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Around the World
Germany registered 5 antisemitic incidents a day in first half of 2022
ermany’s Federal Criminal Police Office registered an average of five antisemitic incidents every day in the first half of this year alone, the Jerusalem Post reports.
Ukraine ships wartime record amount of grain
Ukraine on Monday managed to ship a wartime record amount of grain to feed people facing famine around the world, despite Russia’s decision to suspend its participation in the Turkey-UN brokered Black Sea grain export deal it agreed to in July, Sky News reports.
Kyiv: ‘Massive Russian Missile Strikes Hit Ukraine’ (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine said Monday that Russia launched a new wave of missile attacks across the country, including in Kyiv. The strikes appeared in retaliation for what Russia said was a Ukrainian drone attack on its Black Sea Fleet in Crimea, the peninsula it annexed from Ukraine in 2014.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
‘Israel’s Ex-PM Netanyahu Wins Elections’
Israel’s controversial ex-Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing allies have won 61 seats, enough to form a majority in the 120-seat Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, election exit polls showed Tuesday.
UN General Assembly votes Israel must renounce possession of its nuclear weapons
The United Nations General Assembly has again voted overwhelmingly that, even though Israel has never confirmed it has nuclear weapons, Israel must give up any atomic bombs it has and give the International Atomic Energy Agency access to inspect its nuclear sites, the Jerusalem Post reports.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court Takes up Affirmative Action
The Supreme Court is taking up two cases that could overturn major precedent on affirmative action.
The Government Is Set To Spend More On Debt Payments Than The Entire Defense Budget
Interest on federal debt is set to skyrocket, potentially surpassing defense spending by as early as 2025, CNN reported Tuesday.
Supreme Court blocks House from Trump’s taxes, for now
Congress cannot access the tax returns of former President Donald Trump until the Supreme Court considers the issue on the merits.
Christian News
Nigeria: Slaughter of Christians continues
The slaughter of Christians in Nigeria has seen no let-up as suspected Fulani herdsmen and other Islamic militant terrorists killed 12 mainly women, children, and elderly Christians during attacks in Benue state last month, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Uganda: Evangelists attacked after leading Muslims to Christ, “We need your prayers all the time”
Islamist extremists in eastern Uganda attacked two evangelists with knives earlier this month after the Christians led local Muslims to Christ, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
US Missionaries Rush ‘Heat and Hope’ To Ukraine As Missiles Hit
A U.S.-based mission group said Monday that it is rushing generators and critical supplies of firewood, coal, and thermal blankets to local churches in war-torn Ukraine as “families face a brutal and potentially deadly winter.”
Worthy Watch
‘Planet killer’ asteroid spotted hiding in the sun’s glare
Astronomers have spotted three near-Earth asteroids that were lurking undetected within the glare of the sun. One of the asteroids is the largest potentially hazardous object posing a risk to Earth to be discovered in the last eight years.
Worthy Insights
Major Bank Explores Use of Digital Identity
JPMorgan is exploring the idea of a digital wallet that would allow users to control their digital identity and assets across platforms, though the potential offering’s level of decentralization remains to be seen.
Fury as the CDC quietly replaces ‘pregnant women’ with ‘pregnant people’ in flu vaccine advice to be inclusive to trans groups
The terms 'women' and 'woman' have been quietly scrubbed from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance on flu vaccines during pregnancy.
Germany registered 5 antisemitic incidents a day in first half of 2022
ermany’s Federal Criminal Police Office registered an average of five antisemitic incidents every day in the first half of this year alone, the Jerusalem Post reports.
Ukraine ships wartime record amount of grain
Ukraine on Monday managed to ship a wartime record amount of grain to feed people facing famine around the world, despite Russia’s decision to suspend its participation in the Turkey-UN brokered Black Sea grain export deal it agreed to in July, Sky News reports.
Kyiv: ‘Massive Russian Missile Strikes Hit Ukraine’ (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine said Monday that Russia launched a new wave of missile attacks across the country, including in Kyiv. The strikes appeared in retaliation for what Russia said was a Ukrainian drone attack on its Black Sea Fleet in Crimea, the peninsula it annexed from Ukraine in 2014.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
‘Israel’s Ex-PM Netanyahu Wins Elections’
Israel’s controversial ex-Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing allies have won 61 seats, enough to form a majority in the 120-seat Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, election exit polls showed Tuesday.
UN General Assembly votes Israel must renounce possession of its nuclear weapons
The United Nations General Assembly has again voted overwhelmingly that, even though Israel has never confirmed it has nuclear weapons, Israel must give up any atomic bombs it has and give the International Atomic Energy Agency access to inspect its nuclear sites, the Jerusalem Post reports.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court Takes up Affirmative Action
The Supreme Court is taking up two cases that could overturn major precedent on affirmative action.
The Government Is Set To Spend More On Debt Payments Than The Entire Defense Budget
Interest on federal debt is set to skyrocket, potentially surpassing defense spending by as early as 2025, CNN reported Tuesday.
Supreme Court blocks House from Trump’s taxes, for now
Congress cannot access the tax returns of former President Donald Trump until the Supreme Court considers the issue on the merits.
Christian News
Nigeria: Slaughter of Christians continues
The slaughter of Christians in Nigeria has seen no let-up as suspected Fulani herdsmen and other Islamic militant terrorists killed 12 mainly women, children, and elderly Christians during attacks in Benue state last month, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Uganda: Evangelists attacked after leading Muslims to Christ, “We need your prayers all the time”
Islamist extremists in eastern Uganda attacked two evangelists with knives earlier this month after the Christians led local Muslims to Christ, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
US Missionaries Rush ‘Heat and Hope’ To Ukraine As Missiles Hit
A U.S.-based mission group said Monday that it is rushing generators and critical supplies of firewood, coal, and thermal blankets to local churches in war-torn Ukraine as “families face a brutal and potentially deadly winter.”
Worthy Watch
‘Planet killer’ asteroid spotted hiding in the sun’s glare
Astronomers have spotted three near-Earth asteroids that were lurking undetected within the glare of the sun. One of the asteroids is the largest potentially hazardous object posing a risk to Earth to be discovered in the last eight years.
Worthy Insights
Major Bank Explores Use of Digital Identity
JPMorgan is exploring the idea of a digital wallet that would allow users to control their digital identity and assets across platforms, though the potential offering’s level of decentralization remains to be seen.
Fury as the CDC quietly replaces ‘pregnant women’ with ‘pregnant people’ in flu vaccine advice to be inclusive to trans groups
The terms 'women' and 'woman' have been quietly scrubbed from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance on flu vaccines during pregnancy.
Around the World
Iran plans public trials for 1,000 protesters in Tehran
Iranian authorities announced on Monday they will hold public trials for 1,000 people in the capital, Tehran, over the protests that have convulsed the country. The mass indictments mark the government’s first major legal action aimed at quashing dissent since unrest erupted over six weeks ago.
Russia launches fresh wave of strikes on Kyiv, targeting critical infrastructure
Russia’s military conducted a wave of attacks across Ukraine on Monday, targeting critical infrastructure facilities.
U.S. to send B-52 bombers to Australia amid China tensions
The United States is reportedly planning to deploy up to six nuclear-capable B-52 bombers to an air base in northern Australia amid increased tensions with Beijing.
India Bridge Collapse Kills Dozens
A pedestrian bridge collapse in India's western Gujarat state has sent hundreds plunging into a river, killing scores of people, authorities confirmed Sunday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu eyes comeback on eve of Israel election
Israeli politicians were making their final campaign pitches Monday before the divided country holds its fifth election in less than four years, with hawkish ex-premier Benjamin Netanyahu eyeing a comeback.
Israel, Bahrain hope to sign free trade deal by year’s end
Israel and Bahrain hope to sign a free trade agreement within the next two months, officials from both nations said on Monday.
Inside the United States
Biden floats taxing oil companies amid rising energy prices
In a Monday speech, President Joe Biden proposed taxing oil companies currently raking in high profits amid rising energy prices.
Elon Musk To Be Twitter CEO Amid Changes
Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, said on Monday he would be the chief executive officer of Twitter, the social media platform he bought for $44 billion.
Florida Takes Another Step Towards Banning Gender-Affirming Medical Treatments for Minors
A Florida Board of Medicine panel voted Friday to ban “gender-affirming” treatment, such as hormone therapy and sex reassignment surgeries, for children and adolescents.
Christian News
Hong Kong: Christian Pastor the first clergy to be imprisoned under new security laws
A Christian pastor became the first member of the clergy in Hong Kong to be sentenced to prison for sedition under harsh new national security laws brought in by the Chinese Communist Party two years ago, UCA News reports.
Sri Lanka: Authorities order churches to close
Local authorities in separate districts of Sri Lanka recently ordered two churches to close down, on the grounds that the congregations’ Christian activities are offensive to their communities, Voice of the Martyrs Canada (VOM) reports. Sri Lanka’s constitution gives preferential status to Buddhism, and demands by the authorities for churches to close are not uncommon.
Oldest Known Map of the Stars Found Hidden Under Christian Text
The Museum of the Bible announced that a copy of Hipparchus’ map of the stars was found on the same bit of manuscript that had a later Christian treatise written upon it.
Iran plans public trials for 1,000 protesters in Tehran
Iranian authorities announced on Monday they will hold public trials for 1,000 people in the capital, Tehran, over the protests that have convulsed the country. The mass indictments mark the government’s first major legal action aimed at quashing dissent since unrest erupted over six weeks ago.
Russia launches fresh wave of strikes on Kyiv, targeting critical infrastructure
Russia’s military conducted a wave of attacks across Ukraine on Monday, targeting critical infrastructure facilities.
U.S. to send B-52 bombers to Australia amid China tensions
The United States is reportedly planning to deploy up to six nuclear-capable B-52 bombers to an air base in northern Australia amid increased tensions with Beijing.
India Bridge Collapse Kills Dozens
A pedestrian bridge collapse in India's western Gujarat state has sent hundreds plunging into a river, killing scores of people, authorities confirmed Sunday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu eyes comeback on eve of Israel election
Israeli politicians were making their final campaign pitches Monday before the divided country holds its fifth election in less than four years, with hawkish ex-premier Benjamin Netanyahu eyeing a comeback.
Israel, Bahrain hope to sign free trade deal by year’s end
Israel and Bahrain hope to sign a free trade agreement within the next two months, officials from both nations said on Monday.
Inside the United States
Biden floats taxing oil companies amid rising energy prices
In a Monday speech, President Joe Biden proposed taxing oil companies currently raking in high profits amid rising energy prices.
Elon Musk To Be Twitter CEO Amid Changes
Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, said on Monday he would be the chief executive officer of Twitter, the social media platform he bought for $44 billion.
Florida Takes Another Step Towards Banning Gender-Affirming Medical Treatments for Minors
A Florida Board of Medicine panel voted Friday to ban “gender-affirming” treatment, such as hormone therapy and sex reassignment surgeries, for children and adolescents.
Christian News
Hong Kong: Christian Pastor the first clergy to be imprisoned under new security laws
A Christian pastor became the first member of the clergy in Hong Kong to be sentenced to prison for sedition under harsh new national security laws brought in by the Chinese Communist Party two years ago, UCA News reports.
Sri Lanka: Authorities order churches to close
Local authorities in separate districts of Sri Lanka recently ordered two churches to close down, on the grounds that the congregations’ Christian activities are offensive to their communities, Voice of the Martyrs Canada (VOM) reports. Sri Lanka’s constitution gives preferential status to Buddhism, and demands by the authorities for churches to close are not uncommon.
Oldest Known Map of the Stars Found Hidden Under Christian Text
The Museum of the Bible announced that a copy of Hipparchus’ map of the stars was found on the same bit of manuscript that had a later Christian treatise written upon it.
Around the World
Lula Elected Brazil’s Next President
Brazil's electoral authority says former leftist President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of the leftist Worker's Party has defeated incumbent Jair Bolsonaro to become the country's next president, a setback for conservatives supporting him.
Nearly 150 Killed In South Korea Halloween Stampede
South Korean officials say at least 146 people died in a stampede among huge Halloween party crowds in a popular nightlife area of the capital Seoul.
Russia Halts World Grain Deliveries After Ukraine Drone Attack In Crimea (Worthy News Radio)
In a move impacting world food supplies, Russia says it halts cooperating in a grain corridor deal after Ukraine carried out a "massive" drone attack on its Black Sea Fleet. Moscow’s latest announcement could undermine deliveries from one of the breadbaskets of the world.
Russia Deports Thousands From Ukraine area As Ukrainian Army Nears (Worthy News Radio)
Russian officials say they have completed an operation to move civilians out of the southern city of Kherson ahead of an expected battle with Ukrainian forces. The announcement came after Russia's president, whose forces invaded Ukraine, warned the world is facing its most dangerous times in more than 80 years.
Scores Die In Philippines Storm; Christian ‘Still Blessed’
At least scores of people have died in the southern Philippines after floods and mudslides caused by a tropical storm, overshadowing All Saints’ Day weekend when families remember their late loved ones, government officials said Sunday.
Putin Says World Faces ‘Most Dangerous Decade’ Since World War II
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that the world faces "probably the most dangerous" decade since the end of World War Two after U.S. President Joe Biden already spoke of “a new world order.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Final polls before Nov. 1 elections show Netanyahu’s bloc just shy of parliamentary majority
Three separate final polls prior to Israel’s Nov. 1 elections showed opposition leader and Likud Party head Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing/religious bloc standing one seat shy of a parliamentary majority.
Inside the United States
Record High: 75% Of US Winter Wheat Suffers From Drought
La Niña has returned for the third consecutive winter, allowing for drier-than-average conditions across America's crop belt. Some farmers told Bloomberg that conditions are so dry that "fertilizer is evaporating from the soil, and plants are struggling to emerge from the ground."
What Some Schools Are Teaching Kids Is So Obscene, Parental Rights Activists Can’t Even Read It On TV
Parents and parental rights advocates seeking to shed light on what is being taught in schools say television stations won’t even broadcast what’s in their school curriculums because it’s too obscene.
Elon Musk Completes $44 Billion Twitter Takeover
Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, has completed his $44 billion takeover of Twitter and fired top executives, in a move that some hope will mean a boost for free speech.
Christian News
Bishops Discuss Peace As War Rages
Leaders of the Bishops' Conferences from Central and Eastern Europe gathered in Hungary’s capital Budapest to discuss a roadmap for peace as war rages in neighboring Ukraine.
Lula Elected Brazil’s Next President
Brazil's electoral authority says former leftist President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of the leftist Worker's Party has defeated incumbent Jair Bolsonaro to become the country's next president, a setback for conservatives supporting him.
Nearly 150 Killed In South Korea Halloween Stampede
South Korean officials say at least 146 people died in a stampede among huge Halloween party crowds in a popular nightlife area of the capital Seoul.
Russia Halts World Grain Deliveries After Ukraine Drone Attack In Crimea (Worthy News Radio)
In a move impacting world food supplies, Russia says it halts cooperating in a grain corridor deal after Ukraine carried out a "massive" drone attack on its Black Sea Fleet. Moscow’s latest announcement could undermine deliveries from one of the breadbaskets of the world.
Russia Deports Thousands From Ukraine area As Ukrainian Army Nears (Worthy News Radio)
Russian officials say they have completed an operation to move civilians out of the southern city of Kherson ahead of an expected battle with Ukrainian forces. The announcement came after Russia's president, whose forces invaded Ukraine, warned the world is facing its most dangerous times in more than 80 years.
Scores Die In Philippines Storm; Christian ‘Still Blessed’
At least scores of people have died in the southern Philippines after floods and mudslides caused by a tropical storm, overshadowing All Saints’ Day weekend when families remember their late loved ones, government officials said Sunday.
Putin Says World Faces ‘Most Dangerous Decade’ Since World War II
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that the world faces "probably the most dangerous" decade since the end of World War Two after U.S. President Joe Biden already spoke of “a new world order.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Final polls before Nov. 1 elections show Netanyahu’s bloc just shy of parliamentary majority
Three separate final polls prior to Israel’s Nov. 1 elections showed opposition leader and Likud Party head Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing/religious bloc standing one seat shy of a parliamentary majority.
Inside the United States
Record High: 75% Of US Winter Wheat Suffers From Drought
La Niña has returned for the third consecutive winter, allowing for drier-than-average conditions across America's crop belt. Some farmers told Bloomberg that conditions are so dry that "fertilizer is evaporating from the soil, and plants are struggling to emerge from the ground."
What Some Schools Are Teaching Kids Is So Obscene, Parental Rights Activists Can’t Even Read It On TV
Parents and parental rights advocates seeking to shed light on what is being taught in schools say television stations won’t even broadcast what’s in their school curriculums because it’s too obscene.
Elon Musk Completes $44 Billion Twitter Takeover
Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, has completed his $44 billion takeover of Twitter and fired top executives, in a move that some hope will mean a boost for free speech.
Christian News
Bishops Discuss Peace As War Rages
Leaders of the Bishops' Conferences from Central and Eastern Europe gathered in Hungary’s capital Budapest to discuss a roadmap for peace as war rages in neighboring Ukraine.