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Today's Breaking News
Around the World
US may launch pre-emptive strike on North Korea ahead of nuclear test, officials warn
The United States may launch a pre-emptive strike on North Korea if it goes ahead with a nuclear or missile test, a number of US intelligence officials told NBC news on Thursday.
Turkish voters will determine the strength of Erdogan's grip on power
In a referendum watched closely across Europe and across the Atlantic, Turkish voters will decide on Sunday whether to remake the political fabric of their nation and grant far-reaching powers to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Canada advances effort to legalize recreational marijuana
Canadian lawmakers introduced federal legislation Thursday aimed at establishing a strict framework for the production, sale, distribution and possession of marijuana, following through on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's campaign promise and putting his country on course to become the first nation in North America to legalize the recreational use of weed.
Trump sends message in terror fight with big bomb drop
The Trump administration's faith in hard power was on dramatic display in a far corner of the world Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
China urges establishment of Palestinian state
Palestinians must be allowed to build an independent state, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday after meeting Palestinian Authority Foreign Minister Riyad al-Maliki, who pushed Beijing to do more in the Middle East peace process.
Five arrested at entrance to Temple Mount
Israeli police have arrested five Jewish men after a clash with police and Arab residents of the Old City.
Inside the United States
LGBT advocates seek to label opponents as U.S. hate groups
The Eliminate Hate Campaign seeks to draw attention to groups it sees as extreme and hateful against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, accusing them of hiding behind ostensibly Christian or family values.
Trump considers halting Obamacare payments
In an Oval Office interview, President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested he may halt payments to health insurance companies under the Affordable Care Act, a move that could destabilize the nation's health insurance markets.
Trump gives states power to cut off Planned Parenthood money
President Trump signed into law the first major national pro-life bill in more than a decade, freeing states to withhold federal family planning money from Planned Parenthood and other clinics that also perform abortions.
Christian News
Christian teacher in Germany banned from wearing cross necklace
School management has forced a teacher in Berlin, Germany, to remove a cross necklace from her attire when she's in the classroom.
Egypt says second church bomber identified
The authorities in Egypt said late Thursday they had identified the second of two jihadist bombers who targeted Coptic Christian Palm Sunday services last week.
Around the World
US may launch pre-emptive strike on North Korea ahead of nuclear test, officials warn
The United States may launch a pre-emptive strike on North Korea if it goes ahead with a nuclear or missile test, a number of US intelligence officials told NBC news on Thursday.
Turkish voters will determine the strength of Erdogan's grip on power
In a referendum watched closely across Europe and across the Atlantic, Turkish voters will decide on Sunday whether to remake the political fabric of their nation and grant far-reaching powers to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Canada advances effort to legalize recreational marijuana
Canadian lawmakers introduced federal legislation Thursday aimed at establishing a strict framework for the production, sale, distribution and possession of marijuana, following through on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's campaign promise and putting his country on course to become the first nation in North America to legalize the recreational use of weed.
Trump sends message in terror fight with big bomb drop
The Trump administration's faith in hard power was on dramatic display in a far corner of the world Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
China urges establishment of Palestinian state
Palestinians must be allowed to build an independent state, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday after meeting Palestinian Authority Foreign Minister Riyad al-Maliki, who pushed Beijing to do more in the Middle East peace process.
Five arrested at entrance to Temple Mount
Israeli police have arrested five Jewish men after a clash with police and Arab residents of the Old City.
Inside the United States
LGBT advocates seek to label opponents as U.S. hate groups
The Eliminate Hate Campaign seeks to draw attention to groups it sees as extreme and hateful against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, accusing them of hiding behind ostensibly Christian or family values.
Trump considers halting Obamacare payments
In an Oval Office interview, President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested he may halt payments to health insurance companies under the Affordable Care Act, a move that could destabilize the nation's health insurance markets.
Trump gives states power to cut off Planned Parenthood money
President Trump signed into law the first major national pro-life bill in more than a decade, freeing states to withhold federal family planning money from Planned Parenthood and other clinics that also perform abortions.
Christian News
Christian teacher in Germany banned from wearing cross necklace
School management has forced a teacher in Berlin, Germany, to remove a cross necklace from her attire when she's in the classroom.
Egypt says second church bomber identified
The authorities in Egypt said late Thursday they had identified the second of two jihadist bombers who targeted Coptic Christian Palm Sunday services last week.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
UN draft resolution on Syria attack: Vote fails with Russia veto, China abstains
A vote by the U.N. Security council on a draft resolution to condemn the chemical weapon attack in Syria failed Wednesday with a veto by Russia, but fellow member China abstained, a sign that talks with President Trump last week may have had an effect on the superpower.
North Korea said to ready nuclear test as tensions climb
North Korea is ready to launch a nuclear test at its Punggye-ri Nuclear Test Site, the 38 North monitoring group reported on Wednesday.
Russian nuclear-capable bombers fly near Japan, US officials say
For the first time in nearly three months, Russia flew nuclear-capable 'Bear' bombers near Japan, Wednesday, the latest sign of increasing tensions in the region, two US officials tell Fox News.
Tillerson says US-Russia ties at 'low point,' calls for easing tensions after Putin meeting
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson held a hastily arranged meeting in Moscow late Wednesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he worked to ease tensions over Syria and other global crises - even as he and President Trump, from afar, continued to pressure Putin over his alliance with Bashar Assad.
China has sent 150,000 troops to its North Korea border
China and South Korea have signaled they would take a stand against North Korea if it conducted another nuclear or intercontinental ballistic missile test, according to reports.
Foreign journalists in North Korea told to prepare for 'big' event
Foreign journalists visiting North Korea have been told to prepare for a 'big and important event' on Thursday, although there were no indications it was directly linked to tensions in the region over the isolated state's nuclear weapons program.
North Korea readies for war? Kim Jong-un orders evacuation of Pyongyang
North Korea leader Kim Jong-un ordered 25 percent of Pyongyang residents to leave the city immediately.
Mattis: Syria Will 'Pay a Very, Very Stiff Price' for Any Use of Chemical Weapons
Secretary of Defense Gen. James Mattis said during a Tuesday press briefing that Syria will 'pay a very, very stiff price' for any future use of chemical weapons.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Notified Ahead of Trump's Syria Strike, 'Fully Supports' US Response to Assad
Israeli leaders welcomed US President Donald Trump's surprise military action late Thursday to strike the airbase where Syrian President Bashar Assad is believed to have launched a chemical attack on his people, which killed at least 86 Syrians, including 27 children.
Police Raid Homes, Seize Lambs, Preventing Passover Sacrifice
Israeli Police raided the homes of seven Jews who had declared their intent to bring the Passover lamb sacrifice in Jerusalem, and arrested another 17 on their way to sacrifice lambs.
Inside the United States
Gorsuch begins first day at Supreme Court
Justice Neil Gorsuch's introduction to his new job begins Thursday when the Supreme Court gathers in conference ahead of next week's oral arguments.
These 2 States Are Launching Biblical Pushback on Gay Marriage
Lawmakers in two states are working to pass bills that push back against the Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage.
Sessions Announces Illegal Aliens Who Illegally Re-Enter The U.S. Will Be Charged With a Felony
Speaking from the U.S.-Mexico border in Nogales, Arizona Tuesday, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced major changes to Justice Department protocol when it comes to charging and prosecuting illegal aliens.
Christian News
Government is 'institutionally biased' against Christian refugees from Syria, claims former Archbishop of Canterbury
Christian refugees from Syria are being discriminated against by the Government, the former Archbishop of Canterbury has said.
A missing pastor and the disappearances chilling Malaysia
It all began with the case of the missing pastor. On the morning of 13 February, Raymond Koh was exiting a highway in the leafy suburb of Kelana Jaya just outside of the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur.
Around the World
UN draft resolution on Syria attack: Vote fails with Russia veto, China abstains
A vote by the U.N. Security council on a draft resolution to condemn the chemical weapon attack in Syria failed Wednesday with a veto by Russia, but fellow member China abstained, a sign that talks with President Trump last week may have had an effect on the superpower.
North Korea said to ready nuclear test as tensions climb
North Korea is ready to launch a nuclear test at its Punggye-ri Nuclear Test Site, the 38 North monitoring group reported on Wednesday.
Russian nuclear-capable bombers fly near Japan, US officials say
For the first time in nearly three months, Russia flew nuclear-capable 'Bear' bombers near Japan, Wednesday, the latest sign of increasing tensions in the region, two US officials tell Fox News.
Tillerson says US-Russia ties at 'low point,' calls for easing tensions after Putin meeting
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson held a hastily arranged meeting in Moscow late Wednesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he worked to ease tensions over Syria and other global crises - even as he and President Trump, from afar, continued to pressure Putin over his alliance with Bashar Assad.
China has sent 150,000 troops to its North Korea border
China and South Korea have signaled they would take a stand against North Korea if it conducted another nuclear or intercontinental ballistic missile test, according to reports.
Foreign journalists in North Korea told to prepare for 'big' event
Foreign journalists visiting North Korea have been told to prepare for a 'big and important event' on Thursday, although there were no indications it was directly linked to tensions in the region over the isolated state's nuclear weapons program.
North Korea readies for war? Kim Jong-un orders evacuation of Pyongyang
North Korea leader Kim Jong-un ordered 25 percent of Pyongyang residents to leave the city immediately.
Mattis: Syria Will 'Pay a Very, Very Stiff Price' for Any Use of Chemical Weapons
Secretary of Defense Gen. James Mattis said during a Tuesday press briefing that Syria will 'pay a very, very stiff price' for any future use of chemical weapons.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Notified Ahead of Trump's Syria Strike, 'Fully Supports' US Response to Assad
Israeli leaders welcomed US President Donald Trump's surprise military action late Thursday to strike the airbase where Syrian President Bashar Assad is believed to have launched a chemical attack on his people, which killed at least 86 Syrians, including 27 children.
Police Raid Homes, Seize Lambs, Preventing Passover Sacrifice
Israeli Police raided the homes of seven Jews who had declared their intent to bring the Passover lamb sacrifice in Jerusalem, and arrested another 17 on their way to sacrifice lambs.
Inside the United States
Gorsuch begins first day at Supreme Court
Justice Neil Gorsuch's introduction to his new job begins Thursday when the Supreme Court gathers in conference ahead of next week's oral arguments.
These 2 States Are Launching Biblical Pushback on Gay Marriage
Lawmakers in two states are working to pass bills that push back against the Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage.
Sessions Announces Illegal Aliens Who Illegally Re-Enter The U.S. Will Be Charged With a Felony
Speaking from the U.S.-Mexico border in Nogales, Arizona Tuesday, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced major changes to Justice Department protocol when it comes to charging and prosecuting illegal aliens.
Christian News
Government is 'institutionally biased' against Christian refugees from Syria, claims former Archbishop of Canterbury
Christian refugees from Syria are being discriminated against by the Government, the former Archbishop of Canterbury has said.
A missing pastor and the disappearances chilling Malaysia
It all began with the case of the missing pastor. On the morning of 13 February, Raymond Koh was exiting a highway in the leafy suburb of Kelana Jaya just outside of the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur.
Today's Breaking News
Around the World
Carrier strike group heads toward Korean Peninsula
The Pentagon says a Navy carrier strike group is moving toward the western Pacific Ocean to provide a physical presence near the Korean Peninsula.
UN Security Council will vote Wednesday on Syria gas attack probe: US
The UN Security Council will vote Wednesday on a draft resolution demanding that the Syrian government cooperate with an investigation of the suspected chemical attack last week in Idlib province, US diplomats said.
Tillerson: Russia Must Choose Between Us and the West or Assad, Iran and Hezbollah
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Monday that Russia must choose between the United States and like-minded western countries or Syrian President Bashar Assad, Iran and Hezbollah.
Mattis: 20 Percent Of Syria's Operational Aircraft Damaged or Destroyed in U.S. Strikes
Defense Secretary James Mattis issued a stark warning to the Syrian government on Monday, saying it would be 'ill-advised ever again to use chemical weapons.'
Russia knew of Syrian chemical attack in advance, US official says
A senior U.S. official says the United States has concluded that Russia knew in advance of Syria's chemical weapons attack last week.
North Korea missiles: US warships deployed to Korean peninsula
The US military has ordered a navy strike group to move towards the Korean peninsula, amid growing concerns about North Korea's missile program.
Russian warship steams toward US destroyers that launched Syria strikes
A Russian warship has entered the eastern Mediterranean Sea Friday and is heading toward the two U.S. Navy destroyers that launched missile strikes into Syria, Fox News has learned.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Top IDF Intelligence Official: Hezbollah 'Very Challenged' at Moment Due to Ongoing Military Support of Assad Regime in
Hezbollah is 'very challenged' at the moment due to its ongoing military support of Syrian President Bashar Assad's regime, a top IDF official told the Hebrew news site Walla in an interview published on Monday.
Inside the United States
Trump: US troops are 'not going into Syria'
President Trump vowed U.S. troops are "not going into Syria," during an interview with Fox Business' Maria Bartiromo that is set to air Wednesday.
Ben Carson Finds $500 Billion Dollar Error from Obama's Housing Agency
Dr. Ben Carson discovered more than $500 billion in errors in his audit of the Obama administration's Housing and Urban Development budget.
Trump says Tax Reform 'Will Be Better' if Obamacare Repeal Passed First
US President Donald Trump said tax reform 'will be better' if legislation to dismantle Obamacare is passed first by Congress because of the tax savings from the Republican health plan.
Spicer apologizes for Hitler, chemical weapons remark
White House press secretary Sean Spicer apologized for claiming during Tuesday's press briefing that Adolf Hitler did not use chemical weapons.
Report: FBI sought to monitor Trump adviser last summer
The FBI obtained a secret court order last summer to monitor the communications of Carter Page, an adviser to then-candidate Donald Trump, because the government had reason to believe Page was acting as a Russian agent, The Washington Post reported Tuesday.
U.S. disasters in first 3 months of 2017 cost record $5B
The National Centers for Environmental Information said there were five weather disasters from January to March, which cost more than $5 billion, a record for the first quarter of the year.
Data in! Sanctuary cities have higher crime rates
Surprise! Sanctuary cities do, indeed, experience higher crime rates than do non-sanctuary cities, an in-depth WND analysis of the most recent study of the question reveals.
Alabama governor resigns as scandal leads to criminal charges
Alabama Governor Robert Bentley resigned on Monday after pleading guilty to two misdemeanors related to campaign finance violations and linked to his relationship with a former adviser, ending a year-long scandal that has enveloped the state's government.
Around the World
Carrier strike group heads toward Korean Peninsula
The Pentagon says a Navy carrier strike group is moving toward the western Pacific Ocean to provide a physical presence near the Korean Peninsula.
UN Security Council will vote Wednesday on Syria gas attack probe: US
The UN Security Council will vote Wednesday on a draft resolution demanding that the Syrian government cooperate with an investigation of the suspected chemical attack last week in Idlib province, US diplomats said.
Tillerson: Russia Must Choose Between Us and the West or Assad, Iran and Hezbollah
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Monday that Russia must choose between the United States and like-minded western countries or Syrian President Bashar Assad, Iran and Hezbollah.
Mattis: 20 Percent Of Syria's Operational Aircraft Damaged or Destroyed in U.S. Strikes
Defense Secretary James Mattis issued a stark warning to the Syrian government on Monday, saying it would be 'ill-advised ever again to use chemical weapons.'
Russia knew of Syrian chemical attack in advance, US official says
A senior U.S. official says the United States has concluded that Russia knew in advance of Syria's chemical weapons attack last week.
North Korea missiles: US warships deployed to Korean peninsula
The US military has ordered a navy strike group to move towards the Korean peninsula, amid growing concerns about North Korea's missile program.
Russian warship steams toward US destroyers that launched Syria strikes
A Russian warship has entered the eastern Mediterranean Sea Friday and is heading toward the two U.S. Navy destroyers that launched missile strikes into Syria, Fox News has learned.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Top IDF Intelligence Official: Hezbollah 'Very Challenged' at Moment Due to Ongoing Military Support of Assad Regime in
Hezbollah is 'very challenged' at the moment due to its ongoing military support of Syrian President Bashar Assad's regime, a top IDF official told the Hebrew news site Walla in an interview published on Monday.
Inside the United States
Trump: US troops are 'not going into Syria'
President Trump vowed U.S. troops are "not going into Syria," during an interview with Fox Business' Maria Bartiromo that is set to air Wednesday.
Ben Carson Finds $500 Billion Dollar Error from Obama's Housing Agency
Dr. Ben Carson discovered more than $500 billion in errors in his audit of the Obama administration's Housing and Urban Development budget.
Trump says Tax Reform 'Will Be Better' if Obamacare Repeal Passed First
US President Donald Trump said tax reform 'will be better' if legislation to dismantle Obamacare is passed first by Congress because of the tax savings from the Republican health plan.
Spicer apologizes for Hitler, chemical weapons remark
White House press secretary Sean Spicer apologized for claiming during Tuesday's press briefing that Adolf Hitler did not use chemical weapons.
Report: FBI sought to monitor Trump adviser last summer
The FBI obtained a secret court order last summer to monitor the communications of Carter Page, an adviser to then-candidate Donald Trump, because the government had reason to believe Page was acting as a Russian agent, The Washington Post reported Tuesday.
U.S. disasters in first 3 months of 2017 cost record $5B
The National Centers for Environmental Information said there were five weather disasters from January to March, which cost more than $5 billion, a record for the first quarter of the year.
Data in! Sanctuary cities have higher crime rates
Surprise! Sanctuary cities do, indeed, experience higher crime rates than do non-sanctuary cities, an in-depth WND analysis of the most recent study of the question reveals.
Alabama governor resigns as scandal leads to criminal charges
Alabama Governor Robert Bentley resigned on Monday after pleading guilty to two misdemeanors related to campaign finance violations and linked to his relationship with a former adviser, ending a year-long scandal that has enveloped the state's government.