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Around the World
No US, Russia Support for UN Call for Libya Truce
The United States and Russia both said Thursday they could not support a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for a cease-fire in Libya at this time, diplomats said, as mortar bombs crashed down on a suburb of the Libyan capital, Tripoli.
Iranian-Backed Militias Pick Up Where ISIS Left Off, Terrorizing Iraq's Christians
Since the defeat of ISIS, some Christian families are beginning to move back to their communities in Iraq, however, they are now facing new threats from Iranian-back militia groups, according to a report by CBN News.
North Korea's Kim to Meet with Russian President Putin
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin are to meet later this month in Moscow.
New North American trade deal modestly boosts U.S. economy, trade panel finds
The new North American free trade pact would modestly boost the U.S. economy, especially auto parts production, but may curb vehicle assembly and limit consumer choice in cars, a hotly anticipated analysis from the U.S. International Trade Commission showed on Thursday.
Iranian terror network exposed in Central Africa
Channel i24NEWS reported on Thursday that Chad and the Central African Republic have uncovered an Iranian terror network operating in their territories as well as in other countries.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Activists, journalists detained over Passover sacrifice attempt at Temple Mount
Two journalists were among four people arrested on Thursday for covering an attempt to smuggle two baby goats into Jerusalem’s Temple Mount for a ritual sacrifice.
IDF general: Hezbollah still planning Galilee invasion, despite anti-tunnel op
The new commander of the IDF’s Ground Forces said Thursday the Lebanese terrorist group Hezbollah was still planning to carry out a surprise invasion of northern Israel, despite the recent Israeli operation to uncover and destroy an extensive network of cross-border attack tunnels dug by the Iran-backed militia.
Inside the United States
Mueller says Russia's GRU stole Clinton, DNC emails and gave them to WikiLeaks
Special counsel Robert Mueller's report, released Thursday to the public in redacted form, cites substantial evidence showing Russian actors hacked Democratic email accounts and disseminated the thousands of stolen emails via WikiLeaks in 2016.
North Carolina governor vetoes 'born alive' abortion bill
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has vetoed legislation that would have clarified that babies born alive after botched abortions are to receive medical care that is similar to what other premature babies would receive.
US appeals court rejects Trump administration lawsuit, upholds most of California's sanctuary laws
A federal appeals court on Thursday upheld most of California's sanctuary laws, ruling a contested measure does not interfere with the enforcement of federal immigration policies in the state.
Mueller Report Lays Bare Deep US Partisan Divide
Democratic and Republican lawmakers had sharply differing reactions to Thursday's release of special counsel Robert Mueller's redacted Russia report and what steps, if any, Congress should take next.
U.S. Intelligence Institutionally Politicized Toward Democrats
The CIA and other U.S. intelligence agencies have become bastions of political liberals and the pro-Democratic Party views of intelligence personnel have increased under President Donald Trump, according to a journal article by a former CIA analyst.
Christian News
Muslim Fulani Herdsmen Massacre Christians after Baby Dedication in Nigeria
Muslim Fulani herdsmen killed 17 Christians who had gathered after a baby dedication at a church in central Nigeria, including the mother of the child, sources said.
Last Supper site reveals its secrets in stunning 3D laser scans
The room venerated as the site of Jesus’ Last Supper has been revealed in stunning detail thanks to remarkable 3D laser scanning technology.
Evangelical group says Laos deports 3 American missionaries
A U.S.-based Christian evangelical organization says three of its American volunteers who were detained in Laos more than a week ago for proselytizing have been freed and deported.
Trump to help Iraqi Christians wreak justice on Islamic State militants
The Islamic State’s 'caliphate' in the heart of the Middle East may be no more, but some Iraqi Christians, with an assist from the Trump administration, want to ensure the group that terrorized their community and other minorities faces justice for its crimes.
Less than half of British Christians believe Jesus died on the cross for their sins
Only 46 percent of British Christians believe Jesus died on the cross to save them from their sins, a new poll has found.
Bolivia Finally Gives Evangelicals the Same Rights as Catholics
Evangelicals in Bolivia received a major religious freedom boost this week from the same administration that banned evangelism last year.
No US, Russia Support for UN Call for Libya Truce
The United States and Russia both said Thursday they could not support a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for a cease-fire in Libya at this time, diplomats said, as mortar bombs crashed down on a suburb of the Libyan capital, Tripoli.
Iranian-Backed Militias Pick Up Where ISIS Left Off, Terrorizing Iraq's Christians
Since the defeat of ISIS, some Christian families are beginning to move back to their communities in Iraq, however, they are now facing new threats from Iranian-back militia groups, according to a report by CBN News.
North Korea's Kim to Meet with Russian President Putin
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin are to meet later this month in Moscow.
New North American trade deal modestly boosts U.S. economy, trade panel finds
The new North American free trade pact would modestly boost the U.S. economy, especially auto parts production, but may curb vehicle assembly and limit consumer choice in cars, a hotly anticipated analysis from the U.S. International Trade Commission showed on Thursday.
Iranian terror network exposed in Central Africa
Channel i24NEWS reported on Thursday that Chad and the Central African Republic have uncovered an Iranian terror network operating in their territories as well as in other countries.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Activists, journalists detained over Passover sacrifice attempt at Temple Mount
Two journalists were among four people arrested on Thursday for covering an attempt to smuggle two baby goats into Jerusalem’s Temple Mount for a ritual sacrifice.
IDF general: Hezbollah still planning Galilee invasion, despite anti-tunnel op
The new commander of the IDF’s Ground Forces said Thursday the Lebanese terrorist group Hezbollah was still planning to carry out a surprise invasion of northern Israel, despite the recent Israeli operation to uncover and destroy an extensive network of cross-border attack tunnels dug by the Iran-backed militia.
Inside the United States
Mueller says Russia's GRU stole Clinton, DNC emails and gave them to WikiLeaks
Special counsel Robert Mueller's report, released Thursday to the public in redacted form, cites substantial evidence showing Russian actors hacked Democratic email accounts and disseminated the thousands of stolen emails via WikiLeaks in 2016.
North Carolina governor vetoes 'born alive' abortion bill
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has vetoed legislation that would have clarified that babies born alive after botched abortions are to receive medical care that is similar to what other premature babies would receive.
US appeals court rejects Trump administration lawsuit, upholds most of California's sanctuary laws
A federal appeals court on Thursday upheld most of California's sanctuary laws, ruling a contested measure does not interfere with the enforcement of federal immigration policies in the state.
Mueller Report Lays Bare Deep US Partisan Divide
Democratic and Republican lawmakers had sharply differing reactions to Thursday's release of special counsel Robert Mueller's redacted Russia report and what steps, if any, Congress should take next.
U.S. Intelligence Institutionally Politicized Toward Democrats
The CIA and other U.S. intelligence agencies have become bastions of political liberals and the pro-Democratic Party views of intelligence personnel have increased under President Donald Trump, according to a journal article by a former CIA analyst.
Christian News
Muslim Fulani Herdsmen Massacre Christians after Baby Dedication in Nigeria
Muslim Fulani herdsmen killed 17 Christians who had gathered after a baby dedication at a church in central Nigeria, including the mother of the child, sources said.
Last Supper site reveals its secrets in stunning 3D laser scans
The room venerated as the site of Jesus’ Last Supper has been revealed in stunning detail thanks to remarkable 3D laser scanning technology.
Evangelical group says Laos deports 3 American missionaries
A U.S.-based Christian evangelical organization says three of its American volunteers who were detained in Laos more than a week ago for proselytizing have been freed and deported.
Trump to help Iraqi Christians wreak justice on Islamic State militants
The Islamic State’s 'caliphate' in the heart of the Middle East may be no more, but some Iraqi Christians, with an assist from the Trump administration, want to ensure the group that terrorized their community and other minorities faces justice for its crimes.
Less than half of British Christians believe Jesus died on the cross for their sins
Only 46 percent of British Christians believe Jesus died on the cross to save them from their sins, a new poll has found.
Bolivia Finally Gives Evangelicals the Same Rights as Catholics
Evangelicals in Bolivia received a major religious freedom boost this week from the same administration that banned evangelism last year.
Around the World
French Officials Avoid Drawing Hasty Conclusions as Notre Dame Fire Erupts on the Heels of St. Sulpice Arson
French investigators are still “favoring the theory of an accident” as the cause of the Notre Dame Cathedral fire that began Monday evening and ended Tuesday morning, despite an unnamed police source telling French reporters that the case was “extraordinary,” according to the news outlet Le Monde.
North Korea says it test-fired new tactical guided weapon
North Korea said Thursday that it had test-fired a new type of 'tactical guided weapon,' in what may be an attempt to register displeasure with a deadlock in nuclear talks with the United States without causing those coveted negotiations to collapse.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Iran president urges Mideast states to ‘drive back Zionism’
Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani called on Middle East states on Thursday to 'drive back Zionism,' in an Army Day tirade against the Islamic republic’s arch-foe Israel.
Jared Kushner: ‘Deal of the century’ will not be released before June
Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump’s senior adviser, told foreign diplomats on Wednesday that the 'deal of the century' will not be released before the end of Ramadan, in June, a source familiar with the remarks told The Jerusalem Post.
Report: Israel used special missile in Syria attack
For the first time, Israel fired advanced Rampage stand-off air-to-surface missiles against Syria in order to overcome the advanced Russian-made S-300 interceptor, foreign media reported on Wednesday.
IDF shoots down targets in test of Patriot, Iron Dome air defense systems
The Israeli Air Force conducted successful live-fire tests of its Patriot and Iron Dome missile defense systems on Tuesday, the military said.
Inside the United States
Release of long-awaited Mueller report on Russia a watershed moment for Trump
Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s long-awaited report on Russia’s role in the 2016 U.S. election will be released on Thursday, providing the first public look at the findings of an inquiry that has cast a shadow over Donald Trump’s presidency.
Pro-abortion rights group asks Supreme Court to strike Louisiana abortion restriction
The Center for Reproductive Rights on Wednesday asked the Supreme Court to throw out a Louisiana abortion restriction they say is identical to a law the justices struck down almost three years ago.
50% drop in abortion traffic follows 'Unplanned'
Don’t expect this statistic to appear in Planned Parenthood’s next report to Congress when it seeks more taxpayer money.
Christian News
NYPD: Man with gas cans arrested at St. Patrick's church
Just days after flames ravaged the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, a New Jersey man was arrested Wednesday night after entering St. Patrick's Cathedral carrying two cans of gasoline, lighter fluid and butane lighters, according to the New York Police Department.
From Practicing Witchcraft to Worshipping Jesus Christ in Cuba
Santeria — a form of modern witchcraft that fuses Catholic practices and African folk beliefs — is prevalent in Cuba. In fact, according to the U.S. State Department, some sources estimate that as many as 80 percent of Cubans practice Santeria.
Burned black churches in Louisiana raise $1.8M after Notre Dame fire
The devastating fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris led to an immediate outpouring of donations and an ambitious pledge by the French president to rebuild within five years. But a continent away, the blaze also spurred more than $1.8 million in donations to rebuild three historically black churches burned in suspected hate crimes in Louisiana.
French Officials Avoid Drawing Hasty Conclusions as Notre Dame Fire Erupts on the Heels of St. Sulpice Arson
French investigators are still “favoring the theory of an accident” as the cause of the Notre Dame Cathedral fire that began Monday evening and ended Tuesday morning, despite an unnamed police source telling French reporters that the case was “extraordinary,” according to the news outlet Le Monde.
North Korea says it test-fired new tactical guided weapon
North Korea said Thursday that it had test-fired a new type of 'tactical guided weapon,' in what may be an attempt to register displeasure with a deadlock in nuclear talks with the United States without causing those coveted negotiations to collapse.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Iran president urges Mideast states to ‘drive back Zionism’
Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani called on Middle East states on Thursday to 'drive back Zionism,' in an Army Day tirade against the Islamic republic’s arch-foe Israel.
Jared Kushner: ‘Deal of the century’ will not be released before June
Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump’s senior adviser, told foreign diplomats on Wednesday that the 'deal of the century' will not be released before the end of Ramadan, in June, a source familiar with the remarks told The Jerusalem Post.
Report: Israel used special missile in Syria attack
For the first time, Israel fired advanced Rampage stand-off air-to-surface missiles against Syria in order to overcome the advanced Russian-made S-300 interceptor, foreign media reported on Wednesday.
IDF shoots down targets in test of Patriot, Iron Dome air defense systems
The Israeli Air Force conducted successful live-fire tests of its Patriot and Iron Dome missile defense systems on Tuesday, the military said.
Inside the United States
Release of long-awaited Mueller report on Russia a watershed moment for Trump
Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s long-awaited report on Russia’s role in the 2016 U.S. election will be released on Thursday, providing the first public look at the findings of an inquiry that has cast a shadow over Donald Trump’s presidency.
Pro-abortion rights group asks Supreme Court to strike Louisiana abortion restriction
The Center for Reproductive Rights on Wednesday asked the Supreme Court to throw out a Louisiana abortion restriction they say is identical to a law the justices struck down almost three years ago.
50% drop in abortion traffic follows 'Unplanned'
Don’t expect this statistic to appear in Planned Parenthood’s next report to Congress when it seeks more taxpayer money.
Christian News
NYPD: Man with gas cans arrested at St. Patrick's church
Just days after flames ravaged the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, a New Jersey man was arrested Wednesday night after entering St. Patrick's Cathedral carrying two cans of gasoline, lighter fluid and butane lighters, according to the New York Police Department.
From Practicing Witchcraft to Worshipping Jesus Christ in Cuba
Santeria — a form of modern witchcraft that fuses Catholic practices and African folk beliefs — is prevalent in Cuba. In fact, according to the U.S. State Department, some sources estimate that as many as 80 percent of Cubans practice Santeria.
Burned black churches in Louisiana raise $1.8M after Notre Dame fire
The devastating fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris led to an immediate outpouring of donations and an ambitious pledge by the French president to rebuild within five years. But a continent away, the blaze also spurred more than $1.8 million in donations to rebuild three historically black churches burned in suspected hate crimes in Louisiana.
Around the World
First U.S. Patients Treated With CRISPR As Human Gene-Editing Trials Get Underway
The powerful gene-editing technique called CRISPR has been in the news a lot. And not all the news has been good: A Chinese scientist stunned the world last year when he announced he had used CRISPR to create genetically modified babies.
Trump vetoes measure to end US involvement in Yemen war
President Donald Trump on Tuesday vetoed a bill passed by Congress to end US military assistance in Saudi Arabia’s war in Yemen.
Russian Lawmakers Approve New Internet Isolation Law
Russia's lower house of parliament approved on Tuesday the third reading of a draft law that aims to increase Moscow's sovereignty over its internet segment and defend against foreign meddling, Interfax reported.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Greece’s Energean discovers natural gas reserve offshore Israel
Greek energy firm Energean has made a vast discovery of 28-42 billion cubic meters of natural gas at the North Karish field off Israel’s northwest coast, the company said on Monday.
Former European leaders urge EU to reject Trump plan if no Palestinian state
Some three dozen senior former European politicians published a call on Sunday for the European Union to reaffirm its commitment to a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians and reject any Trump peace plan that does not address Palestinian demands.
PA foreign minister: Abbas ready to meet Netanyahu if Russia plays host
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas is prepared to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if Russia hosts the gathering, PA Foreign Minister Riyad al-Malki told Sputnik, a Russian state-run news site.
New Palestinian Authority PM declares Trump peace plan ‘born dead’
The new Palestinian Authority prime minister on Tuesday accused the United States of declaring 'financial war' on his people and said an American peace plan purported to be in the works will be 'born dead.'
'Simply Mind-Blowing': Researchers Believe They've Discovered the Route Moses Took Out of Egypt
Bible scholars from the Doubting Thomas Research Foundation (DTRF) believe they may have discovered the route Moses took when he led the Children of Israel out of slavery from Egypt and to the Promised Land.
Inside the United States
Study: US Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage Linked to Growing Acceptance
Anti-LGBT+ biases dropped significantly as same-sex marriage was being legalized across the United States, according to new research looking at the link between attitudes and policy change.
Court tosses rulings from military judge in setback for USS Cole bombing case at Guantanamo Bay
A federal appeals court tossed years of court rulings on Wednesday in a terrorism case being held at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba focused on the deadly terrorist bombing of the U.S.S. Cole in 2000.
Christian News
Christianity grows in Syrian town once besieged by Islamic State
A community of Syrians who converted to Christianity from Islam is growing in Kobani, a town besieged by Islamic State for months, and where the tide turned against the militants four years ago.
First U.S. Patients Treated With CRISPR As Human Gene-Editing Trials Get Underway
The powerful gene-editing technique called CRISPR has been in the news a lot. And not all the news has been good: A Chinese scientist stunned the world last year when he announced he had used CRISPR to create genetically modified babies.
Trump vetoes measure to end US involvement in Yemen war
President Donald Trump on Tuesday vetoed a bill passed by Congress to end US military assistance in Saudi Arabia’s war in Yemen.
Russian Lawmakers Approve New Internet Isolation Law
Russia's lower house of parliament approved on Tuesday the third reading of a draft law that aims to increase Moscow's sovereignty over its internet segment and defend against foreign meddling, Interfax reported.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Greece’s Energean discovers natural gas reserve offshore Israel
Greek energy firm Energean has made a vast discovery of 28-42 billion cubic meters of natural gas at the North Karish field off Israel’s northwest coast, the company said on Monday.
Former European leaders urge EU to reject Trump plan if no Palestinian state
Some three dozen senior former European politicians published a call on Sunday for the European Union to reaffirm its commitment to a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians and reject any Trump peace plan that does not address Palestinian demands.
PA foreign minister: Abbas ready to meet Netanyahu if Russia plays host
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas is prepared to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if Russia hosts the gathering, PA Foreign Minister Riyad al-Malki told Sputnik, a Russian state-run news site.
New Palestinian Authority PM declares Trump peace plan ‘born dead’
The new Palestinian Authority prime minister on Tuesday accused the United States of declaring 'financial war' on his people and said an American peace plan purported to be in the works will be 'born dead.'
'Simply Mind-Blowing': Researchers Believe They've Discovered the Route Moses Took Out of Egypt
Bible scholars from the Doubting Thomas Research Foundation (DTRF) believe they may have discovered the route Moses took when he led the Children of Israel out of slavery from Egypt and to the Promised Land.
Inside the United States
Study: US Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage Linked to Growing Acceptance
Anti-LGBT+ biases dropped significantly as same-sex marriage was being legalized across the United States, according to new research looking at the link between attitudes and policy change.
Court tosses rulings from military judge in setback for USS Cole bombing case at Guantanamo Bay
A federal appeals court tossed years of court rulings on Wednesday in a terrorism case being held at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba focused on the deadly terrorist bombing of the U.S.S. Cole in 2000.
Christian News
Christianity grows in Syrian town once besieged by Islamic State
A community of Syrians who converted to Christianity from Islam is growing in Kobani, a town besieged by Islamic State for months, and where the tide turned against the militants four years ago.