Trump memo puts Walz administration on notice re: ethnic studies
At this point, MDE hasn’t articulated exactly why they haven’t released the draft framework, but a new reason to hold it back or possibly never release it came in the form of a memo from the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Arriving on Valentine’s Day, this love letter was sent to all 50 state education departments and gives them 14 days to remove all Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programming in all public schools. Failure to comply will result in the loss of federal education funding. It’s hard to see how Minnesota’s radical ethnic studies framework will pass the Trump administration’s test. From the OCR memo:
These 4 Men Are Most Cited in Online Searches About the Antichrist – Here’s What the Bible Says
What do Donald Trump, Elon Musk, King Charles III, and Emmanuel Macron all have in common? Beyond their obvious similarities as wealthy, famous men who command global attention, these individuals share another fascinating distinction: They are the most frequently cited candidates in recent online searches and discussions about the identity of the Antichrist. The Bible provides specific characteristics that will identify this figure. These can be divided into two categories: those characteristics that will be observable before his full revelation as the Antichrist, and characteristics that will only become evident afterward. He will possess unique personal characteristics as well – including a disinterest in women.
Russia’s President Sees ‘Hope’ In Talks With US
Vladimir Putin said Thursday that his contacts with U.S. President Donald J. Trump and his administration had “inspired hope” as both sides began talks on how to restore relations and end the war in Ukraine.
Defending ties to Trump: “Completely crucial”
He attended Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony and daughter Ivanka Trump was present when the club team World Championship was drawn. Now Fifa President Gianni Infantino is defending his close ties to the USA’s president – as well as the awarding of the Men’s World Championship 2034 to Saudi Arabia.
Erdogan on PKK’s message: “Historic opportunity”
Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomes the announcement that the Kurdish terrorist-labeled organization PKK will be dissolved. It was on Thursday that the 75-year-old imprisoned leader of the PKK, Abdullah Öcalan, came with the message: “I urge to lay down arms and I take on the historical responsibility for this appeal.”
New verbal clash after cancelled meeting
Donald Trump’s and Volodymyr Zelensky’s meeting did not take place and the Ukrainian president has left the White House. The agreement that the leaders were to agree on has not been signed. “He can come back when he is ready for peace”, writes Trump. Zelensky, on his part, thanks Trump and the USA.
Israel plans to resume war within weeks, capture Gaza Strip with overwhelming force in single swoop
A senior Western diplomat told the Times of Israel that Israel is preparing for a return to war. The Beacon’s report comes amid uncertainty over the continuation of the ceasefire, with its first phase coming to an end this week. On Thursday, Israel declared that it would not withdraw from the Philadelphi Corridor, while the Hamas terrorist organization continues to insist on an end to the war and to remain in power in Gaza.
Right-wing rally in Jerusalem calls for Palestinian expulsion and Jewish resettlement of Gaza
demonstrators gathered in central Jerusalem on Thursday to rally in support of a forced expulsion of Palestinians from Gaza, and for the reestablishment of Israeli Jewish settlements in the area.
Messianic school in Galilee threatened with closure prays petition to reverse decision will result in breakthrough
The Peniel Learning Center, a Hebrew-speaking Messianic elementary school in Tiberias, is fighting for its survival and hopes public pressure may turn back attempts to close it down. “Parents are getting letters now, inviting them to a committee meeting where they are told that they’ll face criminal charges if they don’t enroll their children in the public school system right away.
Israeli police discover illegal Palestinians hiding in roof of van
Ahead of Ramadan, Jerusalem Border Police arrested four illegal infiltrators hiding in a transport vehicle near the Hizma crossing, detained the driver for smuggling, and impounded the vehicle as part of heightened security measures. watch
UK government summons BBC over Gaza documentary controversy
British government calls for urgent meeting with the BBC following the airing of a documentary about children in Gaza narrated by the son of a Hamas leader. The BBC acknowledged on Thursday that there were “serious flaws” in the program. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer later said he is “concerned” by the documentary.
Trump is not interested in reviving Ukraine minerals deal, official says
President Donald Trump is not interested in revisiting or reviving the Ukraine minerals deal at the moment, a senior White House official told Reuters. Zelenskiy’s delegation began “begging” to sign the deal immediately after being told to leave the White House, the official said.
Italy calls for summit between US and Europeans, says divisions make West weaker
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Friday that Italy would propose to its partners an immediate summit involving the United States and European nations and allies to discuss how “to deal with the great challenges of today, starting with Ukraine.”
Israel’s Outgoing Military Chief Warns of Potential Threat From Egypt Amid Rising Tensions
Israel’s outgoing military chief has warned that Egypt’s expanding military capabilities could pose an unexpected threat to Israel in the future, despite their decades-old peace treaty. “We are very concerned about this,” he said, referring to Egypt’s military buildup
Hamas stoking flames in Jerusalem as Ramadan gets underway
A senior official from the terrorist group urged an escalation of “resistance in all its forms in Jerusalem.”
Houthi leader: Resumption of Gaza war means Jaffa will be hit
Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, the leader of the Houthi rebels in Yemen, on Friday threatened that the rebels would resume their attacks on Israel if the war in Gaza were to resume.
Netanyahu to hold rare Friday night consultation on hostage deal negotiations
If an agreement to extend the ceasefire is reached, the additional period will be dedicated to negotiations on the second phase of the deal, the official added. As part of this phase, Israel and the United States are demanding that Hamas’ leadership leave Gaza in exchange for ending the war.
Undersea cable sabotage: Russia’s invisible war against the west
By damaging undersea communication and power cables, Russia seeks to disrupt global connectivity and economic stability, turning the digital age into an analog battleground; China and terrorist groups are also implicated in similar attacks worldwide
Moral Sickness And Depravity Is A Problem That No President, Legislature, Or Law Can Solve
Domestically, a number of issues demand his attention and action, from the border to the economy to energy policy and the judiciary. However, there is one area that no president has control over, one that concerns me as a Christian more than any other political, legal or territorial matter. That’s the ever-growing moral decadence that seems to have gripped so much of our nation, especially among young people.
Avalanches and floods ravage Himachal Pradesh as snowfall & rain wreak havoc
Heavy snowfall and rain threw life out of gear in many parts of Himachal Pradesh on Friday, as over 200 roads remained blocked, water supply got disrupted, and several regions plunged into darkness, with avalanches, landslides, and flash floods occurring in many parts of the state.
India avalanche buries dozens on Feb. 26, prompting massive search and rescue mission
So far, 33 workers have been rescued, but another 25 remain missing or trapped, officials said.
Tropical Cyclone Garance makes historic landfall over Réunion Island
Tropical Cyclone Garance made a historic landfall over Réunion Island at approximately 10:00 local time (06:00 UTC) on February 28, 2025, bringing in record winds of over 200 km/h (125 mph) to the region. A Purple Violent Cyclone Alert is in effect for the entire island.
Severe thunderstorms forecast to impact Great Plains, Ohio Valley, and Southeast US next week
A powerful storm system is expected to develop over the east-central Great Plains and lower Great Lakes region by late Tuesday, March 4, 2025, bringing a risk of severe thunderstorms, strong tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds.
Red Flag Warning in effect for South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, and Missouri
A Red Flag Warning is in effect from South Dakota to southwestern Missouri, including much of Iowa, Nebraska, and parts of Kansas. The warning will remain in effect from 10:00 to 20:00 CST on Friday, February 28, 2025.
Islamic Center of Frisco Exposed: How a Texas Mosque is Illegally Abusing Tax-Exempt Status for Political Influence
The Islamic Center of Frisco is openly defying federal law, using its tax-exempt status to push an Islamic political agenda, expand Sharia governance, and transform Frisco into a Muslim stronghold—all while authorities turn a blind eye.
Professor Lockdown Ferguson returns. This time to “predict” the spread of bird flu in US cattle
Neil Ferguson, British physicist turned epidemiologist, has recently dusted off his pandemic modelling skills to apply them to bird flu outbreaks in dairy cattle in the United States.