MN Dept. of Ed won’t comply with federal DEI rules
The Minnesota Department of Education will not comply with federal reforms that include curbing the use of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in K-12 education.

Pope Francis Stacked the Deck
With Pope Francis’ death, everyone wants to know —what will the next pope be like? Francis may be gone, but he’s done everything he can to stack the deck and answer that question.As Francis’ health declined, he ramped up his efforts to secure his legacy of liberal leadership. After appointing 88 cardinals during his 12-year tenure, he added another 20 as his health deteriorated toward the end of 2024. Many of those 20 are outspoken advocates for the LGBTQ+ movement, liberation theology, and dialogue that continues Francis’ push that “all roads lead to Rome.” Of the 135 men who will vote for the next pontiff, a whopping 80% were appointed by Francis.

Success for Israel at ICC: Appeals Court orders re-examination of Criminal Court’s jurisdiction
In a rare victory for Israel in the international arena, the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) Appeals Chamber unanimously ordered a lower chamber to re-examine Israel’s arguments disputing the court’s jurisdiction over the country. ICC has ‘no jurisdiction’ over Israel, declares Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar

Abbas: “Jewish Temples Stood in Yemen, Not Jerusalem
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas accused Israel of attempting to alter the historical and legal status of Christian and Islamic holy sites, warning that the Al-Aqsa Mosque is the target of “the most hideous plot by the occupation,” which he claimed seeks to destroy the mosque and build a Jewish temple in its place. The Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI) reported that Abbas also alleged that “a large part of [Israeli] history is falsified,” and asserted that, according to the Quran, the First and Second Jewish Temples were actually located in Yemen.

FBI Arrests Judge Over Immigration Case
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel said on Friday that his agency had arrested Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan on charges related to her allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant evade arrest. “Just NOW, the FBI arrested Judge Hannah Dugan out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin on charges of obstruction — after evidence of Judge Dugan obstructing an immigration arrest operation last week,

Will UK Experiment to Dim the Sun Bring End-of-Days Prophecy of Joel
The government of the United Kingdom is expected to carry out open-air experiments that will attempt to dim the sun. Referred to as geoengineering, scientists hope to counteract “global warming” by spraying aerosolised particles high into the stratosphere to deflect a small fraction of the sun’s energy away from the Earth. The Advanced Research and Invention Agency, or ARIA, which has set aside $66.5 million for geoengineering research, will fund the experiments. The idea is to mimic the effects of massive volcanic eruptions,

Very strong M6.3 earthquake hits near the coast of Ecuador
A strong and shallow earthquake registered by the USGS as M6.3 hit near the coast of Ecuador at 11:45 UTC (06:45 local time) on April 25, 2025. The agency is reporting a depth of 35 km (22 miles). EMSC is reporting the same magnitude and depth.

Giant hail and large wedge tornado strike Matador, Texas
Large hail up to 12.7 cm (5 inches) in diameter and a large tornado struck Matador, Texas, on Thursday, April 24, 2025, as severe storms moved through the central United States, triggering multiple tornado warnings across the region.

More than 10 tornadoes rip through Texas as severe weather sweeps across central U.S.
Severe weather swept across the central United States on Thursday, April 24, 2025, spawning over 16 tornadoes in six states, with 10 reported in Texas alone. Large hail of over 11 cm (4.5 inches) was also reported in multiple areas as storms passed over the Central and Southern Plains.

Telangana heatwave claims 11 lives in single day amid extreme temperatures
A brutal heatwave has gripped Telangana this week, claiming 11 lives in just 24 hours and pushing temperatures past 45°C (113 °F). With large parts of India also facing extreme heat, alerts have been issued, and hospitals are reporting a sharp rise in heat-related illnesses.

Record rainfall triggers flash floods in Omaha as severe thunderstorms hit Nebraska
Record rainfall triggered flash floods in Omaha, Nebraska, on Thursday, April 24, 2025, as severe thunderstorms moved through the state. Omaha recorded 64 mm (2.5 inches) of rain, surpassing the previous daily record of 43 mm (1.7 inches) set in 2007. Large hail and a couple of tornadoes were also reported during the storms.

Europe Sees Surge in Church Attendance and Baptisms as Globalist Leaders Continue to Fail the People
Western nations are experiencing a spiritual awakening as church pews fill up and baptismal fonts overflow. From France to Belgium, from the United Kingdom to the United States, a dramatic surge in Christian faith is sweeping across the West—a revival many are calling a “silent revolution” against the failures of globalism, mass migration, and leftist cultural engineering.

Christian Student Blocked from Graduating Because She Refuses to Take ‘LGBTQ+ Affirming’ Course – Family Fighting Back
Some institutions would improve merely by scrapping them and starting fresh. The federal government leaps to mind, as does the American public school system.

Ken Ham Rebukes Kentucky Science Center, After Planned Parenthood Distributes Graphic ‘Propaganda’ To Children
Parents of children who recently attended an event at the Kentucky Science Center are outraged after learning that abortion giant Planned Parenthood distributed sexually explicit coloring books to elementary school students.

FBI: Maduro’s Marxist Regime Using Tren de Aragua Gang to Destabilize U.S. from Within 
The FBI is now coming right out and alleging that Venezuela’s dictatorial regime is using Tren de Aragua (TdA) gangbangers to destabilize the US and other countries.

Hindus Stripped and Executed in Kashmir — Because They Weren’t Muslim 
For the West—especially Americans—this must be a wake-up call. If you think this can’t happen here, you’re dangerously mistaken.

Illegal Alien ‘Maryland Man’ Charged with Murder After a Young Mother’s Body Is Found in the Woods
Any Democrat capable of redemption has already repented. Thus, those who know the truth and still remain Democrats surely must work for Satan.

Alert! A War Between India And Pakistan Could Erupt At Any Moment
India and Pakistan both have nuclear weapons, and now they are on the verge of war.  It is being reported that India is considering a military response to a horrifying terror attack that occurred in Kashmir earlier this week, and Pakistani forces are already being mobilized in case that happens.  If a full-blown war erupts, it will be a really big deal.  247 million people live in Pakistan, and 1.4 billion people live in India.  So we are talking about a substantial chunk of the global population, and if nuclear weapons are used the death toll in a war between India and Pakistan would be off the charts.

Egypt Proposes Five-Year Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal
The deal would involve the release of all Israeli hostages held in Gaza in exchange for a mutually agreed number of Palestinian prisoners. It would also include a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, the lifting of the blockade imposed since 2007, and the beginning of a Gaza reconstruction initiative. In exchange, Hamas would commit to a five-year ceasefire and would no longer hold ruling authority over the Gaza Strip. The agreement would be backed by regional and international guarantors to ensure the obligations of both sides are fulfilled.

Israeli National Security Minister Ben Gvir accosted by pro-Palestinian protesters during first official visit to US
Video footage released by Ben Gvir’s office showed a crowd of demonstrators chanting “Free Palestine,” “f*** you Ben Gvir,” and “Shame on you” as he emerged from the meeting hall where the event took place. The Israeli minister appeared nonplussed by the protesters, stepping out with a smile on his face and flashing a V for victory sign with his hand as the crowd of protesters shouted at him.

German bishops publish ‘blessing’ guidelines for ‘couples of all gender identities,’ citing Pope Francis
The German bishops approved guidelines for ‘blessings’ of ‘couples of all gender identities and sexual orientations,’ following ‘the pastoral approach’ of Pope Francis. The guidelines also suggest Scripture readings and praises to God during the scandalous ceremony

Syria is interested to join Abraham Accords with Israel ‘under the right conditions,’ US Congressman says after visit
Syria is interested in joining the Abraham Accords and making peace with Israel under certain conditions, Rep. Cory Mills (R-FL) told the news outlet Bloomberg after returning from an unofficial trip to Syria. According to Mills, Syria’s President and former arch-terrorist, Ahmad al-Shara’a, showed himself open to addressing U.S. concerns and fulfilling certain conditions in exchange for the removal of economic sanctions and diplomatic normalization.

US considers civilian nuclear program without enrichment as Iran fortifies nuclear sites
Secretary Rubio reaffirms that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons, but says ‘military action could trigger broader conflict’

Must We Honor a Pope Who Dishonored Israel?
Catholics worldwide mourn Pope Francis, a pontiff remembered for his humility, embrace of the poor, and efforts to reform the Church. … Yet behind this veneer of humility lies a troubling record when it comes to Israel.

Iranian state TV airs AI-generated video depicting kidnapping of Netanyahu
It has long been the IRGC commander’s dream to capture and enslave the Israeli prime minister.
A provocative video that aired on Iranian state television depicted the fictional kidnapping of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, underscoring Iran’s use of psychological propaganda.

US Congressman confident Syria’s Al-Sharaa wants peace with Israel
During his visit to Damascus, U.S. Congressman Cory Mills said the new Syrian president is signaling a desire for closer ties with Israel. (watch)

Thousands of IDF reservists demand Israel crush Gaza, destroy Hamas
Over 4,000 IDF reservists sent a letter to Defense Minister Israel Katz on Thursday demanding that he order a full-scale crushing invasion of Gaza to finally finish off Hamas. The list includes five brigadier-generals, including Erez Viner, who until very recently had left the planning of Gaza operations for the Southern Command.

‘Outrageous’ says Chicago Jewish Alliance of city’s mayor wearing keffiyeh
“The keffiyeh isn’t just a cultural symbol. Not anymore,” the organization wrote. “It’s a flag of war.”
“This is outrageous,” the alliance wrote. “For the mayor of Chicago to stand there—cloaked in a symbol now synonymous with Jewish bloodshed, flanked by an organization that justifies it—is more than tone-deaf. It’s a betrayal.”

Christian Organizations Seek To Join Court Case In Support Of The President’s Constitutional Authority
Alliance Defending Freedom attorneys representing a pregnancy resource center network and an organization of Christian employers filed a motion Thursday to intervene in Samuels v. Trump for the purpose of protecting the authority of a U.S. president to direct executive branch policy and thus to fire senior federal officials who reach their position of authority by presidential appointment.

Democrats’ vice chair gets ultimatum: stay neutral in primaries or step down from party leadership
Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair Ken Martin, aiming to quell a raging firestorm in the party, is making it crystal clear the DNC will stay neutral in intra-party primaries. Hogg, the 25-year-old survivor of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, drew sharp attention by spending money against fellow Democrats—a move a DNC official called unprecedented.

University Under Review For ‘Inaccurate’ Foreign Funding Disclosures Raked In Millions From China
Harvard University reportedly accepted over $100 million from China and about $1.6 million from “Palestinian territories” since 2017. A new Open the Books report released Thursday found the Ivy League school has accepted $1.1 billion from foreign sources since 2017 alone. The Department of Education on April 18 launched a records request into Harvard after finding “the university’s foreign reports revealed incomplete and inaccurate disclosures.”

Pam Bondi Drops the Hammer, Begins Bringing RICO Charges
On Monday, the Department of Justice dropped two major indictments involving 27 members of Tren de Aragua on Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations charges. The alleged crimes range from sex and drug trafficking to racketeering to firearms crimes. “Of the 27 defendants, 21 are in federal custod

Damning Allegation Buried in Letter That Forced Klaus Schwab’s Resignation – Conservatives Have Been Saying It for Years
The credibility of the World Economic Forum, a globalist cabal that promotes open borders and climate alarmism, is cratering amid allegations that founder Klaus Schwab was involved in egregious financial and ethical corruption during his 55-year reign as chairman. The sobering development confirmed longstanding speculation among conservatives that Schwab is a globalist puppet, who has been plied with bribes to push destructive agendas.

Severe thunderstorms forecast for Central and Southern Plains, U.S.
A slow-moving frontal boundary is forecast to trigger thunderstorms across the Central and Southern Plains of the United States on April 24, 2025, with risks of severe weather including large hail, strong wind gusts, and flash flooding. The system is expected to shift southeast, extending the storm threat into the Mississippi and Ohio Valleys, and eventually the Northeast and Southeast through April 26.

Experiments to dim the Sun will be approved within weeks
Experiments to dim sunlight to fight global warming will be given the green light by the Government within weeks.Outdoor field trials which could include injecting aerosols into the atmosphere, or brightening clouds to reflect sunshine, are being considered by scientists as a way to prevent runaway climate change.

Liberal Media Ditching “Food Deserts” Term For Far More Inflammatory-Sounding “Food Apartheid”
…The Associated Press periodically tweaks its style guide—often to make its left‑wing activism more subtle. Progressive activists do the same, inventing controversies out of thin air. Where we once spoke of “food deserts,” the Radical Left now insists on “food apartheid”—and expects us to pretend this contrived concept is happening in Seattle,

The Collapse Of U.S. Home Sales Is Here
This is a very difficult time for real estate agents and homeowners that are trying to sell their homes.  As I have documented below, sales of previously-owned homes in the United States just fell to the lowest level that we have seen during the month of March since 2009.  Needless to say, in March 2009 we were in the middle of the Great Recession.  Meanwhile, the number of unsold homes that are currently on the market just continues to pile up.  This is likely to put an enormous amount of downward pressure on home prices in the months ahead.

U.S. Airman Charged in Islamic Terror Plot Targeting Jewish Community in Pittsburgh
According to the Washington Times, three individuals — including a member of the U.S. Air Force National Guard — have been indicted in connection with a disturbing Islamic terror plot involving bomb-making and targeted vandalism of Jewish institutions.

Randall Carlson explains the hockey stick trick used to incite fear about global warming 
Over many decades, several thousand papers were published establishing the Medieval Warm Period from about 900 AD to 1300 AD and the Little Ice Age from about 1300 AD to 1915 AD as global climate changes. It came as quite a surprise when, in 1998, Mann et al. concluded that neither the Medieval Warming Period nor the Little Ice Age happened. The fudged temperature graph became known as the “hockey stick graph,” but it should be referred to as the “hockey stick trick.”

ARIA: The UK government’s secretive agency masquerading as a beacon of scientific progress
The UK Advanced Research + Invention Agency’s (“ARIA’s”) £800 million budget, channeled through the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology represents a colossal drain on public resources, yet its spending remains a tightly guarded secret. ARIA’s operations are so opaque that its secrecy is unparalleled, even among peers such as the US Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (“ARPA-H”) and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (“DARPA”).