Ex-Gay Man Could Go to Jail After Sharing Testimony of Finding God: 'I Don't Have to Wear That Label Anymore'

An ex-LGBT activist reportedly faces potential prison time after sharing his testimony of leaving behind a gay lifestyle to follow Christ.

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Turkey's Parliament Ratifies Finland's Membership in NATO

Turkey’s parliament has ratified Finland’s application to join NATO, lifting the last hurdle to the Nordic country’s long-delayed accession into the Western military alliance. All 276 lawmakers present voted in favor of Finland’s bid Thursday, days after Hungary’s parliament also endorsed Helsinki’s accession. Alarmed by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine a year ago, Finland and Sweden abandoned their decades-long policy of nonalignment and applied to join the alliance. 

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Russia Arrests Wall Street Journal Reporter on Spying Charge

Russia’s security service has arrested an American reporter for The Wall Street Journal on espionage charges. It's the first time a U.S. correspondent has been detained on spying accusations since the Cold War. The newspaper denied the allegations and demanded his release. Thirty-one-year-old Evan Gershkovich was detained in Yekaterinburg, Russia’s fourth-largest city, about 1,670 kilometers (1,035 miles) east of Moscow. Russia’s Federal Security Service accused him of trying to obtain classified information. 

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Russia Stops Sharing Missile Test Info with US, Opens Drills

A Russian diplomat says Moscow has suspended sharing any information about its nuclear forces with the U.S., including notifications about missile tests as envisioned by a U.S.-Russian treaty that the Kremlin has suspended. Deputy foreign minister Sergei Ryabkov told Russian news agencies that Moscow had halted all information exchanges with Washington, as its military rolled missile launchers across Siberia in a show of the country’s massive nuclear capability amid fighting in Ukraine.

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Vatican: Pope to be Hospitalized for Days for Lung Infection

Pope Francis was hospitalized with a lung infection Wednesday after experiencing difficulty breathing in recent days and will remain in the hospital for several days of treatment, the Vatican said.

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38 Dead in Mexico Fire after Guards Didn't Let Migrants Out

When smoke began billowing out of a migrant detention center in the Mexican border city of Ciudad Juarez, Venezuelan migrant Viangly Infante Padrón was terrified because she knew her husband was still inside. The father of her three children had been picked up by immigration agents earlier in the day, part of a recent crackdown that netted 67 other migrants, many of whom were asking for handouts or washing car windows at stoplights in this city across from El Paso, Texas. 

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Why Does Russia Want Tactical Nuclear Weapons in Belarus?

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that he intends to deploy tactical nuclear weapons on the territory of Belarus. The move appears to be another attempt by Putin to raise the stakes in the conflict in Ukraine. It follows statements by the Russian leader and his top lieutenants that Moscow is ready to use “all available means” to protect its territory. 

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'Gateways to the Demonic': Pastor Breaks Down Possession, Spiritual Healing, and Biblical Truths About Devil's Most Dangerous Tricks

What does it mean to open the door to evil — and what do demonic possession, exorcism, and spiritual healing look like in the modern era?

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World Athletics Council Bans Transgender Athletes from Track and Field

Track and field banned transgender athletes from international competition Thursday, while adopting new regulations that could keep Caster Semenya and other athletes with differences in sex development from competing.

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US Navy Intel Chief Warns China's 'Messianic' Totalitarian Leader Planning a Taiwan War with USA

China represents the world's number one challenge of the 21st century. That warning comes from the head of America's Office of Naval Intelligence as the Communist nation builds its military might across the Pacific. The tiny island of Taiwan finds itself in Beijing's crosshairs with continued signs of a possible Chinese invasion. 

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Operation Blessing Medical Team Helping in Turkey: 'It's Only Possible Because of Our Donors'

The government in Turkey is working hard to meet the needs of millions of earthquake victims. Sadly, some victims are falling through the cracks. That's where CBN's Operation Blessing comes in.

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US Navy Intel Commander Warns China's 'Messianic' Totalitarian Leader Planning a Taiwan War with USA

TAIPEI, Taiwan – China represents the world's number one challenge of the 21st century.  That warning comes from the head of America's Office of Naval Intelligence as the Communist nation builds its military might across the Pacific.  The tiny island of Taiwan finds itself in Beijing's crosshairs with continued signs of a possible Chinese invasion. 

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Militants Murder 27 Christians in Nigeria to Prevent Them from Voting in Election

Armed militants in Nigeria have murdered 27 Christians in the lead-up to elections there.

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CBN's Operation Blessing Rallies on 'World Water Day' to Bring Clean Water to Struggling Communities

More than two billion people around the world don't have access to safe drinking water. So Wednesday, March 22 has been named World Water Day to draw attention to this critical global need.

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Calgary Pastor Arrested for Second Time After Protesting Drag Show at Public Library

A Calgary pastor was arrested for the second time on March 15 for protesting a drag queen story hour event at a public library. 

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Bible College Fires Professor Who Tweeted About Biblical Sexuality

A professor at a Bible college in the U.K. has been fired for tweeting that homosexuality “is invading the church.”

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China's Xi Becomes First Major World Leader to Visit Putin in Russia Since Ukraine Invasion Began

Chinese President Xi Jinping landed in Russia on Monday for a three-day visit becoming the first major world leader to visit the country since President Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine last year. The meeting between the two leaders comes just after the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for Putin on alleged war crimes focusing on the deportation of thousands of Ukrainian children to Russia.  

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China's Xi Meeting Putin in Boost for Isolated Russian Leader

Chinese leader Xi Jinping is due to meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow in a political boost for the isolated Russian president after the International Criminal Court charged him with war crimes in Ukraine. Xi’s government gave no details of what the Chinese leader hoped to accomplish in his visit that starts Monday. Xi and Putin declared they had a “no limits friendship” before last February’s attack on Ukraine, but China has tried to portray itself as neutral in the conflict. 

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'I Can't Have Hate': Exonerated Man Serving Shocking 400-Year Sentence Delivers Stunning Message About Anger, Hate Right After Release

After spending more than three decades behind bars, a man who was serving a 400-year prison sentence for a 1988 robbery has been released.

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US Missionary Pilot, 2 Volunteers Released from Mozambique Prison, but Prayer Still Needed

Ryan Koher, a pilot for the U.S.-based ministry Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF), and two of the ministry's South African volunteers were released from a Mozambican prison Tuesday afternoon, the organization announced. 

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International Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Putin Over Ukraine War Crimes

The International Criminal Court said Friday it has issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes because of his alleged involvement in abductions of children from Ukraine.

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Many Are Escaping Iran, and 'Hundreds Have Come to Faith in Jesus Christ' in the Process

A groundbreaking cultural shift is underway across Iran. Months of protests against the regime have been brutally repressed by police, leaving more than 500 dead.  Hundreds of girls schools have seen their students hospitalized in a wave of poisonings. All the fear and uncertainty have left many looking for an escape.  

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Russia's Religious War: The Inventors of Disinformation Call to 'Desatanize' Ukraine, Target Moscow Jews Too

Russia is under the microscope for atrocities committed since the start of its war with Ukraine, from the killing and torture of religious leaders to the destruction of houses of worship. One Russian official even used the term "desatanization" to describe the plan to cleanse the nation of many religious groups.

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North Korea Launches ICBM Before South Korea-Japan Summit

North Korea has test-launched an intercontinental ballistic missile hours before the leaders of South Korea and Japan meet in Tokyo at a summit expected to focus on North Korean threats. Thursday's launch was the North’s first ICBM test in a month and third weapons test this week. It comes as South Korean and U.S. troops continue joint exercises Pyongyang considers a threat. 

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'God Is on the Move. What We Prayed for Is Happening': Singer Michael W. Smith Reacts to Revivals

Celebrated Christian singer Michael W. Smith believes “something’s happening” regarding revival and spirituality, referencing the many moves of God he sees unfolding in culture right now.

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Western Terror Attacks on the Decline as Extremists Groups Focus on Africa, Middle East

The worldwide threat of terrorism remains high according to the 2023 Global Terror Report by the Institute of Economics and Peace (IEP). Experts warn any kind of complacency, especially by world powers, could lead to serious consequences. 

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Financial Crisis Averted? Feds Tell Depositors at Failed Banks: You'll Get Your Money

Governments in the UK and U.S. took extraordinary steps to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, even as another major bank was shut down. \

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Governments Take Extraordinary Steps to Prevent Bank Panic

Governments in the UK and U.S. took extraordinary steps to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, even as another major bank was shut down. The UK Treasury and the Bank of England “facilitated the sale″ of Silicon Valley Bank UK to HSBC, ensuring the security of 6.7 billion pounds ($8.1 billion) of deposits. U.S. regulators also worked all weekend to try to find a buyer for the bank. Those efforts appeared to have failed Sunday. But U.S. officials assured all depositors at the failed institution that they could access all their money quickly,

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US, S. Korea Hold Drills as North Launches Missiles from Sub

The South Korean and U.S. militaries have begun their biggest joint military exercises in years. In apparent protest, North Korea said it conducted submarine-launched cruise missile tests. The launches on Sunday signal North Korea likely will conduct more weapons testing during the U.S.-South Korean drills that are to run for 11 days. Last week, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered his troops to be ready to repel its rivals’ “frantic war preparation moves.”

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'Extreme, Bizarre, Brutal': Christians Hiding and on the Run as Taliban Afghanistan Horrors Rage

David Curry, president and CEO of Global Christian Relief, an organization devoted to uncovering Christian persecution and advocating for believers across the globe, is sounding the alarm about the dire situation in Afghanistan 18 months after U.S. forces abruptly left the beleaguered nation.

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Church of England Teaches Four-Year-Olds Cross Dressing and Same-Sex Attraction

Today, with government approval, the Church of England is imposing an extreme unbiblical agenda on the youngest members of British society. At least 25% of 11-year-olds in England struggle with reading, but instead they can tell you if their shadow is pink or blue.

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Max Lucado Reveals the Moment He Suddenly Began to Pray in Tongues: 'Eagerly Desire the Spiritual Gifts'

Author and Minister Max Lucado grew up in a church that doesn't teach the baptism of the Holy Spirit, but now he's revealing that praying in a heavenly language has become an important part of his prayer life. It all started with a bigger personal awakening to the power of the Holy Spirit.

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Shooting at Jehovah's Witness Hall in Hamburg, Germany - Casualties Reported

Shots were fired inside a building used by Jehovah's Witnesses in the northern German city of Hamburg on Thursday evening, and an unspecified number of people were killed or wounded, police said.

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'An Indoctrination System': Christian Teen Fights Back After Being Arrested, Suspended Amid Trans Bathroom Furor

A teenager from Canada is at the center of headlines after he was allegedly suspended and arrested after taking a strong stance against his school’s transgender bathroom policy — and openly sharing his biblical beliefs on the matter.

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Chinese Communists Crack Down Again, Forcing Worship Service Attendees to Register on Tracking App

People of all religious faiths in the Henan province located in the People's Republic of China, must complete an online form and receive approval to attend worship services.

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Muzzled, Fired, and Reported as a Terrorist: UK Chaplain Loses Case in LGBTQ Dispute

An ordained Church of England (CofE) chaplain, who was fired from his job and secretly reported to the UK government's terrorist watchdog for a moderate sermon in a school chapel on identity politics, will appeal an employment tribunal ruling handed down this week.

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'Experiencing God in a More Profound and Powerful Way': It's Not Too Late to Jump Into Lent

For millions of faithful, Lent is a time for prayer, repentance, and fasting. The observance, which extends from Ash Wednesday through Holy Week, has traditionally been a Catholic practice, although 20% of American Protestants reportedly also participate to get closer to God. 

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Major Russian Missile Barrage Slams Targets across Ukraine

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia has unleashed a massive rocket attack that hit critical infrastructure and residential buildings in 10 regions of Ukraine. Officials reported at least six deaths Thursday in the largest such night-time attack in three weeks. described the barrage that came while people slept as an attempt by Moscow “to intimidate Ukrainians again." 

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'Thoughtcrimes': UK Set to Ban 'Silent Prayer' Near Clinics, Shocking Critics

“It will never happen here.” That’s the general sentiment when discussing feared crackdowns on free speech and religion, with some arguing those sounding alarms merely do so to conjure fear.

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UK Pro-Lifer Arrested AGAIN for Crime of Silent Prayer as Parliament Set to Create 'First Thoughtcrime'

The nonprofit law firm Alliance Defending Freedom UK (ADF UK) reports their client, Isabel Vaughan-Spruce, has been arrested for the second time for the "offense" of silently praying in her head within an abortion facility censorship zone or "buffer zone." The charity worker's arrest comes as the House of Commons is scheduled to debate the rollout of censorship zones across the United Kingdom. 

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China Minister Lashes Out at US in 1st News Conference

In his first news conference since taking office, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang lashed out at the United States over deteriorating bilateral relations and Washington's support for Taiwan. Qin also insinuated that America was undermining efforts for peace in Ukraine in order to extend the conflict. 

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Christian Ministries Step Up to Help Feed Earthquake Survivors in Turkey, Syria

CityServe International is helping provide meals and other essentials to those left homeless from the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria last month. 

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'Jesus Can Provide Hope': Ministering God's Kindness in Turkey's Dark Aftermath

The massive humanitarian effort to help Turkey's earthquake victims is like running an ultra-marathon as CBN's Operation Blessing perseveres in some of the hardest-hit areas.

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Regent University Hosts Week of Open Prayer and Worship to Make Room for Revival

Over the past month, revival has spread across college campuses and throughout places of worship in the United States.

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Professor Reveals Why Asbury 'Revival' Is Now Being Called 'Outpouring' and What That Really Means

As the conversation continues to percolate around the incredible spiritual events that began unfolding last month at Asbury University, a professor and Christian theology expert said the occurrences could perhaps, at this juncture, best be described as an “outpouring” rather than a “revival.”

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Government Bouncers on Your Church's Front Door? Really?

When Nava showed up at church recently for the Sunday service, she wasn't allowed in. The government had placed bouncers on the front door to stop people entering.

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YWAM Founder Loren Cunningham Diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer

Loren Cunningham, co-founder of Youth With a Mission and international chancellor of YWAM's University of the Nations, has been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. But the 87-year-old global evangelist has no plans to slow down his ministry efforts.

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'Death to the Child-Killing Regime': Iranians Expose Brutal Chemical Attacks on Schoolgirls

Anger is growing in Iran following a series of toxic chemical attacks against Iranian schoolgirls. Across the Islamic republic, mysterious gas has been used to poison hundreds of students in numerous cities. Schools that educate girls are the primary targets. 

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'Like the Apocalypse': Amid Pain and Devastation in Turkey, Operation Blessing Still Offers Hope

As the days press on, the need for disaster relief keeps growing and could last for years. CBN's Operation Blessing has seen that widespread need, extending its time on the ground. 

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Franklin Graham to Preach Jesus in Vietnam in 'Spring Love Festival' Backed by 300 Churches

Evangelist Franklin Graham will be sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ in a communist country. He met with Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Le Minh Khai and other government officials Wednesday to discuss his upcoming evangelistic outreach event there. 

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Operation Blessing Purifies Local Well to Help Countless Turkey Quake Survivors

CBN's Operation Blessing has broken ground in Turkey, purifying water in Hatay – hopeful to give countless people throughout the region fresh water. 

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