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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.”
Around the World
U.S. President Trump To Speak Tuesday With Russia’s Putin On Peace In Ukraine
U.S. President Donald J. Trump says he plans to speak to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday and discuss ending the war in Ukraine, which is believed to have killed and injured some 1 million people.
Russia China Defend Iran’s Nuclear Program And Demand End of Sanctions
The United States faces a setback in attempts to build new relations with Russia after Moscow and Beijing called for an end to the “unlawful sanctions” imposed on Iran.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches Airstrikes in Gaza As Cease-Fire Ends
The Israeli Air Force launched a series of airstrikes on the Gaza Strip, targeting Hamas' infrastructure and several of its mid-level commanders and politburo members as the cease-fire ended late on Monday.
Netanyahu’s Ouster of Key Security Chief Sparks Major Political Crisis
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to dismiss Shin Bet director Ronen Bar this week, citing "growing distrust" over time. This marks a major upheaval in Israel’s security leadership during a critical time for the nation.
Inside the United States
Trump Declares Biden Pardons ‘Void;’ Cites Digital Signature
In an early morning announcement, President Donald Trump declared Monday that former President Joe Biden’s rash of preemptive pardons issued during his last days in office are “void, vacant, and of no further force or effect.”
Arizona Supreme Court Uses AI-Generated Reporters
Artificial intelligence has arrived at the Arizona Supreme Court.
Christian News
India Christians Rally Against Anti-Conversion Law At Huge Protest
Authorities in northeast India are under pressure after at least tens of thousands of Christians protested against the expected implementation of an “anti-conversion” law that they say unfairly targets the Christian minority.
Worthy Insights
SpaceX Dragon ship arrives at International Space Station to bring back NASA astronauts
SpaceX's Crew-10 astronaut mission on the Dragon capsule arrived at the International Space Station on Sunday.
Barna: America needs ‘spiritual renewal’ as fewer than half of Americans believe God exists
A new survey has found that more than half of Americans do not believe God exists or that He “affects lives,” prompting one prominent researcher to highlight the need for “sweeping national repentance and spiritual renewal.”
Over 4,000 commit to follow Jesus at ‘Encountering God’ gathering in Ethiopia as Franklin Graham proclaims the ‘unchanging Gospel’
Sixty-five years after his father, the late Billy Graham, first preached in Addis Ababa, Franklin Graham returned to the Ethiopian capital for a two-day evangelistic outreach on March 8-9 dubbed "Encountering God," drawing hundreds of thousands and witnessing over 4,000 commitments to Jesus Christ.
Missouri AG Orders Planned Parenthood Clinics to ‘Cease-And-Desist’ Chemical Abortions
Missouri's Attorney General has issued a cease-and-desist order against Planned Parenthood facilities in the state to keep them from offering chemical abortions in the state.
Bible Sales Soar in the U.K. and U.S. Signaling a Global Spiritual Awakening
Bible sales have nearly doubled in the United Kingdom in the past five years according to new data that reflects similar trends in the United States and indicates a growing hunger for God’s Word throughout the world. Sales of the Bible increased 87 percent in the U.K. between 2019 and 2024, according to data compiled by the Christian publisher SPCK Group using information from Nielsen Book Data. The Times newspaper in London first reported on the trend.
U.S. President Trump To Speak Tuesday With Russia’s Putin On Peace In Ukraine
U.S. President Donald J. Trump says he plans to speak to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday and discuss ending the war in Ukraine, which is believed to have killed and injured some 1 million people.
Russia China Defend Iran’s Nuclear Program And Demand End of Sanctions
The United States faces a setback in attempts to build new relations with Russia after Moscow and Beijing called for an end to the “unlawful sanctions” imposed on Iran.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches Airstrikes in Gaza As Cease-Fire Ends
The Israeli Air Force launched a series of airstrikes on the Gaza Strip, targeting Hamas' infrastructure and several of its mid-level commanders and politburo members as the cease-fire ended late on Monday.
Netanyahu’s Ouster of Key Security Chief Sparks Major Political Crisis
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to dismiss Shin Bet director Ronen Bar this week, citing "growing distrust" over time. This marks a major upheaval in Israel’s security leadership during a critical time for the nation.
Inside the United States
Trump Declares Biden Pardons ‘Void;’ Cites Digital Signature
In an early morning announcement, President Donald Trump declared Monday that former President Joe Biden’s rash of preemptive pardons issued during his last days in office are “void, vacant, and of no further force or effect.”
Arizona Supreme Court Uses AI-Generated Reporters
Artificial intelligence has arrived at the Arizona Supreme Court.
Christian News
India Christians Rally Against Anti-Conversion Law At Huge Protest
Authorities in northeast India are under pressure after at least tens of thousands of Christians protested against the expected implementation of an “anti-conversion” law that they say unfairly targets the Christian minority.
Worthy Insights
SpaceX Dragon ship arrives at International Space Station to bring back NASA astronauts
SpaceX's Crew-10 astronaut mission on the Dragon capsule arrived at the International Space Station on Sunday.
Barna: America needs ‘spiritual renewal’ as fewer than half of Americans believe God exists
A new survey has found that more than half of Americans do not believe God exists or that He “affects lives,” prompting one prominent researcher to highlight the need for “sweeping national repentance and spiritual renewal.”
Over 4,000 commit to follow Jesus at ‘Encountering God’ gathering in Ethiopia as Franklin Graham proclaims the ‘unchanging Gospel’
Sixty-five years after his father, the late Billy Graham, first preached in Addis Ababa, Franklin Graham returned to the Ethiopian capital for a two-day evangelistic outreach on March 8-9 dubbed "Encountering God," drawing hundreds of thousands and witnessing over 4,000 commitments to Jesus Christ.
Missouri AG Orders Planned Parenthood Clinics to ‘Cease-And-Desist’ Chemical Abortions
Missouri's Attorney General has issued a cease-and-desist order against Planned Parenthood facilities in the state to keep them from offering chemical abortions in the state.
Bible Sales Soar in the U.K. and U.S. Signaling a Global Spiritual Awakening
Bible sales have nearly doubled in the United Kingdom in the past five years according to new data that reflects similar trends in the United States and indicates a growing hunger for God’s Word throughout the world. Sales of the Bible increased 87 percent in the U.K. between 2019 and 2024, according to data compiled by the Christian publisher SPCK Group using information from Nielsen Book Data. The Times newspaper in London first reported on the trend.
Around the World
Hundreds of Thousands Rally Against Serbia’s Hardline Leader
Serbia’s hardline President Aleksandar Vucic and his government faced pressure to resign Sunday after hundreds of thousands of people descended on Belgrade for one of the largest mass rallies against his rule.
Dozens Killed As US Strikes Houthis
The death toll of U.S. strikes against Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen has risen to at least 31, authorities confirmed Sunday.
Scores Killed In Blaze At North Macedonia Nightclub
At least 59 people were killed and more than 100 injured after a fire engulfed a nightclub in North Macedonia, authorities confirmed, adding that arrest warrants were issued for four people
Tens Of Thousands Rally Against Hungary’s Orbán
Braving rain, tens of thousands rallied in Budapest against Hungary’s longtime Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who faces growing public outrage over corruption allegations and his perceived authoritarian and pro-Russia policies.
Romania’s Right George Simon Becomes Presidential Candidate
Romania’s electoral bureau has cleared right party leader George Simion to run in the country’s tense presidential re-run election in May.
Peruvian Fisherman Found After 94 Days at Sea: ‘I Didn’t Want to Die’
It’s viewed as a miracle at sea. Máximo Napa, a 61-year-old Peruvian fisherman, was found alive after 94 long days adrift on open water. Authorities confirmed Napa’srescue following his discharge from the hospital over the weekend.
U.S. Strikes Houthis In Message To Iran
The U.S. military struck Houthi targets in Yemen late Saturday “in a message to Iran” at a time when the U.S. administration is proposing to open negotiations on Tehran’s nuclear program, U.S. and Israeli sources say.
Britain Supports U.S.-Backed Ceasefire for Ukraine
Britain has made clear it supports U.S. plans for a ceasefire in war-torn Ukraine, however Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday that the question of territory in his nation’s war with Russia is “complicated” and must be discussed at a later stage.
Philippines Ex-President Faces ICC Court As Mothers Mourn Loved Ones (Worthy News In-Depth)
Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has appeared by video link before judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague for alleged “crimes against humanity” during his “war on drugs.”
Putin Urges Ukrainian Troops in Russia to Surrender, Citing Trump’s Appeal (Worthy News Focus)
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called on Ukrainian troops suffering setbacks in Russia’s border region of Kursk to surrender and said he was open to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s request to “spare their lives.” Putin also announced he could agree on a ceasefire with Ukraine “with nuances” after a Kremlin official suggested he was “cautiously optimistic” about a deal, though Kyiv remaimed sceptical.
Poland Seeks Stationing U.S. Nuclear Weapons
Poland's president says he has discussed with Washington transferring U.S. nuclear weapons to its territory as a deterrent against Russian aggression.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel’s ‘Iron Beam’ to be operational by late 2025
Israel's Iron Beam laser defense system, set to be operational in roughly nine months, intercepts rockets, drones, and mortars within seconds at a range of up to 7 km using a high-energy fiber laser, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced Sunday.
Inside the United States
Court Attempts to Halt Trump Deportations, El Salvador President Says ‘Too Late’
A class action lawsuit was filed on Saturday against the Trump administration after President Donald Trump signed an executive order invoking the Enemy Aliens Act to target, arrest, and remove violent Venezuelan prison gang members, Tren de Aragua (TdA), from the U.S.
Dozens Killed As Violent Tornadoes Hit US
Some 100 million Americans have been impacted by violent tornadoes ripping through parts of the United States, wiping out schools and toppling semitractor-trailers in several states, part of a monster storm that has killed at least 35 people, authorities said.
Trump ‘Closing Down’ Voice of America
U.S. President Donald J. Trump effectively closed down the Voice of America (VOA) broadcaster Saturday, impacting hundreds of millions of people, many of whom listen in countries without a free press.
Government Shutdown Averted Mere Hours Before Deadline
Lawmakers have prevented a government shutdown by passing a six-month funding stopgap bill, with the U.S. Senate voting 54-46 hours before the midnight deadline.
Schumer Says He’ll Now Vote to Approve GOP Spending Bill, Avoid Shutdown
With just a day before the potential for a government shutdown, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., switched course Thursday night and said he would vote to approve House Republicans' Continuing Resolution to fund the federal government through the end of the fiscal year.
Christian News
Christian Group Reports Rising Persecution in India
In 2024, Christians in India experienced significant levels of violence and discrimination, with 640 reported cases, a surge in cases since 2014, according to the Evangelical Fellowship of India’s Religious Liberty Commission (EFIRLC).
Worthy Insights
Christian groups condemn Satanic ‘black mass’ at the Kansas Statehouse
A Kansas-based Satanic organization is hosting a "black mass" March 28 at the Kansas Statehouse, drawing condemnation from Christian organizations.
Washington admits Hamas talks backfired—now a secret deadline looms
Hamas has refused to budge on its latest offer to release only one live hostage, Israeli American citizen Edan Alexander, along with the remains of four other captives with dual citizenship, while the U.S. has issued an unspecified deadline, warning of consequences if the group does not agree to a broader deal.
3 new F-35s join Israeli Air Force, bolstering its air superiority
The Israeli Air Force received a significant addition to its air superiority with three new F-35 stealth fighter jets called by the Hebrew name Adir, which arrived at the Nevatim air base last week to join the 116th squadron.
Hundreds of Thousands Rally Against Serbia’s Hardline Leader
Serbia’s hardline President Aleksandar Vucic and his government faced pressure to resign Sunday after hundreds of thousands of people descended on Belgrade for one of the largest mass rallies against his rule.
Dozens Killed As US Strikes Houthis
The death toll of U.S. strikes against Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen has risen to at least 31, authorities confirmed Sunday.
Scores Killed In Blaze At North Macedonia Nightclub
At least 59 people were killed and more than 100 injured after a fire engulfed a nightclub in North Macedonia, authorities confirmed, adding that arrest warrants were issued for four people
Tens Of Thousands Rally Against Hungary’s Orbán
Braving rain, tens of thousands rallied in Budapest against Hungary’s longtime Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who faces growing public outrage over corruption allegations and his perceived authoritarian and pro-Russia policies.
Romania’s Right George Simon Becomes Presidential Candidate
Romania’s electoral bureau has cleared right party leader George Simion to run in the country’s tense presidential re-run election in May.
Peruvian Fisherman Found After 94 Days at Sea: ‘I Didn’t Want to Die’
It’s viewed as a miracle at sea. Máximo Napa, a 61-year-old Peruvian fisherman, was found alive after 94 long days adrift on open water. Authorities confirmed Napa’srescue following his discharge from the hospital over the weekend.
U.S. Strikes Houthis In Message To Iran
The U.S. military struck Houthi targets in Yemen late Saturday “in a message to Iran” at a time when the U.S. administration is proposing to open negotiations on Tehran’s nuclear program, U.S. and Israeli sources say.
Britain Supports U.S.-Backed Ceasefire for Ukraine
Britain has made clear it supports U.S. plans for a ceasefire in war-torn Ukraine, however Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday that the question of territory in his nation’s war with Russia is “complicated” and must be discussed at a later stage.
Philippines Ex-President Faces ICC Court As Mothers Mourn Loved Ones (Worthy News In-Depth)
Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has appeared by video link before judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague for alleged “crimes against humanity” during his “war on drugs.”
Putin Urges Ukrainian Troops in Russia to Surrender, Citing Trump’s Appeal (Worthy News Focus)
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called on Ukrainian troops suffering setbacks in Russia’s border region of Kursk to surrender and said he was open to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s request to “spare their lives.” Putin also announced he could agree on a ceasefire with Ukraine “with nuances” after a Kremlin official suggested he was “cautiously optimistic” about a deal, though Kyiv remaimed sceptical.
Poland Seeks Stationing U.S. Nuclear Weapons
Poland's president says he has discussed with Washington transferring U.S. nuclear weapons to its territory as a deterrent against Russian aggression.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel’s ‘Iron Beam’ to be operational by late 2025
Israel's Iron Beam laser defense system, set to be operational in roughly nine months, intercepts rockets, drones, and mortars within seconds at a range of up to 7 km using a high-energy fiber laser, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced Sunday.
Inside the United States
Court Attempts to Halt Trump Deportations, El Salvador President Says ‘Too Late’
A class action lawsuit was filed on Saturday against the Trump administration after President Donald Trump signed an executive order invoking the Enemy Aliens Act to target, arrest, and remove violent Venezuelan prison gang members, Tren de Aragua (TdA), from the U.S.
Dozens Killed As Violent Tornadoes Hit US
Some 100 million Americans have been impacted by violent tornadoes ripping through parts of the United States, wiping out schools and toppling semitractor-trailers in several states, part of a monster storm that has killed at least 35 people, authorities said.
Trump ‘Closing Down’ Voice of America
U.S. President Donald J. Trump effectively closed down the Voice of America (VOA) broadcaster Saturday, impacting hundreds of millions of people, many of whom listen in countries without a free press.
Government Shutdown Averted Mere Hours Before Deadline
Lawmakers have prevented a government shutdown by passing a six-month funding stopgap bill, with the U.S. Senate voting 54-46 hours before the midnight deadline.
Schumer Says He’ll Now Vote to Approve GOP Spending Bill, Avoid Shutdown
With just a day before the potential for a government shutdown, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., switched course Thursday night and said he would vote to approve House Republicans' Continuing Resolution to fund the federal government through the end of the fiscal year.
Christian News
Christian Group Reports Rising Persecution in India
In 2024, Christians in India experienced significant levels of violence and discrimination, with 640 reported cases, a surge in cases since 2014, according to the Evangelical Fellowship of India’s Religious Liberty Commission (EFIRLC).
Worthy Insights
Christian groups condemn Satanic ‘black mass’ at the Kansas Statehouse
A Kansas-based Satanic organization is hosting a "black mass" March 28 at the Kansas Statehouse, drawing condemnation from Christian organizations.
Washington admits Hamas talks backfired—now a secret deadline looms
Hamas has refused to budge on its latest offer to release only one live hostage, Israeli American citizen Edan Alexander, along with the remains of four other captives with dual citizenship, while the U.S. has issued an unspecified deadline, warning of consequences if the group does not agree to a broader deal.
3 new F-35s join Israeli Air Force, bolstering its air superiority
The Israeli Air Force received a significant addition to its air superiority with three new F-35 stealth fighter jets called by the Hebrew name Adir, which arrived at the Nevatim air base last week to join the 116th squadron.