16 Nov 2025

Longing for Hope — Looking in the Wrong Place
Across the world, something remarkable is happening. People who once turned away from church are now searching again — longing for stability, meaning, and spiritual truth. On the surface, this seems like good news. But the real question is — which God are they finding? Spoiler alert: the wrong one.

Ex-CIA chief Petraeus: ‘Real opportunity to help Ukraine and crush Russia’s war economy’
former CIA director David Petraeus said Russia’s finances are in a far more dire state than many realise, arguing that there is now “a real opportunity” for the United States and other NATO countries to strengthen Ukraine’s defences and “crush the Russian war economy”.

Colombia bombs guerrillas near Venezuela
Colombia’s military has carried out a deadly bomb attack on a guerrilla group near the border with Venezuela, the defense ministry in Bogota said. The operation is the latest in a series of intensified attacks by President Gustavo Petros against groups suspected of cocaine trafficking. Around 20 people have been killed in similar attacks in recent times.

Russian oil outage after attack on port city
An oil terminal in the Russian port city of Novorossiysk has temporarily halted operations after Ukrainian attacks, Euronews reports. The disruption corresponds to approximately 2 percent of total Russian oil exports, Euronews writes, citing Russian authorities.

First case: New bird virus infected American
An elderly person in Washington state in the US has been infected with bird flu. … which has now been detected in a human for the first time. The person in Washington is reportedly suffering from flu-like symptoms.

Putin’s Secret Sons: Isolated Life of Great Wealth
They are often called Russia’s most secret children. The Dossier Center, which received its information from a person working in the presidential residence, calls them Ivan and Vladimir. There is no trace in government records of the boys, who are said to have lived under the same type of protection as spies since birth. They live under constant surveillance by the Russian FSO (Federal Security Service) and when they travel, it is by private jet, luxury yachts or armored trains. Like their father, they drink only from personal mugs …

A mysterious flight of “Palestinians” arrives in South Africa – how did they get there?
South Africa is investigating the arrival of a mysterious chartered flight carrying over 150 “Palestinians” from Gaza at OR Tambo International Airport, where passengers were detained on the tarmac for approximately 12 hours due to a lack of proper documentation, including exit stamps from Israel, allegedly, and no clear plans for their stay in South Africa. None of the “Palestinians” on the flight had applied for asylum. speaking anonymously, said an organisation called Al-Majd arranged the transport of about 150 Palestinians from Gaza to South Africa.

Abraham, Isaac and Jacob’s ancient tomb in Hebron, Israel: The Cave of Machpelah 
The Cave of Machpelah in Hebron – Me’arat HaMakhpéla in Hebrew – is the burial place of the biblical patriarchs and matriarchs: Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and Rebekah, Jacob and Leah are all buried there. Only Rachel, Jacob’s beloved wife, is not buried in this place; her tomb is in Bethlehem, at Rachel’s Tomb. The Herodian structure above Machpelah is unique: it is the only fully intact Herodian-era building that still stands in Israel. Its massive, precisely cut stone blocks, symmetrical joints, and colonnaded courtyard make it one of the finest and best-preserved examples of early Roman architecture. The cave itself is a natural, multi-level karstic cave system that was used for burial in ancient times.

US signals optimism about UN resolution for Gaza security force despite Russian & Chinese objections 
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday that Washington was “optimistic” about advancing its draft of a UN resolution for a mandate for an International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza, despite reports that China had raised objections and Russia had presented an alternative draft. “We’re making good progress on the language of the resolution, and hopefully we’ll have action on it very soon. We don’t want to lose momentum on this,” Rubio told reporters on the sidelines of a G7 summit in Canada. … the U.S. Mission to the United Nations (USUN) condemned “attempts to sow discord” and urged the council “to unite and move forward to secure the peace that is desperately needed.”

Trump scraps tariffs on beef, coffee and tropical fruit in a push to lower grocery store prices
President Donald Trump announced Friday that he was scrapping U.S. tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruits and a broad swath of other commodities — a dramatic move that comes amid mounting pressure on his administration to better combat high consumer prices.

Iran confirms seizure of oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran on Saturday confirmed the seizure of a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker as it traveled through the narrow Strait of Hormuz over violations, including carrying an illegal consignment, state media reported. A report by the official Irna news agency carried a statement by the Revolutionary Guard that said the tanker was taken to Iranian waters.

Gun Rush’ sweeps Jewish New York
Jewish New Yorkers are buying firearms and seeking training in anticipation of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani taking office, fearing a rise in antisemitic incidents and reduced police protection.
Samson Armory, a gun shop in Marine Park, Brooklyn – the first new gun store in the borough in more than 50 years. The Orthodox Jewish owner said business has surged since Mamdani’s election victory, with everyone from elderly community members to Rabbis seeking firearms and training.

Right-wing lawmakers pressure Netanyahu to reject Palestinian state recognition
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said that Netanyahu’s silence on the matter led to a diplomatic deterioration over the issue in a post on X/Twitter. “Two months ago, immediately following the announcement by several countries of their unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state, you committed to responding to the matter decisively upon your return from the United States. “Two months have passed in which you have chosen silence and diplomatic disgrace. The deterioration we are now witnessing in this matter is dangerous, and it is your responsibility due to your silence,”

‘They Wanna Buy a Lot of Jets’: Trump Says Eyeing F-35 Deal with Saudis
“I’m looking at that. They’ve asked me to look at it. They want to buy a lot of ’35’ – but they want to buy actually more than that, fighter jets.” The potential sale of the Lockheed Martin LMT.N.-produced aircraft comes as Trump plans to host Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House next week, with the two leaders expected to ink economic and defense deals.

Accountable To God: One Of Christianity’s Most Offensive And Important Teachings
The idea of divine judgment is probably one of Christianity’s most offensive teachings. I think this is because there’s a lot of misinformation about Hell and the Devil. For example, some like to think that Hell is a continuous party place. Another false assumption is that the Devil lives in Hell and has red skin, horns, hooves, and a pitchfork. But none of that is biblical. The Bible describes the Devil as the commander of the powers in the unseen world, the spirit at work in the hearts of those who refuse to obey God (Ephesians 2:2). He’s not in Hell now, but he’s going there one day.

Hundreds in Tehran pray for rain as historic drought empties Iran’s reservoirs
Hundreds of people gathered on Friday at a mosque in northern Tehran to pray for rain, with Iran gripped by one of its worst droughts in decades. Rainfall in the capital has this year been at its lowest level in a century, local officials say, and half of Iran’s provinces have not seen a drop fall in months.

At least 11 dead and 12 missing after a landslide in Central Java, Indonesia
At least 11 people were killed and 12 remain missing after a rain-triggered landslide struck Cibeunying village in Cilacap Regency, Central Java, on Friday, November 14, 2025.

Tornado strikes Albufeira leaving 1 dead and more than 20 injured, Portugal
A destructive tornado struck Albufeira in Portugal at around 11:00 LT on Saturday, November 15, 2025, leaving one person dead and injuring over 20 people. The event severely affected the Albufeira Campsite and Eden Resort Hotel, where multiple structures collapsed and vehicles were overturned.

IEA report admits commitment to climate change is melting away
In a new report, IEA, a body whose research helps to shape global energy policies, has admitted that countries’ commitment to climate change action is declining rapidly. The IEA had been predicting that “fossil” fuel consumption would peak in 2025.  But now it says that demand for oil and gas will continue to rise. A few months before the IEA’s report, the US energy secretary had said that the IEA’s modelling of peak hydrocarbon fuels was “complete nonsense” and threatened withdrawal of funding if the IEA did not reform.

US Tests Thermonuclear Bomb Without Warhead In Nevada Desert
The United States successfully carried out a test of the B61-12 tactical thermonuclear bomb – but using a non-nuclear, inert version – back in August, according to a newly released statement from Sandia National Laboratories under the US Department of Energy.

Pope Leo Embraces Transgenderism — Invites Prominent Trans Activists to Vatican Luncheon
Pope Leo XIV appears to be embracing the cause of transgenderism. According to left-wing Catholic blogger and activist Christopher Hale, Leo will meet with Italian transgender activist Alessia Nobile and several other campaigners for a luncheon on Sunday.

Rumored supernatural sighting of Jesus in hillside town debunked by Pope Leo XIV
Rumors and stories of special appearances made by Jesus Christ in the town of Dozulé, France, have been declared not true. In the 1970s, a Catholic mother, Madeleine Aumont, reported seeing Jesus 49 times, sharing that the Lord told her to build an enormous cross in the French town.

Texas on the Brink: Thirteen Years After the Imported Honor Killings, Islam’s Expansion Is Accelerating 
“What began with two Islamic “honor killings” inside a Houston Sharia compound has evolved into sprawling Islamic land developments, growing political influence, and cultural control across Texas.

The Socialist Mayor Clown Show Is Truly Something To Behold
Socialist mayors like Zohran Mamdani in New York and Katie Wilson in Seattle are failing at their jobs before they even get into office…

Putin, Netanyahu discuss Middle East in phone call, Kremlin says
The two discussed Gaza in the context of the implementation of the ceasefire agreement, the exchange of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, the status of Iran’s nuclear program, and more.

Trump scraps grocery tariffs in affordability scramble as beef, coffee and tropical fruits are suddenly off the list
President Donald Trump announced Friday that he was scrapping U.S. tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruits and a broad swath of other commodities — a dramatic move that comes amid mounting pressure on his administration to better combat high consumer prices.

DR Congo and M23 rebels sign framework for peace in Qatar
Rwandan-backed M23 rebels and the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo have signed a framework for peace in the east of the country. The ceremony was held in Qatar, which along with the US and the African Union, has been trying to mediate an end to decades of conflict in the resource-rich region.

Kremlin Trolls Zelensky After Berlin Urges Ukraine To Take Back Fighting-Age Males
The Russian Foreign Ministry has mocked the German government’s pleas to Ukraine to keep its fighting-age young men from flooding Germany and the rest of Europe. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday acknowledged the pressing problem in televised remarks discussing Ukraine’s manpower woes with President Zelensky, pleading with him to “ensure that young men in particular from Ukraine do not come to Germany in large numbers.”

 Editor of traditional Catholic site speaks after winning appeal against Google censorship
Influential traditionalist Catholic blog Messainlatino.it has won a legal case against Google after the website was blocked by the tech giant under an apparent breach of the firm’s “hate speech” policy.

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