INDIA: India’s record-breaking heat wave (as high as 52.9 Celsius or 126.1 Fahrenheit) has caused up to 87 deaths and nearly 25,000 heat stroke cases in recent weeks. Lord, please protect those in danger, provide relief in time of need, and give every heart a longing for You. Bring Christians to give them cool waterContinue reading “Heat and Rising Waters in South Asia, Europe, Panama”
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Four More Hostages Confirmed Dead
Israel Defense Forces announced Monday the deaths of four more hostages whose bodies are still held by Hamas: Chaim Peri, Amiram Cooper, Yoram Metzger, and Nadav Popplewell. An investigation is underway, but it appears they were killed together in Hamas custody in Khan Younis several months ago during an Israeli operation in the area. Chaim, Amiram and Yoram were allContinue reading “Four More Hostages Confirmed Dead”
Israel Hostages, Japan Earthquake, USA Shooting
ISRAEL: The body of Dolev Yahod (m, 35), a medic and married father of four previously believed to have been taken hostage by Hamas, was found and identified on June 2 at Nir Oz. He left his home to save lives during the October 7 massacre but was killed that day. Still believed to beContinue reading “Israel Hostages, Japan Earthquake, USA Shooting”
Beauty for Trashes: Korea’s Balloon Battle
On Saturday, North Korea sent another 720 rubbish-laden balloons across the border to South Korea, bringing the grand total to about 3,500 balloons dumping 15 tons of refuse. Why all the mess? News reports tell of NK defectors and activists sending anti-Communist and K-pop propaganda by balloon to North Korea for years now and howContinue reading “Beauty for Trashes: Korea’s Balloon Battle”
Deadly Cyclone in India, Bangladesh
Since Cyclone Remal blew through eastern India and Bangladesh on Sunday, at least 23 people have died and millions are without power. At least 13 died in Bangladesh and 13 million lost electricity. The storm also hit India’s West Bengal, damaging homes and causing power outages. Then on Tuesday, a stone quarry collapsed in India’sContinue reading “Deadly Cyclone in India, Bangladesh”
Thousands Killed in PNG, Ukraine, Mexico, Spain, India
PAPUA NEW GUINEA: A massive landslide buried between 600-2,000 people and displaced about 4,000 survivors in the remote village of Yambali in Enga Province on Friday. Only six bodies have been recovered so far. Tribal warfare complicates rescue, as aid convoys and international relief workers require military escorts. In addition, a wide section of theContinue reading “Thousands Killed in PNG, Ukraine, Mexico, Spain, India”
Three More Hostages Found, Plus One
Thursday night, Israeli forces found in Jabaliya, northern Gaza the bodies of an additional three hostages: Orión Hernandez Radoux (m, 30), Hanan Yablonka (m, 42), and Michel Nissenbaum (m, 59). Until recently, no information had surfaced and these three were still believed alive. In addition, we have updated our May 20 post to include RonContinue reading “Three More Hostages Found, Plus One”
Iran, Niger, Ukraine, New Caledonia: Praying Peace Amid Unrest
IRAN: President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and other high-ranking officials died in a helicopter crash Sunday. By law, Iran must hold elections for a new president within the next 50 days. Lord, we ask You to please lay Your hand on Iran in this vulnerable time. Awaken every heart to Your truth andContinue reading “Iran, Niger, Ukraine, New Caledonia: Praying Peace Amid Unrest”
Deadly Floods in Afghanistan, and the Persecuted Hazara
Flash floods and mudslides killed more than 300 people and destroyed thousands of houses, mostly in Baghlan, northern Afghanistan last weekend. Let’s pray those in need will find Jesus. Afghanistan is 99.8% Muslim with 68 distinct people groups cut off from the gospel message. Today, we will pray for one of those. The Shi’ite MuslimContinue reading “Deadly Floods in Afghanistan, and the Persecuted Hazara”
Gaza Aid, Brazil Floods, Sudan War
GAZA: Authorities say nearly 35,000 Gazans have died since the war began on October 7, and around 300,000 have recently fled Rafah ahead of an Israeli offensive. In an effort to allay famine in the war-torn nation, the US built a floating pier and causeway for distribution of aid. The first shipment is on theContinue reading “Gaza Aid, Brazil Floods, Sudan War”
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