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Around the World
UN Watchdog Condemns Nuclear Traces In Iran
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has condemned Iran after finding nuclear material at three undeclared sites amid concerns the Islamic nation will soon have atomic weapons.
Iran Removes Two IAEA Surveillance Cameras From Nuclear Facility
Iran removed two surveillance cameras of the International Atomic Energy Agency from one of its nuclear facilities on Wednesday, state television reported, a move that is likely to raise tensions with the UN nuclear watchdog.
FBI seizes retired general’s data, accuses him of being agent for Qatar
A retired Marine Corps general who once led U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan and later publicly backed Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign is facing scrutiny over allegations that he illegally lobbied government officials on behalf of the Persian Gulf nation of Qatar.
Massive 8.4 Earthquake Hits Russia’s Lake Baikal At Tough Time
Russian rescue services began a search operation for possible destruction or casualties after a magnitude 8.4 earthquake hit the Lake Baikal area near Russia's Irkutsk city officials said.
Developing countries face hunger due to Russian invasion of Ukraine
Developing countries like Somalia are facing famine as Russia’s blockade of Ukrainian ports prevents the distribution of grain, Sky News has reported. Ukraine exported sufficient grain to feed 400 million around the world last year, but this supply has been largely stopped since the ongoing Russian invasion.
Police Detain Driver After Crashing Car In Berlin Crowd, Killing One
German police say they have detained the driver who reportedly deliberately drove his car into students in the capital Berlin killing the teacher.
American serviceman suspected of deliberately causing blast at US base in Syria
The United States Army has announced it is investigating whether a US serviceman deliberately detonated the explosives which injured four Americans in a blast at the Green Village US base in northern Syria on April 7, the Independent UK reports.
Moscow To Annex More Territory In Ukraine
Ukraine’s strategic Kherson region, which the Russian military captured, will soon reunify with Russia, the local pro-Moscow authorities say.
Iran Train Derailment Kills Many, Injures Dozens
At least 10 people were killed and dozens injured after three train carriages derailed between the towns of Mashhad and Yazd, Iranian state media reported Wednesday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Rejects US-Brokered Peace Talks With Palestinian Authority
Israel has rejected a proposal by U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration to hold a high-level summit with the Palestinian Authority, officials said Wednesday.
Israel makes dramatic upgrades to military plans to attack Iran
In face of Iran’s continued development of a nuclear capability, the Israeli Air Force has developed a new capability to be able to fly its F-35 stealth fighter jets from Israel to the Islamic Republic without requiring mid-air refueling.
Netanyahu in talks to court MK from PM’s party in bid to end government
Opposition Leader Benjamin Netanyahu has been holding talks with a member of Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's Yamina party to convince him to defect and bring about the collapse of the governing coalition, Ynet has learned on Wednesday.
Inside the United States
New York pro-life pregnancy center allegedly ‘firebombed’ by left-wing group, investigation launched
Authorities in New York launched an arson investigation after a pro-life Christian pregnancy center in Buffalo was allegedly targeted by vandals and lit on fire.
Armed Man Detained Near Conservative Judge Kavanaugh
An armed man who made threats against Brett Kavanaugh was detained early Wednesday near the conservative U.S. Supreme Court justice's Maryland home, the court confirmed.
Christian News
State Department report highlights constitutional violations of religious freedom in Nigeria
The Nigerian government has actively persecuted religion, contrary to the provision of religious freedom in Nigeria’s constitution, the US State Department found in its Annual Report on International Religious Freedom (IRF) published on June 2.
US State Department publishes annual report on worldwide religious freedom
he US Department of State has now published its 2021 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom, setting out the status of religious freedom in each country in the world, International Christian Concern (ICC reports). The USIRF report to Congress found that a number of countries with poor records on religious freedom had made significant improvements: these countries include Morocco, Taiwan and Iraq, ICC said. However, the situation is extremely severe and/or deteriorating in numerous other countries, including Pakistan and Yemen.
Pakistan Bails Mentally Challenged Christian After 3 Years In Jail
A mentally challenged Christian man has been released on bail after spending three years in a Pakistani jail on trumped-up charges of blasphemy against Islam, his lawyer told Worthy News late Tuesday.
Worthy Watch
FDA: “Significantly Elevated Risks” and “Long-Term Effects” from Vaccinations
In a June 2022 Panel, an FDA official stated, "the adjusted rate ratios are all elevated, some of them significantly elevated" for Myocarditis as a result of the mRNA vaccines. "There can be long-term, residual effects of myocarditis."
Airlines Forced to Ground Jets Without Pilots
The question must be asked, "Why is there a shortage of pilots?"
On the floor of the house, Rep. Chip Roy explains “Why we have a 2nd amendment?”
“We have a Second Amendment because we understand in this country that there are some things, inalienable rights, that you cannot justly take away from a free and equal human being," stated Rep. Chip Roy (R-Tx). He continued, "Tyrants disarm the people they intend to oppress!"
Milwaukee Brewers Promote Pride Month by Hosting a Pre-Game Drag Queen Show
The Milwaukee Brewers baseball team is hosting Pride Night Wednesday at their American Family Field, however, the main event is far from family-friendly.
Soros-Backed Investors Buy Dozens of Spanish Language Radio Stations
A group of Hispanic investors with backing from leftist billionaire George Soros have purchased 18 radio stations across 10 cities. The deal was worth roughly $60 million.
Worthy Insights
New York church invites drag queens for Pentecost service: ‘Worship is a Drag’
A church in upstate New York marked LGBT pride month by hosting a pair of drag queens at a worship service.
Methodist Church’s First Drag Queen Pastor: ‘God Is Nothing’
Last year, the United Methodist Church accepted Isaac Simmons, who regularly preaches dressed as a drag queen under the name Ms. Penny Cost, as a candidate for ordination. Since that time, Simmons, who serves as an associate pastor at Hope United Methodist Church in Bloomington, Illinois, has challenged basic theological concepts, projecting a worldview where divinity rests not in God but in queerness.
Did X-Files Predict the Future?
On a video going viral on Twitter, these X-Files snippets are from the 6th episode of their 10th season shot aired on February 22, 2016.
Healthy Young People Are Dying Suddenly and Unexpectedly
Sudden Adult Death Syndrome, or Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS), is an “umbrella term to describe unexpected deaths in young people”, usually under 40, when a post-mortem can find no obvious cause of death, according to the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).
UN Watchdog Condemns Nuclear Traces In Iran
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has condemned Iran after finding nuclear material at three undeclared sites amid concerns the Islamic nation will soon have atomic weapons.
Iran Removes Two IAEA Surveillance Cameras From Nuclear Facility
Iran removed two surveillance cameras of the International Atomic Energy Agency from one of its nuclear facilities on Wednesday, state television reported, a move that is likely to raise tensions with the UN nuclear watchdog.
FBI seizes retired general’s data, accuses him of being agent for Qatar
A retired Marine Corps general who once led U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan and later publicly backed Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign is facing scrutiny over allegations that he illegally lobbied government officials on behalf of the Persian Gulf nation of Qatar.
Massive 8.4 Earthquake Hits Russia’s Lake Baikal At Tough Time
Russian rescue services began a search operation for possible destruction or casualties after a magnitude 8.4 earthquake hit the Lake Baikal area near Russia's Irkutsk city officials said.
Developing countries face hunger due to Russian invasion of Ukraine
Developing countries like Somalia are facing famine as Russia’s blockade of Ukrainian ports prevents the distribution of grain, Sky News has reported. Ukraine exported sufficient grain to feed 400 million around the world last year, but this supply has been largely stopped since the ongoing Russian invasion.
Police Detain Driver After Crashing Car In Berlin Crowd, Killing One
German police say they have detained the driver who reportedly deliberately drove his car into students in the capital Berlin killing the teacher.
American serviceman suspected of deliberately causing blast at US base in Syria
The United States Army has announced it is investigating whether a US serviceman deliberately detonated the explosives which injured four Americans in a blast at the Green Village US base in northern Syria on April 7, the Independent UK reports.
Moscow To Annex More Territory In Ukraine
Ukraine’s strategic Kherson region, which the Russian military captured, will soon reunify with Russia, the local pro-Moscow authorities say.
Iran Train Derailment Kills Many, Injures Dozens
At least 10 people were killed and dozens injured after three train carriages derailed between the towns of Mashhad and Yazd, Iranian state media reported Wednesday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Rejects US-Brokered Peace Talks With Palestinian Authority
Israel has rejected a proposal by U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration to hold a high-level summit with the Palestinian Authority, officials said Wednesday.
Israel makes dramatic upgrades to military plans to attack Iran
In face of Iran’s continued development of a nuclear capability, the Israeli Air Force has developed a new capability to be able to fly its F-35 stealth fighter jets from Israel to the Islamic Republic without requiring mid-air refueling.
Netanyahu in talks to court MK from PM’s party in bid to end government
Opposition Leader Benjamin Netanyahu has been holding talks with a member of Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's Yamina party to convince him to defect and bring about the collapse of the governing coalition, Ynet has learned on Wednesday.
Inside the United States
New York pro-life pregnancy center allegedly ‘firebombed’ by left-wing group, investigation launched
Authorities in New York launched an arson investigation after a pro-life Christian pregnancy center in Buffalo was allegedly targeted by vandals and lit on fire.
Armed Man Detained Near Conservative Judge Kavanaugh
An armed man who made threats against Brett Kavanaugh was detained early Wednesday near the conservative U.S. Supreme Court justice's Maryland home, the court confirmed.
Christian News
State Department report highlights constitutional violations of religious freedom in Nigeria
The Nigerian government has actively persecuted religion, contrary to the provision of religious freedom in Nigeria’s constitution, the US State Department found in its Annual Report on International Religious Freedom (IRF) published on June 2.
US State Department publishes annual report on worldwide religious freedom
he US Department of State has now published its 2021 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom, setting out the status of religious freedom in each country in the world, International Christian Concern (ICC reports). The USIRF report to Congress found that a number of countries with poor records on religious freedom had made significant improvements: these countries include Morocco, Taiwan and Iraq, ICC said. However, the situation is extremely severe and/or deteriorating in numerous other countries, including Pakistan and Yemen.
Pakistan Bails Mentally Challenged Christian After 3 Years In Jail
A mentally challenged Christian man has been released on bail after spending three years in a Pakistani jail on trumped-up charges of blasphemy against Islam, his lawyer told Worthy News late Tuesday.
Worthy Watch
FDA: “Significantly Elevated Risks” and “Long-Term Effects” from Vaccinations
In a June 2022 Panel, an FDA official stated, "the adjusted rate ratios are all elevated, some of them significantly elevated" for Myocarditis as a result of the mRNA vaccines. "There can be long-term, residual effects of myocarditis."
Airlines Forced to Ground Jets Without Pilots
The question must be asked, "Why is there a shortage of pilots?"
On the floor of the house, Rep. Chip Roy explains “Why we have a 2nd amendment?”
“We have a Second Amendment because we understand in this country that there are some things, inalienable rights, that you cannot justly take away from a free and equal human being," stated Rep. Chip Roy (R-Tx). He continued, "Tyrants disarm the people they intend to oppress!"
Milwaukee Brewers Promote Pride Month by Hosting a Pre-Game Drag Queen Show
The Milwaukee Brewers baseball team is hosting Pride Night Wednesday at their American Family Field, however, the main event is far from family-friendly.
Soros-Backed Investors Buy Dozens of Spanish Language Radio Stations
A group of Hispanic investors with backing from leftist billionaire George Soros have purchased 18 radio stations across 10 cities. The deal was worth roughly $60 million.
Worthy Insights
New York church invites drag queens for Pentecost service: ‘Worship is a Drag’
A church in upstate New York marked LGBT pride month by hosting a pair of drag queens at a worship service.
Methodist Church’s First Drag Queen Pastor: ‘God Is Nothing’
Last year, the United Methodist Church accepted Isaac Simmons, who regularly preaches dressed as a drag queen under the name Ms. Penny Cost, as a candidate for ordination. Since that time, Simmons, who serves as an associate pastor at Hope United Methodist Church in Bloomington, Illinois, has challenged basic theological concepts, projecting a worldview where divinity rests not in God but in queerness.
Did X-Files Predict the Future?
On a video going viral on Twitter, these X-Files snippets are from the 6th episode of their 10th season shot aired on February 22, 2016.
Healthy Young People Are Dying Suddenly and Unexpectedly
Sudden Adult Death Syndrome, or Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS), is an “umbrella term to describe unexpected deaths in young people”, usually under 40, when a post-mortem can find no obvious cause of death, according to the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).
Around the World
Every cancer patient enters remission after drug trial, study reveals
A recent drug trial administered to a handful of cancer patients had the surprising result of eliminating the disease in every participant involved.
UN Atomic Agency chief: Iran “very close” to crossing nuclear threshold, “it’s going to happen”
The head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog has stated it is now inevitable that Iran will indeed cross the uranium enrichment threshold necessary to produce several nuclear bombs, the Jewish National Syndicate (JNS) reports. International Atomic Energy Agency Director Rafael Grossi gave his assessment Monday at the IAEA’s Board of Governors meeting in Vienna, which will run until June 10.
Trial Begins Over Killing Dutch Journalist
Dutch prosecutors on Tuesday demanded life imprisonment against two men who have gone on trial in the Netherlands over the murder of leading crime reporter Peter R. de Vries.
Syria, Russia carry out joint exercise after alleged Israeli air strikes
The air forces of Russia and Syria conducted a joint drill over the war-torn country Tuesday, the first since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began more than three months ago, Syria’s Defense Ministry said.
Iran Has Enough Fissile Material for 3 Nuclear Warheads
Iran has enough fissile material to produce three nuclear warheads, an Israeli official said Monday, according to a report published by Israel Hayom.
UK: Monkeypox upgraded to same severity level as leprosy and plague
Monkeypox has been upgraded to the same category as diseases including plague and leprosy, with doctors required to notify health authorities of every case.
Ukraine Forces Battle In ‘Dead Cities’
Between massive death and destruction, Ukrainian forces were still holding out in the eastern city of Severodonetsk despite being outnumbered by Russian forces, Ukraine’s president said.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel slams UNHRC: ‘Biased one-sided report tainted with hatred for Israel’
Israel's Foreign Ministry responded to the release Tuesday of a report by the UN Human Rights Council's Commission of Inquiry against Israel over Israel's efforts to defend itself from the thousands of rocket and mortar attacks fired by terrorist organizations during Operation Guardian of the Walls in May, 2021.
Iran threatens to ‘raze Tel Aviv and Haifa’ amid revenge attack concerns
Iran has threatened to “raze Tel Aviv and Haifa” amid concerns that it is planning attacks on Israeli nationals and targets abroad, the Iranian state news agency reported Tuesday.
Inside the United States
Idaho Satanic Temple promotes ‘family friendly’ drag dance party with ‘unbaptisms’
The Satanic Temple Idaho is promoting a "family friendly" pride celebration featuring a "drag dance party" with "unbaptisms" performed by the temple.
US has thrown away 82 million COVID-19 vaccines, CDC
Over 82 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been wasted since the start of the pandemic, including roughly 11% distributed by the federal government, according to the Center for Disease Control.
Internal Capitol Police review found sweeping intelligence, security failures on Pelosi’s watch
Capitol Police compiled a secret after-action review months after the Jan. 6 riots that identified sweeping blunders by the department ranging from delayed deployment of specialized civil disturbance units to the fateful dismantling of an intelligence unit that monitored social media for threats.
Christian News
Iran Pastor 10 Years In Jail After Losing Appeal
An Iranian pastor has lost his appeal against a ten-year jail term for running a “house church” at his home in Iran’s capital, Tehran, trial observers confirmed Tuesday.
Myanmar: Military junta continues systematic destruction of Christian homes
As Myanmar’s Tatmadaw military junta continues its deadly rampage against opponents and non-Buddhists, Christians in the country’s central regions are being terrorized as the army systematically destroys hundreds of their homes, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
SBC sex abuse survivors release statement proposing immediate reforms
Following the release of a catastrophic report on the systemic cover-up of sexual abuse in the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), seven survivors of such abuse in the denomination have published a statement calling for reform and the immediate implementation of specific measures, including the establishment of a restoration fund for victims, Church Leaders reports.
India States Detain Pastors Over ‘Forced Conversions,’ Death
A pastor and his wife are among the first Christians to face prosecution under controversial anti-conversion legislation that has been introduced in India's southwestern state of Karnataka, while another couple faces similar charges elsewhere in India. Pastor V. Kuriyachan, 62, and his wife Selenamma, 57, were detained for two weeks shortly after Karnataka's governor signed the legislation on May 17, for allegedly converting Hindus to Christianity, police and Christians said.
Worthy Watch
Whistleblowers Claim FBI Purging Conservatives
Congressman Jim Jordan claims multiple whistleblowers have come forward claiming that the FBI is purging conservatives from the bureau.
Daily Caller Covers ‘How the Democrats Have Become the Centrist Party’
This video produced by the Daily Caller Foundation details the stance of the Democrat party on key issues such as gun control, abortion, immigration, and gender identification.
Great Wealth Migration
According to the IRS report, a wealth exodus from blue states to red states occurred over the past year.
Biden Claims Strong Economic Recovery
“My plans have produced the strongest, fastest, most widespread economic recovery America has ever experienced—with record jobs, record small businesses, and wages rising,” President Joe Biden stated.
Every cancer patient enters remission after drug trial, study reveals
A recent drug trial administered to a handful of cancer patients had the surprising result of eliminating the disease in every participant involved.
UN Atomic Agency chief: Iran “very close” to crossing nuclear threshold, “it’s going to happen”
The head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog has stated it is now inevitable that Iran will indeed cross the uranium enrichment threshold necessary to produce several nuclear bombs, the Jewish National Syndicate (JNS) reports. International Atomic Energy Agency Director Rafael Grossi gave his assessment Monday at the IAEA’s Board of Governors meeting in Vienna, which will run until June 10.
Trial Begins Over Killing Dutch Journalist
Dutch prosecutors on Tuesday demanded life imprisonment against two men who have gone on trial in the Netherlands over the murder of leading crime reporter Peter R. de Vries.
Syria, Russia carry out joint exercise after alleged Israeli air strikes
The air forces of Russia and Syria conducted a joint drill over the war-torn country Tuesday, the first since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began more than three months ago, Syria’s Defense Ministry said.
Iran Has Enough Fissile Material for 3 Nuclear Warheads
Iran has enough fissile material to produce three nuclear warheads, an Israeli official said Monday, according to a report published by Israel Hayom.
UK: Monkeypox upgraded to same severity level as leprosy and plague
Monkeypox has been upgraded to the same category as diseases including plague and leprosy, with doctors required to notify health authorities of every case.
Ukraine Forces Battle In ‘Dead Cities’
Between massive death and destruction, Ukrainian forces were still holding out in the eastern city of Severodonetsk despite being outnumbered by Russian forces, Ukraine’s president said.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel slams UNHRC: ‘Biased one-sided report tainted with hatred for Israel’
Israel's Foreign Ministry responded to the release Tuesday of a report by the UN Human Rights Council's Commission of Inquiry against Israel over Israel's efforts to defend itself from the thousands of rocket and mortar attacks fired by terrorist organizations during Operation Guardian of the Walls in May, 2021.
Iran threatens to ‘raze Tel Aviv and Haifa’ amid revenge attack concerns
Iran has threatened to “raze Tel Aviv and Haifa” amid concerns that it is planning attacks on Israeli nationals and targets abroad, the Iranian state news agency reported Tuesday.
Inside the United States
Idaho Satanic Temple promotes ‘family friendly’ drag dance party with ‘unbaptisms’
The Satanic Temple Idaho is promoting a "family friendly" pride celebration featuring a "drag dance party" with "unbaptisms" performed by the temple.
US has thrown away 82 million COVID-19 vaccines, CDC
Over 82 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been wasted since the start of the pandemic, including roughly 11% distributed by the federal government, according to the Center for Disease Control.
Internal Capitol Police review found sweeping intelligence, security failures on Pelosi’s watch
Capitol Police compiled a secret after-action review months after the Jan. 6 riots that identified sweeping blunders by the department ranging from delayed deployment of specialized civil disturbance units to the fateful dismantling of an intelligence unit that monitored social media for threats.
Christian News
Iran Pastor 10 Years In Jail After Losing Appeal
An Iranian pastor has lost his appeal against a ten-year jail term for running a “house church” at his home in Iran’s capital, Tehran, trial observers confirmed Tuesday.
Myanmar: Military junta continues systematic destruction of Christian homes
As Myanmar’s Tatmadaw military junta continues its deadly rampage against opponents and non-Buddhists, Christians in the country’s central regions are being terrorized as the army systematically destroys hundreds of their homes, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
SBC sex abuse survivors release statement proposing immediate reforms
Following the release of a catastrophic report on the systemic cover-up of sexual abuse in the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), seven survivors of such abuse in the denomination have published a statement calling for reform and the immediate implementation of specific measures, including the establishment of a restoration fund for victims, Church Leaders reports.
India States Detain Pastors Over ‘Forced Conversions,’ Death
A pastor and his wife are among the first Christians to face prosecution under controversial anti-conversion legislation that has been introduced in India's southwestern state of Karnataka, while another couple faces similar charges elsewhere in India. Pastor V. Kuriyachan, 62, and his wife Selenamma, 57, were detained for two weeks shortly after Karnataka's governor signed the legislation on May 17, for allegedly converting Hindus to Christianity, police and Christians said.
Worthy Watch
Whistleblowers Claim FBI Purging Conservatives
Congressman Jim Jordan claims multiple whistleblowers have come forward claiming that the FBI is purging conservatives from the bureau.
Daily Caller Covers ‘How the Democrats Have Become the Centrist Party’
This video produced by the Daily Caller Foundation details the stance of the Democrat party on key issues such as gun control, abortion, immigration, and gender identification.
Great Wealth Migration
According to the IRS report, a wealth exodus from blue states to red states occurred over the past year.
Biden Claims Strong Economic Recovery
“My plans have produced the strongest, fastest, most widespread economic recovery America has ever experienced—with record jobs, record small businesses, and wages rising,” President Joe Biden stated.
Around the World
Putin says Russia will hit harder if US supplies long-range missiles to Ukraine
President Vladimir Putin warned the West that Russia would strike new targets if the United States started supplying Ukraine with longer-range missiles, the TASS news agency reported on Sunday.
US, Taiwan Launch New Trade Pact
The U.S. launched a new trade pact with Taiwan on Wednesday, hoping to forge closer economic ties with the island territory that China claims as its own, while blunting Beijing’s economic clout in the region.
Ukraine’s President: ‘Churches Burning, Cities Destroyed’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Russia to "stop burning churches" and end attacks on his nation after a famed Orthodox Church was destroyed while explosions rocked the capital Kyiv, overshadowing Pentecost celebrations. Heavy street battles also raged in a strategic city in Ukraine's east that Russian forces want to capture as part of an ongoing invasion.
NATO Warns Of Long War In Ukraine As Starvation Looms
The secretary-general of the NATO military alliance has warned Western nations to prepare for a long war in Ukraine, adding to global concerns about worldwide food shortages linked to the conflict. Jens Stoltenberg spoke as the Russian invasion of the country entered its 100th day.
Germany Train Crash Kills 4, Injures Dozens
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has expressed shock after at least four people were killed and 30 more were injured Friday when a regional passenger train derailed in Bavaria's alpine southern German state. He said his "sympathy was with families of the victims."
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF Prepares for Possible Hezbollah Attack on Rig at Karish Gas Reservoir
Israel Defense Forces are preparing for a possible attack by Iran’s Lebanese terror proxy, Hezbollah, on the newly-installed offshore drilling rig in the Karish natural gas reservoir, according to a report Sunday night by Israel’s KAN-11 public broadcaster.
Israel could lose legal control in West Bank if settlement bill falls
The fate of Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s governing coalition may hang in the balance on Monday over Knesset vote on a directive giving Israel legal jurisdiction over settlers living in the West Bank, which has been approved every five years since 1967.
Inside the United States
White House says kids under 5 could get COVID-19 vaccines by June 21
The White House said Thursday that COVID-19 vaccinations for children under 5 could begin as soon as June 21, if the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorizes the shots.
Biden administration raises amount of ethanol that must be blended with gas
The Biden administration on Friday set new requirements that increase the amount of ethanol that must be blended into the nation’s gasoline supply but reduce previous ethanol-blending requirements due to a plunge in fuel demand during the coronavirus pandemic.
Arizona AG prosecutes ballot harvesters, as GOP state lawmakers push to ban drop boxes
In Arizona, Republican politicians are continuing to investigate irregularities that marred the 2020 presidential election as state Attorney General Mark Brnovich prosecutes ballot harvesters and state legislators vow to ban ballot drop boxes.
Ohio Gov. DeWine will sign bill supporting armed teachers in schools
Ohio Republican Gov. Mike DeWine is set to approve a bill allowing public schools to arm their faculty following the legislation's approval by the state's legislature.
Christian News
Christians Marry Despite China Crackdown
A Christian couple that was forced to postpone their wedding after Chinese authorities prevented ceremonies were eventually able to marry in southwestern China, Christians confirmed.
EU Cancels Sanctions Against Russian Patriarch
The European Union canceled plans to impose sanctions against Russian Orthodox Church leader Patriarch Kirill after Hungary threatened to veto the bloc's latest round of measures against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.
Pakistan Christian Teenage Girl Rescued After Kidnapping
A Christian teenage girl who was kidnapped and forced to convert to Islam and marry a Muslim man in Pakistan has returned home, Worthy News learned Saturday.
Worthy Watch
Former DNI Ratcliffe: ‘Lost the Battle, But Clearly Winning the War”
John Ratcliffe, Former Director of National Intelligence, stated, "John Durham’s prosecution may have lost this battle, but they’re clearly winning the war.”
Repeal the Gun-Free Zone Act
“The biggest thing we can do here today is repeal the 1990 Gun-Free School Zone Act so that the default condition in this country is not to advertise every student as a target,” Rep. Massie said in a Congressional hearing. “In those states and in those school districts where that’s happened where they’ve allowed qualified teachers and staff, there hasn’t been a single mass shooting at one of those schools,” Mr Massie said. “There hasn’t been a single shooting of one person in one of those schools.”
Putin says Russia will hit harder if US supplies long-range missiles to Ukraine
President Vladimir Putin warned the West that Russia would strike new targets if the United States started supplying Ukraine with longer-range missiles, the TASS news agency reported on Sunday.
US, Taiwan Launch New Trade Pact
The U.S. launched a new trade pact with Taiwan on Wednesday, hoping to forge closer economic ties with the island territory that China claims as its own, while blunting Beijing’s economic clout in the region.
Ukraine’s President: ‘Churches Burning, Cities Destroyed’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Russia to "stop burning churches" and end attacks on his nation after a famed Orthodox Church was destroyed while explosions rocked the capital Kyiv, overshadowing Pentecost celebrations. Heavy street battles also raged in a strategic city in Ukraine's east that Russian forces want to capture as part of an ongoing invasion.
NATO Warns Of Long War In Ukraine As Starvation Looms
The secretary-general of the NATO military alliance has warned Western nations to prepare for a long war in Ukraine, adding to global concerns about worldwide food shortages linked to the conflict. Jens Stoltenberg spoke as the Russian invasion of the country entered its 100th day.
Germany Train Crash Kills 4, Injures Dozens
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has expressed shock after at least four people were killed and 30 more were injured Friday when a regional passenger train derailed in Bavaria's alpine southern German state. He said his "sympathy was with families of the victims."
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF Prepares for Possible Hezbollah Attack on Rig at Karish Gas Reservoir
Israel Defense Forces are preparing for a possible attack by Iran’s Lebanese terror proxy, Hezbollah, on the newly-installed offshore drilling rig in the Karish natural gas reservoir, according to a report Sunday night by Israel’s KAN-11 public broadcaster.
Israel could lose legal control in West Bank if settlement bill falls
The fate of Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s governing coalition may hang in the balance on Monday over Knesset vote on a directive giving Israel legal jurisdiction over settlers living in the West Bank, which has been approved every five years since 1967.
Inside the United States
White House says kids under 5 could get COVID-19 vaccines by June 21
The White House said Thursday that COVID-19 vaccinations for children under 5 could begin as soon as June 21, if the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorizes the shots.
Biden administration raises amount of ethanol that must be blended with gas
The Biden administration on Friday set new requirements that increase the amount of ethanol that must be blended into the nation’s gasoline supply but reduce previous ethanol-blending requirements due to a plunge in fuel demand during the coronavirus pandemic.
Arizona AG prosecutes ballot harvesters, as GOP state lawmakers push to ban drop boxes
In Arizona, Republican politicians are continuing to investigate irregularities that marred the 2020 presidential election as state Attorney General Mark Brnovich prosecutes ballot harvesters and state legislators vow to ban ballot drop boxes.
Ohio Gov. DeWine will sign bill supporting armed teachers in schools
Ohio Republican Gov. Mike DeWine is set to approve a bill allowing public schools to arm their faculty following the legislation's approval by the state's legislature.
Christian News
Christians Marry Despite China Crackdown
A Christian couple that was forced to postpone their wedding after Chinese authorities prevented ceremonies were eventually able to marry in southwestern China, Christians confirmed.
EU Cancels Sanctions Against Russian Patriarch
The European Union canceled plans to impose sanctions against Russian Orthodox Church leader Patriarch Kirill after Hungary threatened to veto the bloc's latest round of measures against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.
Pakistan Christian Teenage Girl Rescued After Kidnapping
A Christian teenage girl who was kidnapped and forced to convert to Islam and marry a Muslim man in Pakistan has returned home, Worthy News learned Saturday.
Worthy Watch
Former DNI Ratcliffe: ‘Lost the Battle, But Clearly Winning the War”
John Ratcliffe, Former Director of National Intelligence, stated, "John Durham’s prosecution may have lost this battle, but they’re clearly winning the war.”
Repeal the Gun-Free Zone Act
“The biggest thing we can do here today is repeal the 1990 Gun-Free School Zone Act so that the default condition in this country is not to advertise every student as a target,” Rep. Massie said in a Congressional hearing. “In those states and in those school districts where that’s happened where they’ve allowed qualified teachers and staff, there hasn’t been a single mass shooting at one of those schools,” Mr Massie said. “There hasn’t been a single shooting of one person in one of those schools.”