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Around the World
Ukraine, Russia ‘Just a Breath Away From a Full Ceasefire’
A spokesperson for the State Department expressed optimism that the end of the war in Ukraine could be imminent, saying on Thursday that Ukraine and Russia are "just a breath away from a full ceasefire" after three years of conflict.
Turkey’s Erdogan Labels Israel as a “Terror State” That “Feeds on Blood”
Following the most intense Israeli airstrikes in Gaza since the ceasefire ended, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned Israel's military operations, labeling it “a terror state that feeds on blood.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Protests Across Israel As Netanyahu’s Cabinet Unanimously Fires Security Chief
Thousands of people protested outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office on Thursday night while his cabinet unanimously voted early Friday to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
US and Israel Set for High-Level Iran Talks in Washington Next Week
Senior US and Israeli officials are set to hold high level talks concerning Iran's nuclear program next week in Washingtons.
Inside the United States
Homan: Judges ‘Aren’t Going to Stop Us From Making This Country Safe Again’
Tom Homan, designated border czar by President Donald Trump, said decisions judges trying to stop the immigration enforcement efforts of the administration "aren't going to stop us from making this country safe again."
Trump Dismantles Education Department, Will ‘Fully Preserve’ Programs
In a move that will undoubtedly incite legal challenges, President Donald Trump dismantled the U.S. Department of Education via executive order Thursday, sending education policy back to the state level.
More Than 10,000 US Troops Deployed to Secure Southwest Border
Within less than three months of President Donald Trump being in office, more than 10,000 U.S. military troops have been deployed to support southern border security efforts.
Christian News
Christian Inmates In Pakistan Upset Over Jail Church Closure
There was concern Wednesday about a jail near Pakistan’s capital, where Christian inmates have been “banned from attending church activities” except for a limited two-hour window on Sundays, well-informed sources told Worthy News.
Worthy Insights
Supreme Court to Hear Case of Schools Trying to ‘Cut the Parents Out’ on LGBTQ Issues
A significant case involving parental rights and LGBTQ+ education is set to be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court as early as this spring and could have wide-reaching implications for religious beliefs and public education across the country.
Fetterman to JNS: I fully support partnering with Israel to bomb Iran’s nuclear facilities
Over the last several years and particularly since Oct. 7, 2023, Israel has felt isolated diplomatically. Perhaps most painful for the Jewish state has been waning support among American Democrats, once stalwart defenders of Israel.
New Study Challenges Church Decline Narrative, Suggests Possible Growth in 2025
A new study is pushing back against the common belief that the church in the U.S. is in decline, suggesting it may actually be growing again while making clear it remains relevant even among non-Christians. The Barna State of the Church report, created in partnership with Gloo, reveals that weekly church attendance had largely plateaued in the U.S. since 2017 and stood at 28 percent of U.S. adults in 2024 — yet preliminary data from early 2025 “suggests a potential uptick in weekly church attendance” to approximately 32 percent.
Ukraine, Russia ‘Just a Breath Away From a Full Ceasefire’
A spokesperson for the State Department expressed optimism that the end of the war in Ukraine could be imminent, saying on Thursday that Ukraine and Russia are "just a breath away from a full ceasefire" after three years of conflict.
Turkey’s Erdogan Labels Israel as a “Terror State” That “Feeds on Blood”
Following the most intense Israeli airstrikes in Gaza since the ceasefire ended, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned Israel's military operations, labeling it “a terror state that feeds on blood.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Protests Across Israel As Netanyahu’s Cabinet Unanimously Fires Security Chief
Thousands of people protested outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office on Thursday night while his cabinet unanimously voted early Friday to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
US and Israel Set for High-Level Iran Talks in Washington Next Week
Senior US and Israeli officials are set to hold high level talks concerning Iran's nuclear program next week in Washingtons.
Inside the United States
Homan: Judges ‘Aren’t Going to Stop Us From Making This Country Safe Again’
Tom Homan, designated border czar by President Donald Trump, said decisions judges trying to stop the immigration enforcement efforts of the administration "aren't going to stop us from making this country safe again."
Trump Dismantles Education Department, Will ‘Fully Preserve’ Programs
In a move that will undoubtedly incite legal challenges, President Donald Trump dismantled the U.S. Department of Education via executive order Thursday, sending education policy back to the state level.
More Than 10,000 US Troops Deployed to Secure Southwest Border
Within less than three months of President Donald Trump being in office, more than 10,000 U.S. military troops have been deployed to support southern border security efforts.
Christian News
Christian Inmates In Pakistan Upset Over Jail Church Closure
There was concern Wednesday about a jail near Pakistan’s capital, where Christian inmates have been “banned from attending church activities” except for a limited two-hour window on Sundays, well-informed sources told Worthy News.
Worthy Insights
Supreme Court to Hear Case of Schools Trying to ‘Cut the Parents Out’ on LGBTQ Issues
A significant case involving parental rights and LGBTQ+ education is set to be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court as early as this spring and could have wide-reaching implications for religious beliefs and public education across the country.
Fetterman to JNS: I fully support partnering with Israel to bomb Iran’s nuclear facilities
Over the last several years and particularly since Oct. 7, 2023, Israel has felt isolated diplomatically. Perhaps most painful for the Jewish state has been waning support among American Democrats, once stalwart defenders of Israel.
New Study Challenges Church Decline Narrative, Suggests Possible Growth in 2025
A new study is pushing back against the common belief that the church in the U.S. is in decline, suggesting it may actually be growing again while making clear it remains relevant even among non-Christians. The Barna State of the Church report, created in partnership with Gloo, reveals that weekly church attendance had largely plateaued in the U.S. since 2017 and stood at 28 percent of U.S. adults in 2024 — yet preliminary data from early 2025 “suggests a potential uptick in weekly church attendance” to approximately 32 percent.
Around the World
Trump Issues Warning as US Attacks Houthi Strongholds in Yemen
US Central Command confirmed ongoing operations against Iran-backed Houthi terrorists, targeting multiple Houthi strongholds locations in Yemen, as Trump warns that the terrorist organization will be "completely annihilated."
Hungarians Protest Against Banning Pride
Protesters clashed with police in Hungary’s capital, Budapest, and several were detained late Tuesday after Hungary’s rightwing government coalition introduced a law that will ban a yearly Pride march in support of the LGBTQ+ community.
Russia Pledges Not To Support Iran’s Attempt To Destroy Israel
Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees with the United States that Iran should not get weapons that could destroy Israel, despite Moscow’s military cooperation with Tehran, the White House suggested Tuesday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches ‘Focused Ground Invasion’ in Central and Southern Gaza
Israel announced Wednesday it has sent troops back into Gaza with a "focused ground operation," in central and southern Gaza over the past 24 hours, aiming to broaden security zones and create a partial buffer between northern and southern Gaza.
Thousands Protest In Tel Aviv Against Netanyahu
Thousands of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, opposing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership, the renewed war in Gaza, and his plans to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
Hamas Says Political Leader Essam al-Dalis Killed In Israel Strikes; Hundreds Dead
Hamas says that Israeli strikes have killed the head of its government in Gaza, where Hamas-controlled authorities claimed Israel’s actions killed more than 400 people.
Inside the United States
White House Doubles Down on Trump’s Call to Impeach Judge
Despite pushback from the nation's top Supreme Court justice, the White House continues to stand by President Donald Trump’s demand that federal judge James Boasberg, who attempted to block recent deportation flights, be impeached.
Pentagon eyes deeper cuts after 21,000 opt to resign
The Pentagon is working toward deeper cuts to its civilian workforce after about 21,000 civilian employees volunteered for a federal Deferred Resignation Program.
Astronauts Back On Earth After 9 Months Stuck In Space
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore spent their first full day on Earth Wednesday after spending nine months stranded in space, a delay President Donald J. Trump blamed on the previous Biden administration.
Christian News
U.S. Committee Demands Sanctions Against Nigeria for Christian Persecution
The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa has urged that Nigeria be reinstated as a country of particular concern and face sanctions due to widespread Christian persecution, following a March 12 hearing. This recommendation comes after the Biden Administration had previously removed Nigeria from the list.
Worthy Insights
What the JFK assassination files have revealed so far – including apparent KGB probe into Lee Harvey Oswald
The long-awaited release of tens of thousands of files on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy Tuesday night sparked a desperate search for new clues in the shocking 62-year-old crime — but much of the trove turned out to confirm information long known.
Trump says administration will ‘take a look’ at church vandalism in Wichita
President Donald Trump said his administration will "take a look" at a recent Catholic Church attack as part of its commitment to "eradicating anti-Christian bias" nationwide.
Study Finds US Coal Ash Contains $8.4B in Rare Earth Elements
A study by a team at the University of Texas at Austin found coal ash contains significant amounts of rare earth elements, critical materials used in technology and energy infrastructure. The U.S. currently imports over 80% of its rare earth supply, with 75% coming from China.
Newly released JFK assassination files reveal KGB’s assessment of Oswald
Fulfilling a campaign promise, President Donald Trump has released thousands of previously classified government files on the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
Trump Issues Warning as US Attacks Houthi Strongholds in Yemen
US Central Command confirmed ongoing operations against Iran-backed Houthi terrorists, targeting multiple Houthi strongholds locations in Yemen, as Trump warns that the terrorist organization will be "completely annihilated."
Hungarians Protest Against Banning Pride
Protesters clashed with police in Hungary’s capital, Budapest, and several were detained late Tuesday after Hungary’s rightwing government coalition introduced a law that will ban a yearly Pride march in support of the LGBTQ+ community.
Russia Pledges Not To Support Iran’s Attempt To Destroy Israel
Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees with the United States that Iran should not get weapons that could destroy Israel, despite Moscow’s military cooperation with Tehran, the White House suggested Tuesday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches ‘Focused Ground Invasion’ in Central and Southern Gaza
Israel announced Wednesday it has sent troops back into Gaza with a "focused ground operation," in central and southern Gaza over the past 24 hours, aiming to broaden security zones and create a partial buffer between northern and southern Gaza.
Thousands Protest In Tel Aviv Against Netanyahu
Thousands of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, opposing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership, the renewed war in Gaza, and his plans to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
Hamas Says Political Leader Essam al-Dalis Killed In Israel Strikes; Hundreds Dead
Hamas says that Israeli strikes have killed the head of its government in Gaza, where Hamas-controlled authorities claimed Israel’s actions killed more than 400 people.
Inside the United States
White House Doubles Down on Trump’s Call to Impeach Judge
Despite pushback from the nation's top Supreme Court justice, the White House continues to stand by President Donald Trump’s demand that federal judge James Boasberg, who attempted to block recent deportation flights, be impeached.
Pentagon eyes deeper cuts after 21,000 opt to resign
The Pentagon is working toward deeper cuts to its civilian workforce after about 21,000 civilian employees volunteered for a federal Deferred Resignation Program.
Astronauts Back On Earth After 9 Months Stuck In Space
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore spent their first full day on Earth Wednesday after spending nine months stranded in space, a delay President Donald J. Trump blamed on the previous Biden administration.
Christian News
U.S. Committee Demands Sanctions Against Nigeria for Christian Persecution
The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa has urged that Nigeria be reinstated as a country of particular concern and face sanctions due to widespread Christian persecution, following a March 12 hearing. This recommendation comes after the Biden Administration had previously removed Nigeria from the list.
Worthy Insights
What the JFK assassination files have revealed so far – including apparent KGB probe into Lee Harvey Oswald
The long-awaited release of tens of thousands of files on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy Tuesday night sparked a desperate search for new clues in the shocking 62-year-old crime — but much of the trove turned out to confirm information long known.
Trump says administration will ‘take a look’ at church vandalism in Wichita
President Donald Trump said his administration will "take a look" at a recent Catholic Church attack as part of its commitment to "eradicating anti-Christian bias" nationwide.
Study Finds US Coal Ash Contains $8.4B in Rare Earth Elements
A study by a team at the University of Texas at Austin found coal ash contains significant amounts of rare earth elements, critical materials used in technology and energy infrastructure. The U.S. currently imports over 80% of its rare earth supply, with 75% coming from China.
Newly released JFK assassination files reveal KGB’s assessment of Oswald
Fulfilling a campaign promise, President Donald Trump has released thousands of previously classified government files on the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
Around the World
Russia’s Putin Agrees On Partial, Temporary Ceasefire In Ukraine
Moscow and Washington confirmed late Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to a limited ceasefire against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure as part of efforts to end Europe’s deadliest conflict since World War II.
Trump Says Iran Will ‘Be Held Responsible’ For Future Houthis Attacks
resident Donald Trump on Monday warned Iran that it will "be held responsible" for future attacks from the militant terrorist group, the Houthis.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel’s Surprise Bombardment Opens the ‘Gates to Hell’ With 80 Strikes in 10 Minutes
Israel launched a surprise operation in Gaza, on Tuesday night targeting 80 locations simultaneously lasting less than ten minutes fulfilling Israeli leaders' warnings that they would unleash the "gates of hell" unless all hostages were released.
‘Hundreds Killed In Israel Strikes On Gaza’
The Hamas-controlled health ministry in Gaza said Tuesday that Israeli strikes across the territory have killed at least 200 people and that the death toll continues to rise.
Inside the United States
Federal Judge Says Trump and Musk’s Cuts to USAID ‘Likely Unconstitutional’
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency likely violated the Constitution with its massive cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development.
Trump Revokes Secret Service Protection Of Biden’s Children Amid South Africa Row
U.S. President Donald J. Trump says he has revoked the Secret Service's protection of former President Joe Biden's children and condemned his predecessor for vacationing in South Africa amid a row over segments the country's White population.
Christian News
Hindu Nationalists Launch Coordinated Attacks on Three Churches
Hindu nationalist mobs attacked three churches in Southern India Sunday night, leaving the local Christian communities distraught, a leading Christian advocate group reported.
Worthy Insights
Breakthrough: Surgeons Restore Sight to Certain Blind Patients Using Their Own Stem Cells
American surgeons have successfully restored eyesight to a handful of people who suffered blinding eye injuries through the use of a new form of stem cell therapy.
Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act could end up costing taxpayers nearly $5 trillion, study says
When former President Joe Biden’s signature Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) passed in 2022, it did so along party lines with not a single Republican voting for it. At the time, a Senate one-pager summarized the law as costing taxpayers $369 billion, based on Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates.
AP Retracts Article That Claimed Trump ‘Very Good Friends’ With Putin
The Associated Press retracted an article on Monday after it falsely claimed that Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard called President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin “very good friends.”
Russia’s Putin Agrees On Partial, Temporary Ceasefire In Ukraine
Moscow and Washington confirmed late Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to a limited ceasefire against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure as part of efforts to end Europe’s deadliest conflict since World War II.
Trump Says Iran Will ‘Be Held Responsible’ For Future Houthis Attacks
resident Donald Trump on Monday warned Iran that it will "be held responsible" for future attacks from the militant terrorist group, the Houthis.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel’s Surprise Bombardment Opens the ‘Gates to Hell’ With 80 Strikes in 10 Minutes
Israel launched a surprise operation in Gaza, on Tuesday night targeting 80 locations simultaneously lasting less than ten minutes fulfilling Israeli leaders' warnings that they would unleash the "gates of hell" unless all hostages were released.
‘Hundreds Killed In Israel Strikes On Gaza’
The Hamas-controlled health ministry in Gaza said Tuesday that Israeli strikes across the territory have killed at least 200 people and that the death toll continues to rise.
Inside the United States
Federal Judge Says Trump and Musk’s Cuts to USAID ‘Likely Unconstitutional’
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency likely violated the Constitution with its massive cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development.
Trump Revokes Secret Service Protection Of Biden’s Children Amid South Africa Row
U.S. President Donald J. Trump says he has revoked the Secret Service's protection of former President Joe Biden's children and condemned his predecessor for vacationing in South Africa amid a row over segments the country's White population.
Christian News
Hindu Nationalists Launch Coordinated Attacks on Three Churches
Hindu nationalist mobs attacked three churches in Southern India Sunday night, leaving the local Christian communities distraught, a leading Christian advocate group reported.
Worthy Insights
Breakthrough: Surgeons Restore Sight to Certain Blind Patients Using Their Own Stem Cells
American surgeons have successfully restored eyesight to a handful of people who suffered blinding eye injuries through the use of a new form of stem cell therapy.
Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act could end up costing taxpayers nearly $5 trillion, study says
When former President Joe Biden’s signature Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) passed in 2022, it did so along party lines with not a single Republican voting for it. At the time, a Senate one-pager summarized the law as costing taxpayers $369 billion, based on Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates.
AP Retracts Article That Claimed Trump ‘Very Good Friends’ With Putin
The Associated Press retracted an article on Monday after it falsely claimed that Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard called President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin “very good friends.”