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
India: Christian teacher charged with human trafficking for escorting students to Bible institute
A Christian teacher in central India has been violently attacked by police and charged with human trafficking for escorting a small group of tribal Christian students by bus from their home state of Chhattisgarh to a Bible institute in Kerala state, with their parents’ consent, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
‘Forever Marked by God’: 12,000 Youth from 230 Churches Seek God Together Before School Year
Thousands of middle school, high school, and college students' lives were changed recently as they engaged in prayer, worship, and Bible study at the latest Motion Student Conference.
TN MegaChurch Experiences ‘Genuine Move of God’ as 136 Get Spontaneously Baptized
A Tennessee megachurch had to put one of its services on hold Sunday because so many people were spontaneously coming forward to get baptized.
Around the World
Russia Speeding To Moon In Space Race
Russia sped up a space race Friday as it tried to reach the moon after nearly half a century ahead of an Indian spacecraft.
Russian Attack Kills 7, Including Family As Attacks Spread
Local authorities in Ukraine’s southern Kherson region have declared Monday an official day of mourning after a Russian attack killed seven people, including a 23-day-old baby girl, her 12-year-old brother, and their parents. “Today, the Kherson region shuddered from terrible news,” Governor Oleksandr Prokudin wrote on the social media network Telegram shortly after Sunday’s artillery strike.
Biden Admin, Iran Reach $6B Deal: ‘Largest Hostage Ransom Payment’ in US History
The Biden administration has agreed to pay Iran $6 billion for the release of five imprisoned Americans, but experts say this will only encourage Iran to seek more hostages as a "lucrative means of international extortion for Iran's supreme leader."
Iran close to testing nuclear weapons for first time – European intel
The Islamic Republic of Iran is close to possibly testing a nuclear weapons device and has sought to obtain illicit technology for its active atomic weapons program, according to a series of shocking European intelligence reports released in 2023.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu calls off vacation, holds IDF preparedness meeting
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu canceled a planned vacation in the Golan and called a meeting with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and the heads of the IDF on Sunday.
Iranian munitions storage facility destroyed in attack attributed to Israel
An Iranian depot located in Damascus, and containing munitions collected over time was targeted and completely destroyed, early on Sunday, according to the UK- based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The opposition group did not say if the attack was carried out by aircraft or came overland but did say that there was no knowledge of casualties.
Israel’s Strategic Affairs Minister to visit U.S. over Saudi deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly sending his Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer to Washington, next week, for talks with U.S. officials about a potential normalization deal with Saudi Arabia.
Inside the United States
Maui Wildfires Now Deadliest US Fire in Past Century
Wildfires have devastated parts of Maui in Hawaii this week, destroying a historic town and forcing evacuations. The National Weather Service said Hurricane Dora, which passed south of the island chain, was partly to blame for strong winds that initially drove the flames, knocking out power and grounding firefighting helicopters.
US to Invest $1.2 Billion on Facilities to Pull Carbon From Air
The U.S. government said Friday it will spend up to $1.2 billion for two pioneering facilities to vacuum carbon out of the air, a historic gamble on a still developing technology to combat global warming that is criticized by some experts.
‘Strong-arming’: Appeals court judges compare Biden social media pressure to mafia
Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Jennifer Walker Elrod declared in court that the Biden administration's efforts to persuade social media companies to remove, throttle and suppress purported misinformation on COVID-19, Hunter Biden's laptop and elections reminded her of a mafia movie.
Illinois Supreme Court finds assault weapons ban constitutional
The Illinois State Supreme Court found a strict assault weapons ban passed after the Highland Park shooting to be constitutional in a ruling issued Friday.
U.S. suicides hit an all-time high last year
About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.
Christian News
Iran Detains Scores Of Christians Ahead Of Anniversary
Iran has detained scores of Christians ahead of the first anniversary of the death in custody of a young Kurdish woman, Christians said as more details on the crackdown emerged Friday.
Canadian Supreme Court refuses to hear appeals over worship restrictions on churches
The Supreme Court of Canada has declined to hear appeals from churches in Ontario and British Columbia that challenged pandemic restrictions on in-person worship. The churches had been fined hundreds of thousands of dollars for violating gathering limits.
Russia Speeding To Moon In Space Race
Russia sped up a space race Friday as it tried to reach the moon after nearly half a century ahead of an Indian spacecraft.
Russian Attack Kills 7, Including Family As Attacks Spread
Local authorities in Ukraine’s southern Kherson region have declared Monday an official day of mourning after a Russian attack killed seven people, including a 23-day-old baby girl, her 12-year-old brother, and their parents. “Today, the Kherson region shuddered from terrible news,” Governor Oleksandr Prokudin wrote on the social media network Telegram shortly after Sunday’s artillery strike.
Biden Admin, Iran Reach $6B Deal: ‘Largest Hostage Ransom Payment’ in US History
The Biden administration has agreed to pay Iran $6 billion for the release of five imprisoned Americans, but experts say this will only encourage Iran to seek more hostages as a "lucrative means of international extortion for Iran's supreme leader."
Iran close to testing nuclear weapons for first time – European intel
The Islamic Republic of Iran is close to possibly testing a nuclear weapons device and has sought to obtain illicit technology for its active atomic weapons program, according to a series of shocking European intelligence reports released in 2023.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu calls off vacation, holds IDF preparedness meeting
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu canceled a planned vacation in the Golan and called a meeting with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and the heads of the IDF on Sunday.
Iranian munitions storage facility destroyed in attack attributed to Israel
An Iranian depot located in Damascus, and containing munitions collected over time was targeted and completely destroyed, early on Sunday, according to the UK- based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The opposition group did not say if the attack was carried out by aircraft or came overland but did say that there was no knowledge of casualties.
Israel’s Strategic Affairs Minister to visit U.S. over Saudi deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly sending his Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer to Washington, next week, for talks with U.S. officials about a potential normalization deal with Saudi Arabia.
Inside the United States
Maui Wildfires Now Deadliest US Fire in Past Century
Wildfires have devastated parts of Maui in Hawaii this week, destroying a historic town and forcing evacuations. The National Weather Service said Hurricane Dora, which passed south of the island chain, was partly to blame for strong winds that initially drove the flames, knocking out power and grounding firefighting helicopters.
US to Invest $1.2 Billion on Facilities to Pull Carbon From Air
The U.S. government said Friday it will spend up to $1.2 billion for two pioneering facilities to vacuum carbon out of the air, a historic gamble on a still developing technology to combat global warming that is criticized by some experts.
‘Strong-arming’: Appeals court judges compare Biden social media pressure to mafia
Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Jennifer Walker Elrod declared in court that the Biden administration's efforts to persuade social media companies to remove, throttle and suppress purported misinformation on COVID-19, Hunter Biden's laptop and elections reminded her of a mafia movie.
Illinois Supreme Court finds assault weapons ban constitutional
The Illinois State Supreme Court found a strict assault weapons ban passed after the Highland Park shooting to be constitutional in a ruling issued Friday.
U.S. suicides hit an all-time high last year
About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.
Christian News
Iran Detains Scores Of Christians Ahead Of Anniversary
Iran has detained scores of Christians ahead of the first anniversary of the death in custody of a young Kurdish woman, Christians said as more details on the crackdown emerged Friday.
Canadian Supreme Court refuses to hear appeals over worship restrictions on churches
The Supreme Court of Canada has declined to hear appeals from churches in Ontario and British Columbia that challenged pandemic restrictions on in-person worship. The churches had been fined hundreds of thousands of dollars for violating gathering limits.