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Around the World
5.5 Magnitude Earthquake in Syria Recalls Last Year’s Devastating Tremor
Central Syria experienced a 5.5 magnitude earthquake late on Monday night, triggering locals’ memories of the devastating quake which hit northern Syria and Turkey last year, the Associated Press reports.
Germany: Lawmakers Divided Over Specifying Constitutional Protection for LGBTQ Community
Lawmakers in Germany are divided over whether to amend the country’s post-Nazi era 1949 Constitution to specify that members of the LGBTQ community cannot be discriminated against on the grounds of their sexual orientation or identity, DW reports.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S. Approves Multi-Billion Dollar Arms Sale to Israel Amid Rising Tensions and Threat of Intensified Middle East Conflict
The U.S. State Department announced on Tuesday announced the approval of $20 billion in arms sales to Israel, which include numerous fighter jets and advanced air-to-air missiles. This decision comes amid heightened regional tensions following the assassinations of two prominent terrorists in Beirut and Tehran, with the "Axis of Evil" vowing retaliation for their deaths.
Israel Claims Iran is Allegedly Smuggling Weapons into Jordan to Establish a New Terror Front
Israel's Foreign Minister has accused Iran of smuggling weapons and cash through Jordan to terrorist proxies in Judea and Samaria, and of attempting to destabilize Jordan, thus establishing a new terror front along Israel's eastern border.
Palestinians Seek New UN Resolution Condemning Israel
The Palestinian Authority led by President Mahmoud Abbas is preparing a resolution against Israel’s settlements in the West Bank that it hopes will be passed at the 79th annual Session of the UN General Assembly which opens on September 10, the Jerusalem News Syndicate (JNS) reports.
Inside the United States
Pro-Palestine Protest Shuts Down LA Freeway During Peak Rush Hour
Pro-Palestine protesters shut down a major Los Angeles freeway during the height of rush hour, leading California Highway Patrol to detain several protesters.
Critics: Where’s Debt Plan as Deficit Hits $1.5 Trillion, Debt Tops $35 Trillion?
The federal deficit so far this fiscal year has already hit $1.5 trillion, the U.S. Treasury Department reported in its monthly fiscal update.
Musk Says at America’s Fork in the Road, Take Trump’s ‘Path to Prosperity’
Saying he remains more moderate and left than not, billionaire Elon Musk hosted and affirmed his endorsement of former President Donald Trump in a conversation on his social media platform.
Christian News
US Churches Face Soaring Insurance Costs
Churches across the western United States are facing soaring insurance premiums, and even potential closure, as high building costs and extreme weather, including hurricanes, wildfires, severe thunderstorms, and flooding buffet their regions, Religion News Service (RSN) reports.
Nigeria Church Destroyed By Arsonists
The governor of Nigeria’s north-central Niger state has asked residents to remain calm and cautioned against reprisal attacks after arsonists destroyed a major evangelical church building over the weekend.
Laos Pastor Killed Amid Mounting Anti-Christian Sentiments
Christian investigators say they are concerned about a series of attacks against Christians in Laos, including the recent killing of a pastor and the earlier murder of another church leader.
Worthy Insights
Israeli leader sends “end days” message to Iran: “We will build the Temple”
Moshe Feiglin, the leader of the libertarian Zionist party Zehut and an Orthodox Jew, released a video addressing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of the Islamist regime in Iran. In the video, Feiglin warns the Ayatollah, giving a harsh Biblical message that was translated to Farsi in the subtitles.
The Fear Weapon of Imminent Threat
As Israel stands poised for an attack, the wait becomes stress-filled boredom as the leaders are bunker-protected and the populous readies their homes and families for a very REAL Iranian promised onslaught. This – being promised by 2-3 days of airborne missiles, drones, and rockets, seems to, now have inoculated the people of Israel into initiating self-affliction upon themselves. What am I talking about?
5.5 Magnitude Earthquake in Syria Recalls Last Year’s Devastating Tremor
Central Syria experienced a 5.5 magnitude earthquake late on Monday night, triggering locals’ memories of the devastating quake which hit northern Syria and Turkey last year, the Associated Press reports.
Germany: Lawmakers Divided Over Specifying Constitutional Protection for LGBTQ Community
Lawmakers in Germany are divided over whether to amend the country’s post-Nazi era 1949 Constitution to specify that members of the LGBTQ community cannot be discriminated against on the grounds of their sexual orientation or identity, DW reports.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S. Approves Multi-Billion Dollar Arms Sale to Israel Amid Rising Tensions and Threat of Intensified Middle East Conflict
The U.S. State Department announced on Tuesday announced the approval of $20 billion in arms sales to Israel, which include numerous fighter jets and advanced air-to-air missiles. This decision comes amid heightened regional tensions following the assassinations of two prominent terrorists in Beirut and Tehran, with the "Axis of Evil" vowing retaliation for their deaths.
Israel Claims Iran is Allegedly Smuggling Weapons into Jordan to Establish a New Terror Front
Israel's Foreign Minister has accused Iran of smuggling weapons and cash through Jordan to terrorist proxies in Judea and Samaria, and of attempting to destabilize Jordan, thus establishing a new terror front along Israel's eastern border.
Palestinians Seek New UN Resolution Condemning Israel
The Palestinian Authority led by President Mahmoud Abbas is preparing a resolution against Israel’s settlements in the West Bank that it hopes will be passed at the 79th annual Session of the UN General Assembly which opens on September 10, the Jerusalem News Syndicate (JNS) reports.
Inside the United States
Pro-Palestine Protest Shuts Down LA Freeway During Peak Rush Hour
Pro-Palestine protesters shut down a major Los Angeles freeway during the height of rush hour, leading California Highway Patrol to detain several protesters.
Critics: Where’s Debt Plan as Deficit Hits $1.5 Trillion, Debt Tops $35 Trillion?
The federal deficit so far this fiscal year has already hit $1.5 trillion, the U.S. Treasury Department reported in its monthly fiscal update.
Musk Says at America’s Fork in the Road, Take Trump’s ‘Path to Prosperity’
Saying he remains more moderate and left than not, billionaire Elon Musk hosted and affirmed his endorsement of former President Donald Trump in a conversation on his social media platform.
Christian News
US Churches Face Soaring Insurance Costs
Churches across the western United States are facing soaring insurance premiums, and even potential closure, as high building costs and extreme weather, including hurricanes, wildfires, severe thunderstorms, and flooding buffet their regions, Religion News Service (RSN) reports.
Nigeria Church Destroyed By Arsonists
The governor of Nigeria’s north-central Niger state has asked residents to remain calm and cautioned against reprisal attacks after arsonists destroyed a major evangelical church building over the weekend.
Laos Pastor Killed Amid Mounting Anti-Christian Sentiments
Christian investigators say they are concerned about a series of attacks against Christians in Laos, including the recent killing of a pastor and the earlier murder of another church leader.
Worthy Insights
Israeli leader sends “end days” message to Iran: “We will build the Temple”
Moshe Feiglin, the leader of the libertarian Zionist party Zehut and an Orthodox Jew, released a video addressing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of the Islamist regime in Iran. In the video, Feiglin warns the Ayatollah, giving a harsh Biblical message that was translated to Farsi in the subtitles.
The Fear Weapon of Imminent Threat
As Israel stands poised for an attack, the wait becomes stress-filled boredom as the leaders are bunker-protected and the populous readies their homes and families for a very REAL Iranian promised onslaught. This – being promised by 2-3 days of airborne missiles, drones, and rockets, seems to, now have inoculated the people of Israel into initiating self-affliction upon themselves. What am I talking about?
Around the World
Ukraine Moves Deeper Into Russia, Frustrating Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy acknowledged Monday the massive scale of his country’s incursion into Russian territory, the first such invasion by a foreign nation since World War Two.
AUKUS Successfully Integrate AI in Military Defense Test
In a further step toward integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in their defense systems, Australia, the UK, and the US (AUKUS) announced on Friday that they have successfully conducted a joint trial in “the first use of autonomy and AI sensing systems in a real-time military environment,” Breaking Defense (BD reports.
US Resumes Offensive Weapons Sales To Saudi Arabia Despite Rights Concerns
In a controversial move, the administration of outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden has decided to lift a ban on American sales of offensive weapons to Saudi Arabia, despite concerns over human rights violations by the Islamic kingdom, Worthy News learned Sunday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S. Deploys Another Carrier and Nuclear Submarine to Middle East
The U.S. Department of Defense announced on Sunday that it has dispatched a nuclear-powered submarine, armed with over 150 missiles, to the Middle East, alongside a second aircraft carrier. This deployment is in response to escalating tensions in the region, following Iran's vow to retaliate against Israel.
Israel Approves Multi-Front Battle Plans as the Nation Prepares for ‘Axis of Evil’ Attack
As Israel entered into Tisha B'Av, commemorating the destruction of the first and second Temples, the nation's military leaders approved multi-front battle plans in response to the potential threat of an attack from Iran and its Middle Eastern proxies.
Hezbollah’s Beirut Headquarters Evacuated
Hezbollah has completely vacated its headquarters in Beirut, implementing precautionary measures in anticipation of a potential Israeli retaliatory strike. The evacuation of personnel and resources indicates that Hezbollah is gearing up for a significant Israeli response as the threat of war intensifies.
Inside the United States
Iran Suspected Of Hacking Attempt Into Trump, Biden-Harris Campaigns
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating suspected hacking attempts by Iran targeting the presidential campaigns of Donald J. Trump and the Biden- Harris campaign, Worthy News learned.
4.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Los Angeles Follows Series of Tremors Across California
A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck beneath Los Angeles on Monday, occurring just days after a larger tremor shook much of Southern California.
Trump Files $100 Million Lawsuit Against DOJ for Raiding Mar-a-Lago
Former President Donald Trump has reportedly notified the Department of Justice that he intends to file a more than $100 million lawsuit against the DOJ for its raid of his Mar-a-Lago estate in August of 2022.
Christian News
Nigeria: Fulani Slaughter 50 Christians in Benue State
At least 50 Christians were murdered in Nigeria’s Benue state last week during an attack on their villages by Fulani jihadist herdsmen and a criminal gang, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Pakistan: Christian Mother Brutally Attacked for Alleged Desecration of Quran
Residents of Punjab Province, Pakistan have reported that a mob of Muslims attacked and tried to kill a young Christian mother-of-two whom they accused of harming Islamic sentiments earlier this month, Morning Star News reports.
300 American Christian Leaders Call on US Government to Help Persecuted Believers in India
More than 300 American Christian clergy and lay leaders have publicly called on the United States government to take action in holding the government of India accountable for ongoing, chronic human rights abuses against Indian Christians at the hands of Hindu nationalists.
Ukraine Moves Deeper Into Russia, Frustrating Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy acknowledged Monday the massive scale of his country’s incursion into Russian territory, the first such invasion by a foreign nation since World War Two.
AUKUS Successfully Integrate AI in Military Defense Test
In a further step toward integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in their defense systems, Australia, the UK, and the US (AUKUS) announced on Friday that they have successfully conducted a joint trial in “the first use of autonomy and AI sensing systems in a real-time military environment,” Breaking Defense (BD reports.
US Resumes Offensive Weapons Sales To Saudi Arabia Despite Rights Concerns
In a controversial move, the administration of outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden has decided to lift a ban on American sales of offensive weapons to Saudi Arabia, despite concerns over human rights violations by the Islamic kingdom, Worthy News learned Sunday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S. Deploys Another Carrier and Nuclear Submarine to Middle East
The U.S. Department of Defense announced on Sunday that it has dispatched a nuclear-powered submarine, armed with over 150 missiles, to the Middle East, alongside a second aircraft carrier. This deployment is in response to escalating tensions in the region, following Iran's vow to retaliate against Israel.
Israel Approves Multi-Front Battle Plans as the Nation Prepares for ‘Axis of Evil’ Attack
As Israel entered into Tisha B'Av, commemorating the destruction of the first and second Temples, the nation's military leaders approved multi-front battle plans in response to the potential threat of an attack from Iran and its Middle Eastern proxies.
Hezbollah’s Beirut Headquarters Evacuated
Hezbollah has completely vacated its headquarters in Beirut, implementing precautionary measures in anticipation of a potential Israeli retaliatory strike. The evacuation of personnel and resources indicates that Hezbollah is gearing up for a significant Israeli response as the threat of war intensifies.
Inside the United States
Iran Suspected Of Hacking Attempt Into Trump, Biden-Harris Campaigns
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating suspected hacking attempts by Iran targeting the presidential campaigns of Donald J. Trump and the Biden- Harris campaign, Worthy News learned.
4.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Los Angeles Follows Series of Tremors Across California
A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck beneath Los Angeles on Monday, occurring just days after a larger tremor shook much of Southern California.
Trump Files $100 Million Lawsuit Against DOJ for Raiding Mar-a-Lago
Former President Donald Trump has reportedly notified the Department of Justice that he intends to file a more than $100 million lawsuit against the DOJ for its raid of his Mar-a-Lago estate in August of 2022.
Christian News
Nigeria: Fulani Slaughter 50 Christians in Benue State
At least 50 Christians were murdered in Nigeria’s Benue state last week during an attack on their villages by Fulani jihadist herdsmen and a criminal gang, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Pakistan: Christian Mother Brutally Attacked for Alleged Desecration of Quran
Residents of Punjab Province, Pakistan have reported that a mob of Muslims attacked and tried to kill a young Christian mother-of-two whom they accused of harming Islamic sentiments earlier this month, Morning Star News reports.
300 American Christian Leaders Call on US Government to Help Persecuted Believers in India
More than 300 American Christian clergy and lay leaders have publicly called on the United States government to take action in holding the government of India accountable for ongoing, chronic human rights abuses against Indian Christians at the hands of Hindu nationalists.
Around the World
Iran Poised to Launch Nuclear-Weapons Program
A new assessment by U.S. intelligence agencies reveals that Iran's advancements in scientific and engineering research over the past year have put it in a stronger position to initiate a nuclear weapons program, the Wall Street Journal reported over the weekend.
Thousands Of Ukraine Troops In Russia, Despite Russian Bomb Threat (Worthy News Radio)
Kyiv says thousands of Ukrainian troops are taking part in destabilizing Russia by showing the country's weaknesses. The assault entered its sixth day despite concerns about a controversial bomb that Moscow claims it is using to halt the offensive as well as a deadly attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv.
Plane Carrying 62 People Crashes In Brazil
Brazil’s president expressed his sorrow on Friday after a plane carrying 62 people crashed in a residential area of a city in Brazil’s Sao Paulo.
Austria Reeling From Threat of Terror Attack That Cancelled Swift Concerts
Austria was reeling Friday from Islamic terrorist threats that caused American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift to cancel her concerts for tens of thousands of people.
Ukraine Attacking Russia Amid Nuclear Worries
Russia faced major Ukrainian assaults Friday, with Kyiv determined to bring the war to Russian territory more than two years after Moscow invaded Ukraine, triggering Europe’s bloodiest conflict since World War Two.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S. Bolsters Presence With F-22s and ‘Mini Aircraft Carrier’ Against ‘Axis of Evil’
In response to threats from Iran and Hezbollah following the targeted killings of senior Hezbollah and Hamas leaders in Beirut and Tehran, the Pentagon has bolstered its forces by deploying a squadron of F-22 Raptor fighter jets and a smaller-scale aircraft carrier to the Middle East. Analysts are anticipating a potential attack on Tish B'Av, which begins Monday night.
Israel Confirms Hitting Gaza School ‘Command Center’ But Denies 90 Killed
Israel’s military confirmed Saturday that it struck a school in Gaza City but denied that 90 people were killed as Hamas had claimed.
Inside the United States
Questions Remain Over Walz Military Service After Harris Campaign Says He ‘Misspoke’
U.S. House Republicans and military veterans are demanding answers from the Pentagon and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on his military record after several claims have resurfaced. Walz was picked as Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate; the two are the presumed Democratic nominees for president and vice president.
State Coalition Calls on SCOTUS to Rule Against Biden-Harris in Asylum Case
A 15-state coalition led by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in on a multi-jurisdictional asylum case.
ABC Says Trump, Harris Debate On September 10
U.S. broadcaster ABC says both former U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have agreed to a September 10 televised presidential debate.
Iran Poised to Launch Nuclear-Weapons Program
A new assessment by U.S. intelligence agencies reveals that Iran's advancements in scientific and engineering research over the past year have put it in a stronger position to initiate a nuclear weapons program, the Wall Street Journal reported over the weekend.
Thousands Of Ukraine Troops In Russia, Despite Russian Bomb Threat (Worthy News Radio)
Kyiv says thousands of Ukrainian troops are taking part in destabilizing Russia by showing the country's weaknesses. The assault entered its sixth day despite concerns about a controversial bomb that Moscow claims it is using to halt the offensive as well as a deadly attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv.
Plane Carrying 62 People Crashes In Brazil
Brazil’s president expressed his sorrow on Friday after a plane carrying 62 people crashed in a residential area of a city in Brazil’s Sao Paulo.
Austria Reeling From Threat of Terror Attack That Cancelled Swift Concerts
Austria was reeling Friday from Islamic terrorist threats that caused American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift to cancel her concerts for tens of thousands of people.
Ukraine Attacking Russia Amid Nuclear Worries
Russia faced major Ukrainian assaults Friday, with Kyiv determined to bring the war to Russian territory more than two years after Moscow invaded Ukraine, triggering Europe’s bloodiest conflict since World War Two.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S. Bolsters Presence With F-22s and ‘Mini Aircraft Carrier’ Against ‘Axis of Evil’
In response to threats from Iran and Hezbollah following the targeted killings of senior Hezbollah and Hamas leaders in Beirut and Tehran, the Pentagon has bolstered its forces by deploying a squadron of F-22 Raptor fighter jets and a smaller-scale aircraft carrier to the Middle East. Analysts are anticipating a potential attack on Tish B'Av, which begins Monday night.
Israel Confirms Hitting Gaza School ‘Command Center’ But Denies 90 Killed
Israel’s military confirmed Saturday that it struck a school in Gaza City but denied that 90 people were killed as Hamas had claimed.
Inside the United States
Questions Remain Over Walz Military Service After Harris Campaign Says He ‘Misspoke’
U.S. House Republicans and military veterans are demanding answers from the Pentagon and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on his military record after several claims have resurfaced. Walz was picked as Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate; the two are the presumed Democratic nominees for president and vice president.
State Coalition Calls on SCOTUS to Rule Against Biden-Harris in Asylum Case
A 15-state coalition led by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in on a multi-jurisdictional asylum case.
ABC Says Trump, Harris Debate On September 10
U.S. broadcaster ABC says both former U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have agreed to a September 10 televised presidential debate.