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Around the World
As Taiwan prepares for anti-invasion exercises, China sends dozens of warplanes toward the island
China sent dozens of warplanes, including fighter jets and bombers, toward Taiwan, the island’s Defense Ministry said Saturday, marking a forceful display days before the democracy plans to hold military exercises aimed at defending itself against a possible invasion.
Thousands Flee Greek Wildfires As Heatwave Spreads Across World
Thousands of people have been evacuated from homes and hotels on Greece’s island of Rhodes due to wildfires as the nation deals with its most prolonged deadly heatwave on record, officials said Saturday.
Hungary Ready To Mediate In Russia-Ukraine Grain Dispute (Worthy News Radio)
Hungary says it is willing to mediate between Russia and war-torn Ukraine after Moscow walked away from a deal that allowed Kyiv to export grain through the Black Sea more safely. The announcement came after Hungary and four other European Union nations signaled that they would extend their import ban on Ukrainian grain “to protect local farmers.”
Ukraine Strikes Ammunition Depot In Crimea (Worthy News Radio)
Russia has accused Ukraine of a massive drone attack on an ammunition depot in the Crimea peninsula amid heightened tensions around Black Sea ports following the collapse of a grain deal between the two countries. The alleged attack came amid concerns that one journalist was killed and several other reporters were injured in a separate attack in Ukraine.
Worldcoin To Scan Irises Of World Population (Worthy News-Focus)
The leader of a U.S.-based artificial intelligence laboratory says he raised $115 million to tempt billions of people to have their irises scanned for a “World ID” in exchange for cryptocurrency.
EU’s Climate Chief Seeks Premier Job In Netherlands
The European Union’s climate chief Frans Timmermans said Friday that he wants to become the next prime minister of the Netherlands.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Likud, protest leaders reject labor union’s compromise overhaul bill
Speculation grew Sunday evening that the Histadrut, Israel’s largest labor federation, could announce a general strike after a compromise it had floated in an attempt to end a bitter, divisive national standoff over the government’s planned drastic overhaul of the judiciary was quickly dismissed by the ruling Likud party, anti-government protesters and parts of the opposition.
Netanyahu Receives Pacemaker in Successful Surgery as Thousands March against Judicial Reform
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu underwent successful surgery to implant a pacemaker Saturday night. He was sedated for the operation, and turned over duties to Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin, chief architect of the judicial reform legislation making its way through the Knesset.
Inside the United States
Amazon Rolls Out Palm Payments Despite Concern
U.S. tech giant Amazon says it is taking cashless payments to a new level by rolling out palm-scanning payment technology across the United States, adding to concerns among privacy advocates.
Federal judge blocks Arizona law banning transgender athletes from girls’ sports teams
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked Arizona from enforcing a law banning transgender girls from playing on girls’ school sports teams.
Cross Monument Removed by CA Town After 5 Decades: ‘They Hate It… Hate What It Represents’
A legal battle over religious freedom is underway in a small town outside of San Francisco, CA, as a small group of Christians fight to re-install a 28-foot cross removed from a parcel of land last month.
Censorship Case Involving State Collusion With Social Media Companies Could Be Heard by the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court could hear a case questioning a California agency’s coordination with Twitter to censor election-related “misinformation.”
Christian News
India Premier Condemns Sexual Assault Of Christian Women (Worthy News-Investigation)
India’s prime minister on Thursday condemned the reported sexual assault of two Christian women by Hindu men in northeast India and vowed to protect the “daughters of Manipur” state.
Idaho college town to pay $300,000 to Christians arrested for having an outdoor church service
A progressive college town in Idaho agreed to pay $300,000 to a group of Christians who were arrested for having an outdoor church service without masks during the COVID19 pandemic.
Worthy Watch
WHO Sparks Concerns About Power Grab Through Global Pandemic Treaty
The Christian Broadcasting Network detailed the World Health Organization's plans for a Global Pandemic Treaty whereby nations would surrender their sovereignty in the event of another pandemic.
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) on Cluster Bombs
Sen. Lindsey Graham statements on the use of cluster bombs in Ukraine.
As Taiwan prepares for anti-invasion exercises, China sends dozens of warplanes toward the island
China sent dozens of warplanes, including fighter jets and bombers, toward Taiwan, the island’s Defense Ministry said Saturday, marking a forceful display days before the democracy plans to hold military exercises aimed at defending itself against a possible invasion.
Thousands Flee Greek Wildfires As Heatwave Spreads Across World
Thousands of people have been evacuated from homes and hotels on Greece’s island of Rhodes due to wildfires as the nation deals with its most prolonged deadly heatwave on record, officials said Saturday.
Hungary Ready To Mediate In Russia-Ukraine Grain Dispute (Worthy News Radio)
Hungary says it is willing to mediate between Russia and war-torn Ukraine after Moscow walked away from a deal that allowed Kyiv to export grain through the Black Sea more safely. The announcement came after Hungary and four other European Union nations signaled that they would extend their import ban on Ukrainian grain “to protect local farmers.”
Ukraine Strikes Ammunition Depot In Crimea (Worthy News Radio)
Russia has accused Ukraine of a massive drone attack on an ammunition depot in the Crimea peninsula amid heightened tensions around Black Sea ports following the collapse of a grain deal between the two countries. The alleged attack came amid concerns that one journalist was killed and several other reporters were injured in a separate attack in Ukraine.
Worldcoin To Scan Irises Of World Population (Worthy News-Focus)
The leader of a U.S.-based artificial intelligence laboratory says he raised $115 million to tempt billions of people to have their irises scanned for a “World ID” in exchange for cryptocurrency.
EU’s Climate Chief Seeks Premier Job In Netherlands
The European Union’s climate chief Frans Timmermans said Friday that he wants to become the next prime minister of the Netherlands.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Likud, protest leaders reject labor union’s compromise overhaul bill
Speculation grew Sunday evening that the Histadrut, Israel’s largest labor federation, could announce a general strike after a compromise it had floated in an attempt to end a bitter, divisive national standoff over the government’s planned drastic overhaul of the judiciary was quickly dismissed by the ruling Likud party, anti-government protesters and parts of the opposition.
Netanyahu Receives Pacemaker in Successful Surgery as Thousands March against Judicial Reform
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu underwent successful surgery to implant a pacemaker Saturday night. He was sedated for the operation, and turned over duties to Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin, chief architect of the judicial reform legislation making its way through the Knesset.
Inside the United States
Amazon Rolls Out Palm Payments Despite Concern
U.S. tech giant Amazon says it is taking cashless payments to a new level by rolling out palm-scanning payment technology across the United States, adding to concerns among privacy advocates.
Federal judge blocks Arizona law banning transgender athletes from girls’ sports teams
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked Arizona from enforcing a law banning transgender girls from playing on girls’ school sports teams.
Cross Monument Removed by CA Town After 5 Decades: ‘They Hate It… Hate What It Represents’
A legal battle over religious freedom is underway in a small town outside of San Francisco, CA, as a small group of Christians fight to re-install a 28-foot cross removed from a parcel of land last month.
Censorship Case Involving State Collusion With Social Media Companies Could Be Heard by the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court could hear a case questioning a California agency’s coordination with Twitter to censor election-related “misinformation.”
Christian News
India Premier Condemns Sexual Assault Of Christian Women (Worthy News-Investigation)
India’s prime minister on Thursday condemned the reported sexual assault of two Christian women by Hindu men in northeast India and vowed to protect the “daughters of Manipur” state.
Idaho college town to pay $300,000 to Christians arrested for having an outdoor church service
A progressive college town in Idaho agreed to pay $300,000 to a group of Christians who were arrested for having an outdoor church service without masks during the COVID19 pandemic.
Worthy Watch
WHO Sparks Concerns About Power Grab Through Global Pandemic Treaty
The Christian Broadcasting Network detailed the World Health Organization's plans for a Global Pandemic Treaty whereby nations would surrender their sovereignty in the event of another pandemic.
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) on Cluster Bombs
Sen. Lindsey Graham statements on the use of cluster bombs in Ukraine.
Around the World
Ukraine’s Neighbors Ban Grain Imports (Worthy News In-Depth)
Ukraine’s European Union neighbors have rejected an EU-imposed September 15 deadline to lift a ban on Ukrainian grain imports, the Hungarian agriculture minister confirmed.
Russia’s Wagner Mercenaries Group In Belarus, Images Show (Worthy News-Focus)
Satellite images and video footage suggest that the founder of Russia’s Wagner mercenary group and fellow soldiers are at their new base in Belarus after they challenged Russian President Vladimir Putin’s authority.
Russia Attacks Ukraine’s Black Sea Coast Destroy Grain Storage; Africa Worried
Kyiv says Russian missile strikes on Ukraine's Black Sea coast have destroyed 60,000 tonnes of grain and damaged storage infrastructure, raising further doubts about the world’s food security.
2 Killed In New Zealand Shooting Ahead Of World Cup
At least two people were killed and six others injured when a gunman opened fire in a building under construction in the center of Auckland, New Zealand, just hours before the city was to open the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu says efforts underway to reach compromise on judicial bill
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that there were talks underway to reach a broad agreement on the final wording of the first bill in his judicial overhaul that is scheduled for a final vote on Monday and would prevent judicial oversight over the executive branch.
Palestinian Authority says it has no intention of disarming terror groups in Jenin
The Palestinian Authority announced Wednesday that it has no intention of disarming the Jenin Battalion terrorist associated with Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), or other terrorist groups operating in the West Bank city of Jenin, i24News reports. The announcement came after recent high-profile major IDF counter-terrorism operations in Jenin.
Jewish immigration to Israel has decreased from the West but increased from Russia
A new report from the Jewish Agency for Israel shows there has been a substantial decrease in Jewish immigration to Israel from Western countries in the first half of this year while there has been a significant rise in immigration from Russia in the same, the Jerusalem Post reported exclusively.
Inside the United States
US Federal Reserve Launches Instant Payment Despite Concerns
The U.S. central bank launched an “instant payment system” Thursday despite concerns that it will lead to more state control over personal finances.
Official admits FBI told Twitter that Hunter Biden laptop was real as soon as news broke in 2020
A senior FBI official has revealed that the bureau told Twitter that Hunter Biden‘s laptop computer was genuine the same day a newspaper first reported details of President Biden and his son’s foreign business deals based on documents from the laptop.
Democrats try to halt RFK Jr. testimony during censorship hearing
Democrats on a GOP-led House panel created to focus on the "weaponization" of the federal government tried Thursday to stop or at least limit Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from testifying at their hearing, citing his comments on COVID-19 and minority groups.
June home sales drop to the slowest pace in 14 years as short supply chokes the market
Sales of pre-owned homes dropped 3.3% in June compared with May, running at a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 4.16 million units, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Christian News
Iran: More than 50 Christians rounded up and detained on unknown charges
In a sudden spike of persecution against Christians in Iran, government authorities arrested and detained more than 50 Christians in five cities across Iran in the last 10 days, Article 18 reports.
Pakistan Christians Fleeing After Blasphemy Allegations
Christian families are fleeing their homes in Pakistan’s Punjab province after Muslims threatened to attack them, and several believers were reportedly detained for alleged blasphemy against Islam, a senior rights official told Worthy News.
Russian Orthodox Church leaders support invasion, religious persecution in Ukraine
The US-based Global Christian Relief organization has warned that leaders of the Russian Orthodox Church support Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, including the persecution of Ukrainian Christians, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Ukraine’s Neighbors Ban Grain Imports (Worthy News In-Depth)
Ukraine’s European Union neighbors have rejected an EU-imposed September 15 deadline to lift a ban on Ukrainian grain imports, the Hungarian agriculture minister confirmed.
Russia’s Wagner Mercenaries Group In Belarus, Images Show (Worthy News-Focus)
Satellite images and video footage suggest that the founder of Russia’s Wagner mercenary group and fellow soldiers are at their new base in Belarus after they challenged Russian President Vladimir Putin’s authority.
Russia Attacks Ukraine’s Black Sea Coast Destroy Grain Storage; Africa Worried
Kyiv says Russian missile strikes on Ukraine's Black Sea coast have destroyed 60,000 tonnes of grain and damaged storage infrastructure, raising further doubts about the world’s food security.
2 Killed In New Zealand Shooting Ahead Of World Cup
At least two people were killed and six others injured when a gunman opened fire in a building under construction in the center of Auckland, New Zealand, just hours before the city was to open the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu says efforts underway to reach compromise on judicial bill
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that there were talks underway to reach a broad agreement on the final wording of the first bill in his judicial overhaul that is scheduled for a final vote on Monday and would prevent judicial oversight over the executive branch.
Palestinian Authority says it has no intention of disarming terror groups in Jenin
The Palestinian Authority announced Wednesday that it has no intention of disarming the Jenin Battalion terrorist associated with Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), or other terrorist groups operating in the West Bank city of Jenin, i24News reports. The announcement came after recent high-profile major IDF counter-terrorism operations in Jenin.
Jewish immigration to Israel has decreased from the West but increased from Russia
A new report from the Jewish Agency for Israel shows there has been a substantial decrease in Jewish immigration to Israel from Western countries in the first half of this year while there has been a significant rise in immigration from Russia in the same, the Jerusalem Post reported exclusively.
Inside the United States
US Federal Reserve Launches Instant Payment Despite Concerns
The U.S. central bank launched an “instant payment system” Thursday despite concerns that it will lead to more state control over personal finances.
Official admits FBI told Twitter that Hunter Biden laptop was real as soon as news broke in 2020
A senior FBI official has revealed that the bureau told Twitter that Hunter Biden‘s laptop computer was genuine the same day a newspaper first reported details of President Biden and his son’s foreign business deals based on documents from the laptop.
Democrats try to halt RFK Jr. testimony during censorship hearing
Democrats on a GOP-led House panel created to focus on the "weaponization" of the federal government tried Thursday to stop or at least limit Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from testifying at their hearing, citing his comments on COVID-19 and minority groups.
June home sales drop to the slowest pace in 14 years as short supply chokes the market
Sales of pre-owned homes dropped 3.3% in June compared with May, running at a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 4.16 million units, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Christian News
Iran: More than 50 Christians rounded up and detained on unknown charges
In a sudden spike of persecution against Christians in Iran, government authorities arrested and detained more than 50 Christians in five cities across Iran in the last 10 days, Article 18 reports.
Pakistan Christians Fleeing After Blasphemy Allegations
Christian families are fleeing their homes in Pakistan’s Punjab province after Muslims threatened to attack them, and several believers were reportedly detained for alleged blasphemy against Islam, a senior rights official told Worthy News.
Russian Orthodox Church leaders support invasion, religious persecution in Ukraine
The US-based Global Christian Relief organization has warned that leaders of the Russian Orthodox Church support Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, including the persecution of Ukrainian Christians, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Around the World
U.S. approves $1.3 billion package of long-term military aid for Ukraine
The Pentagon announced a new $1.3 billion package of long-term military aid to Ukraine on Wednesday, including four air defense systems and an undisclosed number of drones.
Russia launches ‘truly massive attack’ on Ukrainian grain facilities after pulling out of sea deal
Russia launched a massive strike on Ukrainian grain and export infrastructure after pulling out of an international grain deal that allowed Ukraine to export across the Black Sea.
China sends a record 16 warships to circle Taiwan
Taiwan’s defense ministry announced at the weekend that China sent a record 16 warships to circle the island nation on Friday, the Global Times reports. While Taiwan is an independent democratic country, China has long maintained that the island is part of its mainland which has caused the Taiwanese to live under the constant threat of invasion.
Espresso coffee can protect against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, new report shows
Italian researchers have published a new report showing that the highly popular Espresso coffee beverage can help to protect against neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer′s and Parkinson’s disease.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel to allow Palestinian Americans entry in bid to qualify for U.S. visa waiver program
Israel announced Wednesday that it would be allowing all American citizens, including dual-nationality Palestinians from the West Bank and Gaza Strip, to enter the country through its international airport as part of an agreement to qualify for a visa waiver program with the U.S.
Inside the United States
House, Senate Resolutions Introduced Calling for EU to Designate Hezbollah as a Terror Organization
A bipartisan group of Senators and Congressmen on Tuesday introduced House and Senate resolutions calling on the European Union to designate the entirety of Hezbollah as a terrorist organization.
Christian baker Jack Phillips tells Colorado Supreme Court it must honor high court’s ruling
Christian baker Jack Phillips asked the Colorado Supreme Court this week to reject a case against him after the Supreme Court affirmed the First Amendment right of artists who turn down work that would entail creating content that would contradict their religious beliefs.
US officially cuts all funding to Wuhan Institute of Virology
The US government on Monday officially cut off all future federal funding for the controversial Wuhan Institute of Virology from which it is suspected the COVID-19 virus originated, citing the lab’s violation of safety protocols and refusal to submit required documents on security, the New York Post reports. The US decision will affect new contracts, grants, and other transactions at the Institute.
Christian News
India: New Karnataka state government is actively helping Christians, “there is evident change”
While the first half of 2023 saw a surge in violence against Christians in India, believers in the southern state of Karnataka are rejoicing as a newly elected state government has vowed to repeal harsh anti-conversion legislation and invest in projects that will benefit them and other religious minorities, Christianity Today (CT) reports.
Indonesia Christians: ‘Muslim Crackdown On Congregations’ (Worthy News In-Depth)
Indonesian Christians said Tuesday that several church congregations have been “disbanded” by angry Muslim protesters and local authorities. “In one of them, my children worship,” a concerned Christian told Worthy News.
U.S. approves $1.3 billion package of long-term military aid for Ukraine
The Pentagon announced a new $1.3 billion package of long-term military aid to Ukraine on Wednesday, including four air defense systems and an undisclosed number of drones.
Russia launches ‘truly massive attack’ on Ukrainian grain facilities after pulling out of sea deal
Russia launched a massive strike on Ukrainian grain and export infrastructure after pulling out of an international grain deal that allowed Ukraine to export across the Black Sea.
China sends a record 16 warships to circle Taiwan
Taiwan’s defense ministry announced at the weekend that China sent a record 16 warships to circle the island nation on Friday, the Global Times reports. While Taiwan is an independent democratic country, China has long maintained that the island is part of its mainland which has caused the Taiwanese to live under the constant threat of invasion.
Espresso coffee can protect against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, new report shows
Italian researchers have published a new report showing that the highly popular Espresso coffee beverage can help to protect against neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer′s and Parkinson’s disease.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel to allow Palestinian Americans entry in bid to qualify for U.S. visa waiver program
Israel announced Wednesday that it would be allowing all American citizens, including dual-nationality Palestinians from the West Bank and Gaza Strip, to enter the country through its international airport as part of an agreement to qualify for a visa waiver program with the U.S.
Inside the United States
House, Senate Resolutions Introduced Calling for EU to Designate Hezbollah as a Terror Organization
A bipartisan group of Senators and Congressmen on Tuesday introduced House and Senate resolutions calling on the European Union to designate the entirety of Hezbollah as a terrorist organization.
Christian baker Jack Phillips tells Colorado Supreme Court it must honor high court’s ruling
Christian baker Jack Phillips asked the Colorado Supreme Court this week to reject a case against him after the Supreme Court affirmed the First Amendment right of artists who turn down work that would entail creating content that would contradict their religious beliefs.
US officially cuts all funding to Wuhan Institute of Virology
The US government on Monday officially cut off all future federal funding for the controversial Wuhan Institute of Virology from which it is suspected the COVID-19 virus originated, citing the lab’s violation of safety protocols and refusal to submit required documents on security, the New York Post reports. The US decision will affect new contracts, grants, and other transactions at the Institute.
Christian News
India: New Karnataka state government is actively helping Christians, “there is evident change”
While the first half of 2023 saw a surge in violence against Christians in India, believers in the southern state of Karnataka are rejoicing as a newly elected state government has vowed to repeal harsh anti-conversion legislation and invest in projects that will benefit them and other religious minorities, Christianity Today (CT) reports.
Indonesia Christians: ‘Muslim Crackdown On Congregations’ (Worthy News In-Depth)
Indonesian Christians said Tuesday that several church congregations have been “disbanded” by angry Muslim protesters and local authorities. “In one of them, my children worship,” a concerned Christian told Worthy News.