Prophecy News Watch - April 23, 2025
Around the World
World Leaders Condemn Kashmir Shootings, Killing Dozens
Several world leaders united in condemnation of a mass shooting in Indian-controlled Kashmir that officials said killed at least two dozen people.
Pope Francis’ Funeral On Saturday; Body To Lie In State
The body of the late Pope Francis will be transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday to lie in state until his funeral on Saturday morning, the Vatican announced.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump: ‘We Are on the Same Side of Every Issue’ After Call With Netanyahu
U.S. President Donald Trump said he had a "very good" call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, adding, "We are on the same side of every issue." He mentioned topics like trade and Iran but gave no further details.
Inside the United States
Trump Says He Has No Plans to Fire Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell
President Donald Trump said Tuesday he does not plan to boot Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.
Stocks Rebound as Trump Touts Trade Progress
Stocks rebounded Tuesday as the White House and President Donald Trump touted progress on trade deals amid a 90-day pause on the president's slate of reciprocal tariffs on foreign nations.
Rubio Plans Overhaul of ‘Bloated, Bureaucratic’ State Department
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to put his stamp on the U.S. State Department through an overhaul of the department responsible for the country's foreign relations.
U.S. Supreme Court Weighs Right for Parents To Opt Their Children from LGBT Content
The Supreme Court on Tuesday will hear a case from Maryland parents who argue that public schools are violating their religious rights by denying them the ability to opt their children out of LGBTQ-related lessons.
Instead of ‘Drill, Baby, Drill,’ U.S. Rig Counts Falling, Layoffs Increasing
A key pledge of President Donald Trump’s energy policy is to “unleash American energy,” make the U.S. energy industry dominant, and “drill, baby, drill.”
Christian News
Nigeria Easter Crash Kills 5 Christians; Group Urges Calm
A branch of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), the umbrella group of major denominations, has urged calm after a truck crashed into an Easter procession of pilgrims, killing at least five people and injuring numerous others.
Worthy Insights
Jonathan Turley Says SCOTUS Must Provide Trump Admin With Two Critical Concepts To Resolve Deportation Cases
George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley said Monday evening on “The Ingraham Angle” that the Supreme Court needs to provide “finality and clarity” for the Trump administration regarding their deportation cases.
Top Trump Officials Expose ‘Anti-Christian Bias’ Of Biden Admin
Attorney General Pam Bondi opened up the first meeting of the Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias on Tuesday by hearing stories about how the Justice Department was weaponized by the Biden administration to go after Christians.
‘I Have a Miraculous Story to Share’: Pastor Freed in Kidnapper Shootout Gives Thanks
American missionary Josh Sullivan is thanking God and the thousands of people who prayed for his safe return after he was kidnapped at gunpoint by masked men during a church service in South Africa earlier this month.
World Economic Forum chairman Klaus Schwab steps down
The founder of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Klaus Schwab, resigned on Monday as chairman of the forum's board.
Israelis, Jews on High Alert Worldwide as Pro-Palestinian Groups Call for Global ‘Day of Rage’
Israel is urging its citizens around the world to be vigilant as pro-Palestinian groups call for a global “Day of Rage,” while Israel ramps up its war in Gaza.
‘Absolutely infuriating’: Dem governor’s aide vandalizes at least SIX Teslas, but faces ZERO criminal charges
Police in Minneapolis are expressing their anger that, after they investigated vandalism done to multiple Tesla cars, identified a perpetrator and provided all the evidence, the local prosecutor is refusing to file criminal charges.
World Leaders Condemn Kashmir Shootings, Killing Dozens
Several world leaders united in condemnation of a mass shooting in Indian-controlled Kashmir that officials said killed at least two dozen people.
Pope Francis’ Funeral On Saturday; Body To Lie In State
The body of the late Pope Francis will be transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday to lie in state until his funeral on Saturday morning, the Vatican announced.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump: ‘We Are on the Same Side of Every Issue’ After Call With Netanyahu
U.S. President Donald Trump said he had a "very good" call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, adding, "We are on the same side of every issue." He mentioned topics like trade and Iran but gave no further details.
Inside the United States
Trump Says He Has No Plans to Fire Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell
President Donald Trump said Tuesday he does not plan to boot Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.
Stocks Rebound as Trump Touts Trade Progress
Stocks rebounded Tuesday as the White House and President Donald Trump touted progress on trade deals amid a 90-day pause on the president's slate of reciprocal tariffs on foreign nations.
Rubio Plans Overhaul of ‘Bloated, Bureaucratic’ State Department
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to put his stamp on the U.S. State Department through an overhaul of the department responsible for the country's foreign relations.
U.S. Supreme Court Weighs Right for Parents To Opt Their Children from LGBT Content
The Supreme Court on Tuesday will hear a case from Maryland parents who argue that public schools are violating their religious rights by denying them the ability to opt their children out of LGBTQ-related lessons.
Instead of ‘Drill, Baby, Drill,’ U.S. Rig Counts Falling, Layoffs Increasing
A key pledge of President Donald Trump’s energy policy is to “unleash American energy,” make the U.S. energy industry dominant, and “drill, baby, drill.”
Christian News
Nigeria Easter Crash Kills 5 Christians; Group Urges Calm
A branch of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), the umbrella group of major denominations, has urged calm after a truck crashed into an Easter procession of pilgrims, killing at least five people and injuring numerous others.
Worthy Insights
Jonathan Turley Says SCOTUS Must Provide Trump Admin With Two Critical Concepts To Resolve Deportation Cases
George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley said Monday evening on “The Ingraham Angle” that the Supreme Court needs to provide “finality and clarity” for the Trump administration regarding their deportation cases.
Top Trump Officials Expose ‘Anti-Christian Bias’ Of Biden Admin
Attorney General Pam Bondi opened up the first meeting of the Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias on Tuesday by hearing stories about how the Justice Department was weaponized by the Biden administration to go after Christians.
‘I Have a Miraculous Story to Share’: Pastor Freed in Kidnapper Shootout Gives Thanks
American missionary Josh Sullivan is thanking God and the thousands of people who prayed for his safe return after he was kidnapped at gunpoint by masked men during a church service in South Africa earlier this month.
World Economic Forum chairman Klaus Schwab steps down
The founder of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Klaus Schwab, resigned on Monday as chairman of the forum's board.
Israelis, Jews on High Alert Worldwide as Pro-Palestinian Groups Call for Global ‘Day of Rage’
Israel is urging its citizens around the world to be vigilant as pro-Palestinian groups call for a global “Day of Rage,” while Israel ramps up its war in Gaza.
‘Absolutely infuriating’: Dem governor’s aide vandalizes at least SIX Teslas, but faces ZERO criminal charges
Police in Minneapolis are expressing their anger that, after they investigated vandalism done to multiple Tesla cars, identified a perpetrator and provided all the evidence, the local prosecutor is refusing to file criminal charges.