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Around the World
DOJ says forfeiture of missiles and oil seized from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard is largest ever
The Justice Department announced that it was filing a forfeiture complaint related to two large shipments of Iranian missiles the U.S. Navy seized that were bound for Iranian-backed militants in Yemen sent by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, which has been designated a foreign terrorist group by the United States.
Europe's Main Economies In Lockdown Measures As Virus Spreads
Two of Europe's biggest economies are reinstating some form of national lockdown. France and Germany's measures are due to be followed in other nations as authorities warn of a surge in coronavirus cases and deaths.
France Church Attack Kills Three
Three people visiting a famed church in the French city of Nice have been killed in a suspected Islamic terrorist attack, authorities said Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
US says citizens born in Jerusalem can now list their birthplace as Israel on passports
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced citizens of the United States born in Jerusalem can now list their birthplace as “Israel” on their passports.
Inside the United States
GDP grew at record 33.1% annual rate in third quarter in bounce back from pandemic losses
The U.S. economy grew at a record-breaking 33.1% annual rate in the third quarter, the Commerce Department reported Thursday, beating forecasters' expectations.
Americans plan widespread protests if Trump interferes with election
Dozens of activist groups who claim to represent millions of Americans from both political parties plan to hit the streets next week, if President Donald Trump appears to be interfering with vote counting or manipulating poll results after Election Day.
Trump administration considering biometric database for potential immigrants
The Trump administration is reportedly considering plans for a biometric database that would require potential immigrants to submit fingerprints and other biometric information before being allowed to submit an online application, the Washington Examiner reports. The current immigration system requires applicants to apply to a US consulate for an interview and submission of their fingerprints.
Journalist Glenn Greenwald Resigns At The Intercept Over Biden 'Censorship'
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Glenn Greenwald has resigned from U.S. investigative publication The Intercept, citing "censorship" by editors supporting Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden.
Trump officials tout nearly 400 miles of finished border wall ahead of election
The Trump administration touted the completion of nearly 400 miles of border wall system along the U.S.-Mexico border in a ceremony staged days ahead of the presidential election.
Federal judge says Colorado Covid-19 restrictions on churches are unconstitutional
A federal judge has ruled as unconstitutional Colorado’s COVID-19 decree that limits the number of congregants that can attend a religious service and that requires attendees to wear face masks for the duration of the meeting, Christian Post reports.
FBI conducting criminal investigation into Hunter Biden and associates days ahead of 2020 election: Report
The FBI reportedly has an active criminal investigation into Hunter Biden, the son of Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden, and his associates.
Christian News
Op-Ed: A Most Critical Election and Decision
America hangs at the precipice. 2020 has been a most pivotal year and now we stand at the precipice, approaching the most pivotal election of our lifetime - the moment of decision. It will determine the future of this nation and even of the world.
Nearly 40% of US Evangelicals believe God chose whom He would save before He created the world
A new survey shows that 38% of American Evangelicals believe according to the “doctrine of election,” that God sovereignly chose those people whom He would save even before the creation of the world, Christian Headlines reports. The survey also found that 44% of Evangelicals were found not to believe this.
DOJ says forfeiture of missiles and oil seized from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard is largest ever
The Justice Department announced that it was filing a forfeiture complaint related to two large shipments of Iranian missiles the U.S. Navy seized that were bound for Iranian-backed militants in Yemen sent by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, which has been designated a foreign terrorist group by the United States.
Europe's Main Economies In Lockdown Measures As Virus Spreads
Two of Europe's biggest economies are reinstating some form of national lockdown. France and Germany's measures are due to be followed in other nations as authorities warn of a surge in coronavirus cases and deaths.
France Church Attack Kills Three
Three people visiting a famed church in the French city of Nice have been killed in a suspected Islamic terrorist attack, authorities said Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
US says citizens born in Jerusalem can now list their birthplace as Israel on passports
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced citizens of the United States born in Jerusalem can now list their birthplace as “Israel” on their passports.
Inside the United States
GDP grew at record 33.1% annual rate in third quarter in bounce back from pandemic losses
The U.S. economy grew at a record-breaking 33.1% annual rate in the third quarter, the Commerce Department reported Thursday, beating forecasters' expectations.
Americans plan widespread protests if Trump interferes with election
Dozens of activist groups who claim to represent millions of Americans from both political parties plan to hit the streets next week, if President Donald Trump appears to be interfering with vote counting or manipulating poll results after Election Day.
Trump administration considering biometric database for potential immigrants
The Trump administration is reportedly considering plans for a biometric database that would require potential immigrants to submit fingerprints and other biometric information before being allowed to submit an online application, the Washington Examiner reports. The current immigration system requires applicants to apply to a US consulate for an interview and submission of their fingerprints.
Journalist Glenn Greenwald Resigns At The Intercept Over Biden 'Censorship'
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Glenn Greenwald has resigned from U.S. investigative publication The Intercept, citing "censorship" by editors supporting Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden.
Trump officials tout nearly 400 miles of finished border wall ahead of election
The Trump administration touted the completion of nearly 400 miles of border wall system along the U.S.-Mexico border in a ceremony staged days ahead of the presidential election.
Federal judge says Colorado Covid-19 restrictions on churches are unconstitutional
A federal judge has ruled as unconstitutional Colorado’s COVID-19 decree that limits the number of congregants that can attend a religious service and that requires attendees to wear face masks for the duration of the meeting, Christian Post reports.
FBI conducting criminal investigation into Hunter Biden and associates days ahead of 2020 election: Report
The FBI reportedly has an active criminal investigation into Hunter Biden, the son of Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden, and his associates.
Christian News
Op-Ed: A Most Critical Election and Decision
America hangs at the precipice. 2020 has been a most pivotal year and now we stand at the precipice, approaching the most pivotal election of our lifetime - the moment of decision. It will determine the future of this nation and even of the world.
Nearly 40% of US Evangelicals believe God chose whom He would save before He created the world
A new survey shows that 38% of American Evangelicals believe according to the “doctrine of election,” that God sovereignly chose those people whom He would save even before the creation of the world, Christian Headlines reports. The survey also found that 44% of Evangelicals were found not to believe this.
Around the World
Satellite photos show construction at Iran nuclear site
Iran has begun construction at its Natanz nuclear facility, satellite images released Wednesday show, just as the U.N. nuclear agency acknowledged Tehran is building an underground advanced centrifuge assembly plant after its last one exploded in a reported sabotage attack last summer.
France recalls ambassador to Turkey following Erdogan’s comments on Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron has recalled France’s ambassador to Turkey in response to public statements by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan Sunday that Mr. Macron needs treatment for a mental health problem, Fox News reported Monday.
US imposes new sanctions on Iran’s oil sector
The Trump administration imposed fresh sanctions on Iran’s oil sector Monday, also making it more difficult for a subsequent administration to reverse the measures, the Times of Israel reports. Affecting the National Iranian Oil Company, Iran’s oil ministry, and the National Iranian Tanker Company, the new measures were taken under counterterrorism authority, such that a new administration would have to take legal action to change course.
Hungary’s Prime Minister Endorses Re-election President Trump
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has joined other populist leaders in Eastern Europe and the Balkans in endorsing the re-election of U.S. President Donald J. Trump.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump: At Least Five More Countries to Make Peace with Israel After Election
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that up to 10 more countries will normalize relations with Israel, but they’re waiting to see the results of next week’s presidential election before making a move.
'Lebanon will pay the price if Hezbollah attacks Israel'
"Lebanese citizens should know that Hezbollah is their problem, not Israel, because if Hezbollah acts against the State of Israel, Lebanon will pay the price. I hope it will not happen, and we're here to be prepared for a moment I hope will not come," Defense Minister Benny Gantz said on Tuesday as he visited a military exercise in the north of the country.
Bipartisan bill on sale of bunker-buster bombs to Israel
A bipartisan bill to be presented in Congress this week requires the US Defense Department to consider selling bunker-buster bombs to Israel, the Times of Israel (ToI) reported Tuesday. The bill would be part of an effort to bolster Israel’s Qualitative Military Edge in the Middle East, a policy which the US is legally bound to maintain.
Inside the United States
Zeta Bringing Heavy Rain, Tropical Storm Conditions Across South, East
Zeta's strong winds are punching through parts of the South. Damaging wind gusts are likely near and to the east of where Zeta tracks overnight.
Bobulinski Says He Met Twice With Joe Biden ‘To Discuss What I Was Doing With His Family’s Name and the Chinese’
Tony Bobulinski, a former business partner of Hunter Biden, on Tuesday described his two brief, face-to-face meetings with former Vice President Joe Biden in May 2017.
U.S. Senate Questions Big Tech Censorship Amid Biden Scandal
The U.S. Senate has launched an investigation into censorship by tech giants Twitter, Facebook, and Google amid presidential election campaigns.
Supreme Court allows North Carolina to accept ballots up to nine days after election
The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that North Carolina can receive and count ballots that officials receive up to nine days after Election Day.
Protests turn violent after police shooting of black man in Philadelphia
Violent protests took place in Philadelphia Monday night, following the fatal police shooting of a black man who was reportedly mentally ill and armed with a knife, Fox News reports. At least 30 police officers are understood to have been injured in clashes with demonstrators. Around 35 people, including five juveniles, were arrested.
Christian News
Poland’s Leaders Condemn Church Attacks After Anti-Abortion Ruling
Poland’s prime minister has condemned “pro-choice” protestors who disrupt church services and block roads to express anger over a court ruling that severely restricts abortions.
Satellite photos show construction at Iran nuclear site
Iran has begun construction at its Natanz nuclear facility, satellite images released Wednesday show, just as the U.N. nuclear agency acknowledged Tehran is building an underground advanced centrifuge assembly plant after its last one exploded in a reported sabotage attack last summer.
France recalls ambassador to Turkey following Erdogan’s comments on Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron has recalled France’s ambassador to Turkey in response to public statements by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan Sunday that Mr. Macron needs treatment for a mental health problem, Fox News reported Monday.
US imposes new sanctions on Iran’s oil sector
The Trump administration imposed fresh sanctions on Iran’s oil sector Monday, also making it more difficult for a subsequent administration to reverse the measures, the Times of Israel reports. Affecting the National Iranian Oil Company, Iran’s oil ministry, and the National Iranian Tanker Company, the new measures were taken under counterterrorism authority, such that a new administration would have to take legal action to change course.
Hungary’s Prime Minister Endorses Re-election President Trump
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has joined other populist leaders in Eastern Europe and the Balkans in endorsing the re-election of U.S. President Donald J. Trump.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump: At Least Five More Countries to Make Peace with Israel After Election
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that up to 10 more countries will normalize relations with Israel, but they’re waiting to see the results of next week’s presidential election before making a move.
'Lebanon will pay the price if Hezbollah attacks Israel'
"Lebanese citizens should know that Hezbollah is their problem, not Israel, because if Hezbollah acts against the State of Israel, Lebanon will pay the price. I hope it will not happen, and we're here to be prepared for a moment I hope will not come," Defense Minister Benny Gantz said on Tuesday as he visited a military exercise in the north of the country.
Bipartisan bill on sale of bunker-buster bombs to Israel
A bipartisan bill to be presented in Congress this week requires the US Defense Department to consider selling bunker-buster bombs to Israel, the Times of Israel (ToI) reported Tuesday. The bill would be part of an effort to bolster Israel’s Qualitative Military Edge in the Middle East, a policy which the US is legally bound to maintain.
Inside the United States
Zeta Bringing Heavy Rain, Tropical Storm Conditions Across South, East
Zeta's strong winds are punching through parts of the South. Damaging wind gusts are likely near and to the east of where Zeta tracks overnight.
Bobulinski Says He Met Twice With Joe Biden ‘To Discuss What I Was Doing With His Family’s Name and the Chinese’
Tony Bobulinski, a former business partner of Hunter Biden, on Tuesday described his two brief, face-to-face meetings with former Vice President Joe Biden in May 2017.
U.S. Senate Questions Big Tech Censorship Amid Biden Scandal
The U.S. Senate has launched an investigation into censorship by tech giants Twitter, Facebook, and Google amid presidential election campaigns.
Supreme Court allows North Carolina to accept ballots up to nine days after election
The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that North Carolina can receive and count ballots that officials receive up to nine days after Election Day.
Protests turn violent after police shooting of black man in Philadelphia
Violent protests took place in Philadelphia Monday night, following the fatal police shooting of a black man who was reportedly mentally ill and armed with a knife, Fox News reports. At least 30 police officers are understood to have been injured in clashes with demonstrators. Around 35 people, including five juveniles, were arrested.
Christian News
Poland’s Leaders Condemn Church Attacks After Anti-Abortion Ruling
Poland’s prime minister has condemned “pro-choice” protestors who disrupt church services and block roads to express anger over a court ruling that severely restricts abortions.
Around the World
China threatens sanctions as State Department approves further arms deal to Taiwan
The Pentagon announced Monday that the US State Department has approved a further potential sale of 100 Boeing-made Harpoon Coastal Defense Systems to Taiwan in an arms deal which could be worth up to $2.37 billion, Reuters reports.
American Airstrikes Take Down 12 al-Qaeda and Taliban Operators
American airstrikes have killed a dozen al-Qaeda and Taliban members in Syria and Afghanistan since Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
'Trump reelection could push Iran, Hezbollah into attacking Israel'
The reelection of U.S. President Donald Trump on November 3 could trigger Iran and its Lebanese proxy Hezbollah to launch an attack on Israel, says former Israeli ambassador to the United States.
Inside the United States
Protests turn violent after police shooting of black man in Philadelphia
Violent protests took place in Philadelphia Monday night, following the fatal police shooting of a black man who was reportedly mentally ill and armed with a knife, Fox News reports. At least 30 police officers are understood to have been injured in clashes with demonstrators. Around 35 people, including five juveniles, were arrested.
CDC: COVID Deaths Have Dropped Since August, Never Approaching the Record High of Mid-April
"The Fake News Media is riding COVID, COVID, COVID, all the way to the Election. Losers!" President Donald Trump tweeted on Monday.
U.S. Supreme Court rules Wisconsin’s ballot deadline remains Election Day
The United States Supreme Court is not going to change how absentee ballots are counted in Wisconsin.
Religious liberty lawsuits against California governor volley among divided lower courts, ultimately will land in Supreme Court
Of the roughly 32 lawsuits that have been filed since March against California Gov. Gavin Newsom, many allege his executive orders violate the religious liberty clauses of the California Constitution.
Trump campaign site temporarily 'defaced' Tuesday night by hackers
President Trump's campaign website was "defaced" Tuesday night by hackers, according to the campaign.
In bombshell interview, whistleblower says he met Biden twice to discuss Hunter's Chinese ventures
In a lengthy interview with Tucker Carlson on Tuesday night, former Biden family business associate Tony Bobulinski accused Joe Biden of a "blatant lie" in denying any familiarity with his son Hunter's business undertakings, claiming he himself met with Biden on two separate occasions to discuss prospective ventures into Chinese markets.
Democrat “Squad” lawmakers call for expansion of Supreme Court
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) and other Democratic “Squad” lawmakers called for an expansion of the Supreme Court Monday, immediately after conservative Amy Coney Barrett was sworn in as the newest SCOTUS Justice, the Hill reports. The Republican move to swiftly confirm Barrett following the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg last month has caused outrage among Democrats, who claim the Republican Party has applied double standards to the confirmation process.
Confirmed Justice Amy Coney Barret Pledges Impartiality At White House Ceremony
Amy Coney Barrett pledged Monday to carry out her duties as a Supreme Court justice “without any fear or favor” toward the other branches of government or her own beliefs.
Christian News
Pakistan Court Gives Christian Girl, 13, To Muslim Abductor
A top regional court in Pakistan has given custody of a 13-year-old Christian girl to her Muslim abductor, sources involved in the case told Worthy News late Tuesday.
Poland Churches Targeted, Roads Blocked, By Pro-Abortion Protestors
Thousands of people blocked roads across Poland on Monday after fellow activists interrupted church services to protest against a court's near-total ban on abortion.
China threatens sanctions as State Department approves further arms deal to Taiwan
The Pentagon announced Monday that the US State Department has approved a further potential sale of 100 Boeing-made Harpoon Coastal Defense Systems to Taiwan in an arms deal which could be worth up to $2.37 billion, Reuters reports.
American Airstrikes Take Down 12 al-Qaeda and Taliban Operators
American airstrikes have killed a dozen al-Qaeda and Taliban members in Syria and Afghanistan since Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
'Trump reelection could push Iran, Hezbollah into attacking Israel'
The reelection of U.S. President Donald Trump on November 3 could trigger Iran and its Lebanese proxy Hezbollah to launch an attack on Israel, says former Israeli ambassador to the United States.
Inside the United States
Protests turn violent after police shooting of black man in Philadelphia
Violent protests took place in Philadelphia Monday night, following the fatal police shooting of a black man who was reportedly mentally ill and armed with a knife, Fox News reports. At least 30 police officers are understood to have been injured in clashes with demonstrators. Around 35 people, including five juveniles, were arrested.
CDC: COVID Deaths Have Dropped Since August, Never Approaching the Record High of Mid-April
"The Fake News Media is riding COVID, COVID, COVID, all the way to the Election. Losers!" President Donald Trump tweeted on Monday.
U.S. Supreme Court rules Wisconsin’s ballot deadline remains Election Day
The United States Supreme Court is not going to change how absentee ballots are counted in Wisconsin.
Religious liberty lawsuits against California governor volley among divided lower courts, ultimately will land in Supreme Court
Of the roughly 32 lawsuits that have been filed since March against California Gov. Gavin Newsom, many allege his executive orders violate the religious liberty clauses of the California Constitution.
Trump campaign site temporarily 'defaced' Tuesday night by hackers
President Trump's campaign website was "defaced" Tuesday night by hackers, according to the campaign.
In bombshell interview, whistleblower says he met Biden twice to discuss Hunter's Chinese ventures
In a lengthy interview with Tucker Carlson on Tuesday night, former Biden family business associate Tony Bobulinski accused Joe Biden of a "blatant lie" in denying any familiarity with his son Hunter's business undertakings, claiming he himself met with Biden on two separate occasions to discuss prospective ventures into Chinese markets.
Democrat “Squad” lawmakers call for expansion of Supreme Court
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) and other Democratic “Squad” lawmakers called for an expansion of the Supreme Court Monday, immediately after conservative Amy Coney Barrett was sworn in as the newest SCOTUS Justice, the Hill reports. The Republican move to swiftly confirm Barrett following the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg last month has caused outrage among Democrats, who claim the Republican Party has applied double standards to the confirmation process.
Confirmed Justice Amy Coney Barret Pledges Impartiality At White House Ceremony
Amy Coney Barrett pledged Monday to carry out her duties as a Supreme Court justice “without any fear or favor” toward the other branches of government or her own beliefs.
Christian News
Pakistan Court Gives Christian Girl, 13, To Muslim Abductor
A top regional court in Pakistan has given custody of a 13-year-old Christian girl to her Muslim abductor, sources involved in the case told Worthy News late Tuesday.
Poland Churches Targeted, Roads Blocked, By Pro-Abortion Protestors
Thousands of people blocked roads across Poland on Monday after fellow activists interrupted church services to protest against a court's near-total ban on abortion.