Killing of Nigerian Christians continues unabated in new year

(Photo: Unsplash/Ovinuchi Ejiohuo) The brutal massacre of Christians in Nigeria that started at Christmas has carried over into the new year with more bloodshed in recent days. At least 238 people are believed to have been killed by Fulani militants between 23 December and 30 December in some of the worst ever violence against Christians … Read more

Faith focus: Navigating the New Year with help from the Bible

(Photo: Unsplash/Aaron Burden) As the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, a wave of anticipation sweeps across the globe. For many, the transition from one year to the next symbolises a fresh start, a blank canvas upon which aspirations and resolutions are painted. In the Christian tradition, this annual reset can hold a particular … Read more

Hamas Starts New Year by Firing Rocket Barrages at Israeli Civilians, Netanyahu Makes Prediction

JERUSALEM, Israel – As the world ushered in 2024, the Israel-Hamas war pressed into its 87th day with more fighting along Israel’s northern border and in Gaza, and with appeals from the Israeli president for international help to release the Hamas-held hostages. Hamas marked the start of the new year with a heavy rocket barrage directed at … Read more

In Banner Year for Anti-Semitism, Hamas Massacre Tops 2023 Global List of Heinous Incidents

JERUSALEM, Israel – In a year scarred by rampant and global anti-Semitism, the Los Angeles-based Simon Wiesenthal Center this week published its list of “Top Ten Global Worst Anti-Semitic Incidents of 2023.” The list is a daunting one, topped by the October 7th massacre and kidnappings by Hamas against Israeli communities near the Gaza Strip. The publication noted, … Read more

Christian persecution dramatically increased since last year: UCF report

(Photo: EFI) Since January of this year, 525 violent incidents against Christians have been documented in 23 different states in India, according to United Christian Forum (UCF). Compared to the total of 505 instances for the prior year, it is much higher. According to a statement issued on September 7 by UCF, June had the … Read more