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Around the World
Europe Urges US To Avoid Shock Withdrawal Of Troops
European allies are urging the United States to coordinate its plans to reduce thousands of troops from Europe amid concerns it could leave the continent vulnerable to attacks from Russia and other nations.
Trump Pauses Most Tariffs, Raises Tariffs on China to 125%
resident Donald Trump ordered a 90-day pause on his wave of reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, but he turned up the pressure on China boosting his 104% tariff on imports from China to 125%.
Iran Arms Iraqi Proxies with Missiles Despite Warnings From Trump
Iran has delivered long-range missiles to its militia proxies in Iraq, expanding its military influence despite warnings from President Donald Trump to hold Tehran accountable for its proxies' actions, the Times of London reported.
Stock Markets in Asia and Europe Continue to Sink
Major stock indexes sank in Asia Wednesday, and similar moves were due in Europe as U.S. President Donald J. Trump's eye-watering 104 percent tariffs on China took effect.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Expands Buffer Zone in Gaza, Majority of Hamas Tunnels Remain Intact
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have made substantial progress in southern Gaza with minimal combat, broadening their buffer zone along the border, and launching over 1,000 airstrikes against Hamas, resulting in the elimination of more than 40 of its leaders and the discovery of numerous tunnels. However, only about a quarter of Hamas's tunnels have been destroyed, according to security sources.
Senate: ‘Mike Huckabee US Ambassador to Israel’
- Mike Huckabee, an ordained Southern Baptist pastor noted for his Evangelical and pro-Israel views, prepares to take up his job as the United States ambassador to Israel.
Inside the United States
US Stocks See Biggest Gains Since World War Two
Stocks surged to one of their biggest single-day gains since World War Two after U.S. President Donald J. Trump paused tariffs on imported goods from most nations except China.
$5.8 Trillion Budget Resolution One Step Away From Adoption
Republicans in the House narrowly cleared a procedural hurdle to tee up a final vote on the Senate's amended budget.
Stocks Soar After Trump Suspends Tariffs
President Donald Trump continued ahead Wednesday with his on-again, off-again tariffs, with his latest tariff suspension sending U.S. markets soaring.
Trump Explains Exactly Why He Paused Tariffs After Liberation Day
President Donald Trump paused his latest wave of tariffs on Wednesday after making big promises to Americans about how the tariffs would reshape the global economy with the U.S. at the center.
Trump Signs Four Executive Orders Promoting Coal Industry
President Donald Trump signed four executive orders Tuesday promoting the deregulation and expansion of the “beautiful, clean coal” industry in the U.S.
Christian News
Muslim Man Kills His Wife for Converting to Christianity During Ramadan
A mother of six was fatally stabbed by her Muslim husband in Uganda following her attendance at her first church service, according to Morning Star News.
Worthy Insights
Researcher Teases Shocking Bible, Faith Findings That Will Surprise Americans
A researcher who specializes in assessing Christianity in America said he recently “woke up” to the positive changes happening surrounding faith in America when he observed shocking spikes in Bible sales.
Scientists getting closer to proving Turkish site as Noah’s ark
Scientists are getting closer to proving a Turkish find discovered in the 1990s is the Biblical Noah’s ark, with soil samples consistent with the presence of rotting wood, the UK newspaper The Sun reported on Sunday.
Europe Urges US To Avoid Shock Withdrawal Of Troops
European allies are urging the United States to coordinate its plans to reduce thousands of troops from Europe amid concerns it could leave the continent vulnerable to attacks from Russia and other nations.
Trump Pauses Most Tariffs, Raises Tariffs on China to 125%
resident Donald Trump ordered a 90-day pause on his wave of reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, but he turned up the pressure on China boosting his 104% tariff on imports from China to 125%.
Iran Arms Iraqi Proxies with Missiles Despite Warnings From Trump
Iran has delivered long-range missiles to its militia proxies in Iraq, expanding its military influence despite warnings from President Donald Trump to hold Tehran accountable for its proxies' actions, the Times of London reported.
Stock Markets in Asia and Europe Continue to Sink
Major stock indexes sank in Asia Wednesday, and similar moves were due in Europe as U.S. President Donald J. Trump's eye-watering 104 percent tariffs on China took effect.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Expands Buffer Zone in Gaza, Majority of Hamas Tunnels Remain Intact
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have made substantial progress in southern Gaza with minimal combat, broadening their buffer zone along the border, and launching over 1,000 airstrikes against Hamas, resulting in the elimination of more than 40 of its leaders and the discovery of numerous tunnels. However, only about a quarter of Hamas's tunnels have been destroyed, according to security sources.
Senate: ‘Mike Huckabee US Ambassador to Israel’
- Mike Huckabee, an ordained Southern Baptist pastor noted for his Evangelical and pro-Israel views, prepares to take up his job as the United States ambassador to Israel.
Inside the United States
US Stocks See Biggest Gains Since World War Two
Stocks surged to one of their biggest single-day gains since World War Two after U.S. President Donald J. Trump paused tariffs on imported goods from most nations except China.
$5.8 Trillion Budget Resolution One Step Away From Adoption
Republicans in the House narrowly cleared a procedural hurdle to tee up a final vote on the Senate's amended budget.
Stocks Soar After Trump Suspends Tariffs
President Donald Trump continued ahead Wednesday with his on-again, off-again tariffs, with his latest tariff suspension sending U.S. markets soaring.
Trump Explains Exactly Why He Paused Tariffs After Liberation Day
President Donald Trump paused his latest wave of tariffs on Wednesday after making big promises to Americans about how the tariffs would reshape the global economy with the U.S. at the center.
Trump Signs Four Executive Orders Promoting Coal Industry
President Donald Trump signed four executive orders Tuesday promoting the deregulation and expansion of the “beautiful, clean coal” industry in the U.S.
Christian News
Muslim Man Kills His Wife for Converting to Christianity During Ramadan
A mother of six was fatally stabbed by her Muslim husband in Uganda following her attendance at her first church service, according to Morning Star News.
Worthy Insights
Researcher Teases Shocking Bible, Faith Findings That Will Surprise Americans
A researcher who specializes in assessing Christianity in America said he recently “woke up” to the positive changes happening surrounding faith in America when he observed shocking spikes in Bible sales.
Scientists getting closer to proving Turkish site as Noah’s ark
Scientists are getting closer to proving a Turkish find discovered in the 1990s is the Biblical Noah’s ark, with soil samples consistent with the presence of rotting wood, the UK newspaper The Sun reported on Sunday.
Around the World
Israel, Turkey Talks On Avoiding Military Clash Over Syria
Encouraged by U.S. President Donald J. Trump, Israel and Turkey have been holding direct talks on Syria to avoid the risk of a military confrontation, say sources familiar with the discussions.
Scores Killed In Nightclub Roof Collapse In Dominican Republic
Rescuers frantically searched for survivors after a deadly roof collapse at an iconic nightclub in the Dominican Republic’s capital killed at least 67 people, including politicians, athletes, and others attending a merengue concert.
White House Says China Can’t Avoid 104% Retaliatory Tariffs
The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump remains willing to make deals with other nations, but only if doing so will help American workers and address U.S. trade deficits.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Advocates for ‘Libyan-Style’ Dismantling of Iran’s Nuclear Program
After meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington D.C., Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Tuesday of the dangers of a nuclear Iran as he prepared to depart for Israel. He emphasized that Iran "must not have nuclear weapons," stating the goal could be achieved either diplomatically or militarily.
High Court Temporarily Blocks Netanyahu from Dismissing Security Chief After Turbulent Hearing
The Israeli High Court of Justice issued an interim injunction on Tuesday to keep Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar in office and urged the government and the Attorney-General's Office to devise a "creative solution" by April 20 regarding his contested dismissal last month.
Inside the United States
Trump Tariffs Set 12:01 A.M. Wednesday, Stocks Suffer After Rally
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that President Donald J. Trump’s tariffs, including the steep duties set for Chinese imports, will go into effect just after midnight (Eastern Standard Time), stalling a big bounce-back rally on Wall Street Tuesday.
Nearly 1 Million Facing Deportation Released Into U.S. Through CBP One App
More than 900,000 illegal foreign nationals who were unlawfully released into the country by the Biden administration through a now defunct CBP One phone app have been notified that their parole status is terminated and have been instructed to leave the U.S. immediately, or face deportation, according to a notification obtained by CBS News.
Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Take 16,000 Workers Off Federal Payroll
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that the Trump administration can keep thousands of probationary workers off of the federal payroll as lawsuits challenging the administration's plan to fire them play out in court.
Wall Street Opens Sharply Higher On Hopes Of Tariff Talks
A trend in Asia and Europe continued, with Wall Street's main indexes on Tuesday rising after a bruising selloff that wiped out trillions of dollars since last week after U.S. President Donald J. Trump imposed tariffs on nearly all nations, including uninhabited islands.
Christian News
Youth With A Mission ‘Regrets Spiritual Abuse, Manipulation’ Closes Location (Worthy News Investigation)
The England branch of Youth With A Mission (YWAM), one of the world’s largest Christian mission groups, says they “deeply regret” that several of its young missionaries “had harmful experiences of spiritual abuse and manipulation,” adding that a YWAM location where the wrongdoings occurred has been closed.
Worthy Insights
Planned Parenthood Given the Boot After Handing Sexually Graphic Coloring Book to Kids at Museum
Planned Parenthood has been kicked out of future events at the Kentucky Science Center (KSC) after handing out sexually graphic coloring books to elementary school children at a recent museum event.
Jupiter’s Magnetic Shield Shattered by Solar Storm—Stunning Scientists with a 500°C Heat Surge
A powerful solar storm has delivered a dramatic blow to Jupiter’s magnetosphere, revealing that even the largest planet in our solar system isn’t immune to the Sun’s ferocity. As detailed in a new study published on April 3, 2025, in Geophysical Research Letters, researchers recorded a surge of heat in Jupiter’s upper atmosphere, rising to a staggering 500°C, after a stream of solar wind crushed the gas giant’s magnetic shield. The findings not only challenge assumptions about the resilience of gas giants but also offer a model for how similar events might affect Earth’s atmosphere and technology.
The Return of the Dire Wolf
Romulus and Remus are doing what puppies do: chasing, tussling, nipping, nuzzling. But there’s something very un-puppylike about the snowy white 6-month olds—their size, for starters. At their young age they already measure nearly 4 ft. long, tip the scales at 80 lb., and could grow to 6 ft. and 150 lb. Then there’s their behavior: the angelic exuberance puppies exhibit in the presence of humans—trotting up for hugs, belly rubs, kisses—is completely absent. They keep their distance, retreating if a person approaches. Even one of the handlers who raised them from birth can get only so close before Romulus and Remus flinch and retreat. This isn’t domestic canine behavior, this is wild lupine behavior: the pups are wolves. Not only that, they’re dire wolves—which means they have cause to be lonely.
Israel, Turkey Talks On Avoiding Military Clash Over Syria
Encouraged by U.S. President Donald J. Trump, Israel and Turkey have been holding direct talks on Syria to avoid the risk of a military confrontation, say sources familiar with the discussions.
Scores Killed In Nightclub Roof Collapse In Dominican Republic
Rescuers frantically searched for survivors after a deadly roof collapse at an iconic nightclub in the Dominican Republic’s capital killed at least 67 people, including politicians, athletes, and others attending a merengue concert.
White House Says China Can’t Avoid 104% Retaliatory Tariffs
The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump remains willing to make deals with other nations, but only if doing so will help American workers and address U.S. trade deficits.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Advocates for ‘Libyan-Style’ Dismantling of Iran’s Nuclear Program
After meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington D.C., Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Tuesday of the dangers of a nuclear Iran as he prepared to depart for Israel. He emphasized that Iran "must not have nuclear weapons," stating the goal could be achieved either diplomatically or militarily.
High Court Temporarily Blocks Netanyahu from Dismissing Security Chief After Turbulent Hearing
The Israeli High Court of Justice issued an interim injunction on Tuesday to keep Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar in office and urged the government and the Attorney-General's Office to devise a "creative solution" by April 20 regarding his contested dismissal last month.
Inside the United States
Trump Tariffs Set 12:01 A.M. Wednesday, Stocks Suffer After Rally
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that President Donald J. Trump’s tariffs, including the steep duties set for Chinese imports, will go into effect just after midnight (Eastern Standard Time), stalling a big bounce-back rally on Wall Street Tuesday.
Nearly 1 Million Facing Deportation Released Into U.S. Through CBP One App
More than 900,000 illegal foreign nationals who were unlawfully released into the country by the Biden administration through a now defunct CBP One phone app have been notified that their parole status is terminated and have been instructed to leave the U.S. immediately, or face deportation, according to a notification obtained by CBS News.
Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Take 16,000 Workers Off Federal Payroll
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that the Trump administration can keep thousands of probationary workers off of the federal payroll as lawsuits challenging the administration's plan to fire them play out in court.
Wall Street Opens Sharply Higher On Hopes Of Tariff Talks
A trend in Asia and Europe continued, with Wall Street's main indexes on Tuesday rising after a bruising selloff that wiped out trillions of dollars since last week after U.S. President Donald J. Trump imposed tariffs on nearly all nations, including uninhabited islands.
Christian News
Youth With A Mission ‘Regrets Spiritual Abuse, Manipulation’ Closes Location (Worthy News Investigation)
The England branch of Youth With A Mission (YWAM), one of the world’s largest Christian mission groups, says they “deeply regret” that several of its young missionaries “had harmful experiences of spiritual abuse and manipulation,” adding that a YWAM location where the wrongdoings occurred has been closed.
Worthy Insights
Planned Parenthood Given the Boot After Handing Sexually Graphic Coloring Book to Kids at Museum
Planned Parenthood has been kicked out of future events at the Kentucky Science Center (KSC) after handing out sexually graphic coloring books to elementary school children at a recent museum event.
Jupiter’s Magnetic Shield Shattered by Solar Storm—Stunning Scientists with a 500°C Heat Surge
A powerful solar storm has delivered a dramatic blow to Jupiter’s magnetosphere, revealing that even the largest planet in our solar system isn’t immune to the Sun’s ferocity. As detailed in a new study published on April 3, 2025, in Geophysical Research Letters, researchers recorded a surge of heat in Jupiter’s upper atmosphere, rising to a staggering 500°C, after a stream of solar wind crushed the gas giant’s magnetic shield. The findings not only challenge assumptions about the resilience of gas giants but also offer a model for how similar events might affect Earth’s atmosphere and technology.
The Return of the Dire Wolf
Romulus and Remus are doing what puppies do: chasing, tussling, nipping, nuzzling. But there’s something very un-puppylike about the snowy white 6-month olds—their size, for starters. At their young age they already measure nearly 4 ft. long, tip the scales at 80 lb., and could grow to 6 ft. and 150 lb. Then there’s their behavior: the angelic exuberance puppies exhibit in the presence of humans—trotting up for hugs, belly rubs, kisses—is completely absent. They keep their distance, retreating if a person approaches. Even one of the handlers who raised them from birth can get only so close before Romulus and Remus flinch and retreat. This isn’t domestic canine behavior, this is wild lupine behavior: the pups are wolves. Not only that, they’re dire wolves—which means they have cause to be lonely.
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.