August 2012 Headlines

Rag Picker's Transformation: An 'Untouchable' Meets Christ

Roopa Raju, an 18-year-old Indian girl who picked trash by day, by night was forced to sell her body. Find out what happened when she encountered Christ.

NY Couple Donates Fire Truck to African Hospital

When a fire destroyed thousands of dollars of medicine at a Christian hospital in Africa in 2009, a U.S. couple set out on a quest to send them a used fire truck.

Syria Refugees Find Hope among 'The Bible People'

Thousands of Syrians are racing to escape the violence of civil war. As these refugees seek safety, Christians in Jordan are stepping in to bring them help and hope.

Nazism to 'Salafism': Islamists Threaten Germany

From Nazism to communism, Germany has seen its share of radical ideologies over the years. Now the nation faces a new threat: Salafism.

Egypt's President Morsi Aligning with Iran?

In an apparent show of support for Iran, Egypt's President Morsi said it was a nation's right to develop nuclear energy as long as it was in keeping with international protocols.

State Meltdown: Greece on Brink of Total Failure

As EU officials try to figure out how to rescue Greece, people continue to suffer. Many fear the problems are so deep, nothing will able to stop a total state meltdown.

Pakistan Christians Flee Homes after Girl's Arrest

In Pakistan, a young girl is behind bars and an entire Christian community is hiding in the woods. The reason? The girl is accused of blaspheming the Koran.

US Soldiers Disciplined for Koran Burning

Six Army soldiers have been disciplined for burning Korans at a U.S. military base in Afghanistan last year.

Christians in Hiding after Girl Accused of Blasphemy

Possibly hundreds of Christians are hiding in a forest in Pakistan after a girl in their community was accused of blasphemy.

Ukraine Authorities Freeze Prominent Pastor's Assets

Pastor Sunday Adelaja, who leads what is believed to be the largest evangelical church in Eastern Europe, is facing possible arrest in Ukraine.

Taliban Beheads 17 Afghans over Celebration Music

Taliban insurgents beheaded 17 Afghan civilians while celebrating in Afghanistan, over the weekend. The Taliban wanted to stop the music.

Haiti Takes Beating as Isaac Eyes Gulf Coast

As the Gulf Coast is making preparations for Tropical Storm Isaac Monday, the Caribbean is still reeling from the storm's deadly impact.

Middle East Christians Battle 'Religicide' with Faith

The Iraqi city of Mosul is now the most violent area in the country, and much of the attacks there are directed at Christians.

Cholera a Threat after Isaac Hits Haiti

Tropical Storm Isaac has left Haiti, but a path of destroyed tents, flooded streets, and the deadly threat of cholera remains.

Norwegian Mass Murderer Sentenced to Prison

Mass killer Anders Behring Breivik has been sentenced to prison for killing 77 people in the brazen shooting rampage in Norway last year.

Operation Blessing on Standby as Isaac Eyes Haiti

Haiti is once again facing the threat of natural disaster as forecasters predict Isaac will strike the island nation with hurricane-force strength by Friday night.

Syria's Civilians Taking Brunt of Bloody Civil War

Civilians in Syria are faring the worst in the nation's civil war, according to new report from the human rights group Amnesty International.

Pakistan Child Jailed over Blasphemy Charges

A Christian girl in Pakistan has been sent to prison for allegedly desecrating the Koran.

Syria's Civil War Bleeds into Lebanon

Syria's civil war has spilled across the border into Lebanon, a country that has battled its own civil war for 15 years.

Dozens Die, Thousands Displaced in Niger Floods

For more than a month, residents in Niger have suffered deadly flooding, and officials don't expect much relief in coming days.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Dies at 57

Meles Zenawi, who served as Ethiopia's Prime Minister for more than 20 years, died on Monday. He was 57.

Obama to Syria: Chemical Weapons 'Red Line' for US

President Obama warned Syria that the threat of chemical or biological warfare would force his administration to take military action.

Gen. Dempsey's Plane Hit by Afghan Militant Rockets

Rockets fired by Afghan militants hit the chairman of the U.S. joint chiefs of staff's airplane in Afghanistan Monday.

US General in Afghanistan to Discuss Attacks

Gen. Martin Dempsey's visit came just one day after another American was killed by authorities in Afghanistan.

Detained Iranian Pastor to Appear in Court, Again

Imprisoned Iranian Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani will face yet another court appearance in less than a month to answer to the "charges brought against him."

German City Officially Recognizes Islamic Holidays

Hamburg, Germany, has become the first city in the country to officially recognize Islamic holidays by allowing Muslims employees and students to take time off to celebrate.

Afghan Police Attack Kills Two US Servicemen

A newly recruited Afghan village policeman opened fire on his American allies on Friday, killing two U.S. service members minutes after they handed him his official weapon in an inauguration ceremony.

Christian Charity Helps Muslims with Hernia Operations

Out of 132 patients being operated on in Indonesia recently, only one is Christian. The other 131 are Muslims being helped by CBN's Operation Blessing.

Ecuador Grants Asylum to WikiLeaks' Assange

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is safe from both U.S. and British authorities as Ecuador granted him political asylum Thursday.

'Rise Up' Hopes to Preserve Australia's Faith Heritage

In America, the Tea Party has been very successful in winning elections. Now members of a new party in Australia are hoping to do the same.

Seven US Troops Die in Afghan Helicopter Crash

Seven American troops and four Afghans died in a Black Hawk helicopter crash on Thursday in southern Afghanistan.

Syrian Violence Turns to Hostage Taking

Hoping to send a message to President Bashar al-Assad's few remaining supporters in the country, Syrian rebels have adopted a new tactic of taking hostages.

Rabbis Call for Removal of Anti-Semitic Apple App

The Conference of European Rabbis has asked Apple to pull an app based on a notorious anti-Semitic forgery.

Death Toll Rises in Iran Quakes; Rescues Halt

More than 3,000 people were injured by the 6.4 and 6.3 magnitude earthquakes that shook the nation's mountainous northeast region this weekend.

Child Soldier Runs for God and Olympic Gold

As age 6, Lopez Lomong escaped a Sudanese prison camp and eventually made it to the U.S. Then, he worked his way to become an American Olympian.

Runner: God Can Use You in So Many Ways

New Zealand middle distance runner Lucy Van Dalen is giving God the credit for helping her make it to the London Olympics.

Games Pastors Making Most of Olympic Window

As London is swept by Olympic fever, a team of more than 300 Christians are demonstrating their faith by helping thousands of visitors travelling throughout the bustling city.

More than a Dozen Dead in Nigeria Church Attack

Christians in Nigeria faced yet another church attack Monday night, this time resulting in at least 19 deaths.

UK Islamist Leader: Islam Will Dominate America

Leading Islamist Anjem Choudary has been called the face of Islam in the United Kingdom. Now he's warning Islam will soon dominate America and the world.

CBN Helps as Thousands Flee Philippines Flooding

Powerful monsoon rains battered the Philippine capital of Manila causing widespread flooding and triggering landslides that left at least 15 people dead.

Battle for Syria's Largest City Continues

Government troops launched one of their biggest ground attacks yet on rebel held areas in Aleppo, Syria's largest city.

First Saudi Female Olympian Finishes Last

Despite falling nearly 45 seconds behind the winner, Sarah Attar got a huge applause from the stadium crowd.

Philippine Capitol Under Water, Death Toll Rising

Heavy rains are adding to woes in the Philippines this week, only days after a typhoon saturated the country's capital and nearby villages.

Inside the Muslim Brotherhood in the West

The Brotherhood has been active in the West for decades. CBN News traveled to Europe to discover how the group got here and what it has planned.

Iranian Suspects 'Confess' to Killing Nuke Scientists

Iranian state television on Monday showed several suspects who supposedly confessed to killing five nuclear scientists in 2010.

Spain Foils Terror Plot Involving Ultralight Aircraft

Terrorists have used sports drinks, shoes, and underwear to hide explosives. Now, Spain says three terror suspects were experimenting with ultralight planes.

Annan Quits as Syria Envoy; Blasts UN Disunity

Kofi Annan is quitting his role as the United Nation's peace envoy for Syria, citing his frustration with the lack of unity in the U.N Security Council.

US Bolsters Counterterrorism Efforts in Africa

The United states will increase its military funding to combat terrorism in Africa following mounting terror threats from splintered al Qaeda groups across the continent.

UN Arms Treaty on Hold After Talks Unravel

A United Nations treaty meant to regulate international arms trade is on hold after member states failed to reach an agreement.

Imprisoned Iranian Pastor Denied Medical Help

An Iranian pastor imprisoned for his faith is being denied medical attention for his deteriorating health.