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No matter what happens, always be thankful, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18
December 11, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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For God has not chosen to pour out his anger upon us, but to save us through our Lord Jesus Christ; he died for us so that we can live with him forever, whether we are dead or alive at the time of his return. 1 Thessalonians 5:9-10
December 11, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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3 separate US strikes on alleged drug boats have initially left survivors. Each time they’ve been treated differently
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3 separate US strikes on alleged drug boats have initially left survivors. Each time they’ve been treated differently
As the US military has undertaken a campaign of attacks against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean, at least five people have survived initial strikes ending up in the w...
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December 11, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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Democratic senators pen letter to Navy secretary condemning Sen. Mark Kelly review
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Democratic senators pen letter to Navy secretary condemning Sen. Mark Kelly review
The senators called the review a "baseless and patently political undertaking."
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December 11, 2025 at 2:46 AM
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US seizes oil tanker off Venezuela coast, Trump says
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US seizes oil tanker off Venezuela coast, Trump says
The U.S. seized an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast after a monthslong buildup of military forces in the region.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:45 AM
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Looking for a big raise or promotion in 2026? Don't get your hopes up
A Mercer survey of companies' budgets for promotions and raises next year may dash hopes for a more prosperous new year for many Americans.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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Trump criticises 'decaying' European countries and 'weak' leaders
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Trump criticises 'decaying' European countries and 'weak' leaders
The UK praises Europe's "strength" after Trump says countries fail to control migration or take action to end the Ukraine war.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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DOJ fights court ruling it says is blocking efforts to reindict Comey
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DOJ fights court ruling it says is blocking efforts to reindict Comey
Federal prosecutors are appealing an order blocking access to the communications of a close associate of James Comey, saying the move was a “strategic tool to obstruct” their case against the former F...
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December 11, 2025 at 2:43 AM
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Meet the highest-paid White House staffers — and see how much they make
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Meet the highest-paid White House staffers — and see how much they make
See which staffers in Trump's White House quietly earn up to $225,700, including top advisors and counsel, as revealed in the latest salary report.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:42 AM
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Zelensky offers to hold elections in 3 months, with Western security
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Zelensky offers to hold elections in 3 months, with Western security
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky responded to calls by Donald Trump for elections by agreeing to them, but only if the United States could protect voters.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:42 AM
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FBI agents fired over 2020 kneeling photo during George Floyd protests sue Director Kash Patel
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FBI agents fired over 2020 kneeling photo during George Floyd protests sue Director Kash Patel
A group of former FBI agents are suing the agency and Director Kash Patel for allegedly violating their constitutional rights by firing them for kneeling during a 2020 protest in the wake of George Fl...
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December 11, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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Polar vortex sending 'wrecking ball' of cold air to US
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Polar vortex sending 'wrecking ball' of cold air to US
This cold blast could be relatively short-lived, with a return to more typical wintry temperatures by later in December.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:40 AM
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine won't give up territory, is ready to present plan to U.S.
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine won't give up territory, is ready to present plan to U.S.
Zelenskyy's remarks suggest he will not bend to pressure from Russian President Vladimir Putin or President Trump.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:40 AM
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GOP moves to let Obamacare subsidies expire as Trump promises ‘money to the people’
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GOP moves to let Obamacare subsidies expire as Trump promises ‘money to the people’
As the president rails against insurance companies, other Republicans say allowing a subsidy lapse is “not acceptable.”
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December 11, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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Senate GOP Sets Doomed Vote to Replace Health Subsidies
Neither the Republican legislation announced Tuesday nor Democrats’ proposed three-year extension are expected to get the 60 votes needed for Senate passage. For some Americans, health insurance prem...
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December 11, 2025 at 2:38 AM
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US Plans Mandatory Social Media Check for Visa-Free Visitors
US Customs and Border Protection “is adding social media as a mandatory data element” as part of the screening process for travelers entering the US under the Visa Waiver Program, according to a Depar...
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December 11, 2025 at 2:37 AM
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Justice Department can unseal records from Epstein's 2019 sex trafficking case, judge says
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Justice Department can unseal records from Epstein's 2019 sex trafficking case, judge says
Secret grand jury transcripts from Jeffrey Epstein’s 2019 sex trafficking case can be made public, a judge ruled on Wednesday, joining two other judges in granting the Justice Department’s requests to...
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December 11, 2025 at 2:36 AM
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December 10, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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Don't be weary in prayer; keep at it watch for God's answers and remember to be thankful when they come. Colossians 4:2
December 10, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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For in Christ there is all of God in a human body, so you have everything when you have Christ, and you are filled with God through your union with Christ. He is the highest Ruler, with authority over every other power. Colossians 2:9-10
December 10, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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.... May God our Father shower you blessings and fill with his great peace. Colossians 1:2
December 10, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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December 10, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine won’t cede territory to Russia
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine won’t cede territory to Russia
The Ukrainian president ruled out territorial concessions amid talks with European leaders in London.
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December 9, 2025 at 10:39 PM
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LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman says he learned a lesson from a visit to Epstein's island: 'Note to self, Google before going'
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LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman says he learned a lesson from a visit to Epstein's island: 'Note to self, Google before going'
Hoffman, the billionaire LinkedIn cofounder, said he visited Epstein's island as part of his work fundraising for MIT.
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December 9, 2025 at 10:39 PM
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Why has Paramount launched a hostile bid for Warner Bros Discovery?
What to know about Netflix and Paramount Skydance's blockbuster battle over Warner Bros Discovery.
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December 9, 2025 at 10:38 PM