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Around the World
Britain Charges Teen With Al Qaida Ties With Terrorism
The teenager who allegedly killed three girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in England in a stabbing rampage that sparked massive violent protests has been charged with a terrorism offense, officials said Tuesday.
US Would Help Defend Saudi Arabia Against Iranian Attack, Report
The United States recently quietly indicated to Saudi Arabia that it would help to defend the Kingdom against an attack by Iran or its proxies, sources familiar with the matter told Bloomberg News.
Lebanon Politician Openly Condemns Hezbollah
With Israel pounding Hezbollah positions in Lebanon, there were signs of growing discontent Monday about the Iran-backed group as a key official said it would bring disaster over the nation.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel: ‘No New Diplomatic Missions Other Than Embassies In Jerusalem’ (Worthy News In-Depth)
No new diplomatic missions other than embassies will be allowed in Jerusalem, which Israel regards as its “eternal undivided capital,” the Jewish nation’s parliament, the Knesset, decided Tuesday.
Israel’s Strike on Iran Damaged a Site Experts Believe Is Connected to Nuclear Weapon Development
A secretive Iranian military base that experts believe is connected to Tehran’s nuclear weapons program appears to have been damaged by Israel’s air strikes on Saturday, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. Israel’s October 26 strikes were in retaliation for the barrage of some 200 ballistic missiles launched at the Jewish state by Iran’s Islamic regime on October 1.
Iran Supreme Leader Seeks World Coalition Against Israel
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has urged the world to stand up against Israel in a military coalition “if necessary” after the Jewish nation struck army sites in Iran on Saturday, killing at least four military personnel.
Inside the United States
Democratic Donation Processor Faces Potential Reckoning If GOP Wins in November
Just one week from Election Day, millions of dollars have poured in online through ActBlue, the Democratic Party's primary donation processor, but a series of allegations of fraud have put ActBlue in the spotlight and potentially up for a crackdown from House Republicans if they retain the majority this November.
Former White House Chief Strategist Steve Bannon Released From Prison
Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s ally and chief strategist Steve Bannon was released from a Connecticut federal prison early Tuesday after serving four months in jail for failing to comply with a subpoena by a Congressional committee investigating January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Trump ‘Reviving Christian Faith’ In White House
Former U.S. President Donald Trump says he wants to bring Christian faith back into the White House if he wins the elections next week.
Christian News
Nigeria: Boko Haram Behead Four ‘Infidel’ Civilians Including a Woman
Suspected Boko Haram Islamic terrorists in northeast Nigeria have beheaded four ‘infidel’ civilians, one of whom was a woman and one who is believed to have been a Christian, the Open Doors international Christian advocacy organization reported on October 24. The traumatizing attack took place amid ongoing extreme violence against Nigerians considered ‘infidels’ for not conforming to the terrorists’ jihadist ideology.
Dozens Killed In Sudan Mosque Attack; Christians Concerned (Worthy News In-Depth)
Christian rights investigators confirmed Monday that Sudan’s military struck a mosque in the country’s east-central Gezira State, killing up to 31 people, after churches were also attacked.
Pakistan: Christian Mother Granted Rare Bail in Blasphemy Case
In a rare move for a Pakistani court, a trial judge in Punjab Province, Pakistan, last month granted bail to a Christian mother falsely accused of blasphemy, Christian Daily International (CDI) reports.
Worthy Insights
TV Hits Trump With 85% Negative News vs. 78% Positive Press for Harris
One week before Election Day, a new analysis from the Media Research Center finds that broadcast evening news coverage of the 2024 presidential race has been the most lopsided in history. Since July, ABC, CBS and NBC have treated Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris to 78 percent positive coverage, while these same networks have pummeled former Republican President Donald Trump with 85 percent negative coverage.
Britain Charges Teen With Al Qaida Ties With Terrorism
The teenager who allegedly killed three girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in England in a stabbing rampage that sparked massive violent protests has been charged with a terrorism offense, officials said Tuesday.
US Would Help Defend Saudi Arabia Against Iranian Attack, Report
The United States recently quietly indicated to Saudi Arabia that it would help to defend the Kingdom against an attack by Iran or its proxies, sources familiar with the matter told Bloomberg News.
Lebanon Politician Openly Condemns Hezbollah
With Israel pounding Hezbollah positions in Lebanon, there were signs of growing discontent Monday about the Iran-backed group as a key official said it would bring disaster over the nation.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel: ‘No New Diplomatic Missions Other Than Embassies In Jerusalem’ (Worthy News In-Depth)
No new diplomatic missions other than embassies will be allowed in Jerusalem, which Israel regards as its “eternal undivided capital,” the Jewish nation’s parliament, the Knesset, decided Tuesday.
Israel’s Strike on Iran Damaged a Site Experts Believe Is Connected to Nuclear Weapon Development
A secretive Iranian military base that experts believe is connected to Tehran’s nuclear weapons program appears to have been damaged by Israel’s air strikes on Saturday, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. Israel’s October 26 strikes were in retaliation for the barrage of some 200 ballistic missiles launched at the Jewish state by Iran’s Islamic regime on October 1.
Iran Supreme Leader Seeks World Coalition Against Israel
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has urged the world to stand up against Israel in a military coalition “if necessary” after the Jewish nation struck army sites in Iran on Saturday, killing at least four military personnel.
Inside the United States
Democratic Donation Processor Faces Potential Reckoning If GOP Wins in November
Just one week from Election Day, millions of dollars have poured in online through ActBlue, the Democratic Party's primary donation processor, but a series of allegations of fraud have put ActBlue in the spotlight and potentially up for a crackdown from House Republicans if they retain the majority this November.
Former White House Chief Strategist Steve Bannon Released From Prison
Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s ally and chief strategist Steve Bannon was released from a Connecticut federal prison early Tuesday after serving four months in jail for failing to comply with a subpoena by a Congressional committee investigating January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Trump ‘Reviving Christian Faith’ In White House
Former U.S. President Donald Trump says he wants to bring Christian faith back into the White House if he wins the elections next week.
Christian News
Nigeria: Boko Haram Behead Four ‘Infidel’ Civilians Including a Woman
Suspected Boko Haram Islamic terrorists in northeast Nigeria have beheaded four ‘infidel’ civilians, one of whom was a woman and one who is believed to have been a Christian, the Open Doors international Christian advocacy organization reported on October 24. The traumatizing attack took place amid ongoing extreme violence against Nigerians considered ‘infidels’ for not conforming to the terrorists’ jihadist ideology.
Dozens Killed In Sudan Mosque Attack; Christians Concerned (Worthy News In-Depth)
Christian rights investigators confirmed Monday that Sudan’s military struck a mosque in the country’s east-central Gezira State, killing up to 31 people, after churches were also attacked.
Pakistan: Christian Mother Granted Rare Bail in Blasphemy Case
In a rare move for a Pakistani court, a trial judge in Punjab Province, Pakistan, last month granted bail to a Christian mother falsely accused of blasphemy, Christian Daily International (CDI) reports.
Worthy Insights
TV Hits Trump With 85% Negative News vs. 78% Positive Press for Harris
One week before Election Day, a new analysis from the Media Research Center finds that broadcast evening news coverage of the 2024 presidential race has been the most lopsided in history. Since July, ABC, CBS and NBC have treated Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris to 78 percent positive coverage, while these same networks have pummeled former Republican President Donald Trump with 85 percent negative coverage.
Around the World
China Rapidly Expands and Modernizes Its Nuclear Arsenal at Unprecedented Pace
China is rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal at an unprecedented pace, according to a U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) report. The report warns that growing capabilities could boost Chinese leaders' confidence but also increase the risk of dangerous mistakes—raising the potential for escalation in the coming years.
Germany’s Automaker Volkswagen To Shut 3 Factories
Volkswagen, one of Germany’s largest automakers, intends to close three factories, impacting thousands of jobs, its works council said Monday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
‘Iron Beam’ Set to Fully Deploy by 2025
Israel’s Iron Beam, a high-powered laser air defense system, is set to become operational by mid-2025, Israel's Defense Ministry announced Monday, as the government announced a 2 billion-shekel ($536 million) arms agreement.
Israel Bans United Nations Relief Agency UNRWA
Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, voted Monday for legislation banning the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNWRA), which services Palestinian refugees in east Jerusalem, Gaza, and the West Bank.
Egypt Proposes Two-Day Ceasefire For Israeli Hostages
Egypt proposed on Sunday an initial two-day ceasefire in Gaza to exchange four Israeli hostages of Hamas for some Palestinian prisoners amid ongoing deadly clashes.
Inside the United States
Referendum Upheld: Ohio State Court Strikes Down ‘Heartbeat’ Abortion Law
A county court judge has permanently blocked an effort by Ohio’s attorney general to enforce a 2019 law banning abortion at six week’s gestation, the Associated Press (AP) reports. Ohio’s Republican Attorney General Dave Yost sought to enforce the 'heartbeat bill' despite last year’s voter-approved amendment to enshrine the right to abortion under Ohio’s state constitution.
Microsoft Fires Employees Over Gaza ‘Genocide’ Vigil
U.S. tech giant Microsoft has fired two influential employees after they organized a vigil at the company's headquarters in honor of "victims of the Palestinian genocide."
Trump, Harris Fighting For Attention With Hostile Rhetoric (Worthy News Focus)
U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump and his Democratic rival Kamala Harris are fighting for attention in their final campaign sprint toward the November 5 presidential poll after holding competing rallies attended by tens of thousands of people.
Christian News
Uganda: Pastor Murdered With His Family After Leading Muslims to Christ
A pastor and his wife and two young daughters were burned to death in eastern Uganda earlier this month by Islamic extremists enraged that he had led three Muslims to Christ, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Ex-Terrorist Condemns Arrests Christians In Indonesia
The leader of an underground Christian movement for former Muslims expressed concern Monday about the recent arrest of two Christians for "blasphemy" against Islam.
More Than 1,000 Students Answer Call to Follow Jesus at Florida University Gospel Event
The Unite US evangelistic outreach to American college students has reported that the University of Florida saw more than 1,000 students answer the call to follow Jesus during a campus event last week.
Worthy Insights
Trump, RFK Jr’s ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Pledge Signals Major Shift In GOP Priorities
Former President Donald Trump and former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s recent vow to tackle public health issues together could signal a major shift in Republican priorities if the Trump campaign prevails on Election Day.
Hundreds of ballots destroyed in drop box arson; officials say Vancouver, Portland incidents linked
Hundreds of ballots were destroyed in a ballot box fire in Vancouver early Monday morning, and another ballot box fire in Portland destroyed three ballots. The fires happened about a week away from the Nov. 5 general election. Law enforcement officials believe the two incidents — and a similar Vancouver incident three weeks ago — are all linked.
Witches Report Their Spells Against Trump Aren’t Working: ‘He Has a Shield’
From dabblers to hard-core practitioners, witchcraft has been on the rise in the U.S. in recent years. It has become so trendy that there's an entire TikTok hashtag dedicated to WitchTok, and it's got billions of views. The occult has gained popularity in the political realm as well, once again on display during this election season.
China Rapidly Expands and Modernizes Its Nuclear Arsenal at Unprecedented Pace
China is rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal at an unprecedented pace, according to a U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) report. The report warns that growing capabilities could boost Chinese leaders' confidence but also increase the risk of dangerous mistakes—raising the potential for escalation in the coming years.
Germany’s Automaker Volkswagen To Shut 3 Factories
Volkswagen, one of Germany’s largest automakers, intends to close three factories, impacting thousands of jobs, its works council said Monday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
‘Iron Beam’ Set to Fully Deploy by 2025
Israel’s Iron Beam, a high-powered laser air defense system, is set to become operational by mid-2025, Israel's Defense Ministry announced Monday, as the government announced a 2 billion-shekel ($536 million) arms agreement.
Israel Bans United Nations Relief Agency UNRWA
Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, voted Monday for legislation banning the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNWRA), which services Palestinian refugees in east Jerusalem, Gaza, and the West Bank.
Egypt Proposes Two-Day Ceasefire For Israeli Hostages
Egypt proposed on Sunday an initial two-day ceasefire in Gaza to exchange four Israeli hostages of Hamas for some Palestinian prisoners amid ongoing deadly clashes.
Inside the United States
Referendum Upheld: Ohio State Court Strikes Down ‘Heartbeat’ Abortion Law
A county court judge has permanently blocked an effort by Ohio’s attorney general to enforce a 2019 law banning abortion at six week’s gestation, the Associated Press (AP) reports. Ohio’s Republican Attorney General Dave Yost sought to enforce the 'heartbeat bill' despite last year’s voter-approved amendment to enshrine the right to abortion under Ohio’s state constitution.
Microsoft Fires Employees Over Gaza ‘Genocide’ Vigil
U.S. tech giant Microsoft has fired two influential employees after they organized a vigil at the company's headquarters in honor of "victims of the Palestinian genocide."
Trump, Harris Fighting For Attention With Hostile Rhetoric (Worthy News Focus)
U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump and his Democratic rival Kamala Harris are fighting for attention in their final campaign sprint toward the November 5 presidential poll after holding competing rallies attended by tens of thousands of people.
Christian News
Uganda: Pastor Murdered With His Family After Leading Muslims to Christ
A pastor and his wife and two young daughters were burned to death in eastern Uganda earlier this month by Islamic extremists enraged that he had led three Muslims to Christ, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Ex-Terrorist Condemns Arrests Christians In Indonesia
The leader of an underground Christian movement for former Muslims expressed concern Monday about the recent arrest of two Christians for "blasphemy" against Islam.
More Than 1,000 Students Answer Call to Follow Jesus at Florida University Gospel Event
The Unite US evangelistic outreach to American college students has reported that the University of Florida saw more than 1,000 students answer the call to follow Jesus during a campus event last week.
Worthy Insights
Trump, RFK Jr’s ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Pledge Signals Major Shift In GOP Priorities
Former President Donald Trump and former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s recent vow to tackle public health issues together could signal a major shift in Republican priorities if the Trump campaign prevails on Election Day.
Hundreds of ballots destroyed in drop box arson; officials say Vancouver, Portland incidents linked
Hundreds of ballots were destroyed in a ballot box fire in Vancouver early Monday morning, and another ballot box fire in Portland destroyed three ballots. The fires happened about a week away from the Nov. 5 general election. Law enforcement officials believe the two incidents — and a similar Vancouver incident three weeks ago — are all linked.
Witches Report Their Spells Against Trump Aren’t Working: ‘He Has a Shield’
From dabblers to hard-core practitioners, witchcraft has been on the rise in the U.S. in recent years. It has become so trendy that there's an entire TikTok hashtag dedicated to WitchTok, and it's got billions of views. The occult has gained popularity in the political realm as well, once again on display during this election season.
Around the World
China Sends Military To Taiwan After US OKs $2 Billion Arms Sales Deal
China sent warplanes and warships toward Taiwan on Sunday after warning it would retaliate for a $2 billion arms sale package by the United States to the democratically ruled island.
Ukraine Sees More Deaths Ahead Of ‘North Korean Military Arrivals’ (Worthy News Radio)
On the day that Pope Francis prayed that “the escalation stops,” news emerged that Russian attacks killed and injured civilians in widely separated parts of Ukraine, including children. More suffering was expected as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed Russia plans to send North Korean troops into battle against his nation.
Georgia Faces ‘Constitutional Coup’ After Pro-Russia Party’s Election Victory
The Georgian opposition says results showing the ruling pro-Russian party of Georgia’s most powerful man winning the parliamentary elections mounted to a “constitutional coup.”
Iran Suggests It May Retaliate After Deadly Israeli Strikes
Tehran suggested Saturday that it may retaliate against Israel for pre-dawn Israeli air strikes targeting military sites that “killed at least four military personnel” and “damaged radar systems in Iran.”
Scores Killed As Tropical Storm Hits Philippines
Tropical Storm Trami in the Philippines has left at least 82 dead and tens of thousands displaced due to heavy rains and flooding, authorities said Friday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Deadly Terror Attack, Soldiers Deaths, On Israel’s Day of Mourning
Israel’s “National Day of Mourning” over the October 7, 2023, massacre was marred by “a terrorist attack” that reportedly killed one and injured dozens, while the army said six soldiers died after combat in Lebanon and Gaza.
Israel Marks Oct. 7 Massacre On Hebrew Date After Deadly Airstrikes In Gaza
Israel woke up grieving as the Jewish nation began its national day of mourning, marking the 1st anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas massacre on Sunday, just hours after the Israeli military targeted Hamas in Gaza in deadly air strikes.
Israel Airstrikes Hit Lebanon
Smoke billowed over the Lebanese capital Beirut's southern suburbs early Sunday after Israeli airstrikes amid ongoing clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, footage seen by Worthy News showed.
Israel’s Operation ‘Days of Repentance’ an Overwhelming Success in Retaliatory Strike on Iran
Israel has concluded its most extensive military operation against Iran to date, code-named "Days of Repentance." The operation involved over 100 combat aircraft, spanned more than 1,200 miles (2,000 km) and targeted around 20 military sites, including missile, drone, and radar installations.
Israel Hitting Iran; Explosions Rock Tehran
Israel says it struck military sites in Iran early on Saturday in retaliation for Tehran's attacks earlier this month when the Islamic Republic fired some 200 missiles at the Jewish nation.
Israel Airstrike Kills Journalists In Lebanon; Also Strikes In Gaza
Several journalists have been killed and injured in an Israeli air strike overnight in southeastern Lebanon near the border with Syria, Israeli and Lebanese sources said Friday.
Inside the United States
More Than 3 Million Border Crossers from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, Venezuela
Of the 14 million illegal border crossers reported under the Biden-Harris administration, more than 3 million are from four countries whose citizens were granted expanded entry through a parole program created by U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas: Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela (CHNV).
House Report Reveals Surge in Chinese Espionage and Dissident Repression in U.S.
Chinese espionage activities are on the rise, with the Communist regime systematically targeting overseas dissidents in the U.S. and increasing cases of sensitive information theft and intelligence gathering, according to a House subcommittee report.
Christian News
Indonesia: Two Christians Arrested for Social Media Blasphemy Against Islam
Police in North Sumatra Province, Indonesia, recently arrested two Christian men in separate incidents of alleged blasphemy against Islam, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Although Christianity is constitutionally legal in Indonesia, the Muslim-majority country ranks 42 on the Open Doors World Watch List 2024 of the top 50 countries where Christians are persecuted.
New Report Highlights Intensifying Christian Persecution Worldwide
The persecution of Christians worldwide is intensifying, a new report by Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) shows. Based in Germany, ACN issues a bi-yearly report titled “The Persecuted and Forgotten?” on the conditions facing Christians in 18 countries where believers in Jesus are understood to be particularly vulnerable.
Worthy Insights
The Election Is Looming — and These Washingtonians Are Running Scared
As election week approaches, Washington, D.C., residents are grappling with fears of potential unrest, reminiscent of the January 6 Capitol riot with many in Washington planning conveniently timed getaways, seeking to avoid possible chaos, with some recalling unsettling experiences from previous political turmoil.
Archaeological Discoveries Continue in Israel Despite Regional Conflicts
Despite ongoing regional tensions in 2024, Israeli archaeologists have continued their vital work, unearthing remarkable artifacts that span millennia of human history. While the pace of excavations has slowed—with approximately 120 sites explored compared to the typical 250-300—the findings have been no less extraordinary.
China Sends Military To Taiwan After US OKs $2 Billion Arms Sales Deal
China sent warplanes and warships toward Taiwan on Sunday after warning it would retaliate for a $2 billion arms sale package by the United States to the democratically ruled island.
Ukraine Sees More Deaths Ahead Of ‘North Korean Military Arrivals’ (Worthy News Radio)
On the day that Pope Francis prayed that “the escalation stops,” news emerged that Russian attacks killed and injured civilians in widely separated parts of Ukraine, including children. More suffering was expected as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed Russia plans to send North Korean troops into battle against his nation.
Georgia Faces ‘Constitutional Coup’ After Pro-Russia Party’s Election Victory
The Georgian opposition says results showing the ruling pro-Russian party of Georgia’s most powerful man winning the parliamentary elections mounted to a “constitutional coup.”
Iran Suggests It May Retaliate After Deadly Israeli Strikes
Tehran suggested Saturday that it may retaliate against Israel for pre-dawn Israeli air strikes targeting military sites that “killed at least four military personnel” and “damaged radar systems in Iran.”
Scores Killed As Tropical Storm Hits Philippines
Tropical Storm Trami in the Philippines has left at least 82 dead and tens of thousands displaced due to heavy rains and flooding, authorities said Friday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Deadly Terror Attack, Soldiers Deaths, On Israel’s Day of Mourning
Israel’s “National Day of Mourning” over the October 7, 2023, massacre was marred by “a terrorist attack” that reportedly killed one and injured dozens, while the army said six soldiers died after combat in Lebanon and Gaza.
Israel Marks Oct. 7 Massacre On Hebrew Date After Deadly Airstrikes In Gaza
Israel woke up grieving as the Jewish nation began its national day of mourning, marking the 1st anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas massacre on Sunday, just hours after the Israeli military targeted Hamas in Gaza in deadly air strikes.
Israel Airstrikes Hit Lebanon
Smoke billowed over the Lebanese capital Beirut's southern suburbs early Sunday after Israeli airstrikes amid ongoing clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, footage seen by Worthy News showed.
Israel’s Operation ‘Days of Repentance’ an Overwhelming Success in Retaliatory Strike on Iran
Israel has concluded its most extensive military operation against Iran to date, code-named "Days of Repentance." The operation involved over 100 combat aircraft, spanned more than 1,200 miles (2,000 km) and targeted around 20 military sites, including missile, drone, and radar installations.
Israel Hitting Iran; Explosions Rock Tehran
Israel says it struck military sites in Iran early on Saturday in retaliation for Tehran's attacks earlier this month when the Islamic Republic fired some 200 missiles at the Jewish nation.
Israel Airstrike Kills Journalists In Lebanon; Also Strikes In Gaza
Several journalists have been killed and injured in an Israeli air strike overnight in southeastern Lebanon near the border with Syria, Israeli and Lebanese sources said Friday.
Inside the United States
More Than 3 Million Border Crossers from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, Venezuela
Of the 14 million illegal border crossers reported under the Biden-Harris administration, more than 3 million are from four countries whose citizens were granted expanded entry through a parole program created by U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas: Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela (CHNV).
House Report Reveals Surge in Chinese Espionage and Dissident Repression in U.S.
Chinese espionage activities are on the rise, with the Communist regime systematically targeting overseas dissidents in the U.S. and increasing cases of sensitive information theft and intelligence gathering, according to a House subcommittee report.
Christian News
Indonesia: Two Christians Arrested for Social Media Blasphemy Against Islam
Police in North Sumatra Province, Indonesia, recently arrested two Christian men in separate incidents of alleged blasphemy against Islam, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Although Christianity is constitutionally legal in Indonesia, the Muslim-majority country ranks 42 on the Open Doors World Watch List 2024 of the top 50 countries where Christians are persecuted.
New Report Highlights Intensifying Christian Persecution Worldwide
The persecution of Christians worldwide is intensifying, a new report by Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) shows. Based in Germany, ACN issues a bi-yearly report titled “The Persecuted and Forgotten?” on the conditions facing Christians in 18 countries where believers in Jesus are understood to be particularly vulnerable.
Worthy Insights
The Election Is Looming — and These Washingtonians Are Running Scared
As election week approaches, Washington, D.C., residents are grappling with fears of potential unrest, reminiscent of the January 6 Capitol riot with many in Washington planning conveniently timed getaways, seeking to avoid possible chaos, with some recalling unsettling experiences from previous political turmoil.
Archaeological Discoveries Continue in Israel Despite Regional Conflicts
Despite ongoing regional tensions in 2024, Israeli archaeologists have continued their vital work, unearthing remarkable artifacts that span millennia of human history. While the pace of excavations has slowed—with approximately 120 sites explored compared to the typical 250-300—the findings have been no less extraordinary.