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Around the World
Investors See Hope Amid Carnage Despite China Threats
Stock futures rose in after-hours trading Monday with investors preparing to pick up cheap shares after the carnage linked to the tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald J. Trump.
EU Scales Back Retaliation To US Tariffs
The European Union said Monday it was scaling back its response to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s tariffs on imported goods and even offered a "zero-for-zero" tariff deal to avoid a trade war.
Nuns Killed In Haiti As Violence Escalates (Worthy News Focus)
Catholic Church leaders have condemned the perceived inaction by Haiti’s government after two nuns were among five people killed in an attack by a coalition of street gangs.
Ukraine President’s Hometown Plunged Into Mourning (Worthy News Radio)
A frail Pope Francis urged prayers for Ukraine on Sunday on the day that Russia claimed to have captured two villages in the east and south of the war-torn nation despite talks of a ceasefire by U.S. President Donald J. Trump stumble. The latest fighting happened while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s hometown plunged into mourning after one of the deadliest Russian attacks there so far.
Asian Stock Markets Plunge; Similar Turbulence Due In US, Europe
Asia’s stock markets tumbled, and the S&P 500 Futures, which indicate future values of U.S. traded stocks, dropped 3 percent Monday as there was no indication that U.S. President Donald J. Trump would be prepared to avoid a global trade war over his announced tariffs.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu and Trump Working to Free Hostages, Discuss Gaza’s Future
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, after his meeting with US President Donald Trump, announced that Israel is negotiating a new deal aimed at securing a hostage release and ceasefire in Gaza, which they hope will be successful. Netanyahu emphasized Israel's commitment to freeing all hostages and the removal of Hamas from Gaza. He also praised Trump's plan to evacuate Gazans during the enclave's reconstruction.
Trump Announces Direct Talks with Iran During Meeting with Netanyahu
President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States and Iran were holding direct talks on Tehran's nuclear program, marking a surprising development after earlier signals from Iranian officials seemed to reject U.S. proposals for such negotiations.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court Upholds Trump Admin’s Authority to Deport Venezuelan Immigrants Under Wartime Law
The Supreme Court delivered a major victory to President Trump on Monday, erasing a lower court ruling that had blocked him from deporting Tren de Aragua gang suspects to El Salvador.
Trump Threatens New Tariffs on China, Urges ‘Patience’
President Donald Trump threatened to ratchet up tariffs against China after China upped its own tariffs against the U.S. in response to the president's tariffs policy announcement earlier this month.
White House Denies Trump Considering Pause on Tariffs
The White House shot down claims that President Donald Trump may pause his latest wave of tariffs for 90 days as concerns grow about the effect of the president's new trade policies and how long they could remain in place.
Christian News
China Moves to Outlaw All Missionary Work
This week, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) unveiled stringent new regulations that will take effect May 1 that clamp down on missionary activities within the country, according to a prominent Christian persecution advocacy organization.
Church Attacked In Pakistan After Kidnappings And Murders (Worthy News In-Depth)
An evangelical pastor in Pakistan’s Punjab province survived an attempt by Muslim extremists to torch his church Sunday after recent killings and kidnappings of other believers in the region, Christians told Worthy News.
Worthy Insights
Israel’s Defense Minister reveals Iranian funding Hamas’ plan to destroy Israel
Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, has unveiled for the first time direct evidence of Iran's support for Hamas' plan to destroy Israel.
Investors See Hope Amid Carnage Despite China Threats
Stock futures rose in after-hours trading Monday with investors preparing to pick up cheap shares after the carnage linked to the tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald J. Trump.
EU Scales Back Retaliation To US Tariffs
The European Union said Monday it was scaling back its response to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s tariffs on imported goods and even offered a "zero-for-zero" tariff deal to avoid a trade war.
Nuns Killed In Haiti As Violence Escalates (Worthy News Focus)
Catholic Church leaders have condemned the perceived inaction by Haiti’s government after two nuns were among five people killed in an attack by a coalition of street gangs.
Ukraine President’s Hometown Plunged Into Mourning (Worthy News Radio)
A frail Pope Francis urged prayers for Ukraine on Sunday on the day that Russia claimed to have captured two villages in the east and south of the war-torn nation despite talks of a ceasefire by U.S. President Donald J. Trump stumble. The latest fighting happened while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s hometown plunged into mourning after one of the deadliest Russian attacks there so far.
Asian Stock Markets Plunge; Similar Turbulence Due In US, Europe
Asia’s stock markets tumbled, and the S&P 500 Futures, which indicate future values of U.S. traded stocks, dropped 3 percent Monday as there was no indication that U.S. President Donald J. Trump would be prepared to avoid a global trade war over his announced tariffs.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu and Trump Working to Free Hostages, Discuss Gaza’s Future
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, after his meeting with US President Donald Trump, announced that Israel is negotiating a new deal aimed at securing a hostage release and ceasefire in Gaza, which they hope will be successful. Netanyahu emphasized Israel's commitment to freeing all hostages and the removal of Hamas from Gaza. He also praised Trump's plan to evacuate Gazans during the enclave's reconstruction.
Trump Announces Direct Talks with Iran During Meeting with Netanyahu
President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States and Iran were holding direct talks on Tehran's nuclear program, marking a surprising development after earlier signals from Iranian officials seemed to reject U.S. proposals for such negotiations.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court Upholds Trump Admin’s Authority to Deport Venezuelan Immigrants Under Wartime Law
The Supreme Court delivered a major victory to President Trump on Monday, erasing a lower court ruling that had blocked him from deporting Tren de Aragua gang suspects to El Salvador.
Trump Threatens New Tariffs on China, Urges ‘Patience’
President Donald Trump threatened to ratchet up tariffs against China after China upped its own tariffs against the U.S. in response to the president's tariffs policy announcement earlier this month.
White House Denies Trump Considering Pause on Tariffs
The White House shot down claims that President Donald Trump may pause his latest wave of tariffs for 90 days as concerns grow about the effect of the president's new trade policies and how long they could remain in place.
Christian News
China Moves to Outlaw All Missionary Work
This week, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) unveiled stringent new regulations that will take effect May 1 that clamp down on missionary activities within the country, according to a prominent Christian persecution advocacy organization.
Church Attacked In Pakistan After Kidnappings And Murders (Worthy News In-Depth)
An evangelical pastor in Pakistan’s Punjab province survived an attempt by Muslim extremists to torch his church Sunday after recent killings and kidnappings of other believers in the region, Christians told Worthy News.
Worthy Insights
Israel’s Defense Minister reveals Iranian funding Hamas’ plan to destroy Israel
Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, has unveiled for the first time direct evidence of Iran's support for Hamas' plan to destroy Israel.
Around the World
Russia Hits Ukraine President’s Town; Scores Killed and Inured (Worthy News In-Depth)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s hometown plunged into mourning Saturday after at least 19 people reportedly died and scores were injured in Russian missile and drone strikes over the weekend.
South Korea’s Top Court Fires Impeached President
Thousands of protesters cheered in Seoul Friday as they watched a broadcast announcing that South Korea’s top court voted unanimously to dismiss the country’s impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
US Delivers Advanced Missile Defense Systems to Israel Ahead of Possible Iranian Strike
The U.S. has delivered advanced missile systems to Israel amid a wave of ballistic missile attacks by Houthi terrorists and escalating tensions with Iran, fueling growing fears of a looming military confrontation with Iran.
Hamas Fires 10 Rockets Into Israel; Iran Puts Army On Full Alert
Hamas fired 10 rockets into Israel late Sunday, officials said, prompting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to pledge “a strong response” and the continuation of “intensified” Israeli military operations in Gaza.
Israel’s Netanyahu Says Strong Army Key To Peace And Survival Jewish Nation
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made clear Friday that a strong army backed by a strong economy was key to the survival of the Jewish nation and peace.
Trump: ‘Israeli Premier Likely In US Next Week’
U.S. President Donald J. Trump said Thursday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may visit the United States next week.
Inside the United States
Over 50 Countries Seek Tariff Talks With Trump Administration, Officials Say
Trump administration officials said Sunday that over 50 countries have reached out to negotiate after President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs rattled markets, fueled recession fears, and disrupted global trade.
U.S. Adds 228,000 Jobs in March, Surpassing Expectations
The U.S. added 228,000 jobs in March, the U.S. Department of Labor reported Friday, nearly double what was forecast.
US City In Shock Over Killing Of Priest
A community was left in “a state of shock” Saturday as a Catholic priest died in the U.S. state of Kansas after being shot at his church’s rectory, church sources said.
At Least 16 Dead as Storms Hit from Texas to Ohio
Millions of Americans faced more hardships Saturday as a new round of torrential rain and flash flooding hit parts of the South and Midwest, where numerous people had already died.
Stocks Lose Trillions As China Imposes Tariffs On US Goods
More stock market investors ran for the exit Friday, further erasing trillions in stock value, after China announced 34 percent across-the-board tariffs on imports from the United States.
Pentagon To Review Defense Secretary’s Usage Of Signal Chat App
The Pentagon's acting inspector general announced Thursday that he would review U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the Signal messaging application to convey potentially classified plans for a military strike against Houthi militants in Yemen.
Christian News
Anti-Christian Violence Kills 60 In Nigeria’s Plateau State (Worthy News Investigation)
The death toll of recent attacks against mainly Christian farming communities in Nigeria’s north-central Plateau state has risen to over 60 people, Worthy News learned Sunday.
Worthy Insights
Psychology expert believes Israeli strategy is to make Hamas fear the people of Gaza
Israeli clinical psychologist expert Dr. Ofer Grosbard believes that Israel is increasingly engaging in psychological warfare aimed at making Hamas members fear Gaza’s general population.
Revival at Baylor University: ‘Things Happen When We Pray’
There's no doubt that a spiritual movement is taking place across college campuses. In almost every region of the country, young people are having their lives impacted by the love of Jesus Christ. This week, thousands of students at Baylor University gathered for 72 hours of continuous prayer to ask God for revival on their campus in Waco, Texas.
Thousands gather in nation’s capital for ‘Hands Off!’ anti-Trump protest
Thousands marched in Washington, D.C. for one of the planned "Hands Off!" rallies that were taking place on Saturday in cities across the country.
Russia Hits Ukraine President’s Town; Scores Killed and Inured (Worthy News In-Depth)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s hometown plunged into mourning Saturday after at least 19 people reportedly died and scores were injured in Russian missile and drone strikes over the weekend.
South Korea’s Top Court Fires Impeached President
Thousands of protesters cheered in Seoul Friday as they watched a broadcast announcing that South Korea’s top court voted unanimously to dismiss the country’s impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
US Delivers Advanced Missile Defense Systems to Israel Ahead of Possible Iranian Strike
The U.S. has delivered advanced missile systems to Israel amid a wave of ballistic missile attacks by Houthi terrorists and escalating tensions with Iran, fueling growing fears of a looming military confrontation with Iran.
Hamas Fires 10 Rockets Into Israel; Iran Puts Army On Full Alert
Hamas fired 10 rockets into Israel late Sunday, officials said, prompting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to pledge “a strong response” and the continuation of “intensified” Israeli military operations in Gaza.
Israel’s Netanyahu Says Strong Army Key To Peace And Survival Jewish Nation
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made clear Friday that a strong army backed by a strong economy was key to the survival of the Jewish nation and peace.
Trump: ‘Israeli Premier Likely In US Next Week’
U.S. President Donald J. Trump said Thursday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may visit the United States next week.
Inside the United States
Over 50 Countries Seek Tariff Talks With Trump Administration, Officials Say
Trump administration officials said Sunday that over 50 countries have reached out to negotiate after President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs rattled markets, fueled recession fears, and disrupted global trade.
U.S. Adds 228,000 Jobs in March, Surpassing Expectations
The U.S. added 228,000 jobs in March, the U.S. Department of Labor reported Friday, nearly double what was forecast.
US City In Shock Over Killing Of Priest
A community was left in “a state of shock” Saturday as a Catholic priest died in the U.S. state of Kansas after being shot at his church’s rectory, church sources said.
At Least 16 Dead as Storms Hit from Texas to Ohio
Millions of Americans faced more hardships Saturday as a new round of torrential rain and flash flooding hit parts of the South and Midwest, where numerous people had already died.
Stocks Lose Trillions As China Imposes Tariffs On US Goods
More stock market investors ran for the exit Friday, further erasing trillions in stock value, after China announced 34 percent across-the-board tariffs on imports from the United States.
Pentagon To Review Defense Secretary’s Usage Of Signal Chat App
The Pentagon's acting inspector general announced Thursday that he would review U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the Signal messaging application to convey potentially classified plans for a military strike against Houthi militants in Yemen.
Christian News
Anti-Christian Violence Kills 60 In Nigeria’s Plateau State (Worthy News Investigation)
The death toll of recent attacks against mainly Christian farming communities in Nigeria’s north-central Plateau state has risen to over 60 people, Worthy News learned Sunday.
Worthy Insights
Psychology expert believes Israeli strategy is to make Hamas fear the people of Gaza
Israeli clinical psychologist expert Dr. Ofer Grosbard believes that Israel is increasingly engaging in psychological warfare aimed at making Hamas members fear Gaza’s general population.
Revival at Baylor University: ‘Things Happen When We Pray’
There's no doubt that a spiritual movement is taking place across college campuses. In almost every region of the country, young people are having their lives impacted by the love of Jesus Christ. This week, thousands of students at Baylor University gathered for 72 hours of continuous prayer to ask God for revival on their campus in Waco, Texas.
Thousands gather in nation’s capital for ‘Hands Off!’ anti-Trump protest
Thousands marched in Washington, D.C. for one of the planned "Hands Off!" rallies that were taking place on Saturday in cities across the country.
Around the World
Hungary To Withdraw From International Court; Netanyahu Visits Country
As the Israeli prime minister visited the nation, Hungary announced Thursday that it would withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague.
NATO Mourns 4 US Troops Killed In Lithuania
The secretary general of the NATO military alliance on Thursday mourned four American soldiers who were killed during a military exercise in Lithuania.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
‘Hamas Out!’ Gaza Protests Grow as Terrorist Group Threatens Demonstrators
Mass protests against Hamas continued in Gaza on Wednesday—following two days of demonstrations last week, marking the most significant unrest in 18 months—as the terror group tortured and killed two protesters, threatened a crackdown, and drew vows of revenge from the victims’ families.
Israel Strikes Military Targets Across Syria in Bold Warning to Turkey
Between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, the Israeli Air Force carried out widespread strikes across Syria, targeting military bases and facilities from the Assad regime era -- a move widely seen as a warning to Turkey.
Inside the United States
Trump, Republicans Shrug as Stocks Plummet After Tariffs
President Donald Trump and some Republicans were quick to shrug off stock losses Thursday as the market responds to a jolt from Trump's reciprocal tariffs.
Nearly 2 Trillion Erased In Stocks Within Minutes Over Trump Tariffs
Roughly $1.7 trillion was erased from the S&P 500 Index of the 500 most influential companies at the start of trading at the New York Stock Exchange Thursday amid worries that President Donald J. Trump's sweeping new round of tariffs could plunge the economy, and much of the world, into a recession.
Christian News
11 Killed in Night Attack on Christian Farming Community in Nigeria
A night raid by suspected Fulani militants in Bokkos County, Nigeria, left 11 Christians dead, including a pregnant woman, her husband, and a 10-year-old girl.
Pastor in China Sentenced to 5 Years in Jail
A house church pastor was sentenced to five years in prison, according to a magazine covering religious liberty and human rights in China.
Worthy Insights
Undercover UK journalist exposes ‘BBC’ terror ties
Israeli innovation envoy Fleur Hassan-Nahoum sits down with David Collier, a prominent U.K.-based investigative journalist, to expose one of the most shocking examples of media malpractice in recent memory.
Hungary To Withdraw From International Court; Netanyahu Visits Country
As the Israeli prime minister visited the nation, Hungary announced Thursday that it would withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague.
NATO Mourns 4 US Troops Killed In Lithuania
The secretary general of the NATO military alliance on Thursday mourned four American soldiers who were killed during a military exercise in Lithuania.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
‘Hamas Out!’ Gaza Protests Grow as Terrorist Group Threatens Demonstrators
Mass protests against Hamas continued in Gaza on Wednesday—following two days of demonstrations last week, marking the most significant unrest in 18 months—as the terror group tortured and killed two protesters, threatened a crackdown, and drew vows of revenge from the victims’ families.
Israel Strikes Military Targets Across Syria in Bold Warning to Turkey
Between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, the Israeli Air Force carried out widespread strikes across Syria, targeting military bases and facilities from the Assad regime era -- a move widely seen as a warning to Turkey.
Inside the United States
Trump, Republicans Shrug as Stocks Plummet After Tariffs
President Donald Trump and some Republicans were quick to shrug off stock losses Thursday as the market responds to a jolt from Trump's reciprocal tariffs.
Nearly 2 Trillion Erased In Stocks Within Minutes Over Trump Tariffs
Roughly $1.7 trillion was erased from the S&P 500 Index of the 500 most influential companies at the start of trading at the New York Stock Exchange Thursday amid worries that President Donald J. Trump's sweeping new round of tariffs could plunge the economy, and much of the world, into a recession.
Christian News
11 Killed in Night Attack on Christian Farming Community in Nigeria
A night raid by suspected Fulani militants in Bokkos County, Nigeria, left 11 Christians dead, including a pregnant woman, her husband, and a 10-year-old girl.
Pastor in China Sentenced to 5 Years in Jail
A house church pastor was sentenced to five years in prison, according to a magazine covering religious liberty and human rights in China.
Worthy Insights
Undercover UK journalist exposes ‘BBC’ terror ties
Israeli innovation envoy Fleur Hassan-Nahoum sits down with David Collier, a prominent U.K.-based investigative journalist, to expose one of the most shocking examples of media malpractice in recent memory.