US Missionary Kidnapped In South Africa; Prayers Urged
A U.S. missionary has been kidnapped in South Africa’s port city of Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape province, and his family has urged prayers for his “safe return,” Christians confirmed Friday.
Month: April 2025
Russian Palm Sunday Strike Kills Over 30 In Sumy
A Russian missile strike on Palm Sunday killed at least 32 people and injured nearly 100 others, including children, in the northern Ukrainian city of Sumy, local authorities said.
Gold Hits Record High Amid Global Trade War; Biblical Experts Not Surprised (Worthy News Focus)
Gold, mentioned often in Biblical times, appeared a safe- haven for investors fleeing turbulent stock markets amid an unprecedented trade war between the world’s largest economies vying for global dominance.
Trade War China, US Escalates With Beijing Imposing 125 Percent Tariffs; Markets React
The standoff between the world’s largest economies turned into a full-fledged trade war Friday, with China raising tariffs on imported goods from the U.S. to 125 percent and claiming further American levies would be seen around the globe as a “joke.”
China Stands Firm After Putting 125% Tariffs on U.S. Imports
Trade between the world’s two largest economies could soon come to a standstill as the U.S. and China dig in on trade war.
England Council Threatens Banning Street Peachers With Prison Terms
A Labour Party-run council in England wants to ban Christian street preachers with “an injunction,” or judicial order, that could result in lengthy prison sentences for violators.
Helicopter Crash In Hudson River Kills 6, Including Children (Video)
Six people, including three children, have died after a sightseeing helicopter crashed into New York City’s Hudson River Thursday, officials confirmed.
Trump States Israel Will Lead Military Strike Against Iran if Diplomacy Fails
President Donald Trump warned that if Iran doesn’t agree to Washington’s terms in the upcoming nuclear talks starting this Saturday, the U.S. might resort to military action, with Israel taking a lead role.
House Passes Voting Bill To Stop Illegal Immigrant Voting
The House approved the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, aimed at enhancing federal election security by restricting noncitizen voting, despite 208 Democrats opposing the measure supported by President Donald Trump.
House Passes $5.8 Trillion Budget Resolution to Make Trump Tax Cuts Permanent
President Donald Trump’s tax cuts are set for permanent extension after the House narrowly passed a $5.8 trillion over ten years concurrent budget resolution that seemed poised to fail.
House Passes Budget Resolution in Narrow 216-214 Vote to Advance Trump’s Agenda
After securing GOP support, the House passed a budget resolution on Thursday with a narrow 216-214 vote, enabling Congress to advance President Donald Trump’s extensive legislative agenda.
House Passes Bill Limiting District Court Judges From Pausing Executive Actions
Legislation banning federal district court judges from issuing nationwide injunctions passed the U.S. House Wednesday evening in an effort to address what Republicans call judicial overreach.
Inflation Slows in March, Surprising Experts
Inflation slowed last month, the first time inflation decreased in monthly data since 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to nee federal data.
DOGE Lists Over $380 Million in Likely Unemployment Fraud
The Department of Government Efficiency shared several examples of alleged unemployment fraud on its X account Thursday, the latest in its string of examples since President Donald Trump took office.
Panama, US To ‘Protect Panama Canal Against China’s Threats’
The United States and Panama have agreed to secure the strategic Panama Canal after Washington expressed concern about China’s perceived threats in the world’s busiest waterway.
France Plans June Recognition Palestine If Arabs Recognize Israel
French President Emmanuel Macron has suggested a road to peace in the Middle East, saying his nation could recognize a Palestinian state in June if “in turn” countries in the Middle East “recognize” the state of Israel.
Asia Shares Climb After Record Wall Street Rally
Asian shares climbed, and a manic bond selloff stabilized on Thursday after U.S. President Donald J. Trump said he would temporarily lower the hefty duties he had just imposed on dozens of countries.
England Primary School Axes Easter Celebrations Citing Diversity
A primary school in England is facing a Christian backlash over its decision to scrap Easter celebrations to “respect diverse religious beliefs,” with Muslims and other religious groups vying for attention.
Europe Urges US To Avoid Shock Withdrawal Of Troops
European allies are urging the United States to coordinate its plans to reduce thousands of troops from Europe amid concerns it could leave the continent vulnerable to attacks from Russia and other nations.
Israel Expands Buffer Zone in Gaza, Majority of Hamas Tunnels Remain Intact
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have made substantial progress in southern Gaza with minimal combat, broadening their buffer zone along the border, and launching over 1,000 airstrikes against Hamas, resulting in the elimination of more than 40 of its leaders and the discovery of numerous tunnels. However, only about a quarter of Hamas’s tunnels have been destroyed, according to security sources.