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Around the World
Russia, China Deepen Security Ties (Worthy News In-depth)
Russian President Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping deepened their security ties Wednesday, with both leaders praising their Eurasian alliance as a force to challenge Western influence.
Britain’s Conservatives Prepare For Defeat In Elections (Worthy News Focus)
Britain’s parliamentary elections were underway, and the Conservative Party was expected to be defeated by Keir Starmer's center-left Labour Party.
China Expanding Spy Operations in Cuba Near US Coast
Communist-run China is expanding its spy operations in Cuba, less than 100 miles (160 kilometers) from the U.S. coast, according to data seen by Worthy News on Tuesday.
Anti-Migration Cabinet In Netherlands Inaugurated After Slavery Anniversary
Dutch King Willem-Alexander on Tuesday oversaw the inauguration of the Netherlands’s most right-wing government on record, seven months after the anti-Islam Party for Freedom (PVV) sailed to victory on a pledge to limit migration.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
White House Highlights Biden-Netanyahu Iran Dispute as Proof of President’s Mental Fitness
White House aides cited President Joe Biden’s sharp exchanges with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in response to Iran's recent attack on Israel as proof of his mental fitness and effective leadership according to the New York Times. President Biden's mental fitness has faced scrutiny since the June 27 presidential debate with former President Donald Trump, where critics questioned Biden's mental sharpness.
Hezbollah Launches 100 Rockets At Israel After ‘Assassination’ Of Commander
Hezbollah said Wednesday it had launched 100 rockets and missiles at Israeli military positions “as part of the response to the assassination” of one of its senior commanders.
Israeli Officials Increasingly Concerned About New War Front Against Houthis in Yemen
In an exclusive report Wednesday (July 3), i24News said Israeli security officials are increasingly concerned that Israel will have to face a new war front as Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen expand their influence across North Africa, Sudan, Egypt, and Morocco in order to attack the Jewish state from these regions.
Inside the United States
Congressional Report Details Biden Administration Admitted More Than 5 Million Illegal Immigrants
The Biden administration has allowed more than 5 million immigrants to enter the United States, and an additional nearly 2 million immigrants have been detected attempting unauthorized entry into the country, according to a recently released Congressional report.
Democrats’ Concern About Biden’s White House Bid Grows
President Joe Biden continues to play defense after a disastrous debate performance last week with many in his own party calling for him to withdraw from the Democratic ticket.
US Paying Moderna $176 Million For Bird Flu Jab
The United States said Tuesday it would pay vaccine maker Moderna, known for COVID-19 jabs, $176 million to accelerate developing “a pandemic influenza vaccine” to treat bird flu in people.
Christian News
Nigeria: Fulani Terrorists Murder 8 Christians, Including Two Children
Suspected Fulani terrorists in Nigeria’s Plateau state murdered eight Christians, including two children, in attacks on three villages in the last week of June, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Nigeria: Abducted Pastor and His Wife Threatened With Execution by Islamic Terrorists Unless Demands Are Met
As Islamic terrorism continues to grip swathes of Nigeria, jihadist terrorists are threatening to execute a pastor and his wife whom they abducted in Borno state last year - unless their demands and hefty ransom are not met, Crosswalk reports.
Presbyterian Church (USA) Votes to Divest from Israel Bonds, Denounces Christian Zionism
A long-time harsh critic of Israel and its policies toward Palestinians, the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA) on Monday, July 1 voted unanimously to divest from Israel bonds and called on pertinent US companies to stop trading with Israel, the Religion News Service (RNS) reports. With one million members and 8,000 churches, the Presbyterian Church (USA) is the largest Presbyterian denomination in the US.
Worthy Watch
Israeli politician carves stones to build Third Temple
Avideo was posted on social media showing former Knesset member Moshe Feiglin near the town of Eli carving stones for the Third Temple.
Worthy Insights
Archaeologists discover ancient relic believed to be tied to Moses and the Ten Commandments
Archaeologists conducting excavations at the site of a church have unearthed a marble shrine containing a relic that they believe may be tied to Moses receiving the Ten Commandments.
Saudi Arabia seeks defense pact similar to Israel’s
In a significant shift in Middle East dynamics, Saudi Arabia is reportedly seeking a defense alliance similar to Israel's, while Gulf states position themselves to play a crucial role in resolving the Gaza crisis. This development unfolds against a backdrop of regional tensions, including concerns along the Israel-Lebanon border, uncertainty in United States politics, and ongoing turmoil in Israel's political landscape, according to a high-ranking Gulf official.
Russia, China Deepen Security Ties (Worthy News In-depth)
Russian President Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping deepened their security ties Wednesday, with both leaders praising their Eurasian alliance as a force to challenge Western influence.
Britain’s Conservatives Prepare For Defeat In Elections (Worthy News Focus)
Britain’s parliamentary elections were underway, and the Conservative Party was expected to be defeated by Keir Starmer's center-left Labour Party.
China Expanding Spy Operations in Cuba Near US Coast
Communist-run China is expanding its spy operations in Cuba, less than 100 miles (160 kilometers) from the U.S. coast, according to data seen by Worthy News on Tuesday.
Anti-Migration Cabinet In Netherlands Inaugurated After Slavery Anniversary
Dutch King Willem-Alexander on Tuesday oversaw the inauguration of the Netherlands’s most right-wing government on record, seven months after the anti-Islam Party for Freedom (PVV) sailed to victory on a pledge to limit migration.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
White House Highlights Biden-Netanyahu Iran Dispute as Proof of President’s Mental Fitness
White House aides cited President Joe Biden’s sharp exchanges with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in response to Iran's recent attack on Israel as proof of his mental fitness and effective leadership according to the New York Times. President Biden's mental fitness has faced scrutiny since the June 27 presidential debate with former President Donald Trump, where critics questioned Biden's mental sharpness.
Hezbollah Launches 100 Rockets At Israel After ‘Assassination’ Of Commander
Hezbollah said Wednesday it had launched 100 rockets and missiles at Israeli military positions “as part of the response to the assassination” of one of its senior commanders.
Israeli Officials Increasingly Concerned About New War Front Against Houthis in Yemen
In an exclusive report Wednesday (July 3), i24News said Israeli security officials are increasingly concerned that Israel will have to face a new war front as Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen expand their influence across North Africa, Sudan, Egypt, and Morocco in order to attack the Jewish state from these regions.
Inside the United States
Congressional Report Details Biden Administration Admitted More Than 5 Million Illegal Immigrants
The Biden administration has allowed more than 5 million immigrants to enter the United States, and an additional nearly 2 million immigrants have been detected attempting unauthorized entry into the country, according to a recently released Congressional report.
Democrats’ Concern About Biden’s White House Bid Grows
President Joe Biden continues to play defense after a disastrous debate performance last week with many in his own party calling for him to withdraw from the Democratic ticket.
US Paying Moderna $176 Million For Bird Flu Jab
The United States said Tuesday it would pay vaccine maker Moderna, known for COVID-19 jabs, $176 million to accelerate developing “a pandemic influenza vaccine” to treat bird flu in people.
Christian News
Nigeria: Fulani Terrorists Murder 8 Christians, Including Two Children
Suspected Fulani terrorists in Nigeria’s Plateau state murdered eight Christians, including two children, in attacks on three villages in the last week of June, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Nigeria: Abducted Pastor and His Wife Threatened With Execution by Islamic Terrorists Unless Demands Are Met
As Islamic terrorism continues to grip swathes of Nigeria, jihadist terrorists are threatening to execute a pastor and his wife whom they abducted in Borno state last year - unless their demands and hefty ransom are not met, Crosswalk reports.
Presbyterian Church (USA) Votes to Divest from Israel Bonds, Denounces Christian Zionism
A long-time harsh critic of Israel and its policies toward Palestinians, the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA) on Monday, July 1 voted unanimously to divest from Israel bonds and called on pertinent US companies to stop trading with Israel, the Religion News Service (RNS) reports. With one million members and 8,000 churches, the Presbyterian Church (USA) is the largest Presbyterian denomination in the US.
Worthy Watch
Israeli politician carves stones to build Third Temple
Avideo was posted on social media showing former Knesset member Moshe Feiglin near the town of Eli carving stones for the Third Temple.
Worthy Insights
Archaeologists discover ancient relic believed to be tied to Moses and the Ten Commandments
Archaeologists conducting excavations at the site of a church have unearthed a marble shrine containing a relic that they believe may be tied to Moses receiving the Ten Commandments.
Saudi Arabia seeks defense pact similar to Israel’s
In a significant shift in Middle East dynamics, Saudi Arabia is reportedly seeking a defense alliance similar to Israel's, while Gulf states position themselves to play a crucial role in resolving the Gaza crisis. This development unfolds against a backdrop of regional tensions, including concerns along the Israel-Lebanon border, uncertainty in United States politics, and ongoing turmoil in Israel's political landscape, according to a high-ranking Gulf official.
Around the World
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán In Kyiv; Hungary Took Over EU Presidency (Worthy News In-depth)
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has called for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia during a surprise visit to Kyiv where he met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
India: More Than 100 Killed In Stampede At Hindu Event
Authorities of India’s northern state, Uttar Pradesh, say at least 116 people, many of them women and children, were killed in a stampede at a religious Hindu event.
Deadly Category 5 Hurricane Beryl Wreaks Devastation in the Caribbean
The earliest Category 5 Atlantic hurricane on record, Hurricane Beryl has killed at least one person and is wreaking destruction as it barrels across the Caribbean. Beryl made landfall on Carriacou Island, Grenada at around 11am EDT on Monday, with maximum winds of 150 mph, CNN reports. As of Tuesday, Beryl’s winds had increased to nearly 160 mph.
US Bases in Europe on Heightened Terror Threat Level
In the wake of intensified terror threats since Hamas’ Oct. 7 genocidal attack on Israel triggered the current war in Gaza, US military bases in Europe were put on heightened alert beginning over the weekend, Stars and Stripes (SaS) reports.
Indonesia Suffering Massive Cyberattack (Worthy News Investigation)
Millions of people in Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy, faced more nail-biting moments Monday after an unprecedented cyberattack disrupted immigration, airport operations, scholarship services, and other government activities.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Claims Hamas Near Defeat; US Warns of Potential Gaza Power Vacuum
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted that the Israel was on the verge of defeating Hamas's military wing. At the same time, the United States cautioned against a power vacuum in the Gaza Strip, emphasizing that chaos must be avoided as Israeli government leaders debate a post-war administration for Gaza.
Inside the United States
Federal Agencies Take Hit to Rulemaking Power
The power of federal regulatory agencies took a major hit in recent days with a couple of court rulings that will have wide-reaching implications.
Fentanyl, Weapons, Other Drug Seizures at Northern Border Setting Records
Federal agents working at ports of entry in northern U.S. cities and in small towns along the U.S.-Canadian border are continuing to thwart illegal activity.
Antisemitism Concerns on the Rise in America
Concerns about antisemitism are growing across the United States, according to recent data reported by Gallup.
Christian News
Laos: Pastor and Five Other Christians Imprisoned Following Arrest During Prayer Meeting
Continuing a systemic crackdown on Christianity in Laos, authorities in Khammouane Province arrested a pastor and five other evangelical Christians on Saturday as they gathered in a home to pray for the next day’s Sunday service at their church, Christian Daily International (CDI) reports.
Uganda: Evangelist Lynched After Leading Muslims to Christ
An evangelist who led Muslims to Christ in eastern Uganda was found dead in a pool of blood and tied with ropes soon after he texted his pastor that he was surrounded by Islamists, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán In Kyiv; Hungary Took Over EU Presidency (Worthy News In-depth)
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has called for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia during a surprise visit to Kyiv where he met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
India: More Than 100 Killed In Stampede At Hindu Event
Authorities of India’s northern state, Uttar Pradesh, say at least 116 people, many of them women and children, were killed in a stampede at a religious Hindu event.
Deadly Category 5 Hurricane Beryl Wreaks Devastation in the Caribbean
The earliest Category 5 Atlantic hurricane on record, Hurricane Beryl has killed at least one person and is wreaking destruction as it barrels across the Caribbean. Beryl made landfall on Carriacou Island, Grenada at around 11am EDT on Monday, with maximum winds of 150 mph, CNN reports. As of Tuesday, Beryl’s winds had increased to nearly 160 mph.
US Bases in Europe on Heightened Terror Threat Level
In the wake of intensified terror threats since Hamas’ Oct. 7 genocidal attack on Israel triggered the current war in Gaza, US military bases in Europe were put on heightened alert beginning over the weekend, Stars and Stripes (SaS) reports.
Indonesia Suffering Massive Cyberattack (Worthy News Investigation)
Millions of people in Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy, faced more nail-biting moments Monday after an unprecedented cyberattack disrupted immigration, airport operations, scholarship services, and other government activities.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Claims Hamas Near Defeat; US Warns of Potential Gaza Power Vacuum
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted that the Israel was on the verge of defeating Hamas's military wing. At the same time, the United States cautioned against a power vacuum in the Gaza Strip, emphasizing that chaos must be avoided as Israeli government leaders debate a post-war administration for Gaza.
Inside the United States
Federal Agencies Take Hit to Rulemaking Power
The power of federal regulatory agencies took a major hit in recent days with a couple of court rulings that will have wide-reaching implications.
Fentanyl, Weapons, Other Drug Seizures at Northern Border Setting Records
Federal agents working at ports of entry in northern U.S. cities and in small towns along the U.S.-Canadian border are continuing to thwart illegal activity.
Antisemitism Concerns on the Rise in America
Concerns about antisemitism are growing across the United States, according to recent data reported by Gallup.
Christian News
Laos: Pastor and Five Other Christians Imprisoned Following Arrest During Prayer Meeting
Continuing a systemic crackdown on Christianity in Laos, authorities in Khammouane Province arrested a pastor and five other evangelical Christians on Saturday as they gathered in a home to pray for the next day’s Sunday service at their church, Christian Daily International (CDI) reports.
Uganda: Evangelist Lynched After Leading Muslims to Christ
An evangelist who led Muslims to Christ in eastern Uganda was found dead in a pool of blood and tied with ropes soon after he texted his pastor that he was surrounded by Islamists, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Around the World
Le Pen Wins First Round Of French Elections, Challenging Macron (Worthy News Radio)
French President Emmanuel Macron's allies have suffered a significant setback as Marine Le Pen's anti-migration National Rally party won the first round of France's parliamentary election on Sunday. A historic high voter turnout marked the polls.
UN Working On Global Principles For Information (Worthy News Focus)
The United Nations chief demands new “global principles” to fight “harmful content” and urges media “to raise and enforce editorial standards” that are in line with U.N. global principles.
Ukraine Mourning After Attack on Southern Town (Worthy News Radio)
Local authorities in Ukraine declared a day of mourning on Sunday after Russian missiles reportedly slammed into the southern town of Vilniansk, killing seven civilians, including children, and wounding dozens more. Separately, officials said that in Ukraine's war-torn eastern Donetsk region and southern Kherson area, a total of nine people were killed since Saturday. The attacks have prompted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to ask for Western help to deter more Russian attacks.
French President Suffers Setback In Elections; Far Right Wins
French President Emmanuel Macron's allies suffered a major setback Sunday as Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally (RN) party won the first round of France's parliamentary election on Sunday, exit polls showed.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
‘US Withholding Weapons To Israel Despite Hezbollah Threats’
There was concern Monday that Israel would face difficulties defending itself against a massive attack by Hezbollah because U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration is reportedly holding up seven weapon systems to the Jewish state.
US, EU, and Arab Mediators Warn Hezbollah: “You Are Not Strong Enough to Take On Israel in Full War”
Citing official mediators working to prevent a full-on war between Israel and the Hezbollah Lebanese terror group, the Associated Press reports that the US, the EU, and Arab states are warning Hezbollah it does not have the capacity to crush a full-scale offensive by the Israeli army in Lebanon and that it should not count on any assistance in trying to do so.
Hezbollah Weapons At Beirut Airport Despite Evacuation Plans
As the region seemed to prepare for an all-out war between Lebanon-based Hezbollah and Israel, numerous countries want their citizens to leave Lebanon, but perhaps from the same airport where the group has allegedly stored weapons.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court: President Has ‘Absolute Immunity’ When Performing Some Duties
The president of the United States has "absolute immunity" when acting in his core constitutional duties, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a landmark decision Monday.
SCOTUS Allows Idaho Hospitals to Perform Abortion in Medical Emergencies, Does Not Address the Issue for Hospitals Nationwide
The US Supreme Court ruled Thursday that, for now at least, hospitals in Idaho can provide emergency abortions where the woman’s health is at serious risk. The court declined to rule at this time on the wider issue of whether abortions in medical emergencies can generally be carried nationwide.
Oklahoma: Top education official orders Bible to be taught in all public schools
In a move that has drawn condemnation from supporters of the separation of church and state, Oklahoma's conservative Education Superintendent last week ordered all public schools in the state to teach the Bible in grades 5 through 12, with immediate effect, the Associated Press reports.
Christian News
Iran: Christian Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Alleged Proselytization
A court of appeals in Iran has sentenced a Christian Armenian man to 10 years imprisonment for alleged “proselytizing,” Barnabas Aid reports.
Le Pen Wins First Round Of French Elections, Challenging Macron (Worthy News Radio)
French President Emmanuel Macron's allies have suffered a significant setback as Marine Le Pen's anti-migration National Rally party won the first round of France's parliamentary election on Sunday. A historic high voter turnout marked the polls.
UN Working On Global Principles For Information (Worthy News Focus)
The United Nations chief demands new “global principles” to fight “harmful content” and urges media “to raise and enforce editorial standards” that are in line with U.N. global principles.
Ukraine Mourning After Attack on Southern Town (Worthy News Radio)
Local authorities in Ukraine declared a day of mourning on Sunday after Russian missiles reportedly slammed into the southern town of Vilniansk, killing seven civilians, including children, and wounding dozens more. Separately, officials said that in Ukraine's war-torn eastern Donetsk region and southern Kherson area, a total of nine people were killed since Saturday. The attacks have prompted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to ask for Western help to deter more Russian attacks.
French President Suffers Setback In Elections; Far Right Wins
French President Emmanuel Macron's allies suffered a major setback Sunday as Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally (RN) party won the first round of France's parliamentary election on Sunday, exit polls showed.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
‘US Withholding Weapons To Israel Despite Hezbollah Threats’
There was concern Monday that Israel would face difficulties defending itself against a massive attack by Hezbollah because U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration is reportedly holding up seven weapon systems to the Jewish state.
US, EU, and Arab Mediators Warn Hezbollah: “You Are Not Strong Enough to Take On Israel in Full War”
Citing official mediators working to prevent a full-on war between Israel and the Hezbollah Lebanese terror group, the Associated Press reports that the US, the EU, and Arab states are warning Hezbollah it does not have the capacity to crush a full-scale offensive by the Israeli army in Lebanon and that it should not count on any assistance in trying to do so.
Hezbollah Weapons At Beirut Airport Despite Evacuation Plans
As the region seemed to prepare for an all-out war between Lebanon-based Hezbollah and Israel, numerous countries want their citizens to leave Lebanon, but perhaps from the same airport where the group has allegedly stored weapons.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court: President Has ‘Absolute Immunity’ When Performing Some Duties
The president of the United States has "absolute immunity" when acting in his core constitutional duties, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a landmark decision Monday.
SCOTUS Allows Idaho Hospitals to Perform Abortion in Medical Emergencies, Does Not Address the Issue for Hospitals Nationwide
The US Supreme Court ruled Thursday that, for now at least, hospitals in Idaho can provide emergency abortions where the woman’s health is at serious risk. The court declined to rule at this time on the wider issue of whether abortions in medical emergencies can generally be carried nationwide.
Oklahoma: Top education official orders Bible to be taught in all public schools
In a move that has drawn condemnation from supporters of the separation of church and state, Oklahoma's conservative Education Superintendent last week ordered all public schools in the state to teach the Bible in grades 5 through 12, with immediate effect, the Associated Press reports.
Christian News
Iran: Christian Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Alleged Proselytization
A court of appeals in Iran has sentenced a Christian Armenian man to 10 years imprisonment for alleged “proselytizing,” Barnabas Aid reports.