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Around the World
China launches suspected anti-satellite weapon into space
China has launched a new satellite that analysts say can be used as a weapon capable of grabbing and crushing American satellites.
US Envoy Says Iran Nuclear Deal Effort Is at ‘Critical Phase’
Efforts to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal are at a "critical phase" and Tehran's reasons for avoiding talks are wearing thin, a U.S. official said Monday while raising the possibility of further diplomacy even if the deal cannot be resuscitated.
Coup Underway In Sudan; Prime Minister Detained
Sudan’s army took the prime minister to an undisclosed location in a coup early Monday, overshadowing attempts to introduce regular civil leadership after three decades.
La Palma volcano declared more active than ever as it spews ‘giant lava fountain’ on Canary Island
A volcano which has been erupting on La Palma for five weeks is now more active than ever, officials have said, after a partial collapse of the crater brought a powerful new river of lava to previously unaffected areas.
Netherlands, World, Mourns Conductor Bernard Haitink
The Netherlands mourns Dutch conductor Bernard Haitink who overcame personal hardship in the Nazi era to lead the world’s top orchestras.
Rival Rallies Mark Hungary’s 1956 Revolution Anniversary (Worthy News In-Depth)
Hungary's opposition candidate for prime minister has pledged to "fight for freedom and a new constitution but against corruption" amid European Union worries about the future of his nation.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Syria, war monitor says
Israeli aircrafts on Monday conducted strikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Syria, a British-based war monitor said.
IAF to start training for strike on Iran nuke program in coming months
The Israeli Air Force will begin practicing for a strike on Iran’s nuclear program beginning next year, having set aside funding and updated its training schedule for the mission, The Times of Israel has learned.
‘Clearly an Extended Arm of a Terror Organization’: Israel Designates 6 Palestinian NGOs as Terrorist Groups
Israel is drawing criticism from within and without for its decision to designate six Palestinian rights organizations as “terrorist organizations.” The US, along with Israel and its allies, consider the group to be a terrorist organization.
Inside the United States
‘Tell Biden we are coming’: thousands of migrants traverse Mexico, head for U.S. border
A migrant caravan comprised of thousands of migrants is said to be on its way to the U.S.-Mexico border.
Rock Slides, Mud Flows, Flash Floods: Drought-Stricken California Pounded by Massive Storm
A massive storm barreled toward Southern California on Monday after flooding highways, toppling trees and causing rock slides and mud flows in areas burned bare by wildfires across the northern half of the state.
Christian News
Morocco: New liberal government heralds greater freedom for Christians
Christians in Morocco are expected to enjoy greater religious freedom since the September 8 election of a new liberal government, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. The recent election resulted in victory for the National Rally of Independents party, bringing the 10-year reign of the Islamist Justice and Development Party to an end.
Hindu radicals violently attack Christian congregation, women seriously injured
Hindu extremists last week violently attacked a home prayer meeting attended by 50 Christians in India’s Chhattisgarh state, severely injuring a number of women and making one of them eat cow dung, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) reports. Persecution against Christians in India has intensified dramatically since the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party came to power in 2014.
US poll: Majority of born-again Christians believe all religious faiths have equal value
A new poll has shown that 61% of Americans who self-identify as born-again Christians believe that all religious faiths have equal value when it comes to going to heaven, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Canada: Pastor spends second night in jail to stand for religious freedom
A pastor in Manitoba, Canada spent an additional night in prison last week after rejecting bail conditions that would have prevented him from preaching at his church, Fox News reports. Pastor Tobias Tissen who leads Manitoba’s Church of God Restoration was imprisoned for two days after violating a COVID-19 order which banned outdoor gatherings of more than five people.
Britain’s Ex-Archbishop Denies Christian Faith Is ‘Visa To Escape’ Hardship
Britain’s ex-Archbishop of Canterbury has condemned British media for suggesting that the Christian faith is “a visa advantage” for believers in the Middle East fleeing persecution and violence.
Christians Fear Taliban Killings In Pakistan
Christians in Pakistan’s border area near Afghanistan fear more attacks from the Islamist Pakistan Taliban group, aid workers told Worthy News.
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Sen. Rand Paul: Fauci Should Be Fired After NIH Letter Admitting It Funded Gain-of-Function Research
China launches suspected anti-satellite weapon into space
China has launched a new satellite that analysts say can be used as a weapon capable of grabbing and crushing American satellites.
US Envoy Says Iran Nuclear Deal Effort Is at ‘Critical Phase’
Efforts to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal are at a "critical phase" and Tehran's reasons for avoiding talks are wearing thin, a U.S. official said Monday while raising the possibility of further diplomacy even if the deal cannot be resuscitated.
Coup Underway In Sudan; Prime Minister Detained
Sudan’s army took the prime minister to an undisclosed location in a coup early Monday, overshadowing attempts to introduce regular civil leadership after three decades.
La Palma volcano declared more active than ever as it spews ‘giant lava fountain’ on Canary Island
A volcano which has been erupting on La Palma for five weeks is now more active than ever, officials have said, after a partial collapse of the crater brought a powerful new river of lava to previously unaffected areas.
Netherlands, World, Mourns Conductor Bernard Haitink
The Netherlands mourns Dutch conductor Bernard Haitink who overcame personal hardship in the Nazi era to lead the world’s top orchestras.
Rival Rallies Mark Hungary’s 1956 Revolution Anniversary (Worthy News In-Depth)
Hungary's opposition candidate for prime minister has pledged to "fight for freedom and a new constitution but against corruption" amid European Union worries about the future of his nation.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Syria, war monitor says
Israeli aircrafts on Monday conducted strikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Syria, a British-based war monitor said.
IAF to start training for strike on Iran nuke program in coming months
The Israeli Air Force will begin practicing for a strike on Iran’s nuclear program beginning next year, having set aside funding and updated its training schedule for the mission, The Times of Israel has learned.
‘Clearly an Extended Arm of a Terror Organization’: Israel Designates 6 Palestinian NGOs as Terrorist Groups
Israel is drawing criticism from within and without for its decision to designate six Palestinian rights organizations as “terrorist organizations.” The US, along with Israel and its allies, consider the group to be a terrorist organization.
Inside the United States
‘Tell Biden we are coming’: thousands of migrants traverse Mexico, head for U.S. border
A migrant caravan comprised of thousands of migrants is said to be on its way to the U.S.-Mexico border.
Rock Slides, Mud Flows, Flash Floods: Drought-Stricken California Pounded by Massive Storm
A massive storm barreled toward Southern California on Monday after flooding highways, toppling trees and causing rock slides and mud flows in areas burned bare by wildfires across the northern half of the state.
Christian News
Morocco: New liberal government heralds greater freedom for Christians
Christians in Morocco are expected to enjoy greater religious freedom since the September 8 election of a new liberal government, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. The recent election resulted in victory for the National Rally of Independents party, bringing the 10-year reign of the Islamist Justice and Development Party to an end.
Hindu radicals violently attack Christian congregation, women seriously injured
Hindu extremists last week violently attacked a home prayer meeting attended by 50 Christians in India’s Chhattisgarh state, severely injuring a number of women and making one of them eat cow dung, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) reports. Persecution against Christians in India has intensified dramatically since the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party came to power in 2014.
US poll: Majority of born-again Christians believe all religious faiths have equal value
A new poll has shown that 61% of Americans who self-identify as born-again Christians believe that all religious faiths have equal value when it comes to going to heaven, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Canada: Pastor spends second night in jail to stand for religious freedom
A pastor in Manitoba, Canada spent an additional night in prison last week after rejecting bail conditions that would have prevented him from preaching at his church, Fox News reports. Pastor Tobias Tissen who leads Manitoba’s Church of God Restoration was imprisoned for two days after violating a COVID-19 order which banned outdoor gatherings of more than five people.
Britain’s Ex-Archbishop Denies Christian Faith Is ‘Visa To Escape’ Hardship
Britain’s ex-Archbishop of Canterbury has condemned British media for suggesting that the Christian faith is “a visa advantage” for believers in the Middle East fleeing persecution and violence.
Christians Fear Taliban Killings In Pakistan
Christians in Pakistan’s border area near Afghanistan fear more attacks from the Islamist Pakistan Taliban group, aid workers told Worthy News.
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Sen. Rand Paul: Fauci Should Be Fired After NIH Letter Admitting It Funded Gain-of-Function Research
Around the World
U.S. airstrike in Syria kills ‘senior al-Qaeda leader,’ CENTCOM says
The United States military on Friday revealed that it had killed a "senior al-Qaeda leader" in Syria using a targeted drone strike.
IAEA chief: Our monitoring of Iran’s nuclear program is ‘no longer intact’
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said that Iranian non-cooperation means that the organization’s ongoing oversight of the country’s nuclear program is “no longer intact” in an interview with NBC News aired Saturday.
Lava flows, toxic gases, volcanic ash and acid rain: La Palma volcano eruption continues to pose threats
Lava and volcanic ash is wreaking havoc on the Spanish island of La Palma as the Cumbre Vieja volcano continues to pose a threat.
Hungary Condemns EU Climate Plans
Hungary’s nationalist conservative prime minister has accused the European Union’s executive of seeking to “destroy Europe’s middle classes” with a climate package.
France Citizens To Receive ‘Inflation Allowance’ Amid Price Hikes
As Europe faces widespread discontent over world energy prices hikes, France’s government rushed Friday to promise a one-off payment of 100 euro ($116) to each of its 38 million citizens.
Russian, Chinese warships hold first joint patrols in the Pacific
Russian and Chinese warships held their first joint patrols in the Western part of the Pacific ocean on October 17-23, Russia's defense ministry said in a statement on Saturday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Bennett, Putin discuss bi-lateral trade, Syria and Iran in 1st official meeting
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday at the seaside Russian resort of Sochi in a first official meeting between the two leaders.
Israel could start jabbing kids by late November if FDA approves
Israel could start vaccinating children ages 5 to 11 by late November or early December pending approval by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Health Ministry Director-General Prof. Nachman Ash told Kan pubcaster on Sunday.
Tehran threatens billions in damage if Israel attacks Iran
If Israel launches an attack on Iran, Tehran's response will cost the country billions to rebuild, one of Iran's top officials warned Sunday.
Inside the United States
Federal deficit totaled $2.77 trillion in fiscal year 2021, second highest after 2020
The federal budget deficit for fiscal year 2021 topped $2.77 trillion, the Biden administration announced on Friday.
West Coast braces for simultaneous ‘bomb cyclone’ and ‘atmospheric river’
A "bomb cyclone" with hurricane-like strength and a chart-topping "atmospheric river" will coincide Saturday night into Sunday to unleash flooding rains, wet snow, strong winds and coastal surf across the western US.
Supreme Court won’t block Texas fetal heartbeat law, will hear DOJ’s case
The Supreme Court refused to halt Texas’ law banning abortions last week after a fetal heartbeat is detected, but it did agree to quickly take up the case, scheduling it to be heard Nov. 1.
Arkansas Lawmaker to Introduce Pro-Life Heartbeat Bill, Like the Texas Law
Arkansas State Sen. Jason Rapert (R-Conway) is preparing to introduce a pro-life heartbeat bill, like the new Texas law, when the Arkansas General Assembly meets in a special session on Monday, Oct. 25.
Christian News
Myanmar Military Frees Pastors Jailed For Prayer Rally
Three Kachin Baptist pastors detained for organizing prayers for peace are among more than 5,000 inmates freed in Myanmar, also known as Burma, church sources say.
Christian Sanitation Workers Die In Pakistan Prompting Protests
Two Christian sanitation workers have died in Pakistan’s Punjab province while saving a Christian colleague tasked with clearing a poisonous sewer, rights activists said Thursday.
Worthy Watch
NIH quietly rewrites ‘gain-of-function’ definition amid greater scrutiny of controversial research
ABC, CBS, NBC Refuse to Air for Adults Ad That Shows Sexually Explicit Material Available to Minors in VA Schools
Comic Book Artist Quits After DC Announces Superman Will Be LGBT
U.S. airstrike in Syria kills ‘senior al-Qaeda leader,’ CENTCOM says
The United States military on Friday revealed that it had killed a "senior al-Qaeda leader" in Syria using a targeted drone strike.
IAEA chief: Our monitoring of Iran’s nuclear program is ‘no longer intact’
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said that Iranian non-cooperation means that the organization’s ongoing oversight of the country’s nuclear program is “no longer intact” in an interview with NBC News aired Saturday.
Lava flows, toxic gases, volcanic ash and acid rain: La Palma volcano eruption continues to pose threats
Lava and volcanic ash is wreaking havoc on the Spanish island of La Palma as the Cumbre Vieja volcano continues to pose a threat.
Hungary Condemns EU Climate Plans
Hungary’s nationalist conservative prime minister has accused the European Union’s executive of seeking to “destroy Europe’s middle classes” with a climate package.
France Citizens To Receive ‘Inflation Allowance’ Amid Price Hikes
As Europe faces widespread discontent over world energy prices hikes, France’s government rushed Friday to promise a one-off payment of 100 euro ($116) to each of its 38 million citizens.
Russian, Chinese warships hold first joint patrols in the Pacific
Russian and Chinese warships held their first joint patrols in the Western part of the Pacific ocean on October 17-23, Russia's defense ministry said in a statement on Saturday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Bennett, Putin discuss bi-lateral trade, Syria and Iran in 1st official meeting
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday at the seaside Russian resort of Sochi in a first official meeting between the two leaders.
Israel could start jabbing kids by late November if FDA approves
Israel could start vaccinating children ages 5 to 11 by late November or early December pending approval by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Health Ministry Director-General Prof. Nachman Ash told Kan pubcaster on Sunday.
Tehran threatens billions in damage if Israel attacks Iran
If Israel launches an attack on Iran, Tehran's response will cost the country billions to rebuild, one of Iran's top officials warned Sunday.
Inside the United States
Federal deficit totaled $2.77 trillion in fiscal year 2021, second highest after 2020
The federal budget deficit for fiscal year 2021 topped $2.77 trillion, the Biden administration announced on Friday.
West Coast braces for simultaneous ‘bomb cyclone’ and ‘atmospheric river’
A "bomb cyclone" with hurricane-like strength and a chart-topping "atmospheric river" will coincide Saturday night into Sunday to unleash flooding rains, wet snow, strong winds and coastal surf across the western US.
Supreme Court won’t block Texas fetal heartbeat law, will hear DOJ’s case
The Supreme Court refused to halt Texas’ law banning abortions last week after a fetal heartbeat is detected, but it did agree to quickly take up the case, scheduling it to be heard Nov. 1.
Arkansas Lawmaker to Introduce Pro-Life Heartbeat Bill, Like the Texas Law
Arkansas State Sen. Jason Rapert (R-Conway) is preparing to introduce a pro-life heartbeat bill, like the new Texas law, when the Arkansas General Assembly meets in a special session on Monday, Oct. 25.
Christian News
Myanmar Military Frees Pastors Jailed For Prayer Rally
Three Kachin Baptist pastors detained for organizing prayers for peace are among more than 5,000 inmates freed in Myanmar, also known as Burma, church sources say.
Christian Sanitation Workers Die In Pakistan Prompting Protests
Two Christian sanitation workers have died in Pakistan’s Punjab province while saving a Christian colleague tasked with clearing a poisonous sewer, rights activists said Thursday.
Worthy Watch
NIH quietly rewrites ‘gain-of-function’ definition amid greater scrutiny of controversial research
ABC, CBS, NBC Refuse to Air for Adults Ad That Shows Sexually Explicit Material Available to Minors in VA Schools
Comic Book Artist Quits After DC Announces Superman Will Be LGBT
Around the World
Britain’s Exhausted Queen Hospitalized
Britain’s 95-year-old Queen Elizabeth II was hospitalized overnight after canceling a trip to Northern Ireland, Buckingham Palace confirmed Thursday.
Afghanistan: Taliban behead volleyball player on girls’ national team
The Taliban beheaded a female national volleyball player in Afghanistan earlier this month, and posted pictures of her severed head on social media, the New York Post (NYP) reports. Mahjabin Hakimi, who played with the Kabul Municipality Volleyball Club, was murdered in Kabul as the Taliban forces conducted a search for female sports players.
Iran kicks off 2nd air defense drill with bombers, drones, laser-guided missiles
Iran on Thursday kicked off an air force drill across the country, a week after holding another massive exercise in air defense, state TV reported.
Lebanese Christian leader summoned for questioning over Beirut gunbattle
The head of the Lebanese Forces Christian group, Samir Geagea, has been summoned for questioning over deadly violence that erupted at a Shiite rally last week, a judicial official said Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF said to resume practicing potential strike on Iranian nuclear sites
The Israeli Air Force has resumed training for a possible strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, Israeli television reported Thursday.
Israel set to okay 3,000 new settlement homes, 1,300 Palestinian homes
Israel will next week advance the construction of more than 3,000 settlement homes and some 1,300 Palestinian homes in the West Bank’s Area C, according to a weekly schedule published by the Civil Administration’s planning committee.
Inside the United States
Trump announces social media company, mobile app, merger deal
Former President Donald Trump will helm a social media start-up apparently aimed at supplanting Facebook and Twitter, the new Trump Media & Technology Group announced Wednesday evening.
NIH admits US funded gain-of-function in Wuhan — despite Fauci’s denials
The National Institutes of Health has stunningly admitted to funding gain-of-function research on bat coronaviruses at China’s Wuhan lab — despite Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly insisting to Congress that no such thing happened.
White House floats new tax plan to get enough Senate Democrats behind trillion dollar spending bill
The White House is considering new tax-increase plans to get enough Democrat senators to pass President Biden's stalled multi-trillion dollar, social services and climate change package.
House holds Steve Bannon in criminal contempt, refers matter to Justice Department
The House of Representatives voted Thursday to hold former Trump White House advisor Steve Bannon in criminal contempt of Congress following his refusal to cooperate with the House's investigation of the Jan. 6 Capitol breach.
FBI File Concludes There Was No Trump-Alfa Bank link
Special counsel John Durham has obtained the complete FBI investigative file on the bureau’s conclusion that there was no secret internet communication channel in 2016 between then-candidate Donald Trump and Alfa Bank, a large Russian lender controlled by Kremlin-tied billionaire oligarchs.
Army-Navy team launches rockets to test hypersonic weapons
Researchers on Wednesday launched a salvo of rockets from NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia as part of the Pentagon‘s push to develop advanced hypersonic technologies. The test flight of three sounding rockets — used to take measurements — came less than a week after reports that China may have tested its own nuclear-capable hypersonic missile.
Texas urges Supreme Court to leave abortion law in place
Texas on Thursday urged the Supreme Court to leave in place its law banning most abortions and told the justices there’s no reason to rush into the case.
Florida Gov. DeSantis calls special session to ban COVID-19 vaccine mandates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday called a special session of the Florida Legislature to pass legislation banning COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Study finds 30% spike in U.S. gun violence during COVID-19 pandemic
The amount of gun violence in the United States was 30% higher during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic compared to a period just before the virus took hold, according to a study published Thursday by Scientific Reports.
Christian News
India State Investigates Christian Activities
The Hindu-led government of southern India’s Karnataka state has reportedly launched an investigation into Christian activities linked to alleged “forced conversions” to Christianity.
India Detains Pastors For Violating Anti-Conversion Law
Seven pastors have been detained in India’s northern state of Uttar Pradesh after allegedly violating the territory’s anti-conversion legislation, well-informed Christians say.
Three pastors freed from prison in Myanmar
Three ethnic Kachin pastors in Myanmar were among 5,000 prisoners freed by the Burmese Army (Tatmadaw) on Monday, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. The Tatmadaw said in a statement they had released the prisoners “on humanitarian grounds,” but it is widely believed this was a strategic move by General Min Aung Hlaing to gain international acceptance as the legitimate leader of Myanmar.
Haiti gang leader threatens to kill kidnapped missionaries
Time is running out for the 17 Haiti missionaries who are being held hostage, according to the gang leader behind their abduction.
Antifa protesters disrupt Texas college campus pro-life prayer vigil: ‘F— your God!’
Antifa protesters disrupted a pro-life candlelight prayer vigil Monday night on the campus of the University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton.
Over 360 Church of England churches at risk of being closed by 2026, church preservation group warns
Over 350 Church of England churches are at risk of being closed or demolished within the next five years, the church preservation charity Friends of Friendless Churches has warned.
Worthy Watch
Mass events up, COVID cases down
91 Research Studies Affirm Naturally Acquired Immunity to Covid-19: Documented, Linked, and Quoted
Britain’s Exhausted Queen Hospitalized
Britain’s 95-year-old Queen Elizabeth II was hospitalized overnight after canceling a trip to Northern Ireland, Buckingham Palace confirmed Thursday.
Afghanistan: Taliban behead volleyball player on girls’ national team
The Taliban beheaded a female national volleyball player in Afghanistan earlier this month, and posted pictures of her severed head on social media, the New York Post (NYP) reports. Mahjabin Hakimi, who played with the Kabul Municipality Volleyball Club, was murdered in Kabul as the Taliban forces conducted a search for female sports players.
Iran kicks off 2nd air defense drill with bombers, drones, laser-guided missiles
Iran on Thursday kicked off an air force drill across the country, a week after holding another massive exercise in air defense, state TV reported.
Lebanese Christian leader summoned for questioning over Beirut gunbattle
The head of the Lebanese Forces Christian group, Samir Geagea, has been summoned for questioning over deadly violence that erupted at a Shiite rally last week, a judicial official said Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF said to resume practicing potential strike on Iranian nuclear sites
The Israeli Air Force has resumed training for a possible strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, Israeli television reported Thursday.
Israel set to okay 3,000 new settlement homes, 1,300 Palestinian homes
Israel will next week advance the construction of more than 3,000 settlement homes and some 1,300 Palestinian homes in the West Bank’s Area C, according to a weekly schedule published by the Civil Administration’s planning committee.
Inside the United States
Trump announces social media company, mobile app, merger deal
Former President Donald Trump will helm a social media start-up apparently aimed at supplanting Facebook and Twitter, the new Trump Media & Technology Group announced Wednesday evening.
NIH admits US funded gain-of-function in Wuhan — despite Fauci’s denials
The National Institutes of Health has stunningly admitted to funding gain-of-function research on bat coronaviruses at China’s Wuhan lab — despite Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly insisting to Congress that no such thing happened.
White House floats new tax plan to get enough Senate Democrats behind trillion dollar spending bill
The White House is considering new tax-increase plans to get enough Democrat senators to pass President Biden's stalled multi-trillion dollar, social services and climate change package.
House holds Steve Bannon in criminal contempt, refers matter to Justice Department
The House of Representatives voted Thursday to hold former Trump White House advisor Steve Bannon in criminal contempt of Congress following his refusal to cooperate with the House's investigation of the Jan. 6 Capitol breach.
FBI File Concludes There Was No Trump-Alfa Bank link
Special counsel John Durham has obtained the complete FBI investigative file on the bureau’s conclusion that there was no secret internet communication channel in 2016 between then-candidate Donald Trump and Alfa Bank, a large Russian lender controlled by Kremlin-tied billionaire oligarchs.
Army-Navy team launches rockets to test hypersonic weapons
Researchers on Wednesday launched a salvo of rockets from NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia as part of the Pentagon‘s push to develop advanced hypersonic technologies. The test flight of three sounding rockets — used to take measurements — came less than a week after reports that China may have tested its own nuclear-capable hypersonic missile.
Texas urges Supreme Court to leave abortion law in place
Texas on Thursday urged the Supreme Court to leave in place its law banning most abortions and told the justices there’s no reason to rush into the case.
Florida Gov. DeSantis calls special session to ban COVID-19 vaccine mandates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday called a special session of the Florida Legislature to pass legislation banning COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Study finds 30% spike in U.S. gun violence during COVID-19 pandemic
The amount of gun violence in the United States was 30% higher during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic compared to a period just before the virus took hold, according to a study published Thursday by Scientific Reports.
Christian News
India State Investigates Christian Activities
The Hindu-led government of southern India’s Karnataka state has reportedly launched an investigation into Christian activities linked to alleged “forced conversions” to Christianity.
India Detains Pastors For Violating Anti-Conversion Law
Seven pastors have been detained in India’s northern state of Uttar Pradesh after allegedly violating the territory’s anti-conversion legislation, well-informed Christians say.
Three pastors freed from prison in Myanmar
Three ethnic Kachin pastors in Myanmar were among 5,000 prisoners freed by the Burmese Army (Tatmadaw) on Monday, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. The Tatmadaw said in a statement they had released the prisoners “on humanitarian grounds,” but it is widely believed this was a strategic move by General Min Aung Hlaing to gain international acceptance as the legitimate leader of Myanmar.
Haiti gang leader threatens to kill kidnapped missionaries
Time is running out for the 17 Haiti missionaries who are being held hostage, according to the gang leader behind their abduction.
Antifa protesters disrupt Texas college campus pro-life prayer vigil: ‘F— your God!’
Antifa protesters disrupted a pro-life candlelight prayer vigil Monday night on the campus of the University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton.
Over 360 Church of England churches at risk of being closed by 2026, church preservation group warns
Over 350 Church of England churches are at risk of being closed or demolished within the next five years, the church preservation charity Friends of Friendless Churches has warned.
Worthy Watch
Mass events up, COVID cases down
91 Research Studies Affirm Naturally Acquired Immunity to Covid-19: Documented, Linked, and Quoted