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Four-Year Manhunt Ends Deadly In New Zealand; Fugitive Father Killed, Children Safe
Four-Year Manhunt Ends Deadly In New Zealand; Fugitive Father Killed, Children Safe
Monday, September 8, 2025

A four-year manhunt ended tragically Monday when New Zealand police fatally shot fugitive father Tom Phillips during a shoot-out. All three of his children, now aged 9, 10, and 12, have been found safe after disappearing with him in late 2021.

Nepal’s Social Media Ban Unrest Kills 14
Nepal’s Social Media Ban Unrest Kills 14
Monday, September 8, 2025

At least 14 people were killed and dozens injured in Nepal’s capital Monday as riot police fired tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters trying to storm parliament over a sweeping social media shutdown and mounting corruption, state television said.

Survey: Most U.S. Christians Say Sin Is Real — But Many Won’t Call Themselves Sinners
Survey: Most U.S. Christians Say Sin Is Real — But Many Won’t Call Themselves Sinners
Monday, September 8, 2025

A new installment of Arizona Christian University’s American Worldview Inventory finds broad agreement that sin exists — yet far less willingness among Americans, including many Christians, to personally identify as sinners. Research director George Barna calls the trend a “body blow” tied to churches’ reluctance to teach on sin.

Israel ‘Facing War On Multiple Fronts’ After Jerusalem Attack Kills Six
Israel ‘Facing War On Multiple Fronts’ After Jerusalem Attack Kills Six
Monday, September 8, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that Israel is confronting a “war on multiple fronts” after two Palestinian gunmen opened fire at a bus stop in northern Jerusalem, killing six people and injuring more than 20 others.

Russian Pastor Sentenced Over Anti-War Sermon
Russian Pastor Sentenced Over Anti-War Sermon
Monday, September 8, 2025

Concerns grew Sunday about a frail elderly Russian pastor after he was sentenced to a prison camp for publicly criticizing Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Christians Hold Canal Praise Parade and March for Jesus in Amsterdam
Christians Hold Canal Praise Parade and March for Jesus in Amsterdam
Monday, September 8, 2025

A month after the LGBTQ+ community held its annual Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade in decorated boats, Christians sailed through the Dutch capital’s historic canals over the weekend with a message of hope: “Jesus Christ gives eternal life to anyone who believes in Him.”

Trump Task Force Report Alleges Biden Administration Weaponized Federal Government Against Christians
Trump Task Force Report Alleges Biden Administration Weaponized Federal Government Against Christians
Sunday, September 7, 2025

A new report released by the Trump-appointed Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias alleges that the Biden administration “weaponized the full weight of the federal government against Christians,” targeting faith communities across multiple agencies and departments.

Trump Pushes “Last Warning” Ceasefire and Hostage Deal in Gaza as Blood Moon Rises Over Israel
Trump Pushes “Last Warning” Ceasefire and Hostage Deal in Gaza as Blood Moon Rises Over Israel
Sunday, September 7, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that he believes a ceasefire and hostage exchange agreement in Gaza could be reached “very soon,” while issuing what he called a final ultimatum to Hamas.

Israel Expands Gaza City Offensive, Strikes High-Rises and Destroys Hamas Command Tunnel
Israel Expands Gaza City Offensive, Strikes High-Rises and Destroys Hamas Command Tunnel
Sunday, September 7, 2025

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) intensified operations in Gaza City over the weekend, targeting Hamas command infrastructure, demolishing underground tunnels, and striking multiple high-rise buildings the military said were being used for terrorist activity.

Government Building In Kyiv Burning As Russian Strike Kills 4
Government Building In Kyiv Burning As Russian Strike Kills 4
Sunday, September 7, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russia’s largest overnight air assault of the war, which struck central Kyiv and other areas on Sunday, killing at least four people—including a newborn baby—and setting the Cabinet of Ministers building ablaze.