February 2012 Headlines

Terror Group 'Enjoys' Killing Nigerian Christians

While a Islamic terror group has declared war on Nigeria's Christians, the people being targeted have called for prayer and for forgiveness.

Secret Worship: N. Korea Defector Tells of Survival

Some North Koreans have escaped from the Communist country and its human rights violations. Kim Eun Jin is one of those survivors.

Boko Haram's 'Holy War' on Nigeria

Boko Haram is threatening to turn Nigeria into an Islamic emirate. The sophistication of their attacks has many worried over the group's links to global terrorists.

Egypt's Struggling Christians Seek Divine Intervention

More than a year after Hosni Mubarak was ousted, many Egyptians believe their revolution has stalled -- a frightening prospect for Egypt's persecuted Christians.

Heavy Metal Church Rocks Out for Jesus

Just on the outskirts of Bogotá, Colombia, an unlikely ministry is spreading the gospel. It's a church that delivers sermons with a heavy metal beat.

Russian Predicts Kremlin Crackdown After Elections

Russians believe the presidential elections are rigged in Putin's favor. Russia's Christians are asking the global church to pray for their elections.

House Condemns Iran for Pastor's Death Sentence

Lawmakers in the House have passed a resolution condemning Iran for the persecution of Iranian Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani.

Clinton Touts New Round of Iran Sanctions

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton says the U.S. isn't letting any grass grow under its feet when it comes moving on new sanctions against Iran.

North Korea Suspends Nuclear Activity for US Aid

North Korea has agreed to suspend its nuclear and long-range missile testing, as well as uranium enrichment, following negotiations with the United States.

Travel Ban Lifted on Detained Americans in Egypt

Egypt is allowing the release of seven Americans at the center of the worst crisis in U.S. relations with Egypt in 30 years.

'Leaplings' Celebrate 'True Birthday' Every 4 Years

Leap Year was introduced by Roman emperor Julius Caesar and dates back to 46 B.C. It is a corrective measure to keep our calendar matching the four seasons.

Wounded British Journalist Smuggled from Syria

A wounded British photographer who had been trapped in the besieged Syrian city of Homs was spirited safely into Lebanon on Tuesday.

Iranian Pastor Still Alive, But in Danger

Detained Iranian Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani is alive but still in imminent danger of being executed for his faith by authorities.

Crippled Cruise Liner Expected to Dock Thursday

Another crippled Costa cruise ship is being towed back to shore after a fire knocked out its generator room on Monday.

CBN's Tipri TV Helping People with Porn Addiction

The Christian Broadcasting Network is using the Internet to help bring freedom to people who are addicted to pornography.

Egyptian Judge Delays Trial of American Workers

An Egyptian court has pushed back the trial of 16 Americans charged with creating unrest in the north African country.

Suicide Bomber Attacks Nigeria Church, Three Killed

Muslim terrorists bombed the headquarters for the Church of Christ in central Nigeria Sunday, killing three people and wounding 38.

Islamist Parties Continue Winning in Egypt's Elections

The Muslim Brotherhood's Justice and Freedom Party won 58 percent of the seats in the upper parliament, and the al-Nour Party garnered another 25 percent.

UN Agency: Iran Expanding Nuclear Work

Iran is rapidly expanding its production of enriched uranium, the International Atomic Energy Agency said in its latest report.

Fallout Continues over Burned Korans, US Apology

Apologies from Obama and military leaders for accidentally burning Korans has not helped temper Muslim outrage, while U.S. troops remain in jeopardy.

Pastor Commands Tsunami Wave to 'Stop'

Pastor Pio Ancol told CBN News he experienced God's power during the earthquake and resulting tsunmi earlier this month in the Philippines.

Senegal's President Tells CBN He Deserves Another Term

President Abdoulaye Wade recently met with CBN President Michael Little and explained that he has led a peaceful democracy, a model of Islamic moderation.

CBN Mourns the Loss of Kumar Periasamy

Kumar Periasamy, director of international operations and programs for CBN's Operation Blessing, passed away Saturday after a battle with cancer.

US Troops Shot in Kabul; NATO Pulls Workers

A gunman killed two American military advisers with shots to the back of the head Saturday inside a heavily guarded ministry building.

Graham: Obama Should Do More for Iranian Pastor

As international criticism toward Iran grows, Rev. Franklin Graham said President Obama should do more to help the Iranian pastor who has been sentenced to die.

Widow: Iran Scientist Wanted Israel's Annihilation

The widow of an assassinated Iranian nuclear scientist said her husband's goal was to destroy the Zionist regime and support the rights of Palestinians.

Iranian Pastor Could Be Executed Any Day Now

Those close to the case of a Christian pastor in Iran who's facing a death sentence for refusing to recant his faith now fear he could be killed any day now.

Syrian Army Continues Massacre of Civilians

Leaders from the United States, Europe, and the Arab world were in London, Thursday, looking for ways to stop the bloodshed.

US Apologizes as Koran Burnings Spark Attacks

The White House has joined the chorus of apologies over what's said to be an accidental desecration of Korans at a United States military base in Afghanistan.

Britain's New 50 Percent Tax Rate a Bust

Britain's new higher tax rate of 50 percent is apparently not bringing in the extra funds the government expected. In fact, it's bringing in less money.

Iran Warns of Preemptive Strike against 'Enemies'

Iran is warning the West that it's prepared to launch a preemptive strike against opponents of its nuclear program.

Cardinal Timothy Dolan 'Rock Star' of the Catholic Faith

Dolan's recent vocal stand agains President Obama's birth control mandate has some some speculating that he may be what the Catholic church needs as its next leader.

McCain: Egypt-US Diplomatic Crisis Resolution Near

Egypt's military ruler assured Sen. McCain that everything possible was being done to resolve the crackdown on non-profits that resulted in the detainment of several U.S. aid workers. 

Chavez Confirms He Faces New Surgery for Cancer

President Hugo Chavez says doctors in Cuba have found a new lesion in the area where a cancer was detected last year.

Protestors Demand Release of Imprisoned Christians

Protestors in Washington demanded Saudi Arabia release 35 imprisoned Ethiopian Christians who were arrested for praying in a private home.

Afghans Protest Koran Desecration at US Base

Some of the Korans, which had been used by detainees, were thrown in the trash after they were no longer being used.

Why Christians Should Reach Out to Prison Inmates

One ministry is trying to bring about global prison reform, while also reaching forgotten prisoners with the Gospel.

Sabers Rattle as S. Korea Holds Live Fire Drills

South Korea held live-fire military drills near its disputed Yellow Sea boundary with North Korea Monday, despite threats of retaliation.

UK Court Upholds Fine Against Christian Hotel Owners

A court of appeals in the United Kingdom on Feb. 17 upheld a $5,800 fine imposed last year against a Christian couple for refusing to rent a room to a homosexual couple.

McCain: Detainments Could Harm US-Egypt Relations

A delegation of U.S. senators will be meeting with leaders in Egypt Monday to discuss the case of the 19 Americans facing charges of trying to foment unrest.

UN Inspectors Want to Visit Iran Military Complex

United Nations nuclear inspectors hopr to hold talks with key officials and scientists on Iran's controversial nuclear program during their two-day visit to Tehran.

Iran Cuts Crude Oil Exports to Britain, France

Iran has halted oil shipments to Britain and France, the Oil Ministry said Sunday.

Pastor: Philippines Quake a 'Wake-Up Call'

One Philippines pastor whose home was damages in this months deadly earthquake has called the tragedy a "wake-up call."

Prosecutor, Judge Killed in Northwest Syria

Gunmen assassinated a senior prosecutor and a judge in a restive province in northwest Syria on Sunday.

School Bus Falls into River, Seven Dead in India

Police say a school bus plunged into a river and at least seven people were killed in the west-coast Indian resort state of Goa.

China Will Allow US Religious Envoy to Visit

After previous refusal, Chinese officials are now working on dates for U.S. religious freedom ambassador Suzan Johnson Cook to visit China.

North Korean 'Bride Slaves' Sold into Misery

Lured by the promise of food, money and a better life, human smugglers are tricking hundreds of North Korean women each year into a web of human trafficking.

UK Minister: Britain Must Be Confident in Beliefs

The British Cabinet Office minister, who is a Muslim, issued a strong warning about the growing secularization of the United Kingdom and Europe.

Honduras: Several Pastors Killed in Prison Blaze

A massive fire in a Honduran prison has killed at least 358 prisoners, many trapped in their cells, yelling for help as the flames engulfed them

UN to Syrian People: 'The World Is with You'

The United Nations has backed a plan calling on Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to step down, strongly condemning his regime's violations of human rights.

Is a Covert War against Iran Already Underway?

By most accounts, Iran is secretly racing to obtain a nuclear bomb. But some suspect a clandestine war is underway to stop the Islamic Republic in its tracks.

Top General Urges Egypt to Resolve Dispute with US

The chairman of the joint chiefs of staff says he pleaded with Egypt's ruling generals to resolve the crisis with the United States.

Egyptian Dissident Warns of Brotherhood's Rise

Egyptian dissident Majed El Shafie told CBN News the Obama administration has miscalculated the Muslim Brotherhood's true intentions.

Victim of Muslim Ambush Turns Tragedy to Triumph

Shirlyn Macasarte survived a fierce attack only to be crippled for life. Today, she's turned her personal nightmare into a blessing for others.

Iran Defies Threats of More Sanctions with Nuclear Tour

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad toured a nuclear facility, a clear sign to the world that Tehran has no plans to abandon its quest for a nuclear weapon.

China's VP Believes in US-China Relationship

China's next leader is visiting with Obama administration officials in Washington to strengthen relations between the communist nation and the U.S.

Brutal Attacks Continue on Syrian Civilians

Syrians in the rebel city of Homs endured an eleventh straight day of violent attacks by the country's military.

Radical Islamic Group Continues Attacks in Nigeria

The African county of Nigeria remains on edge after a wave of deadly bombings and attacks by gunmen this year.

Egypt Stresses Need for Improved US Relations

The statement by the head of Egypt's ruling military coucil comes as the North African nation prepared try 19 Americans for allegedly fomenting unrest.

Under Siege? Spain Resists Islamic 'Invasion'

The Koran instructs Muslims to conquer the whole world for Islam. It happened 1,300 years ago in Spain -- and some say it's happening again.

Syrian Army General Assassinated in Damascus

Gunmen assassinated an army general in Damascus Saturday in the first killing of a high ranking military officer in the Syrian capital since the uprising against President Bashar Assad's regime began in March.

Marilyn Hickey: Thousands of Miracles in Pakistan

Last month, Bible teacher and evangelist Marilyn Hickey held a series of gospel meetings in Karachi, the 10th largest city in the world and the largest Muslim city in the world.

Muslim Brotherhood Calls for New Gov't in Egypt

The Muslim Brotherhood demanded Thursday that Egypt's ruling generals give up their power over the current government.

Group Makes Woman's Chocolate Business Sweeter

Operation Blessing International, the Virginia Beach, Va.-based charity aid organization, is helping a grandmother in Mexico with her own business.

Koreans Call Out North's Human Rights Violations

More than 200,000 prisoners are believed to be held in the camps. Some of them are Christians who were sent to the jails simply for professing faith in Christ.

Syrian Army Kill Hundreds as Rebels Wait for Help

President Bashar al-Assad's regime has earned worldwide outrage for months of violence against its own citizens. Yet, military assistance is slow in coming.

Ex-Muslim Boy Clings to Faith Despite Beatings

Here's just one example of Christians in other countries who are attacked and sometimes even killed because of their faith, especially if they're converts from Islam.

Hope of Finding Philippine Quake Victims Fades

Rescue teams are losing hope of finding any survivors in the landslides triggered by Monday's powerful earthquake in the Philippines.

Diplomatic Crisis Deepens over Charged Americans

The long-time U.S. ally now appears to be playing a hostile game of chicken, with American pro-democracy workers caught in the middle.

Syrian Carnage Continues Unabated

For the fifth successive day, government troops continued the onslaught in the central Syrian city of Homs Wednesday.

Basketball Opens Doors to Minister to Africa Youth

One American ministry is trying to change a central African country's destiny by focusing on young people.

Europe Snow Freezes Global Warming Claims

The European Union considers global warming to be a scientific fact. But now that Europe is in the freezer, many climate experts have gone silent.

UK Could Release al Qaeda-Linked Extremist on Bail

A British court has ruled that Abu Qatada, an extremist Islamic cleric with alleged ties to al Qaeda, should be released on bail.

US Protests Assad by Closing Embassy in Damascus

The United States closed its embassy in Syria Monday to protest the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

US Threatens Cut in Aid if Egypt Tries 19 Americans

Egypt plans to put 19 Americans on trial for illegally using foreign funds to provoke unrest. The U.S. has threatened to cut off aid if Egypt it goes through with the trial.

Syrian Forces Continue Deadly Assault on City

Government forces continued to bombard the central Homs Monday with mortars and artillery fire, the third day of a relentless assault by Syrian forces.

Samaritan's Purse Bible School Bombed in Sudan

Eight bombs were dropped on the Heiban Bible College in South Kordofan state near the border with South Sudan.

Supreme Leader: Iran Will Support Israel's Enemies

Iran's supreme leader announced Friday that his country will support any nation that confronts Israel, saying the Jewish state is a "cancer" to be "cut."

Charity Rescues Guatemalan Woman's Livelihood

A struggling Guatemalan woman almost lost her store until Operation Blessing stepped in and provided all the supplies needed to get it running again.

US Missionary Couple Martyred in Mexico

An American missionary couple were killed in northern Mexico during an apparent robbery, outside of Monterrey.

US Strike Kills Southeast Asia's Top Terrorist

Malaysian Zulkifli bin Hir, also known as Marwan, was a top leader of the regional al Qaeda-linked Jemaah Islamiyah terror network.

White House Plans to End Combat Role in Afghanistan

The White House plans to end combat in Afghanistan in 2013, switching focus for U.S. forces on training and supporting Afghan forces.

Egypt Soccer Fans Rush Field, 74 Dead

At least 74 people were killed and hundreds injured after soccer fans rushed the field in the seaside city of Port Said Wednesday.

UN: Iran Must Prove Nuke Program Is Peaceful

Officials in both Jerusalem and Washington sounded new warnings Wednesday about Iran's nuclear program and the possibility of an attack.

One Person Killed as Dakar Protests Turn Violent

An Associated Press reporter saw the young man fall to the ground when a tank-like truck drove through the crowd.

Afghan Man to Appeal Canada Honor-Killing Verdict

One of three members of a Muslim family in Canada, convicted of killing three teenage sisters and another woman, intends to appeal the verdict.

British Men Confess to Stock Exchange Bomb Plot

Four British men pleaded guilty Wednesay to an al Qaeda-inspired plot to bomb the London Stock Exchange.

Russia Balks at UN Resolution on Syrian Fighting

Russia, one of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's strongest allies, said it will veto any United Nations action against Damascus.