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Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Iran threatens to shut off Strait of Hormuz
Iran has threatened once again to close the Strait of Hormuz if the nation faces military action by its “enemies.”
EU free movement cannot stay the same, UK says
British leader Theresa May has said free movement of EU workers to Britain cannot continue as in the past, while visiting Slovakia and Poland on Thursday (28 July).
Syria's Nusra Front splits with al-Qaeda
A senior al-Qaeda figure has urged the group to do what is necessary to protect the 'holy struggle of the Syrian people.' Washington voiced skepticism over the split, saying it could be an exercise in rebranding.
Merkel rules out migrant policy reversal after attacks
Recent attacks in Germany involving asylum-seekers would not change its willingness to take in refugees, Chancellor Angela Merkel has said.
French ID Second Church Attacker
The prosecutor's office identified him as Abdel-Malik Nabil Petitjean following DNA tests. A security official confirmed that he was the unidentified man pictured on a photo distributed to police four days earlier with a warning that he could be planning an attack.
China, Russia plan joint military drills in South China Sea
China's military said Thursday it will hold joint exercises with Russian forces in the South China Sea, following a recent arbitration ruling that rejected Beijing's claim to almost the entire strategic body of water.
Second church attacker also known as potential militant, say French police
The French prosecutor's office on Thursday named the second attacker in the murder of a priest at a Normandy church as Abdel Malik Nabil Petitjean, a 19-year-old native of the eastern French region of Vosges.
North Korea: U.S. has crossed red line; relations on war footing
North Korea's top diplomat for U.S. affairs told The Associated Press on Thursday that Washington 'crossed the red line' and effectively declared war by putting leader Kim Jong-un on its list of sanctioned individuals, and said a vicious showdown could erupt if the U.S. and South Korea hold annual war games as planned next month.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
State Dept. criticizes Israeli settlement expansion, demolitions
The Israeli government’s plans to build new units in Jewish settlements in the West Bank and a spate of home demolitions in Palestinian areas over the past week have drawn sharp criticism from the Obama administration.
Hamas ready to pounce on weak Fatah in local elections, experts say
The Hamas terror group in control of the Gaza Strip is poised to make a power play using one of its most potent weapons -- the ballot box.
At DNC national security night, Israel is notable for its absence
The speakers mentioned IS. They mentioned Iran. But there was nary a peep about another big I: Israel.
Kerry to meet Palestinian leader Abbas in Paris on Saturday
Kerry will meet in Paris on Saturday with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to discuss efforts to move toward a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict, the State Department said on Thursday.
Inside the United States
Police, protesters at DNC praised for restraint, courtesy
They came. They protested. They got their message out. And now that they're headed home, thousands of protesters who came to Philadelphia for the Democratic National Convention say they're leaving in peace thanks to a hands-off approach by police that led to fewer than a dozen arrests over four days of demonstrations.
Northern California wildfire continues to grow
The wildfire in Northern California has grown to scorch nearly 30,000 acres, destroy 51 structures and killed one person, fire officials said Thursday.
FBI probes hacking of Democratic congressional group
The FBI is investigating a cyber attack against another US Democratic Party group, which may be related to an earlier hack against the Democratic National Committee, four people familiar with the matter told Reuters.
US intelligence chief: not ready to identify who is behind DNC hack
Director of National Intelligence James Clapper, speaking about the hack of Democratic Party emails, said on Thursday the US intelligence community was not ready to 'make the call on attribution.'
U.S. Politics
Hillary Clinton seeks unity as nation's first major female presidential candidate
Seeking to lead a nation that is "cleareyed about what we are up against" but unafraid of the challenge, Democrat Hillary Clinton made history Thursday, becoming the first woman to accept the nomination of a major political party for president of the United States.
DNC: Disunity, High-Octane Liberalism, and Dark Days for Pro-life Democrats
The Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia started with disunity on 'steroids' and moved on to adopt the most liberal platform in its history, CBN News Chief Political Correspondent David Brody said on Thursday's 700 Club.
#DemExit begins as Hillary Clinton coronation draws to close
Hours after Hillary Clinton gave her speech Thursday accepting the Democratic presidential nomination and capping the national convention, thousands in the rank and file planned to quit the party in a #DemExit protest.
Bill Clinton Appears to Nod Off During Hillary's Speech
Did Bill Clinton fall asleep during his wife Hillary's speech accepting the Democratic nomination for President of the United States? The above clip sure looks like it.
Clinton still doesn't have a simple message for her candidacy
For Hillary Clinton, finding thousands of words for her speech Thursday accepting the Democratic presidential nomination will be easy. Distilling her campaign to a simple few will be harder.
Christian News
Anne Graham Lotz Spearheads Plan for Worldwide Revival
Anne Graham Lotz, daughter of evangelist Billy Graham, is inviting people from all nations and languages to join together in the reading of God's Word to stir a worldwide revival.
Christians Killed in 2016 So Far Almost Equal to Entire 2015 in Nigeria
The Christian Association of Nigerian-Americans has called on the Nigerian government to end the growing slaughter of Christians at the hands of radical Islamists in the country, arguing that such a massacre should not be the Christians' 'portion in Jesus' name.'
Copts attacked, forced to settle for nothing, in absence of Egyptian justice
Eight Christian homes were attacked and an equal number of Copts were detained after Muslims in an Egyptian village went on a rampage following rumours of a house church being built.
Fresh attacks on Christian villages in Benue, Central Nigeria
A fresh attack in the central Nigerian State of Benue by suspected Fulani herdsmen has left at least 14 dead in the predominantly Christian area of Gaambe-Tiev - the same place that has seen violence for over a month now.
Around the World
Iran threatens to shut off Strait of Hormuz
Iran has threatened once again to close the Strait of Hormuz if the nation faces military action by its “enemies.”
EU free movement cannot stay the same, UK says
British leader Theresa May has said free movement of EU workers to Britain cannot continue as in the past, while visiting Slovakia and Poland on Thursday (28 July).
Syria's Nusra Front splits with al-Qaeda
A senior al-Qaeda figure has urged the group to do what is necessary to protect the 'holy struggle of the Syrian people.' Washington voiced skepticism over the split, saying it could be an exercise in rebranding.
Merkel rules out migrant policy reversal after attacks
Recent attacks in Germany involving asylum-seekers would not change its willingness to take in refugees, Chancellor Angela Merkel has said.
French ID Second Church Attacker
The prosecutor's office identified him as Abdel-Malik Nabil Petitjean following DNA tests. A security official confirmed that he was the unidentified man pictured on a photo distributed to police four days earlier with a warning that he could be planning an attack.
China, Russia plan joint military drills in South China Sea
China's military said Thursday it will hold joint exercises with Russian forces in the South China Sea, following a recent arbitration ruling that rejected Beijing's claim to almost the entire strategic body of water.
Second church attacker also known as potential militant, say French police
The French prosecutor's office on Thursday named the second attacker in the murder of a priest at a Normandy church as Abdel Malik Nabil Petitjean, a 19-year-old native of the eastern French region of Vosges.
North Korea: U.S. has crossed red line; relations on war footing
North Korea's top diplomat for U.S. affairs told The Associated Press on Thursday that Washington 'crossed the red line' and effectively declared war by putting leader Kim Jong-un on its list of sanctioned individuals, and said a vicious showdown could erupt if the U.S. and South Korea hold annual war games as planned next month.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
State Dept. criticizes Israeli settlement expansion, demolitions
The Israeli government’s plans to build new units in Jewish settlements in the West Bank and a spate of home demolitions in Palestinian areas over the past week have drawn sharp criticism from the Obama administration.
Hamas ready to pounce on weak Fatah in local elections, experts say
The Hamas terror group in control of the Gaza Strip is poised to make a power play using one of its most potent weapons -- the ballot box.
At DNC national security night, Israel is notable for its absence
The speakers mentioned IS. They mentioned Iran. But there was nary a peep about another big I: Israel.
Kerry to meet Palestinian leader Abbas in Paris on Saturday
Kerry will meet in Paris on Saturday with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to discuss efforts to move toward a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict, the State Department said on Thursday.
Inside the United States
Police, protesters at DNC praised for restraint, courtesy
They came. They protested. They got their message out. And now that they're headed home, thousands of protesters who came to Philadelphia for the Democratic National Convention say they're leaving in peace thanks to a hands-off approach by police that led to fewer than a dozen arrests over four days of demonstrations.
Northern California wildfire continues to grow
The wildfire in Northern California has grown to scorch nearly 30,000 acres, destroy 51 structures and killed one person, fire officials said Thursday.
FBI probes hacking of Democratic congressional group
The FBI is investigating a cyber attack against another US Democratic Party group, which may be related to an earlier hack against the Democratic National Committee, four people familiar with the matter told Reuters.
US intelligence chief: not ready to identify who is behind DNC hack
Director of National Intelligence James Clapper, speaking about the hack of Democratic Party emails, said on Thursday the US intelligence community was not ready to 'make the call on attribution.'
U.S. Politics
Hillary Clinton seeks unity as nation's first major female presidential candidate
Seeking to lead a nation that is "cleareyed about what we are up against" but unafraid of the challenge, Democrat Hillary Clinton made history Thursday, becoming the first woman to accept the nomination of a major political party for president of the United States.
DNC: Disunity, High-Octane Liberalism, and Dark Days for Pro-life Democrats
The Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia started with disunity on 'steroids' and moved on to adopt the most liberal platform in its history, CBN News Chief Political Correspondent David Brody said on Thursday's 700 Club.
#DemExit begins as Hillary Clinton coronation draws to close
Hours after Hillary Clinton gave her speech Thursday accepting the Democratic presidential nomination and capping the national convention, thousands in the rank and file planned to quit the party in a #DemExit protest.
Bill Clinton Appears to Nod Off During Hillary's Speech
Did Bill Clinton fall asleep during his wife Hillary's speech accepting the Democratic nomination for President of the United States? The above clip sure looks like it.
Clinton still doesn't have a simple message for her candidacy
For Hillary Clinton, finding thousands of words for her speech Thursday accepting the Democratic presidential nomination will be easy. Distilling her campaign to a simple few will be harder.
Christian News
Anne Graham Lotz Spearheads Plan for Worldwide Revival
Anne Graham Lotz, daughter of evangelist Billy Graham, is inviting people from all nations and languages to join together in the reading of God's Word to stir a worldwide revival.
Christians Killed in 2016 So Far Almost Equal to Entire 2015 in Nigeria
The Christian Association of Nigerian-Americans has called on the Nigerian government to end the growing slaughter of Christians at the hands of radical Islamists in the country, arguing that such a massacre should not be the Christians' 'portion in Jesus' name.'
Copts attacked, forced to settle for nothing, in absence of Egyptian justice
Eight Christian homes were attacked and an equal number of Copts were detained after Muslims in an Egyptian village went on a rampage following rumours of a house church being built.
Fresh attacks on Christian villages in Benue, Central Nigeria
A fresh attack in the central Nigerian State of Benue by suspected Fulani herdsmen has left at least 14 dead in the predominantly Christian area of Gaambe-Tiev - the same place that has seen violence for over a month now.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Pope says attacks shows 'world is at war', religion not to blame
Pope Francis said on Wednesday that a string of recent attacks, including the murder of a priest in France, was proof that the "world is at war".
Pentagon: U.S.-Backed Forces Seized Scores of ISIS Intelligence
The United States is examining an immense collection of digital documents and other data captured from the Islamic State by U.S.-backed Syrian rebels fighting to retake the strategic city of Manbij, a military official said Wednesday.
Deutsche Bank: One of the World's Largest Banks in Serious Trouble
Germany's biggest lender was dubbed the world's riskiest bank by the International Monetary Fund last month, just as one of its U.S. businesses failed a Federal Reserve stress test. Its shares are down 45% this year, and on Wednesday it said second quarter profits were wiped out by a 98% slump in earnings.
Turkish government seizes control of 130 media outlets
Turkey's government has shut down dozens of media outlets, including 45 newspapers and 16 TV stations, in response to a failed military coup two weeks ago, a state-run news agency reported Wednesday.
Zirndorf: Suitcase filled with aerosols 'explodes' next to refugee and migrant office near Nuremberg
A bomb has detonated near a migration office in Zirndorf near Nuremberg, according to German media reports.
Russia beefs up military on southwestern flank as NATO approaches
Russia has strengthened its southwestern flank as NATO builds up its military presence and Ukraine remains unstable, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Wednesday in remarks the United States called contrary to efforts to lower tensions.
Erdogan to meet with Putin for the first time since flap over downed fighter jet
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is set to travel to Russia next month to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin -- the first meeting between the two leaders since tensions ratcheted up over the downing of a Russian fighter jet last year, Turkey's deputy prime minister announced.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
EU criticizes Israel for destroying Palestinian homes in West Bank
The European Union has strongly criticized Israel for destroying Palestinian homes in the West Bank after a report suggested that the Jewish state has destroyed more Palestinian homes in the first half of 2016 than the annual average for the past decade except for 2013.
Inside the United States
Baltimore prosecutor drops police charges in Freddie Gray case
Baltimore's top prosecutor on Wednesday dropped remaining charges against police officers tied to the death of black detainee Freddie Gray, after failing four times to secure convictions in a case that inflamed the U.S. debate on race and justice.
Mysterious Zika Cases Raise US Mosquito Fears
Florida officials are investigating four cases of Zika that do not appear to be related to travel, raising fears mosquitoes in the US are spreading the virus.
Study: Dems' $15 Wage Would Kill 7 Million Jobs
The $15 minimum wage backed by the Democratic Party will eliminate more than 7 million jobs, according to a new report.
Nearly Half of Americans Think It's Morally OK for Men to Identify as Women, Survey Finds
Nearly half of Americans now believe it's morally acceptable for people to 'identify with a gender different from their bith sex,' according to a LifeWay Research survey released earlier this month.
US Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady
Top officials of the U.S. central bank voted to keep interest rates steady at a near-record low on Wednesday.
Alabama Chief Justice Defends Anti-Gay Marriage Memo
Suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore has formally defended the gay marriage memo that put his judicial career in peril, saying he was merely trying to answer questions from probate judges that his fellow justices would not address.
Facebook Fails to Show Up for Seventh Tax Summons From IRS
Facebook Inc. officials failed to show up after getting seven summonses from the Internal Revenue Service demanding internal corporate records on one of its offshore tax strategies, according to an IRS court filing.
U.S. Politics
A Tale of 2 Americas: Platforms Show World of Difference Between Dems, GOP
Even though the climate is not as liberal as Sanders supporters would like here in Philadelphia, Democrats approved their most liberal platform, which stands in stark contrast to the platform passed by Republicans last week in Cleveland.
Obama praises Clinton as most qualified presidential candidate in U.S. history
President Barack Obama delivered a trademark soaring address at the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday, challenging the Democratic Party he's led for eight years to lift up Hillary Clinton, who he said will carry his legacy forward.
Protesters drown out former CIA director at Democratic convention
Former CIA Director Leon Panetta was giving a fairly standard speech in support of Hillary Clinton when the crowd erupted.
WikiLeaks pushes leaked DNC voicemails
Freshly unearthed voicemails and documents from the trove of leaked Democratic National Committee emails have revealed more embarrassing details about Democratic donors and party members.
Giuliani defends Trump, says Obama 'interfered directly' in Israel's elections
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani said Wednesday that President Obama should face criticism for interfering in foreign elections, as long as Democrats are criticizing Donald Trump for asking Russia to play a role in the U.S. election by helping to find Hillary Clinton's deleted emails.
Christian News
1 Dead, 8 Hurt as Car Plows Into Los Angeles Bible Group
A car has plowed into the front of a Los Angeles house where a bible study was taking place, leaving one person dead and eight injured.
In a Place Where Christianity is Dying, This Man Keeps the Faith Alive
Christianity is dying across Europe. Churches are closing as growing numbers of Europeans abandon the faith. But CBN News found a tiny nation where the opposite is happening. Thanks to the efforts of one man, Christianity is not only alive but thriving in the nation of Georgia.
Around the World
Pope says attacks shows 'world is at war', religion not to blame
Pope Francis said on Wednesday that a string of recent attacks, including the murder of a priest in France, was proof that the "world is at war".
Pentagon: U.S.-Backed Forces Seized Scores of ISIS Intelligence
The United States is examining an immense collection of digital documents and other data captured from the Islamic State by U.S.-backed Syrian rebels fighting to retake the strategic city of Manbij, a military official said Wednesday.
Deutsche Bank: One of the World's Largest Banks in Serious Trouble
Germany's biggest lender was dubbed the world's riskiest bank by the International Monetary Fund last month, just as one of its U.S. businesses failed a Federal Reserve stress test. Its shares are down 45% this year, and on Wednesday it said second quarter profits were wiped out by a 98% slump in earnings.
Turkish government seizes control of 130 media outlets
Turkey's government has shut down dozens of media outlets, including 45 newspapers and 16 TV stations, in response to a failed military coup two weeks ago, a state-run news agency reported Wednesday.
Zirndorf: Suitcase filled with aerosols 'explodes' next to refugee and migrant office near Nuremberg
A bomb has detonated near a migration office in Zirndorf near Nuremberg, according to German media reports.
Russia beefs up military on southwestern flank as NATO approaches
Russia has strengthened its southwestern flank as NATO builds up its military presence and Ukraine remains unstable, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Wednesday in remarks the United States called contrary to efforts to lower tensions.
Erdogan to meet with Putin for the first time since flap over downed fighter jet
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is set to travel to Russia next month to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin -- the first meeting between the two leaders since tensions ratcheted up over the downing of a Russian fighter jet last year, Turkey's deputy prime minister announced.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
EU criticizes Israel for destroying Palestinian homes in West Bank
The European Union has strongly criticized Israel for destroying Palestinian homes in the West Bank after a report suggested that the Jewish state has destroyed more Palestinian homes in the first half of 2016 than the annual average for the past decade except for 2013.
Inside the United States
Baltimore prosecutor drops police charges in Freddie Gray case
Baltimore's top prosecutor on Wednesday dropped remaining charges against police officers tied to the death of black detainee Freddie Gray, after failing four times to secure convictions in a case that inflamed the U.S. debate on race and justice.
Mysterious Zika Cases Raise US Mosquito Fears
Florida officials are investigating four cases of Zika that do not appear to be related to travel, raising fears mosquitoes in the US are spreading the virus.
Study: Dems' $15 Wage Would Kill 7 Million Jobs
The $15 minimum wage backed by the Democratic Party will eliminate more than 7 million jobs, according to a new report.
Nearly Half of Americans Think It's Morally OK for Men to Identify as Women, Survey Finds
Nearly half of Americans now believe it's morally acceptable for people to 'identify with a gender different from their bith sex,' according to a LifeWay Research survey released earlier this month.
US Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady
Top officials of the U.S. central bank voted to keep interest rates steady at a near-record low on Wednesday.
Alabama Chief Justice Defends Anti-Gay Marriage Memo
Suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore has formally defended the gay marriage memo that put his judicial career in peril, saying he was merely trying to answer questions from probate judges that his fellow justices would not address.
Facebook Fails to Show Up for Seventh Tax Summons From IRS
Facebook Inc. officials failed to show up after getting seven summonses from the Internal Revenue Service demanding internal corporate records on one of its offshore tax strategies, according to an IRS court filing.
U.S. Politics
A Tale of 2 Americas: Platforms Show World of Difference Between Dems, GOP
Even though the climate is not as liberal as Sanders supporters would like here in Philadelphia, Democrats approved their most liberal platform, which stands in stark contrast to the platform passed by Republicans last week in Cleveland.
Obama praises Clinton as most qualified presidential candidate in U.S. history
President Barack Obama delivered a trademark soaring address at the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday, challenging the Democratic Party he's led for eight years to lift up Hillary Clinton, who he said will carry his legacy forward.
Protesters drown out former CIA director at Democratic convention
Former CIA Director Leon Panetta was giving a fairly standard speech in support of Hillary Clinton when the crowd erupted.
WikiLeaks pushes leaked DNC voicemails
Freshly unearthed voicemails and documents from the trove of leaked Democratic National Committee emails have revealed more embarrassing details about Democratic donors and party members.
Giuliani defends Trump, says Obama 'interfered directly' in Israel's elections
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani said Wednesday that President Obama should face criticism for interfering in foreign elections, as long as Democrats are criticizing Donald Trump for asking Russia to play a role in the U.S. election by helping to find Hillary Clinton's deleted emails.
Christian News
1 Dead, 8 Hurt as Car Plows Into Los Angeles Bible Group
A car has plowed into the front of a Los Angeles house where a bible study was taking place, leaving one person dead and eight injured.
In a Place Where Christianity is Dying, This Man Keeps the Faith Alive
Christianity is dying across Europe. Churches are closing as growing numbers of Europeans abandon the faith. But CBN News found a tiny nation where the opposite is happening. Thanks to the efforts of one man, Christianity is not only alive but thriving in the nation of Georgia.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Kerry hopes to work with Russia on Syria, U.N. aims to restart talks
The United States said on Tuesday it hoped to announce in early August details of planned military cooperation and intelligence sharing with Russia on Syria, and a United Nations envoy said he would also aim to resume peace talks next month.
Islamic State terrorists slit Catholic priest’s throat at altar, videotape ‘sermon’ in Arabic
A pair of Islamic State-linked terrorists slit a priest’s throat at the altar of a Catholic church in northern France on Tuesday before videotaping a “sermon” in Arabic to mark the ritualistic slaughter — the fourth attack in a week by the terrorist group, which since June has claimed responsibility for killing more than 600 people in several countries, including the U.S.
Thousands of Turkish rebels raped, tortured, and starved
An international human rights organization claims the Turkish government is systematically torturing soldiers involved in a failed coup attempt earlier this month, as well as thousands of other detainees.
Analysis: Islamic State's first act of war on European Christianity
Islamic State has successfully committed its first act of war on European Christianity itself by taking hostages in a church and slitting the throat of an octogenarian priest as they forced him to kneel and then filmed themselves preaching in Arabic at the altar.
Suicide bombers hit peacekeeping base in Somali capital, 13 dead: police
Suicide bombers killed at least 13 people at the gates of the African Union's main peacekeeping base in the Somali capital on Tuesday, police said, in an attack claimed by the Islamist militants of al Shabaab.
Normandy church attacker was on watch list and wore electronic tag, French officials say
Two attackers backing the Islamic State -- including one on a watch list -- stormed a village church during Mass in northern France on Tuesday, taking hostages and slitting the throat of a 86-year-old priest before police commandos shot and killed the assailants, authorities said.
Hollande: Deadly church attack in France carried out in name of ISIS
French President Francois Hollande tells reporters that Tuesday's deadly attack at a Catholic church in Normandy was carried out by 'by two terrorists in the name of Daesh' -- another name for ISIS.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli forces nab terror cell, kill member responsible for death of W.Bank rabbi
A Palestinian involved in a Hamas terror cell implicated in the death Rabbi Michael Mark of was killed during an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) operation overnight near the West Bank city of Hebron, Israel's Channel 2 news reports.
Protesters burn Israeli flag outside Democratic convention
Protesters set an Israeli flag on fire and chanted 'Long live the intifada' outside of the Democratic National Convention site in Philadelphia on Tuesday night, as others clashed with police.
Al-Qaeda said to urge attacks on Israeli athletes at Rio games
The al-Qaeda jihadist group has reportedly issued a directive urging its followers to carry out lone wolf attacks against Israeli athletes at the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
Inside the United States
Shooting deaths of law enforcement spike in 2016, report reveals
Shooting deaths of law enforcement officers spiked 78 percent in the first half of 2016 compared to last year, including an alarming increase in ambush-style assaults like the ones that killed eight officers in Dallas and Baton Rouge, according to a report released Wednesday.
California declares state of emergency over Los Angeles wildfire
California declared a state of emergency Tuesday after a wildfire near Los Angeles has burned more than 37,000 acres, and another in Big Sur has burned more than 23,000 acres, officials said.
Leaked Emails Show DNC Pushed Narrative Against NC's Transgender Bathroom Law
The Democratic National Committee helped push a national narrative opposing the controversial North Carolina transgender bathroom law and officials seemingly celebrated the potential for economic struggles to hit the state following the law's passage earlier this year, emails leaked by WikiLeaks last weekend show.
California Pro-Life Activists Cleared in Undercover Videos Case
The last remaining charge against two California pro-life activists has been dropped.
Firefighters beat back Southern California 'Sand Fire': 25% contained
Firefighters began beating back the fire that has scorched 37,473 acres in the Santa Clarita Valley in Southern California.
That Jihad Attack on the Orlando Gay Nightclub Never Happened, Says President Obama
Do you remember the June 12 jihad attack by a Muslim that killed 49 Americans in the Pulse gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida? It was a big thing in the media at the time, complete with reports about a cellphone confession by the jihadi, and evidence that his immigrant Muslim family knew about the planned jihad attack.
U.S. Politics
Hillary Clinton Nominated Amid Protests From Sanders Supporters
Hillary Clinton was formally declared the Democratic presidential nominee on Tuesday evening, amid protests from supporters of Sen. Bernie Sanders (I., Vt.) and efforts of party leaders to unify Democrats behind the former secretary of state.
Madeleine Albright drops ISIS references from convention speech
Just hours after Republicans mocked Democrats for avoiding talking about the Islamic State at their convention, former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright deleted two references to the terrorist group from her prepared remarks.
Will Leaked Emails Confirm Corruption with DNC, Clinton and Media?
With thousands of leaked private emails now public, new details are emerging about corruption within the Democratic National Committee.
Gun Control Advocates Confident About Hillary Clinton
Gun control activists at a Tuesday event in Philadelphia expressed confidence that Hillary Clinton would advance their legislative agenda if elected president.
Julian Assange: 'A lot more material' coming on US elections
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange said Tuesday his whistleblowing website might release 'a lot more material' relevant to the US electoral campaign.
Democrats heckle preacher during opening prayer
Monday night in Philadelphia the Democrats opened their proceedings with a word of prayer -- from a Christian minister. Now that in and of itself was a miracle -- right up there with the water getting turned into wine.
Missing Topic From DNC Day One: ISIS
Over 60 speeches were made Monday night at the Democratic National Convention, yet one key topic was MIA: the rise of ISIS.
Christian News
'Until He comes': Police, clergy pledge 24/7 prayer
Months before related shootings in three states resulted in the deaths of eight policemen and two black civilian men in July, the Houston Police Officers Union began recruiting clergy and intercessors to make Houston a city of prayer.
Around the World
Kerry hopes to work with Russia on Syria, U.N. aims to restart talks
The United States said on Tuesday it hoped to announce in early August details of planned military cooperation and intelligence sharing with Russia on Syria, and a United Nations envoy said he would also aim to resume peace talks next month.
Islamic State terrorists slit Catholic priest’s throat at altar, videotape ‘sermon’ in Arabic
A pair of Islamic State-linked terrorists slit a priest’s throat at the altar of a Catholic church in northern France on Tuesday before videotaping a “sermon” in Arabic to mark the ritualistic slaughter — the fourth attack in a week by the terrorist group, which since June has claimed responsibility for killing more than 600 people in several countries, including the U.S.
Thousands of Turkish rebels raped, tortured, and starved
An international human rights organization claims the Turkish government is systematically torturing soldiers involved in a failed coup attempt earlier this month, as well as thousands of other detainees.
Analysis: Islamic State's first act of war on European Christianity
Islamic State has successfully committed its first act of war on European Christianity itself by taking hostages in a church and slitting the throat of an octogenarian priest as they forced him to kneel and then filmed themselves preaching in Arabic at the altar.
Suicide bombers hit peacekeeping base in Somali capital, 13 dead: police
Suicide bombers killed at least 13 people at the gates of the African Union's main peacekeeping base in the Somali capital on Tuesday, police said, in an attack claimed by the Islamist militants of al Shabaab.
Normandy church attacker was on watch list and wore electronic tag, French officials say
Two attackers backing the Islamic State -- including one on a watch list -- stormed a village church during Mass in northern France on Tuesday, taking hostages and slitting the throat of a 86-year-old priest before police commandos shot and killed the assailants, authorities said.
Hollande: Deadly church attack in France carried out in name of ISIS
French President Francois Hollande tells reporters that Tuesday's deadly attack at a Catholic church in Normandy was carried out by 'by two terrorists in the name of Daesh' -- another name for ISIS.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli forces nab terror cell, kill member responsible for death of W.Bank rabbi
A Palestinian involved in a Hamas terror cell implicated in the death Rabbi Michael Mark of was killed during an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) operation overnight near the West Bank city of Hebron, Israel's Channel 2 news reports.
Protesters burn Israeli flag outside Democratic convention
Protesters set an Israeli flag on fire and chanted 'Long live the intifada' outside of the Democratic National Convention site in Philadelphia on Tuesday night, as others clashed with police.
Al-Qaeda said to urge attacks on Israeli athletes at Rio games
The al-Qaeda jihadist group has reportedly issued a directive urging its followers to carry out lone wolf attacks against Israeli athletes at the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
Inside the United States
Shooting deaths of law enforcement spike in 2016, report reveals
Shooting deaths of law enforcement officers spiked 78 percent in the first half of 2016 compared to last year, including an alarming increase in ambush-style assaults like the ones that killed eight officers in Dallas and Baton Rouge, according to a report released Wednesday.
California declares state of emergency over Los Angeles wildfire
California declared a state of emergency Tuesday after a wildfire near Los Angeles has burned more than 37,000 acres, and another in Big Sur has burned more than 23,000 acres, officials said.
Leaked Emails Show DNC Pushed Narrative Against NC's Transgender Bathroom Law
The Democratic National Committee helped push a national narrative opposing the controversial North Carolina transgender bathroom law and officials seemingly celebrated the potential for economic struggles to hit the state following the law's passage earlier this year, emails leaked by WikiLeaks last weekend show.
California Pro-Life Activists Cleared in Undercover Videos Case
The last remaining charge against two California pro-life activists has been dropped.
Firefighters beat back Southern California 'Sand Fire': 25% contained
Firefighters began beating back the fire that has scorched 37,473 acres in the Santa Clarita Valley in Southern California.
That Jihad Attack on the Orlando Gay Nightclub Never Happened, Says President Obama
Do you remember the June 12 jihad attack by a Muslim that killed 49 Americans in the Pulse gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida? It was a big thing in the media at the time, complete with reports about a cellphone confession by the jihadi, and evidence that his immigrant Muslim family knew about the planned jihad attack.
U.S. Politics
Hillary Clinton Nominated Amid Protests From Sanders Supporters
Hillary Clinton was formally declared the Democratic presidential nominee on Tuesday evening, amid protests from supporters of Sen. Bernie Sanders (I., Vt.) and efforts of party leaders to unify Democrats behind the former secretary of state.
Madeleine Albright drops ISIS references from convention speech
Just hours after Republicans mocked Democrats for avoiding talking about the Islamic State at their convention, former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright deleted two references to the terrorist group from her prepared remarks.
Will Leaked Emails Confirm Corruption with DNC, Clinton and Media?
With thousands of leaked private emails now public, new details are emerging about corruption within the Democratic National Committee.
Gun Control Advocates Confident About Hillary Clinton
Gun control activists at a Tuesday event in Philadelphia expressed confidence that Hillary Clinton would advance their legislative agenda if elected president.
Julian Assange: 'A lot more material' coming on US elections
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange said Tuesday his whistleblowing website might release 'a lot more material' relevant to the US electoral campaign.
Democrats heckle preacher during opening prayer
Monday night in Philadelphia the Democrats opened their proceedings with a word of prayer -- from a Christian minister. Now that in and of itself was a miracle -- right up there with the water getting turned into wine.
Missing Topic From DNC Day One: ISIS
Over 60 speeches were made Monday night at the Democratic National Convention, yet one key topic was MIA: the rise of ISIS.
Christian News
'Until He comes': Police, clergy pledge 24/7 prayer
Months before related shootings in three states resulted in the deaths of eight policemen and two black civilian men in July, the Houston Police Officers Union began recruiting clergy and intercessors to make Houston a city of prayer.