Weekly News Brief: 7/7/23

Breaking World News

The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.

Iran is continuing to execute anti-government protestors, UN says

The United Nations reported this week that Iran is continuing to carry out “chilling” executions on citizens suspected of involvement in nationwide anti-government protests that were sparked last year after young Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini died in police custody in September, i24News reports.

Hungary Pledges Ties With Russia Despite Invasion

Hungary pledged to continue cooperation with Moscow while hosting the Russian health minister despite Western condemnation over Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine.

Transgender individuals have significantly higher rate of suicide and mortality, report shows

A newly published Danish study has shown that transgender individuals have significantly higher rates of suicide attempts and mortality than nontransgender individuals. Published by the American Medical Association’s JAMA Network, the study is titled ‘Transgender Identity and Suicide Attempts and Mortality in Denmark.’

Latest World News Headlines

US Navy stops Iran from seizing two oil tankers in Gulf of Oman – July 5, 2023

Ukraine and Russia trade accusations of imminent attack on Europe’s largest nuclear plant – July 5, 2023

Netherlands Record-Breaking Storm Kills, Injures Several – July 5, 2023

Russia Blames Ukraine For Deadly Missile Strikes (Worthy News Radio) – July 5, 2023

Russia, Syria to hold six-day military drills – July 4, 2023

Russia Threatens Europe’s Largest Nuclear Plant After Missiles Injure Dozens – July 4, 2023

Dutch King Apologizes For Slavery – July 3, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Israel strikes in Damascus; Syrian air defenses fail to respond

The Israeli Air Force carried out an airstrike on Iranian advanced arms depots in Damascus overnight Thursday, but Syrian air defense systems were not activated, Ynet has learned.

Not a ‘one-off’: Israel will continue ‘mowing the lawn’ in Jenin

Comments by Israeli leaders in the aftermath of a two-day incursion in the Jenin refugee camp indicate that the Israel Defense Forces will take repeated military action against Palestinian terror.

Latest Israel News Headlines

IDF: Rocket fired from Lebanon explodes near border, artillery returning fire – July 6, 2023

New haredi city expected to reach population of 80,000 – July 5, 2023

IDF strikes Gaza after rockets launched at southern Israel – July 5, 2023

Israeli Forces Conclude Major Operation in Jenin Amid Tensions – July 4, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Christian School Asks 11th Circuit to Strike Down Prayer Ban at Football Games

Attorneys for a Tampa, Florida Christian school recently told an Atlanta-based federal appeals court that prayer over a loudspeaker before a football game is protected by the U.S. Constitution.

‘Sound of Freedom’ skyrockets at box office opening day

“Sound of Freedom,” a film released earlier this week that brings awareness to human trafficking, got the top spot at the box office in the United States on its opening day, the Fourth of July.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

California church targeted with overnight cross burnings, police investigating – July 6, 2023

US Judge Restricts Biden Officials From Contact With Social Media Firms – July 5, 2023

FDA blasted for ‘misleading’ mRNA COVID vaccine labels as ‘sudden death’ research mounts – July 5, 2023

Confidence in U.S. government plummets – July 5, 2023

Judge bars Biden administration from working with social media companies on ‘protected speech’ – July 4, 2023

Biden Decries Mass Shootings Overshadowing Independence Day – July 4, 2023

Federal courts lift bans on gender-affirming treatment for minors in Kentucky, Tennessee – July 4, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: Plateau state Christians receive written threats of impending attacks on specific communities by Fulani jihadists

As part of an ongoing campaign of terror, murder, displacement and destruction of livelihood against Nigerian Christians in Plateau State, Fulani jihadists sent written warnings to specific local Christian communities at the weekend, advising them of impending attacks in specific locations, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Notably, the jihadists pointed out that no Nigerian security forces would come to the aid of the Christians if they valued their own lives.

Nigeria: Jihadist slaughter of Christians continues; “We enjoin all Christians to cry for God’s mercy”

Leaders from the Church of Christ in Nations (CAN) denomination in Nigeria have called for all Christians to beseech God for His mercy on their land as Fulani Islamic jihadists murdered 11 more Christians in Nigeria’s Plateau state and 20 Christians in neighboring Taraba state in attacks on June 27 and June 25 respectively, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

China: Four Christians imprisoned without charge following raid on church

A Christian pastor and three of his church members in China’s Guangdong Province have been in custody for six weeks after being arrested by the ruling Chinese Communist Party on suspicion of conducting “illegal business operations,” China Aid reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Niger: A generation of children is growing up surrounded by Jihadist death and destruction, Amnesty International reports – July 4, 2023

Nigeria: Pastor murdered and 7 congregants abducted in Ogun state attack – July 3, 2023

Pakistan:Islamic criminal confesses to brutal murder, rape of Christian widow – July 3, 2023

Christian Community Attacked In Pakistan After Believer Post Bible Verse – July 2, 2023

China introduces app forcing citizens to obtain approval to attend religious services – June 30, 2023

‘1 In 3 Countries Persecute Christians, Other Groups’ – June 29, 2023

North Korea Raids Secret Church, Five Detained – June 29, 2023

Weekly News Brief: 6/16/23

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The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.

UN Chief Seeks “Global Digital Compact” to Police the Spread of Disinformation

The secretary-general of the United Nations has unveiled a “Global Digital Compact” to police “hate and lies” about issues such as climate change.

Migrant Boat Tragedy Death Toll Rises To Hundreds; ‘No Hope Of Survivors’ (Worthy News Radio)

Greek authorities said Thursday that more than 500 migrants, including many children, were believed to have died after their overloaded fishing boat capsized and sank off southern Greece.

Ukraine Regains Control Over’ Swathes Of Territory’ (Worthy News Radio)

Ukraine says it has regained control over vast swathes of territory in its counteroffensive against Russian forces. The announcement comes despite Moscow claiming Ukraine’s counterattack is faltering.

Latest World News Headlines

Record-breaking 110 million people now displaced worldwide, most refugees hosted in poorer countries – June 15, 2023

Turkey continues to oppose Sweden’s accession to NATO – June 15, 2023

United States to follow United Kingdom in sending depleted uranium munitions to Ukraine – June 15, 2023

England: National Health Service to stop most puberty blocking treatments for minors, cites insufficient evidence that it’s best course – June 15, 2023

Egypt submits application to join BRICS, says Russian envoy to Cairo – June 15, 2023

US to provide additional $2.1 billion in military aid to Ukraine – June 15, 2023

Deadly Cyclone and Quake Hit Pakistan, India Prompting Prayers – June 15, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Netanyahu: US Pushing for ‘Small’ Iran Nuclear Deal, State Dept Denies

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, speaking Wednesday in a meeting with the Knesset Foreign Affairs Committee, said the U.S. is pushing for a “small” informal arrangement with Iran in order to prevent a military confrontation over Iran’s uranium enrichment program.

Iran attacks Israel through its Middle East proxies, Gallant tells Austin

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on Thursday night met with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin in Brussels to discuss Iran and other important aspects of the US-Israel relationship.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Palestinian Authority and China establish strategic partnership, sign cooperation agreements – June 15, 2023

Israel Reportedly Attacks Targets In Syria, Air Defenses Activated – June 15, 2023

U.S. House passes bill to establish Abraham Accords special envoy – June 15, 2023

Saudi embassy in US: No normalization with Israel without Palestinian state – June 13, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

U.S. government says several agencies hacked as part of broader cyberattack

Several U.S. agencies have been hacked as part of a broader cyberattack that has hit dozens of companies and organizations in recent weeks through a previously unknown vulnerability in popular file sharing software.

GOP-led House passes Separation of Powers Restoration Act

The GOP-led House passed the Separation of Powers Restoration Act on Thursday by a vote of 220-211.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

‘Operation Lone Star’ Underway as House Republicans Accuse Mayorkas of ‘Dereliction of Duty’ – June 15, 2023

Fed leaves rates unchanged, sees two small hikes by end of 2023 – June 15, 2023

FBI Official Stuns Hawley When He Claims The Bureau ‘Unintentionally’ Spied On ‘278,000’ Americans – June 15, 2023

Biden administration extending temporary legal status for 300K immigrants Trump sought to end – June 13, 2023

Former U.S. President Trump Pleads Not Guilty In Mishandling Secrets – June 13, 2023

Joe and Hunter Biden caught on 17 recordings with Burisma owner, Grassley reveals FBI form says – June 12, 2023

Poll Finds Growing Opposition to Trans Athletes in Women’s Sports – June 12, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Indonesia: Muslim protesters prevent church from holding services in rented room

Following a large protest by members of the Indonesian Muslim Alliance (AUI), a church in Medan, Indonesia has been prevented from holding worship services in a room it rented at a shopping mall for this purpose, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Nigeria: Fulani terrorists murder 21 people, including a pastor, in coordinated attacks in Plateau state

Fulani jihadists in Nigeria murdered 21 people in Plateau state on Sunday in coordinated attacks on the Rim, Jol, and Kwi communities of Riyom and the Gana-Ropp community in the Barkin Ladi local government area, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Manipur, India: Hindu extremists are committing “genocide” against Christians in tribal conflict, Christian leader says

Amid the ongoing deadly and destructive tribal conflict in India’s Manipur state, a local Christian leader has pleaded for help saying Hindu extremist members of the Meitei tribe are committing “ethnic cleansing” and “genocide” against Christians from the Kuki and Zo tribes, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Evangelicals have brought racial reconciliation into sharper focus since police killing of George Floyd – June 12, 2023

Artificial Intelligence Leads Church Service In Germany – June 12, 2023

UK government called upon to help stop the “genocidal attacks” on Christians in Nigeria – June 11, 2023

Nigeria Pastors Want Christian Parliament Speakers As Violence Spreads – June 11, 2023

Iraq: Persecuted Christians  launch TV channel in Syriac language derived from Jesus’ Aramaic – June 9, 2023

Nigeria: Mass grave for Christian women and children, “Let us not put our hope on weapons to defend ourselves, our weapon is in Christ” – June 9, 2023

India: Hindu nationalists close churches, jail pastors in Uttar Pradesh – June 8, 2023

Weekly News Brief 6/8/23

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NATO to hold largest ever European air drills over Germany

Germany is set to host NATO’s largest air force deployment over Europe in the alliance’s history, officials said on Wednesday.

Blinken visits Saudi Arabia to expand Abraham Accords

Three years after the signing of the Abraham Accords, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday on a mission to steady Washington’s relationship with Riyadh after Biden’s insulting 2021 election statements, ongoing oil disagreements, and disputes on Iran policy.

Flooding Threatens Tens of Thousands in Ukraine (Worthy News Radio)

Kyiv pleaded for international help on Wednesday as tens of thousands of people were at risk of drowning following the collapse of a gigantic dam in a Russian-occupied region of southern Ukraine.

Latest World News Headlines

French Pension Reform Protesters Storm Olympic Headquarters – June 7, 2023

US and Israel outraged as Iran elected rapporteur to UN international security committee, “UN has reached a new low” – June 6, 2023

Kyiv Says Russia ‘Blew Up Dam’ As Thousands Flee Flooding (Worthy News Radio) – June 6, 2023

Turkish Re-elected President Hopes To Tackle Economic Crisis – June 6, 2023

Russia Says It Prevented Ukraine Offensive Killing 250 Troops – June 6, 2023

Iran to reopen embassy in Saudi Arabia following years of severed diplomatic ties – June 5, 2023

Serbia Soul Searching After Rally Over Shootings – June 5, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Ministers’ hawkish posture suggests Netanyahu would have votes to strike Iran

If Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant present the Diplomatic-Security Cabinet with a plan to strike Iran, it would pass by a large majority, unlike the situation 10 years ago, when Netanyahu and then-Defense Minister Ehud Barak could not get such support in that forum.

Israel conducts first drone air taxi test

Israel carried out its first drone air taxi test this week, as part of a new initiative to relieve traffic congestion on the roads, i24News reports. This week’s test involved 11 drone companies, and represents the first time Israel has tried drone technology for the purpose of operating taxis.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel and Egypt reaffirm commitment to peace and security after border killings – June 6, 2023

The Israelis set for new Jewish temple on Al-Aqsa site – June 6, 2023

Iran unveils hypersonic missile it says can reach Israel in 400 seconds – June 6, 2023

IDF attacked secret Iranian weapon factories in Syria – June 5, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Biden vetoes measure halting student debt relief

President Joe Biden on Wednesday vetoed a plan to cancel his student debt relief plan.

Louisiana House approves ban on gender treatments for minors

The Louisiana state House on Wednesday approved a ban on gender-related treatments for minors by a veto-proof margin.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Bipartisan resolution introduced to Congress calling for recognition of Semele Massacre/Assyrian Genocide of 1933 – June 7, 2023

Federal judge blocks Florida ban on medicalized gender transition for children – June 6, 2023

House to Charge FBI Director with Contempt if Unclassified ‘Biden’ Doc Not Handed Over – June 6, 2023

Ex-VP Mike Pence Enters US Presidential Race – June 5, 2023

Utah school district bans KJV Bible in lower schools for “vulgarity and violence” – June 5, 2023

Sonic Boom Over Washington D.C. Caused By Jets Intercepting Plane – June 5, 2023

Biden orders 20-year ban on oil, gas drilling to protect New Mexico tribal sites – June 5, 2023

Breaking Christian News

South Sudan: Christian leaders urgently call for peace following abduction of Bishop

Christian leaders in South Sudan have issued urgent calls for peace after the Bishop of Morobo and his driver survived a violent abduction by armed insurgents on Monday, Christian Today (CT) reports. The kidnappers claimed to be members of the National Salvation Front, a militant group opposed to the South Sudanese government.

Nigeria: 43 more Christians murdered in Nasarawa state, “Where is the outcry? Where is effective action?”

As the genocidal slaughter of Christians in Nigeria continues, Fulani Islamic jihadists murdered 43 Christians, including a pastor and his wife, in Nasarawa state last month, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. 

Christians in Syria at risk of “genocidal” attacks from NATO member Turkey

Christians in Syria continue to face “genocidal” attacks not only from jihadists inside the country but also from Islamist-affiliated, NATO member Turkey, Algemeiner reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Fewer Protestant churchgoers now engaged with fostering or adoption than five years ago, poll shows – June 1, 2023

Pakistan: Young Christian man sentenced to death for blasphemy, “Our faith in Christ has not waivered” – May 31, 2023

Nigeria: 50 members of Plateau Baptist Convention murdered by jihadists – May 30, 2023

Indonesia: Muslim extremists disrupt two church services; “If a church is seen to spreading the gospel, they soon run into opposition” – May 30, 2023

Nigeria Christians Fear New Muslim President And Muslim VP (Worthy News-Focus) – May 30, 2023

North Korea: Two-year old boy sentenced to life in prison after parents found with Bible – May 30, 2023

Burkina Faso: 15 more civilians slaughtered as jihadist insurrection continues – May 30, 2023

*Podcast* Leviticus Chapter 26- Rome, Idolatry, & The Last Days

As we near the close of our study on Leviticus, we read about idolatry in it’s different forms, what role Rome has played in promoting idolatry in the past and present, symbolism and the Cross, and more.

Also, a announcement on what we are moving onto in our studies after this book!

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Weekly News Brief 5/31/23

Breaking World News

The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.

US to give Ukraine a further military aid package of about $300 million

The US is expected to announce this week that it will be sending Ukraine a new military aid package totaling up to $300 million and including additional munitions for drones, the Associated Press reports.

Brazilian’s President Seeks Regional Currency

Brazil’s president has proposed creating a regional trade currency for South America as part of broader efforts to ditch the U.S. dollar as the world’s reserve currency.

Russia Threatens Using Nuclear Weapons After Moscow Attacks (Worthy News In-Depth)

Russia’s president accused Ukraine of terrorism after drones hit Moscow, the capital, and at least one of his allies suggested using nuclear weapons in response.

Latest World News Headlines

Chinese jet conducts ‘aggressive’ maneuver in front of U.S. surveillance plane – May 30, 2023

Biden threatens sanctions after Uganda passes one of world’s most extreme anti-gay laws – May 30, 2023

Dutch Abortion ‘To Save The Planet’ Sparks Christian Outcry – May 30, 2023

Russia’s Capital Moscow Hit By Drones – May 30, 2023

Dozens Of Babies Die In Sudan Orphanage – May 30, 2023

Kosovo Attacks Injure Dozens Of NATO Troops (Worthy News In-Depth) – May 30, 2023

US and Saudi Arabia issue joint call for extension of ceasefire in Sudan – May 30, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Israel: Iran ‘close to point of no return’

Israel’s Foreign Minister Eli Cohen met with European counterparts in Slovakia on Tuesday and called for unity in countering the Iranian threat before it is too late.

IDF launches major drill focused on preparing for all out multi-front war

The Israel Defense Forces on Monday launched a large-scale two-week-long drill across the country, simulating a potential multi-front war.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israeli airstrikes said to hit targets in Syrian capital – May 28, 2023

Near the Western Wall, Jewish radicals shout at Christian Evangelicals to ‘go home’ – May 28, 2023

Israel: Knesset passes national budget, judicial reform back on the agenda – May 25, 2023

Israeli scientists make breakthrough in Autism Spectrum Disorder research – May 25, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Debt limit deal clears House panel, setting up floor debate

The House Rules Committee on Tuesday evening advanced a bipartisan bill to raise the debt limit and avert a national default, paving the way for a floor debate in the lower chamber on Wednesday.

Freedom Caucus threatens ouster as McCarthy rushes forward with debt-limit vote

Speaker Kevin McCarthy is rushing forward a vote on a bipartisan agreement to hike the nation’s debt limit until after the 2024 election, even as a brewing revolt from hard-right members of the House Freedom Caucus casts doubt on his future as leader.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Dept of Homeland Security classifies US as “heightened threat environment:” faith-based institutions and minorities among vulnerable groups – May 30, 2023

Republicans speak out against US debt-ceiling deal, in sign of rocky road ahead – May 29, 2023

Biden and McCarthy reach a final deal to avoid US default and now must sell it to Congress – May 28, 2023

US Could Run Out Of Cash By June 5 – May 27, 2023

Militia Leader Gets 18 Years Over Capitol Attack – May 26, 2023

McCarthy threatened with GOP rebellion over rumored debt-limit deal with Biden – May 25, 2023

Musk’s Neuralink cleared for human test of brain implants – May 25, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: 50 members of Plateau Baptist Convention murdered by jihadists

Fifty members of the Baptist Conference in Nigeria’s Plateau state have been killed in a recent spate of attacks by Islamic jihadists in Mangu and Barkin Ladi Local Government Areas, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

Nigeria Christians Fear New Muslim President And Muslim VP (Worthy News-Focus)

Nigerian Christians expressed concern Monday after two Muslims were sworn in to lead volatile Nigeria as president and vice president.

Indonesia: Muslim extremists disrupt two church services; “If a church is seen to spreading the gospel, they soon run into opposition”

Christians on Indonesia’s Sumatra Island were recently prevented from worshiping when mobs of Muslim extremists disrupted two separate services in Binjai, North Sumatra Province, and in Riau, Pekanbaru Province in southern Sumatra, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. On May 19, a mob of Muslims interrupted a worship service at a café in Binjai, 13 miles from Medan, MSN reports. The mob was led by Uztad Alfan Daulay, who halted the midday service at the café where the Mawar Sharon congregation met in Jalan Sultan Hasanuddin, Setia village. On the same day, … Read more

Latest Christian News Headlines

North Korea: Two-year old boy sentenced to life in prison after parents found with Bible – May 30, 2023

Burkina Faso: 15 more civilians slaughtered as jihadist insurrection continues – May 30, 2023

Gunmen Attack Sudan Churches As Conflict Escalates – May 25, 2023

Australian Missionary Released After 7 Years In Captivity – May 25, 2023

Pakistan:Two Christian youths charged and detained for alleged blasphemy – May 25, 2023

Most pastors are “extremely stressed,” survey finds – May 24, 2023

India: Nearly 400 churches destroyed, 64 Christians killed in Manipur violence – May 24, 2023

Weekly News Brief; 5/10/23

Breaking World News

The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.

Russian President Says Nation In War With West

Russian President Vladimir Putin used a Victory Day speech on Tuesday to warn that “a war has been unleashed” against Russia in what seemed an attempt to prepare the nation for a change in the narrative about Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. So far, the Kremlin has described its battle against Ukraine only as no more than a “special military operation” aimed at defending Russian interests but limited in scope.

Cleric Lynched In Pakistan Over Muhammad Remarks

An Islamic cleric has been beaten to death by a Muslim mob in northwestern Pakistan after comparing a political candidate to Islam’s prophet Muhammad, Worthy News learned Tuesday.

China: Changsu city to pay public sector workers entirely in digital yuan

As part of a new phase in promoting China’s currency, the Chinese city of Changsu in Jiangsu province has confirmed it will start paying its public sector employees entirely in digital yuan, Asia Nikkei reports.

Latest World News Headlines

Russia Launches Huge Drone Attack On Ukraine – May 9, 2023

Dutch Government Apologizes For Groningen Earthquakes (Worthy News Radio) – May 9, 2023

Myanmar: Military junta releases over 2,000 political prisoners but many thousands, including Christians, remain imprisoned – May 9, 2023

US providing Ukraine $1.2B in military aid ahead of expected spring offensive against Russia – May 9, 2023

Russia’s Wagner Group Stays In Bakhmut, As Ukraine ‘Launches Attacks’ (Worthy News Radio) – May 8, 2023

Senior US official in Saudi Arabia to discuss massive rail project with UAE, India – May 8, 2023

Britain’s King Charles III Crowned – May 7, 2023

Breaking Israel News

‘No terrorist is immune’: Netanyahu says Gaza fighting could last days

After a tense day following Israel’s initiated Shield and Arrow to eliminate Islamic Jihad’s high command in the Gaza Strip, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Tuesday that any escalation on the Palestinians’ part will be “answered with a decisive response.”

Thousands evacuated from Gaza border to Dead Sea hotels

Thousands of Sderot residents were evacuated from the city Tuesday evening, accompanied by members of the Home Front Command as part of Mashav Ruach (Breeze) program, a response to Operation Shield and Arrow launched by the Israel Defense Forces early in the morning. The first phase of the evacuation included hundreds of families leaving on 25 buses. Most of them traveled to hotels in the Dead Sea.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israeli Defense Systems In Wartorn, Ukraine – May 10, 2023

Israeli Eliminates Senior Gaza Terror Leaders in ‘Operation Shield and Arrow’ – May 9, 2023

Hezbollah builds 27 new bases in Lebanon under cover of fake NGO – May 9, 2023

New polls show Gantz still ahead of Netanyahu and Lapid – May 8, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Biden under pressure as McCarthy, McConnell align on spending reforms tied to debt limit increase

President Biden is under pressure to negotiate with congressional Republicans over the debt limit as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell align on spending reforms in exchange for a debt limit increase.

Jury: ‘Ex-President Trump Sexually Abused Columnist’; Trump Denies Charges

A Manhattan jury comprised of six men and three women concluded Tuesday that former U.S. President Donald J. Trump “sexually abused” a columnist and also held him financially liable for “defaming” her.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Children Among Victims Of Texas Mall Shooting – May 9, 2023

White House says Congress must ‘get to work’ on raising debt ceiling – May 9, 2023

Abbott activates ‘Texas Tactical Border Force,’ 545 more National Guardsmen deployed before Title 42 expires – May 9, 2023

Arizona school district reinstates evangelical student-teachers after Christian university files religious discrimination suit – May 9, 2023

Seven Killed In US As Car Hits Migrants – May 8, 2023

‘Man Who Killed Eight At Mall Identified’ – May 8, 2023

Several Fatalities, Nine Injured In Texas Mall Shooting – May 7, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: Two Christian girls abducted by Boko Haram rescued after 9 years in captivity

Two young Christian women in Nigeria have been rescued after being abducted by Boko Haram terrorists over nine years ago, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

India: Six killed and 25 churches burned down in Hindu nationalist violence

At least six people were killed and 25 churches burned down during Hindu nationalist violence in India’s Manipur state this month, Christian Headlines (CH) reports.

India: Dramatic escalation of violence in Manipur, 58 dead, 50 churches burned

Christian leaders in India’s Manipur state have accused the Hindu nationalist government of supporting the violent attacks carried out by ethnic Hindu Meitei rioters, which began last week, and which have now resulted in the destruction of 50 churches and the deaths of 58 people, many of whom were Christians, the Christian Post (CP) reports. 

Latest Christian News Headlines

UK: Court rules against Christian parent who claims primary school indoctrinates small children in LGBT issues – May 9, 2023

‘Raise the Alarm’: How Artificial Intelligence Could Further Terrorize Persecuted Christians Across the Globe – May 8, 2023

Thousands Of Christians Flee Deadly Attacks In India; Churches Torched – May 5, 2023

National Day of Prayer to reach 110 million households: ‘We’re praying for an awakening in America’ – May 5, 2023

Presbyterian Church USA sees ongoing decline in membership, new report shows – May 4, 2023

Christian evangelists at Boston’s SatanCon claim about 100 people converted: ‘We’re in a battle’ – May 4, 2023

US Commission on International Religious Freedom publishes annual report, lists worst violators – May 3, 2023