2 U.S. service members killed, 1 missing after Iran strike on Jordan, military says

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Two U.S. service members were killed overnight Friday in an Iranian strike on a military base in Jordan, U.S. Central Command said Saturday. A third service member was also missing in action from the attack, CENTCOM said. Four other U.S. service members were medically evacuated to a hospital in Jordan and have since been discharged. Other service members were treated for minor injuries, according to the military. The identities of the American service members who died have not been released, pending notification of the next of kin. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reacted to the deaths of two U.S. service members in Jordan, saying Saturday in a social media post, “Godspeed, heroes.” “Their sacrifice only stiffens our resolve,” Hegseth said on X. Following that Iranian attack, U.S. forces launched a new round of airstrikes against Iran at the direction of President Trump, CENTCOM said Saturday evening.

It marked the eighth straight night of strikes on Iran since ceasefire talks broke down. “The strikes are designed to further degrade Iran’s ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and swiftly punish Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces who launched attacks against American service members in Jordan last night,” CENTCOM said. The deaths in the latest round of fighting mark the 15th and 16th among U.S. service members in the war with Iran. Prior to Saturday, the most recent death was that of a U.S. Navy pilot who died when his MH-60S helicopter made an emergency landing at sea last month, though the Navy said there was “no indication” of hostile action. Six service members were killed in an Iranian attack on a base in Kuwait in March. Also in March, six were killed when a refueling plane crashed in Iraq, and one was killed in an Iranian strike on the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia.

Source: 2 U.S. service members killed, 1 missing after Iran strike on Jordan, military says – CBS New York

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Trump says U.S. will blockade Strait of Hormuz and intercept ships that paid tolls to Iran

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President Trump said on Sunday that the U.S. Navy will begin blockading ships from entering or exiting the Strait of Hormuz and intercept vessels that have paid tolls to Iran, after marathon talks in Pakistan failed to yield an agreement to end the war. “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz,” the president said in a post on Truth Social on Sunday morning.  Mr. Trump also said he has instructed the Navy to “seek and interdict every vessel in International Waters that has paid a toll to Iran,” and that the U.S. would begin “destroying the mines the Iranians laid in the Straits.” 

“Any Iranian who fires at us, or at peaceful vessels, will be BLOWN TO HELL!” he added.  At least two vessels that have traversed the strait have paid Iran fees in Chinese yuan to guarantee safe passage, analysts from Lloyd’s List Intelligence said in a recent report. Analysts wrote that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps “has imposed a de facto ‘toll booth’ regime in the Strait of Hormuz, requiring vessels to submit full documentation, obtain clearance codes and accept IRGC-escorted passage through a single controlled corridor.” Iran has indicated that it might seek to impose a toll on all ships passing through the strait under a long-term peace deal.

Source: Trump says U.S. will blockade Strait of Hormuz and intercept ships that paid tolls to Iran – CBS News

Command those who are rich in this present age not to be haughty, nor to trust in uncertain riches but in the living God, who gives us richly all things to enjoy.
1 Timothy 6:17

Iran Has No Idea Where It Planted Mines In Strait Of Hormuz

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Iran reportedly failed to locate all the naval mines it deployed in the Strait of Hormuz, preventing it from quickly reopening the critical shipping lane. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said in an interview with ITV that the Iranian regime has laid naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. officials say Iranian forces seeded the strait with mines last month, however, Iran did not systematically track every placement and, in some cases, deployed mines in ways that allowed them to drift from their original positions, according to The New York Times.

Source: Iran Has No Idea Where It Planted Mines In Strait Of Hormuz | The Daily Caller

Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him!
Psalm 34:8

US embassy in Bahrain orders Americans to shelter in place amid Iran threat

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The U.S. Embassy in Bahrain told American citizens in the country to shelter in place on Tuesday, as the embassy in Egypt issued its own caution to Americans amid threats that Iran and its terror proxies may try to target American universities across the Middle East. The embassy in Manama directed all U.S. government employees, along with all other Americans in the country, to shelter in a secure structure and stay away from windows until further notice. “Iran and its aligned terrorist militias may intend to target American universities in Bahrain,” the embassy said. “Iran has specifically threatened American universities across the Middle East.”

Source: US embassy in Bahrain orders Americans to shelter in place amid Iran threat | Fox News

Who being the brightness of His glory and the express image of His person, and upholding all things by the word of His power, when He had by Himself purged our sins, sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high.
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Iran calls on its youth to form human chains around power plants after Trump warns of ‘complete demolition’

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Iran called on its youth Tuesday to form human chains around its power plants – after President Trump threatened to decimate the Islamic Republic’s energy infrastructure if it fails to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. “Power plants that are our national assets and capital, regardless of any taste or political viewpoint, belong to the future of Iran and to the Iranian youth,” Alireza Rahimi, secretary of the Supreme Council of Youth and Adolescents, said in a video aired on state TV. Government officials have called on students, artists, and athletes to form the human shields from 2 p.m. local time.

Source: Iran calls on its youth to form human chains around power plants after Trump warns of ‘complete demolition’

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Missing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says

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A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran was rescued by U.S. forces early Sunday morning local time, multiple U.S. officials told CBS News. The jet’s pilot was rescued Friday.  “WE GOT HIM!” President Trump confirmed in a Truth Social post. “My fellow Americans, over the past several hours, the United States Military pulled off one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in U.S. History, for one of our incredible Crew Member Officers, who also happens to be a highly respected Colonel, and who I am thrilled to let you know is now SAFE and SOUND!”

The president said that the rescued officer had “sustained injuries, but he will be just fine.” Of the rescue operation, the president said that “at my direction, the U.S. Military sent dozens of aircraft, armed with the most lethal weapons in the World, to retrieve him.” U.S. officials had previously told CBS News the jet was carrying a two-person crew when it was downed by Iranian forces Friday.  Iranian Revolutionary Guards took credit for the strike, alleging the jet was brought down in southwestern Iran Friday morning. Photos of debris that Iranian media said showed the wreckage of the downed U.S. fighter jet appeared consistent with an American F-15, two weapons experts told CBS News.

Source: Missing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says – CBS News

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Psalm 42:1

American fighter jet downed over Iran, 1 crew member rescued, U.S. officials say

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A U.S. F-15E fighter jet was downed over Iran Friday, and one crew member from the plane was later rescued by American forces, U.S. officials confirmed to CBS News.  The F-15E is flown by a two-member crew and a search and rescue effort is ongoing, sources said.  Earlier Friday, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard claimed it shot down a U.S. fighter jet over the middle of the country. Photos and video were circulating on social media, shared by Iranian state news outlets, suggesting at least one U.S. C-130 aircraft and two Black Hawk helicopters were spotted flying low over central and southwest Iran in what was described as a possible effort to locate and recover the crew.

CBS News reported earlier this week that the U.S. military had lost at least 16 MQ-9 Reaper drones over Iran since the war began, and three U.S. F-15 fighter jets were shot down over Kuwait in a “friendly fire incident” early in the conflict, but there were no casualties. The downing of the jet Friday comes after repeated assertions by President Trump, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and military commanders of U.S. air superiority that largely deprived Iran of attack capabilities and air defenses during the war.

Source: American fighter jet downed over Iran, 1 crew member rescued, U.S. officials say – CBS Atlanta

Have you not known? Have you not heard? The everlasting God, the LORD, The Creator of the ends of the earth, Neither faints nor is weary. His understanding is unsearchable.
Isaiah 40:28

Iran announces new strikes on U.S., Israeli targets hours ahead of Trump speech as he threatens to pull U.S. out of NATO

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What to know about the Iran war today: President Trump will deliver an update on the Iran war Wednesday night after saying he expects to end U.S. operations in two to three weeks. Mr. Trump is also expected to say that the U.S. military is meeting or exceeding its operational benchmarks, a White House official told CBS News. Iran announced a new wave of strikes on U.S. and Israeli targets hours ahead of Mr. Trump’s remarks.

Energy and stock markets reacted positively to Mr. Trump’s remarks about the war, with oil falling back below $100 per barrel despite Iran’s threat to target U.S. tech companies and warnings that leaving the Strait of Hormuz under Tehran’s control could cause lingering pain for the global economy. Mr. Trump has told Britain’s Telegraph newspaper he could attempt to pull the U.S. out of the transatlantic NATO alliance it’s led for more than seven decades, as he vents frustration at America’s closest allies for declining to join the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. Mr. Trump is expected to criticize NATO in his prime-time address, a source told CBS News. 

Source: Live Updates: Iran announces new strikes on U.S., Israeli targets hours ahead of Trump speech as he threatens to pull U.S. out of NATO

In God (I will praise His word), In God I have put my trust; I will not fear. What can flesh do to me?
Psalm 56:4

10 Americans injured in Iranian attack on Saudi air base

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Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to multiple U.S. officials. The attack consisted of Iranian missiles and drones, sources told CBS News. Two of the Americans were very seriously injured, sources said. Eight were seriously injured, which is a different category of injury under the military’s classification system. More than 300 American service members have been wounded in action as part of the U.S.’s war with Iran, most of whom have returned to duty, a U.S. Central Command spokesperson said Friday. 

Source: 10 Americans injured in Iranian attack on Saudi air base – CBS Minnesota

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John 13:34

The Top News Stories Today: March 26, 2026

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Here’s a roundup of the biggest stories blowing up across news outlets, social media (especially X), and video platforms right now. The Middle East conflict dominates the conversation, alongside tech spectacles and viral human-interest clips.

1. Iran Conflict Escalates: Trump Claims U.S. “Won the War,” Fresh Strikes and Mediation Talks

  • President Trump stated the U.S. has effectively won its conflict with Iran
    • He notes American planes fly over Tehran unopposed as Iran’s navy and air force are crippled. Israeli strikes continue, with reports of the IRGC Navy chief killed in Bandar Abbas and new missile impacts causing injuries and property damage in central Israel.
  • Israeli Takes Hit in Lebanon
    • Hezbollah claims hits on Israeli tanks in southern Lebanon; two killed in Abu Dhabi from a missile interception. Pakistan confirms U.S.-Iran mediation involving Turkey and Egypt, while Malaysia’s PM calls for talks to fully end the war.
  • Oil Prices Climbing
    • Oil prices spiked (Brent crude up 4%) amid Strait of Hormuz tensions. These updates are flooding X with live coverage and high-engagement posts. instagram.com +3
  • Iran-Israel-US War Enters Day 27 with Fresh Missile Barrages
    • Iran launched multiple waves of missiles toward Israel, escalating the conflict as U.S. and Israeli strikes continue across Iranian targets. Tehran rejected key elements of a U.S. ceasefire plan while reviewing others, with no immediate talks underway. cnn.com
  • Israel Claims Killing of Iranian IRGC Navy Chief in Airstrike
    • Israeli forces reported striking and killing Alireza Tangsiri, a top commander involved in Iran’s Strait of Hormuz operations. The hit occurred amid ongoing bombardments, with Iran yet to confirm.nytimes.com
  • Trump Urges Iran to Accept Ceasefire “Before It’s Too Late”
    • President Trump pressed Tehran to engage seriously on a U.S. proposal to end the fighting, warning of further consequences. Iran’s foreign minister said the plan is under review but emphasized Tehran will set its own terms for any resolution. reuters.com
  • Strait of Hormuz Tensions Spike Oil Prices and Global Supply Fears
    • Disruptions in the critical waterway (handling ~20% of global oil) have driven price volatility. Iran has threatened to target additional chokepoints like Bab el-Mandeb, prompting Trump to call on allies to help secure shipping lanes. informosio.com
  • Iran Accelerates Military Buildup on Strategic Kharg Island
    • Tehran is mining and fortifying Kharg Island—its main oil export hub—amid fears of U.S. or Israeli ground operations. Additional troops and air defenses have been deployed as the conflict risks broader energy infrastructure attacks. youtube.com

2. Humanoid Robots Go Viral at the White House

  • A major White House summit on educational technology featured Melania Trump arriving alongside an AI-powered humanoid robot, which then walked away silently. This follows a wave of viral robot videos on social media and TV.
  • NBC and others highlight the surge in robot appearances as a sign of accelerating AI integration into public life. Clips of the event are trending heavily. nbcnews.com +2

3. Signal Chat Leak Scandal Rocks Trump Administration

  • Top officials (including National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and Pete Hegseth) face intense backlash for discussing Yemen strike plans in a Signal group chat that accidentally included The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief. Democrats demand full text release; Trump is standing by his team.
  • The story is fueling nonstop morning-show coverage and partisan debate online. youtube.com +1

4.Deadly Ferry-Bus Crash in Bangladesh Kills at Least 24

  • A passenger bus plunged into the Padma River while boarding a ferry, resulting in dozens of deaths including children. Rescue operations are ongoing in one of the year’s worst maritime tragedies in South Asia. reuters.com

    5. Meta and Google Found Liable in Landmark U.S. Social Media Addiction Trial

    • A jury ruled the tech giants responsible for harming children and teens, setting up a major legal battle over Section 230 liability protections with global implications for platform regulation. reuters.com

    6.G7 Leaders Meet Amid Wars in Iran and Ukraine, Eyeing Unpredictable U.S. Role

    • Foreign ministers gathered against the backdrop of dual conflicts, with discussions on how to respond to the Middle East crisis and Russia’s actions while navigating Trump administration policies.reuters.com

    7. Russia Hopes for Fresh Ukraine Talks with U.S. “As Soon as Conditions Allow”

    • Moscow signaled openness to a new round of negotiations brokered with Washington, following recent Black Sea naval ceasefire moves and amid ongoing fighting in occupied territories. reuters.com

    8. Pakistan’s Request Spared Two Senior Iranian Officials from Israeli Hit List

    • Israel removed Foreign Minister Araqchi and parliamentary speaker Qalibaf from targeting after a direct appeal via the U.S. from Pakistan, highlighting back-channel diplomacy in the wider regional crisis. reuters.com

    9. Other Fast-Spreading Viral Clips and Stories

    • Bangladesh ferry-bus tragedy: At least 24 dead (including children) after a passenger bus plunged into the Padma River. Rescue video and body-recovery footage are circulating widely. instagram.com
    • Kentucky family rejects $26 million land offer: Their stunned reaction video has racked up millions of views and shares. youtube.com
    • Metro Detroit Zoom court fail: Woman caught driving during a virtual hearing, then lying to the judge—bodycam-style clip is everywhere. clickondetroit.com
    • Landmark social-media verdict: Ongoing coverage of a major ruling holding Meta and YouTube accountable for harm to children/teens is gaining traction alongside OnlyFans billionaire’s sudden death at 43. nytimes.com

    These stories are moving fastest on X, Instagram Reels, and morning news shows, with the Iran developments and robot event leading engagement metrics. The situation in the Middle East remains fluid, check live updates for the latest.

    Source: Grok on X

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    Iran threatens world tourism sites, says it is still building missiles

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    Three weeks into an escalating war in the Middle East, Iran threatened Friday to expand its retaliatory attacks to include recreational and tourist sites worldwide, as the U.S. announced it was sending more warships and Marines to the region. The U.S. deployed more warships and another 2,500 Marines.

    Hours later, President Donald Trump said on social media that his administration in fact was considering “winding down” military operations in the region. His post came after another climb in oil plunged the U.S. stock market.

    Source: Iran threatens world tourism sites, says it is still building missiles

    The young lions lack and suffer hunger; But those who seek the LORD shall not lack any good thing.
    Psalm 34:10

    Iran hangs 3 people, including teen wrestler, in first executions over January protests

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    Two sources confirmed to CBS News that Saleh Mohammadi, a young member of Iran’s national wrestling team, was among the three men executed in Iran.

    Source: Iran hangs 3 people, including teen wrestler, in first executions over January protests – CBS News

    For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And that my soul knows very well.
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    Jerusalem is increasingly under fire amid Middle East unrest

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    As sirens blared warning of incoming missiles, John and his family kids ages 10, 5 and 3 were sheltering inside their Old City home when they heard a crash on their roof

    Source: Jerusalem is increasingly under fire amid Middle East unrest | World

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    Recent News on Christian Persecution (March 11 – March 18, 2026)

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    Advocacy groups including International Christian Concern (ICC), Open Doors, and Persecution Relief released multiple reports this week documenting fresh incidents of violence, arrests, and systemic discrimination. The global picture remains unchanged: roughly 388 million Christians (about 1 in 7 worldwide) continue to face high or extreme levels of persecution according to the 2026 World Watch List.

    1. India – Mob Assault on 28 Christian Families in Chhattisgarh

    • On March 10 (reported March 16), a mob in Millampalli village, Sukma district, attacked 28 Christian families with wooden rods and sticks. The families had been denied government food rations since November 2025 solely because of their faith; when they complained, a local food inspector allegedly incited the violence and issued threats. Police complaints were filed, but witnesses claim authorities showed bias or inaction.

    2. Nigeria – Fulani Militia Attacks Continue in Plateau State

    • A March 17 ICC report highlighted ongoing raids by Fulani militants and bandits on Christian farming communities in Barkin Ladi, Riyom, and Bokkos areas. Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo of the Church of Christ in Nations publicly stated that repeated appeals for protection, including direct outreach to the U.S. administration, have gone unanswered, leaving Middle Belt Christians exposed despite broader U.S. military operations elsewhere in the country. Churches and homes remain primary targets.

    3. Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) – Weekly ADF/ISIS-Linked Violence

    • ICC’s March 13 briefing detailed near-weekly attacks by the ISIS-affiliated Allied Democratic Forces in eastern provinces. Christians are being murdered, abducted, and displaced, with churches deliberately destroyed as militants seek to impose stricter Islamic rule. The situation has worsened in recent months, with hundreds killed or kidnapped in targeted Christian villages.

    4. Cuba – Pastor Arrested for Posting Bible Teaching Online

    • On March 15, Pastor Rolando Pérez Lora was arrested after uploading a simple Bible teaching video to YouTube. The arrest drew international attention March 16–18, underscoring growing restrictions on online Christian expression in Cuba. Local believers and advocacy groups are calling for his immediate release.

    5. Iran & China – Heightened Pressure Amid Conflict and Surveillance

    • Open Doors issued updated “Dispatches from Iran” (March 17) noting that at least 48 Christians remain imprisoned amid regional chaos, communication blackouts, and economic hardship affecting underground churches. In China, ICC’s new feature “Persecution Has No Borders” detailed intensified domestic surveillance plus overseas harassment of Chinese Christians abroad through “police stations” and digital monitoring.

    6. China – “Persecution Has No Borders”

    • ICC’s March 17 feature emphasized the Chinese Communist Party’s expanding reach: intensified surveillance, church demolitions, and “Sinicization” campaigns inside China, alongside overseas “police stations” harassing Chinese Christians abroad. Long-term prisoners and families of detainees continue to suffer, with authorities tightening controls on online Bible studies and house churches.

    7. Iran – Christians Endure War Chaos and Imprisonment

    • Open Doors issued a March 17 dispatch on the situation inside Iran amid regional conflict. At least 48 Christians remain imprisoned, many in the overcrowded and chaotic Evin Prison, while others are missing. Communication blackouts, economic collapse, and forced conscription have hit underground churches particularly hard. Believers have been actively supporting displaced families, demonstrating remarkable resilience despite the risks of arrest for “apostasy” or “propaganda against the regime.”

    8. Broader Regional Warnings

    • Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) reiterated that escalating violence in the Middle East threatens the very survival of ancient Christian communities. The Vatican and UN statements this week again described anti-Christian persecution as the most widespread form of religious oppression globally.
    • The Vatican and several UN statements this week reiterated warnings about the scale of anti-Christian violence, especially in conflict zones. European commentators also discussed “polite persecution” , subtle legal and cultural pressures in Western societies, alongside the more violent incidents in the Global South. No major new policy shifts were announced, but advocacy groups continue pressing Western governments for stronger diplomatic action.

    These reports emphasize both sudden violence and long-term systemic pressures. Relief organizations are actively providing emergency aid, legal assistance, and documentation. For ongoing monitoring, the primary sources remain ICC (persecution.org), Open Doors, and ACN.

    Source: Grok on X

    For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?
    Mark 8:36

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    Suspected Iran-Linked Terror Group Targets Jewish Sites Across Europe

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    A previously unknown terrorist organization with suspected links to Iran has claimed responsibility for a series of attacks on Jewish targets across Europe, raising alarms among security officials and Jewish communities.

    Source: Suspected Iran-Linked Terror Group Targets Jewish Sites Across Europe – Worthy Christian News

    Now may the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God and into the patience of Christ.
    2 Thessalonians 3:5

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    Gov Walz Pardons Convicted Illegal Aliens Blocking Deportation in Minnesota

    On Wednesday, Democrat Minnesota Governor Tim Walz pardoned a criminal illegal alien convicted of armed robbery – preventing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from being able to use the conviction as grounds for deportation. Jai Vang, an illegal alien from Laos, who was convicted of aiding and abetting and armed robbery in Hennepin County…

    1 miner rescued after more than a week trapped in flooded Laos cave

    At least one Laos gold miner has been brought out of a flooded cave where monsoon rains trapped a group for over a week, according to a Laotian rescue organization.  Rescue Volunteer for People said on social media that a person, who was not named, was brought out safely at 8:37 p.m. local time on Friday. It…

    Pentagon identifies six airmen killed in plane crash in Iraq

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    A squadron operations chief who had recently earned her wings as a pilot, a major overseeing flight training for dozens of airmen, and a young boom operator remembered for his “million-dollar smile” were among six US Air Force airmen killed when an aircraft crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, the Pentagon said.

    Source: Pentagon identifies six airmen killed in plane crash in Iraq | CNN Politics

    As the deer pants for the water brooks, So pants my soul for You, O God.
    Psalm 42:1

    Florida troopers net 249 in multi-agency immigration sweep

    Florida Highway Patrol teamed up with five federal, state and local agencies this month for a three-day immigration enforcement operation along South Florida highways that resulted in 249 arrests and transfers to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, according to Fox News Digital, which rode along during the sweep.The operation, dubbed Operation 9 by FHP, assembled more…

    Suspect in killings of 3 elderly men in Hawaii arrested after massive manhunt

    A man wanted in connection with the killings of three men was apprehended Thursday after a massive search of Hawaii’s Big Island that had left residents on edge. Police said Jacob Baker, 36, of Pahoa, Hawaii, was arrested on suspicion of murder, burglary and other charges following a search that involved “significant resources,” including help…

    Bat found in Irvine Regional Park tests positive for rabies

    The Orange County Healthcare Agency said a bat found in Irvine Regional Park has tested positive for rabies. Public health officials said the bat was found at the park at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 24. They urged anyone who may have physically contacted the bat or seen someone else touch it to call the…

    Blue Origin New Glenn rocket explodes on launch pad in Florida

    A powerful New Glenn rocket owned by Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin exploded in a spectacular fireball Thursday, sending billowing clouds of fire, smoke and flaming debris into the night sky in a tremendous conflagration visible for miles around. The explosion occurred around 9 p.m. EDT as engineers were counting down to a brief test firing…

    U.S. offers $10 million reward, chance to relocate for information on Iran’s leaders: “Send us a tip”

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    The State Department is seeking information on Iran’s new supreme leader and nine other “key leaders” in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

    Source: U.S. offers $10 million reward, chance to relocate for information on Iran’s leaders: “Send us a tip” – CBS News

    But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers.
    1 Peter 4:7

    Riverside County beekeeper loses 80 hives, millions of bees in Verona Fire

    A Riverside County beekeeper says that last week’s Verona Fire, which broke out near Hemet and burned hundreds of acres, caused him to lose 80 hives and millions of bees.  Brandon Teller, of BeeDoctor Bee Removal, says the loss could have a critical impact on the region’s farmers and shoppers. “As the beekeeper, that’s devastating…

    Dems cut ties with scandal-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in party

    Top Democratic officials and lawmakers are breaking with Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner as his past blunders and online history stack up.  Platner’s ascendency to the top of the ticket in Vacationland broke with the Democratic establishment in Washington, D.C., and since Maine Gov. Janet Mills exited from the race, questions about whether he is the…

    High E. coli levels along Chattahoochee River force business closures after days of rain

    Elevated E. coli levels along parts of the Chattahoochee River are forcing some businesses to temporarily shut down operations as officials continue monitoring unsafe water conditions following days of heavy rain. The Chattahoochee Riverkeeper says spikes in bacteria levels after storms are common, but experts say the duration of the current contamination event is unusual.…

    Dog shoots woman with shotgun at Nebraska convenience store

    Police responding to reports of a shotgun blast at a convenience store sounds like the opening of countless American crime movies, but when cops in Nebraska responded to a recent such call they found an unusual culprit: a dog. Local TV station KNOP News 2 reported that police in the town of Scottsbluff were called…

    3 Pastors Killed Returning from Peace Conference

    Three tribal church pastors from the Thadou Baptist Association (TBA) of India were killed, and four others were injured in an armed ambush on May 13 in Kangpokpi district of Manipur. Roughly 10 armed men used automatic weapons to shoot two vehicles carrying the church leaders as they returned from a peace and reconciliation conference…

    Sea lion makes splash at Monterey Bay race as it joins canoe crew

    A racing team slicing through the waters of Monterey Bay over Memorial Day weekend got the shock of a lifetime when an overexcited sea lion launched itself straight onto their outrigger canoe in a now-viral moment caught on camera. The wild encounter unfolded during the Monterey Hoe Wa’a race on May 23, when the marine…

    Video shows deer breaking into Minnesota Montessori school

    School was not in session over the holiday weekend, but a four-legged friend still managed to pay a visit to a Zimmerman, Minnesota, Montessori school. The entire incident lasted less than 10 minutes, but left Prairie Hill Montessori with a shattered door and quite the story to tell. “We got a call, we were up…

    Small plane crashes at Sonoma Valley Airport; 3 injured

    A small plane crashed at an airport in Sonoma County on Wednesday, injuring three people, authorities said. The crash happened at about 4:20 p.m. at the Sonoma Valley Airport, also known locally as the Schellville Airport, in Sonoma. The plane ended upside down with major damage inside a watery ditch adjacent to the runway. The…

    Officials downplay risk of Iranian drone attacks off California after FBI memo, but Newsom says state is “prepared”

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    FBI memo warning that Iran may try to launch drones at California in a seaborne “surprise attack” raised concern Wednesday — but officials tell CBS News there is no known, specific threat underpinning it.

    Source: Officials downplay risk of Iranian drone attacks off California after FBI memo, but Newsom says state is “prepared” – CBS News

    And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.
    Ephesians 4:32

    Chester, Pennsylvania, police officer hospitalized after violent attack while responding to burglary

    A Chester police officer is expected to recover after authorities say he was violently attacked Tuesday morning while responding to a reported domestic burglary. According to the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office, Officer Michael Tierney approached a man connected to a reported burglary near Meadow Lane and West 9th Street in Chester when the suspect…

    Invasive pest found on Costco plants a threat to California Wine Country vineyards, officials warn

    Authorities in Northern California alerted residents on Tuesday about an invasive species found on plants from Costco that could threaten the region’s vineyards and other agriculture in the region. Agriculture officials in Marin, Napa, Nevada and Solano counties issued a consumer alert “urgently asking residents to take immediate action” after glassy-winged sharpshooters were found on grapevines…

    Heavy rains in Marietta lead to spike in emergency tree removal calls

    The owner of a Marietta tree cutting service says business is up this week as residents grow concerned about the effects of heavy rain on their trees. Tree-cutting crews report they are working nonstop, removing trees as more severe storms are forecast. Crews with Top Tier Trees cut down a tree that fell in the…

    Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigns after internal probe into his conduct, mayor says

    Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara has resigned following an internal investigation into his conduct, the mayor announced Tuesday evening.  In a press conference, Mayor Jacob Frey said Assistant Police Chief Katie Blackwell is the acting police chief effective immediately.  In a written reprimand to the police chief, Frey said an investigation into O’Hara’s behavior found…

    North Korea fires short-range ballistic missile and other weapons toward sea, South says, in latest weapons demo

    Seoul, South Korea — North Korea launched a short-range ballistic missile and other weapons toward the sea on Tuesday, South Korea’s military said, the latest in a series of weapons demonstrations by North Korea this year. The missile fired from Jongju, a city near the North’s west coast, flew about 80 kilometers (50 miles), South Korea’s…

    Memorial Day parades taking place across NYC this weekend

    Memorial Day parades are taking place all across New York City’s five boroughs this weekend. Paradegoers may want to pack their umbrella before heading out, however. Inaugural NYC Memorial Day walk Five Borough Veterans will host its first Memorial Day Walk on Sunday, uniting veterans, military families and local community members.  The free walk begins…

    Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei injured in strikes which killed his father

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    Iran says its new supreme leader was injured during US-Israeli airstrikes, following speculation that he was hiding from public view in part because of his wounds.

    Source: Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei injured in strikes which killed his father | World News | Sky News

    In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, But he who restrains his lips is wise.
    Proverbs 10:19

    Crews working California chemical leak in Orange County make cautious progress in overnight operation, officials say

    California firefighters made cautious progress during an all-night operation Sunday to test the pressure inside a cracked tank at the center of a toxic chemical leak in Orange County, officials told CBS News, as more than 50,000 people remain under evacuation orders. In an incident update posted on X, Orange County Fire Authority Interim Chief…

    Colorado tourism railroad postpones summer operations due to drought conditions, wildfire concern

    The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad (C&TS), originally scheduled to open its 2026 season on Saturday, announced earlier this week that it will postpone operations due to severe drought conditions and elevated wildfire danger across the region. C&TS management held an emergency meeting and voted to postpone opening until June 9. Management will conduct a…

    California Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency for Orange County chemical leak as DA launches probe into its cause

    California Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency in Orange County on Saturday as officials desperately search for a safe resolution to a leaking toxic chemical tank at an aerospace facility. “The safety of Orange County residents is the top priority,” Newsom said. “We are mobilizing every state resource available to support local responders and make…

    Ice cream sold in 17 states recalled for potential metal fragments

    Straus Family Creamery is voluntarily recalling a variety of organic ice cream flavors and sizes sold in 17 states because of concerns there may be metal fragments in the frozen treats, the Food and Drug Administration said Friday.  No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the FDA said.  The recall affects some products…

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    Democratic Sen. John Fetterman says war with Iran has been “effective”

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    “I think, overall, what’s accomplished is remarkable,” Sen. John Fetterman told CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett in an interview Wednesday.

    Source: Democratic Sen. John Fetterman says war with Iran has been “effective” – CBS News

    Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
    Matthew 11:28

    The tale of a Ford, a nest, and a Robin

    A Ford dealership in Kansas can’t let a customer take home an already-bought F-250 Super Duty, and the reason is for the birds—quite literallySee, Olathe Ford of Olathe, Kansas, which posted its conundrum to Facebook, is dealing with an unusual circumstance: a robin has decided to make a nest and lay its eggs on the…

    Wildfire-hit residents in northern Minnesota can now return home to assess damage

    Residents of Minnesota’s North Shore can now return home to assess damage caused by wildfires, according to the Minnesota Incident Command System. The Stewart Trail Fire near Two Harbors is now fully contained after scorching hundreds of acres, but command system officials day crews are still working in the area.  Mattie Taylor was celebrating her…

    Severe storms in Maryland cause damage, uproot trees in some communities

    A strong storm powered through Maryland on Wednesday, uprooting trees in some communities and bringing heavy downpours. The line of storms contained damaging wind gusts of up to 60 mph, along with lightning, blinding rainfall, and hail. Trees fall during severe weather Along Bowers Avenue in Baltimore, a tree toppled over on a car and…

    U.S. says suspected drug trafficker rescued from plane crash off Florida linked to Bahamas politician

    Opposition leaders in the Bahamas are demanding an investigation into a suspected drug trafficker who survived a recent plane crash near Florida and was allegedly found with roughly $30,000, according to a U.S. federal agent. The money was inside a bag labeled with the name of an unidentified high-ranking politician from the archipelago. The suspect,…

    Several Twin Cities police departments considering the use of drones as first responders

    Several municipalities in the Twin Cities metro area are considering a program that would make drones first responders, essentially sending a camera in the sky to 911 calls ahead of police and firefighters. The Edina Police Department just concluded a two-week trial period and the Bloomington Police Department started testing drones soon after.  “[The drones]…

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    80 warheads in one Iranian missile: What are cluster bombs and why is Israel worried about them?

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    Iran is increasingly using cluster munitions in missile strikes on Israel during the 2026 conflict, raising civilian safety concerns as these weapons spread multiple explosives across large areas and leave dangerous unexploded bombs.

    Source: 80 warheads in one Iranian missile: What are cluster bombs and why is Israel worried about them?

    Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!
    Psalm 46:10

    Costco electric kettle recalled after fire hazard leaves person burned

    More than 113,000 electric kettles sold at Costco and HomeGoods have been recalled after reports that the handles can detach and spill hot water, including one reported second-degree burn, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall, announced May 14, involves ZWILLING J. A. Henckels Aktiengesellschaft Enfinigy Kettle and Enfinigy Kettle Pro electric…

    Driver intentionally drove Cybertruck into North Texas lake to use vehicle’s “Wade Mode”, police say

    First responders had to remove a Tesla Cybertruck from Grapevine Lake late Monday evening, after the Grapevine Police Department said the driver intentionally drove it into the water. Grapevine Police Officers responded to the Katie’s Woods Park boat ramp, located off Katie’s Woods Drive, around 8 p.m. They arrived and found the Cybertruck in the…

    Rep. Thomas Massie becomes latest GOP incumbent to fall in primary after Trump backs challenger

    Trump-backed Ed Gallrein defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District Republican primary on Tuesday, CBS News has projected.  Massie is the latest incumbent Republican to fall in a primary to a challenger endorsed by President Trump, who has successfully targeted a number of Republicans he has deemed his adversaries in recent primaries.  Last…

    Primary Elections; May 19, 2026

    Today, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, is a major primary election day in six states: Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Oregon, and Pennsylvania. These are mostly partisan primaries (Democratic and Republican) to select nominees for the November 3, 2026, general election. Races include U.S. Senate, U.S. House, governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, state legislature,…

    Maine high school students accidentally serve a dirt pie at a charity dinner

    Teenagers are known for dishing out the dirt, but not quite like this. Students at a high school in Maine were fed potting soil at a community service event raising money to fight hunger, in a bizarre incident the school called “an unfortunate accident.” Students at Medomack Valley High School in Waldoboro had baked a batch…

    Wildfires in northern Minnesota spreading to hundreds of acres

    It’s a desperate fight— on the ground and in the air— against the spread of massive, destructive wildfires in northern Minnesota. The Flanders wildfire near Breezy Point is the largest— 1500 acres and growing, with zero containment.     “You know, it’s an incredible amount of destruction we’ve seen in the last couple of days,” says…

    Beloved Detroit Zoo chimpanzee Abby dies at age 42

    Abby, a chimpanzee who has spent the last 38 years at the Detroit Zoo, has died, zoo officials announced on Thursday. She was 42. Zoo officials say Abby was “compassionately euthanized this week following a decline in her health related to kidney failure.” “Our veterinary and animal care teams worked closely to keep her comfortable…

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    US says Russia providing Iran intelligence: Sources Say

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    The U.S. believes that Russia has been providing Iran the locations of American troops in the Middle East, including aircraft and ships, according to two people familiar with the intelligence. The alleged assistance, first reported by The Washington Post, is alarming because it would enable the Iranians to target specific locations with ballistic missiles and drones, putting U.S. service members at risk.

    Source: US says Russia providing Iran intelligence: Sources – ABC News

    Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.
    Colossians 3:2

    Pittsburgh Zoo acquires 33-year-old Little Joe in gorilla trade with Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo

    Pittsburgh and Boston are making a trade. But instead of negotiating with athletes, they’re swapping gorillas.  The Pittsburgh Zoo announced on Thursday that it’s saying goodbye to Frankie, a 7-year-old male western lowland gorilla who was born to mom Moka in 2018, and welcoming 33-year-old silverback Little Joe from Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo.  The Pittsburgh…

    Abortion Survivor; Amy’s Story

    My story is unique in that it has two beginnings. I was born on June 6, 1980, in Ashland, Oregon. A young lady, probably a student at a nearby university, learned that she was pregnant. Medical records tell me that she discovered her pregnancy in May of that year, not even a month before I…

    Trump says U.S. has killed Islamic State leader in Nigeria

    President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader of the Islamic State group, in a “meticulously planned and very complex mission.” Mr. Trump described al-Minuki as the Islamic State’s second-in-command globally and “the most active terrorist in the world.”  “He will no longer terrorize the people…

    Bear sighting reported at UC Davis campus

    A young bear appears to be roaming the UC Davis campus Friday morning, prompting an alert from school officials. In a WarnMe notification sent out just after midnight, UC Davis police said they were investigating reports of a bear sighting on campus. Videos posted to social media show a juvenile bear walking around the western…

    Republicans Investigate Foreign Influence Ties To American Universities

    A group of congressional Republicans are investigating foreign entities aligned with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) allegedly attempting to influence and infiltrate American universities, the Daily Caller exclusively learned. Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee Chairman Bill Cassidy and some GOP colleagues are looking into nine universities over alleged foreign ties to the…

    Brookhaven preschool director and teacher arrested on child cruelty charges involving toddlers, police say

    The director of a Brookhaven preschool and its lead teacher have been arrested following multiple allegations of cruelty to children in their care.  Detectives with the Brookhaven Police Department began investigating reports of abuse of children at the Oglethorpe Presbyterian Pre-School and Kindergarten in early May. And on Thursday, 63-year-old Beverly J. Moon and 27-year-old…

    1 killed, 3 injured in boat crash on Lake Vermilion

    One person was killed and three others were hurt in a boat crash on a northern Minnesota lake Tuesday evening, authorities said. The crash occurred near Manbeck Island on Lake Vermilion around 6:20 p.m., according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. Multiple people were “thrown from boats and into the water,” the sheriff’s office…

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    About 140 US troops have been wounded in the Iran war, including 8 severely

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    The vast majority of these injuries have been minor, and 108 service members have already returned to duty,” Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said in an emailed statement. Eight U.S. service members are currently “severely injured,” Parnell added.

    Source: Live updates: US says 140 troops wounded in Iran war with no end in sight | AP News

    Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another.
    Romans 12:10

    Abortion Survivor; Michele’s Story

    “My story began in the pre-Roe v. Wade era of 1962. As the youngest of seven children in a large, financially struggling family, my conception came at a particularly challenging time for my parents. With the assistance of her OBGYN, my mother attempted to end her pregnancy. Miraculously, I survived the abortion attempt, even after…

    Black bear sightings confirmed in Flat Rock-Rockwood, Carleton areas

    The Michigan DNR says residents in two Southeast Michigan communities have reported black bear sightings in recent days.  According to the DNR, the first sighting happened around 1:13 a.m. on May 10 when a black bear was captured on a cellular trail camera near Carleton in Monroe County.  Source: Black bear sightings confirmed in Flat…

    Mountain lion sighting reported in Davis, residents urged to be on alert

    Davis residents are being urged to be on alert after a possible mountain lion was spotted on the outskirts of town. According to the Davis Police Department, the sighting was reported Wednesday evening near Kestrel Place and the nearby bike path in the North Davis area. While mountain lions are known to usually try and…

    Pennsylvania woman finds 3.09-carat white diamond at state park in Arkansas

    A woman from Pennsylvania found a 3.09-carat white diamond at a state park in Arkansas. Keshia Smith found the diamond during a visit to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Pike County, Arkansas State Parks said in a post on Facebook on Monday.  Source: Pennsylvania woman finds 3.09-carat white diamond at state park in Arkansas…

    Florida fire map shows live updates on wildfires burning in Broward and Miami-Dade

    Two wildfires in Broward and Miami-Dade counties are now mostly contained after burning thousands of acres and impacting air quality across parts of South Florida for days, according to the Florida Forest Service and other state and local agencies. The fires are highlighted on Florida’s Active Wildfire Points map, an interactive tool that tracks current…

    Visitors travel for miles to see Carley State Park’s wildflowers

    There’s a place in Wabasha County, Minnesota, where people go wild for wildflowers. Each spring, Carley State Park, one of the smallest in the state, draws thousands of flower-seeking visitors. “Bluebells are absolutely what people come to Carley to see,” said Jeremy Darst, interpretive naturalist for the park. The bluebells are nature’s handiwork, and here…

    Chinese Communist Party Erasing Religion with Village Renaming Effort

    The 630 changes exhibit a greater campaign within China toward eliminating all religious belief, according to Reggie Littlejohn, founder and president of Women’s Rights Without Frontiers. Catalina Scheider Galiñanes, June 25, 2024 – National Catholic Register The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has enacted a campaign of widespread renaming of villages across the Xinjiang province, in…

    Eileen Wang resigns, will plead guilty to acting as Chinese agent

    A Southern California mayor has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government, and has resigned from her city position, officials said Monday. Eileen Wang, the mayor of Arcadia, was charged in April with one count of acting in the United States as an illegal agent of a foreign…

    First Human Cornea Transplant Using 3D Printed, Lab-Grown Tissue Restores Sight in a ‘Game Changer’ for Millions Who are Blind

    The first successful human implant of a 3D-printed cornea made from human eye cells cultured in a laboratory has restored a patient’s sight. The North Carolina-based company that developed the cornea described the procedure as a ‘world first’—and a major milestone toward its goal of alleviating the lack of available donor tissue and long wait-times…

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    Hegseth says today will be the ‘most intense day of strikes’ in war against Iran

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    The US defense secretary says the military is increasing attacks on the regime

    Source: Middle East crisis live: Hegseth says today will be the ‘most intense day of strikes’ in war against Iran

    Whom have I in heaven but You? And there is none upon earth that I desire besides You.
    Psalm 73:25

    Winter Storm Warning: 10 Inches of Snow, 50 mph Winds Coming This Week

    Certain areas of the Midwest are experiencing higher snowfall and wind speeds this week. The National Weather Service has confirmed that snowy conditions will continue into next week across some areas of the Midwest. After a few weeks of heavy snowfall throughout the Rockies, conditions in Wyoming and Montana have calmed down over the past few days.…

    Colorado’s A-Basin Ski Area extends season after recent snowfall

    Thanks to the significant snowfall in Colorado’s mountains this week, Arapahoe Basin has announced it will be extending the ski season. The snowstorm totals from Tuesday and Wednesday ranged from a few inches in some places to over two feet in others. A-Basin said it received 9 inches of snow during the storm. In a…

    Virginia Supreme Court tosses out congressional map that favored Democrats

    The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday tossed out a congressional redistricting referendum passed by Virginia voters last month, striking a blow to Democrats hoping to gain a more favorable map and increase their number of seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.  The decision overturns voters’ approval of a new congressional map that would have given…

    Denver Public Schools considering banning cellphones during school hours

    Denver Public Schools is now considering a bell-to-bell policy, which would mean students wouldn’t be able to use their cellphones, not even during passing periods and lunch. It would also include other personal devices such as laptops, smartwatches, and wireless earbuds to prevent students from working around the phone ban. All Colorado school districts must…

    Red flag warning issued in central, northwestern Minnesota Friday afternoon

    A red flag warning will go into effect Friday afternoon in northwestern and central Minnesota due to extreme fire risk conditions, the state’s Department of Natural Resources says. The warning is issued for 24 counties and will last from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.  The impacted counties include: Becker, Benton, Cass, Chippewa, Clay, Crow Wing,…

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    Map shows where Americans could perish in a nuclear strike as war with Iran escalates

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    We found a new map that has revealed where 75% of the US population would perish in a nuclear attack on American soil. It comes from fear of a WW III as the US launched an aggressive attack on Iran. This is not for fear just found it interesting.

    Source: Chilling map shows where 250 million Americans could perish in a nuclear strike as war with Iran escalates | Daily Mail Online

    For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
    Romans 8:38-39

    Two teens injured in Bloomington shooting

    Two teenagers were injured in a shooting in Bloomington, Minnesota, Monday night, police said. It happened around 10:10 p.m. on the 7900 block of Bloomington Avenue South, according to the city’s police department. Responding officers found a 16-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy with gunshot wounds. Both were taken to a hospital. The girl was…

    Stolen truck runs red light, crashes into playground outside Southwest Philadelphia school, police say

    A driver in a stolen utility truck sped through a red light and crashed into a playground outside S. Weir Mitchell Elementary in Southwest Philadelphia on Tuesday afternoon, police said.  Police on Wednesday announced 18-year-old Robert Littlepage Jr., of Douglasville, Georgia, was arrested and will be charged with attempted carjacking, aggravated assault and related offenses.…

    Minneapolis City Council unanimously passes gun control ordinance

    The Minneapolis City Council unanimously passed a gun control ordinance on Thursday, which includes a ban on assault-style weapons, large-capacity magazines, ghost guns and would restrict firearms in some public places.  The measure’s future is unclear, however, because state preemption laws prevent cities from creating their own gun ordinances. A spokesperson for Mayor Jacob Frey…

    Tree falls on Massachusetts school playground, injuring 2 children, adult

    Two children and an adult were injured after a large tree fell onto a school playground in Melrose, Massachusetts on Monday afternoon. The city is calling it a “serious accident.” It happened at the Winthrop Elementary School just moments after school was let out for the day. “It was after school; kids were playing on…

    Cyberattack shutters Canvas learning platform for schools across the U.S.

    A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline Thursday due to a cyberattack, creating chaos as students tried to study for finals and underscoring education’s dependence on technology. The hacking group named ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the breach at Instructure, the company behind the learning management system Canvas, said Luke Connolly, a…

    Good & Gather snack, other nut mixes recalled due to salmonella risk

    An Illinois food manufacturer is recalling several snack products due to concerns that they may be contaminated with salmonella, according to a recall notice with the Food and Drug Administration. The recall affects nut mixes and a corn mix manufactured by John B. Sanfilippo and Son and sold under the brand names Southern Style Nuts, Fisher,…

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    Iran women’s soccer team signals distress after anthem protest

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    Iranian American journalist Masih Alinejad is urging the Australian government to protect members of Iran’s women’s national soccer team after she said the players were labeled “war-time traitors” and flashed what she described as an SOS hand signal while returning to Iran.

    Source: Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei, son of late ruler, new supreme leader as oil prices soar | Live Updates from Fox News Digital

    Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God! Therefore the world does not know us, because it did not know Him.
    1 John 3:1

    Food manufacturer Cento is committing “tomato fraud,” lawsuit alleges

    Two California residents are suing Cento Fine Foods, alleging the company engaged in “tomato fraud” by claiming that the tomatoes in one of its canned products are the authentic “San Marzano Certified” version from Italy. The plaintiffs claim that Cento’s “Certified San Marzano” labeling is “false, misleading and unfair,” alleging that the product lacks an…

    Takedown Targets Open-Air Drug Market at L.A.’s MacArthur Park, Long an Area Run by Gang Members and Homeless Drug Users

    LOS ANGELES – Eighteen defendants, including two people law enforcement believes are the main sources of fentanyl and methamphetamine in Los Angeles’s gang- and drug-infested MacArthur Park, have been arrested on a federal criminal complaint charging them with a federal drug trafficking offense, the Justice Department announced today. The complaint charges 25 defendants with possession…

    Dry conditions, high winds, feeding wildfire risk in parts of Michigan

    The Michigan Department of Natural Resources says elevated fire danger has been observed across parts of the state.  The conditions are fueled by downed trees and branches left by the March 2025 ice storm. The severe weather at the time damaged around 3 million acres of land. “Even with the heavy rains this spring, recent drier…

    Sonoma County community uses sheep to reduce wildfire risk

    With California’s fire season just around the corner, cutting down the tall dry grass is going to be a priority over the next few weeks. In the North Bay, tractors have been commonly used, but now grazing is gaining popularity. While many contract out grazing services, one woman has been trying to encourage homeowners to…

    Self-Defense: Another “Luxury” the Poor Can Do Without

    “to the point about pricing poor people out of owning firearms, I think poor people don’t benefit from owning firearms.” Dr. Anthony D. Douglas Many years ago, Otis McDonald, a 76-year old retiree living in a high-crime area of Chicago testified that he had “been robbed numerous times in his Morgan Park home; [he’d] witnessed…

    Trump Administration Continues to Deliver for Gun Owners with Recent Initiatives

    Amid a steady stream of headlines highlighting anti-gun legislative proposals in the states, ongoing litigation battles, and regulatory uncertainty, there is also good news to report on the Second Amendment front, courtesy of the Trump Administration. Recent news from the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and the United States Postal Service (USPS) provide reason…

    Supreme Court unanimously slaps down blue state targeting pro-life group

    The Supreme Court unanimously sided with a group of faith-based pregnancy centers on Wednesday that challenged the New Jersey attorney general’s investigation into whether the centers misled donors and the public about steering women away from having abortions. The case was brought by First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, a group of five Christian-based facilities in…

    5 injured in apartment building fire, reported explosion in Des Plaines

    Five people were injured in an apartment fire and reported explosion in Des Plaines, Illinois, overnight.   Firefighters responded to a fire at a three-story building at 1279 Harding Ave just before 1 a.m. and found heavy flames and smoke.  Video from the scene shows firefighters on ladders working to control the flames as emergency…

    Feds Investigating ‘8647’ Graffiti On Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

    The National Park Service is investigating the vandalism of the National Mall’s reflecting pool with a phrase that many supporters of President Donald Trump view as an assassination threat. The term “8647” was found graffitied on the reflecting pool, which is currently under renovation, Friday, the NPS told the Washington Examiner. The United States Park…

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    Japan says a second Japanese person is detained in Iran

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    Japan’s Foreign Ministry says a second Japanese national has been detained in Iran and requested the early release of both people

    Source: Japan says a second Japanese person is detained in Iran – ABC News

    This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.
    Joshua 1:8

    Christian street preacher cleared of hate speech charges

    Pastor John Sherwood, the Christian street preacher arrested last year in West London for alleged homophobic hate speech, has been cleared in Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court. His colleague Peter Simpson confirmed his acquittal on April 7 to the Conservative Woman website. Mr Sherwood’s defence centred on his freedom “to hold opinions and to receive and impart information and…

    Hot, humid Tuesday in Twin Cities, with storms set to arrive late

    Tuesday will be another hot and sunny day in the Twin Cities, with possibly severe storms arriving late. Highs will be in the upper 80s, and it will be humid. The best chance for storms in the metro arrives Tuesday night. Clouds will stream in from out west before the threat arrives, likely around 8…

    The Story of America: The Formation of the Army

    The White House Salute to America 250 Task Force has partnered with Hillsdale College to provide a history series that tells the remarkable story of American Independence. It will highlight the stories of the crucial characters and events that resulted in a small rag-tag army defeating the mightiest empire in the world and establishing the…

    Utah wildfires: Three firefighters killed in Colorado as wildfires rage across the Southwest

    Three firefighters have died battling a fast-moving blaze along the Colorado-Utah border, officials said, as dozens of infernos rage across the Southwest, with Utah imposing sweeping restrictions on Fourth of July fireworks ahead of the nation’s 250th Independence Day. The National Weather Service has issued the highest possible fire weather risk, warning that dry air…

    4 dead in Kentucky floods, governor declares state of emergency as search and rescue efforts underway

    Widespread flooding across Kentucky has left at least four dead Saturday, prompting dozens of rescues after heavy rains wiped out bridges, inundated roads and flooded homes, with more significant rainfall on the way. Search and rescue efforts have continued throughout the day. Gov. Andy Beshear confirmed one person died in Jackson County and three others…

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    Ukrainian drone specialists to deploy to Middle East to help defend US bases

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    President Donald Trump called upon the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, military and police to “lay down their arms” against the U.S. and Israel.

    Source: Iran live updates: Ukrainian drone specialists to deploy to Middle East to help defend US bases – ABC News

    And he said, “What comes out of a person is what defiles him. For from within, out of the heart of man, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, coveting, wickedness, deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride, foolishness. All these evil things come from within, and they defile a person.”
    Mark 7:20-23

    Roseville Fire plans major drone expansion to speed emergency response

    What once required firefighters on the ground can now be done from the sky, and Roseville Fire says it’s only the beginning. While drones have been part of the department’s toolbox since 2020, fire leaders are now looking to expand the program with a long-term vision of placing a drone at every fire station in…

    ICE Deports MS-13 Member With Cartel Ties

    U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has deported a self-admitted MS-13 gang member with ties to Mexico’s Cartel del Noreste after he completed a prison sentence in Texas, Newsmax learned exclusively Thursday. According to the Department of Homeland Security, ICE removed Isaias Jose Rodriguez-Manzanares, a Honduran national, to Honduras on June 20 after taking custody of…

    Denver Public Schools will implement bell-to-bell cellphone ban

    Denver’s school board unanimously passed a policy that will require students’ personal electronic devices to be turned off and put away while at school. This includes cellphones, smart watches, laptops, tablets and even wireless earbuds.  “It was a thoughtful community recommendation, not a top-down directive,” said School Board Director Marlene De La Rosa. “Number two was…

    Psalm 1:1–3

    Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers;  but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not…

    Ephesians 4:29

    Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear. This verse reminds believers that our words have the power to either build up or tear down. God calls us to speak in ways that…

    5 Sneaky Lies Your Anxiety Tells You Are True

    In The Lord of the Rings, King Theoden becomes enfeebled by listening to the words of Wormtongue, his advisor. These lies poison the mind of the King of Rohan and keep him from being a threat to the evil wizard Saruman. Only when the lies of Wormtongue are exposed by Gandalf the White is Theoden…

    Lynx Caught on Video in Northern Minnesota

    They captured a lot of really neat lynx footage this past fall and winter! They are just such ethereal looking creatures, and its always a highlight when they get footage of them, especially in the daylight. They were going to make a video sharing their best lynx footage from the fall and winter but the…

    Brush fire outside Dodger Stadium snarls traffic on 110 Freeway

    A brush fire near the 110 Freeway just outside Dodger Stadium caused “excessive delays into the downtown area” of Los Angeles, according to authorities. The Los Angeles Fire Department said the blaze was reported around 5:44 p.m. Saturday. It’s not yet clear what caused the fire, but it broke out near the southbound lanes of…

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    How depleted weapons stockpiles could affect the Iran conflict

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    Weapons stocks will not alone decide the outcome of this conflict, but it’s certainly a significant factor, writes the BBC’s Jonathan Beale.

    Source: How depleted weapons stockpiles could affect the Iran conflict

    Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.
    James 1:19

    Gopher Fire fully contained after burning nearly 70 acres in Riverside County

    Riverside County firefighters have fully contained the Gopher Fire, which broke out in southern Riverside County on Saturday afternoon and temporarily forced evacuation orders for some residents.  The blaze, which was reported at around 2:40 p.m. near Highway 79 and Sage Road in the Aguanga area, burned just about 67 acres before Cal Fire/Riverside County…

    Judge Apologizes to Alleged WHCD Attacker for Treatment in Jail

    Judge Apologizes to Alleged WHCD Attacker for Treatment in Jail Craig Hudson for The Washington Post via Getty Images ELIZABETH WEIBEL4 May 20261,670 2:03 A judge issued an apology to Cole Tomas Allen, the alleged White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner attacker, for how he has been treated while being held in jail. During a hearing…

    Nancy Mace Names 6 House Lawmakers Allegedly Involved In Sex Scandal Cover Up

    Republican South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace named several lawmakers Monday who she claims used a congressional “slush fund” to cover up alleged sex scandals. Mace said she uncovered 1,000 pages of documents detailing how certain lawmakers allegedly evaded consequences for sexual scandals, according to a Monday post on X. Mace originally subpoenaed the House Oversight…

    Explosion at fireworks factory in China kills at least 26

    An explosion at a fireworks plant in a central Chinese province has killed at least 26 people and injured 61, prompting the halting of all firework manufacturing near the site. The blast occurred in the city of Changsha, in Hunan province, on Monday afternoon, China’s official news agency Xinhua said. China Daily said the plant…

    Casualties in Leipzig Car Ramming May be as High as 80

    Number of Casualties in Leipzig Car Ramming May be as High as 80 Getty Images OLIVER JJ LANE5 May 2026968 While the picture is unclear because many were ‘walking wounded’ who left the scene without talking to medics, it is thought the Leipzig car attack may have struck as many as 80 people on Monday.…

    Wildfire in northern Michigan 80% contained, sheriff’s office says

    Authorities say a wildfire in northern Michigan that forced residents to evacuate is about 80% contained as of Monday night. According to the Oscoda County Sheriff’s Office, residents are safe to return home; however, non-residents are asked to avoid the area.  The sheriff’s office evacuated residents on Camp 10 Road, and a shelter was set…

    Pet cat faces off with wild coyote in Los Angeles County neighborhood

    A security camera captured the intense encounter between a family’s pet cat and a wild coyote in a Los Angeles County neighborhood. Owner Debbie Beltran said she was shocked when she later saw her neighbor’s footage. “Holy cow, that’s our house, and that’s our cat,” she said. “That’s Mama. Oh my god!” Beltran said the…

    Cougar reproduction noted in Minnesota for first time in modern era

    Researchers with the Voyageurs Wolf Project made a historic finding this spring on a different species of large carnivore – they captured the first modern-era evidence of cougar reproduction in Minnesota. As part of its study on white-tailed deer survival and mortality in northern Minnesota, on March 25, 2026 VWP staff placed trail cameras near…

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    NATO condemns Iran targeting Turkey as alliance intercepts missile

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    NATO “condemns Iran’s targeting of [Turkey],” spokeswoman Allison Hart said on Wednesday after the alliance’s systems intercepted an Iranian ballistic missile before it could enter Turkish airspace.

    Source: NATO condemns Iran targeting Turkey as alliance intercepts missile

    For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.
    Proverbs 2:6

    Massive bear terrorizes Los Angeles neighborhood

    A massive bear sighting prompted a huge police response in a Sunland neighborhood Saturday. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the animal was first seen near Wheatland Avenue before later appearing around Dale Avenue. Source: Massive bear terrorizes Los Angeles neighborhood

    Officer talks man off Bridge with Prayer

    A despondent man was saved by a Jacksonville, Florida, police officer and a team of other cops who talked the individual out of jumping as he was perched on the edge of a bridge nearly two hundred feet above the St. Johns River. Source: Youtube

    5.2 magnitude earthquake in Nevada reportedly felt as far as Sacramento

    An early morning earthquake in Nevada on Friday was felt as far west as the Sacramento Valley. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake struck around 1:17 a.m. about 50 miles east of Carson City. Shaking was reported across the Reno, Carson City and South Lake Tahoe areas. People also reported feeling shaking along…

    Spirit Airlines could shut down as soon as Saturday

    Spirit Airlines is making plans to cease operations as soon as Saturday, barring last minute intervention, CBS News has learned.   Negotiations over a $500 million government aid package remained stalled after bondholders balked at the terms. Trump administration officials have been told Spirit will be shutting down operations in the next 24 hours. There…

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