September 2012 Headlines

Amputee Inspires to Win Life's Spiritual Race

Lebanese American Elie Hasbani never dreamed he'd live in Milwaukee, and he never imagined he'd be running a marathon.

US Troop Deaths in Afghanistan Reaches 2,000

At least 14 people were killed Monday when a suicide bomber drove a bike laden with explosives into a patrol of Afghan and international forces.

US Embassy Warns Women Missionaries in Egypt

Embassy urges caution after report of credible threat as House subcommittee holds up Obama Administation aid request for Egypt.

Government Issues Security Warning in Philippines

The United States government has warned American citizens in the Philippine capital of Manila to be on alert for security threats in the area.

Indonesia Christians Kicked Out of Church Buildings

In recent months, many Christian churches have been forcibly closed in the world's most populous Muslim nation.

Ahmadinejad to UN: 'Uncivilized Zionists' Threaten Iran

With U.S. and Israeli representatives boycotting the speech, Ahmadenijad said his country is threatened by "uncivilized Zionists."

Uruguay Close to Legalizing Abortion

Legislators in the Chamber of Deputies decided just before midnight Tuesday to narrowly approve an updated abortion bill by a 50-49 vote.

Syrian Refugees Riot in Jordan over Living Conditions

Syrian refugees angry over harsh living conditions in their desert tent camp rioted and clashed with police on Tuesday.

Nigerians Die Amid Boko Haram 'Crackdown'

Nigeria's military said the crackdown is meant to disrupt Boko Haram, but at least 36 people were also killed in the process.

Obama to UN: No Video Justifies Mindless Violence

President Obama vowed before the U.N. that anti-American rage among Muslims abroad will never force the United States to backtrack on diplomacy.

UK Christians Hold 'Shout to the Lord' Rally

Christians in the United Kingdom are taking the scripture "shout for joy to the Lord" seriously.

Radical Cleric Abu Hamza to be Extradited to US

A radical muslim cleric has lost an appeal and will soon be extradited to the United States to face terrorism charges.

Iran Threatens Israel amid US-Led Naval War Games

An Iranian commander said the Islamic Republic would launch a pre-emptive strike against should Israel if it believes the Jewish state is about to attack its nuclear facilities.

Morsi Wants to Be 'Real Friends' with U.S.

Ahead of trip to the U.S., Egypt's President Morsi says he wants to be 'real friends' with the U.S.

'Love the Prophet' Day Marked with Protests

The Pakistan government declared Friday "Love for the Prophet Day" so Muslims could protest the anti-Islam film that's been blamed for riots around the world.

London Charity Accused of Funding Terrorism

A British charity is accused of helping fund Boko Haram, a militant Islamic group in Nigeria that has claimed responsibility for several church attacks.

US Tax Dollars Fund Uganda Family Planning Campaign

The U.S. has been funneling millions of dollars overseas to family planning services. Specifically, USAID launched an family planning ad campaign in Uganda.

Protesters Killed in Libya

Two protesters die in militia compound attack.

Last of US Troop Surge Returns from Afghanistan

Defense Secretary Leon Panetta said the surge of 33,000 additional troops accomplished its mission.

Muslims Fan Protests ahead of UN Defamation Debate

What's the real goal of those leading the Mideast Muslim protests? It could be more about an upcoming debate at the United Nations than an anti-Muslim film.

Pakistani Accused of Blasphemy over Anti-Muslim Film

A Pakistani businessman accused of blasphemy against the Islamic Prophet Mohammed has been threatened with death.

Mohammad Cartoons Add Fuel Fiery Muslim Protests

A French magazine published caricatures of the Islamic prophet Mohammad in its latest edition, sparking more outrage among Muslim.

Islamists, Leftists Target Europe's Jews

Anti-Semitism is once again on the rise in Europe and as CBN found recently in Brussels, much of it is driven by a growing Muslim population.

Australian Lawmakers Reject Gay Marriage Bill

The Australian House of Representatives voted 98-42 against the first of four measures meant to allow gay marriage.

NATO Halts Joint Afghan Ops over 'Insider Killings'

As Muslim fury sweeps the Mideast, there's been a spike in insider killings in Afghanistan: Afghan soldiers, trained by their NATO allies, suddenly turn on them.

Mideast Riots Foreshadowing More Blasphemy Laws?

Violent attacks on U.S. missions in the Middle East have created a foreign relations crisis, and it stems partly from blasphemy laws in the region.

Suu Kyi Visit Highlights US-Burma Relations

Myanmar democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to discuss economic sanctions in the country.

Libya Threat Present Well Before Embassy Attack

An Islamist terrorist group said a suicide attack in Kabul that left at least 12 people dead was revenge for the anti-Muslim film that's sparked Mideast rioting.

Compassion USA: Everything in Haiti's 'Not Fine'

More than two years after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake shook the island nation of Haiti and shattered so many hopes and dreams, the country is still rebuilding.

Former Addicts Help Colombia's Street People

Christians who have had their lives turned around arrived from different countries on a mission to help Colombia's street people.

Libyans Tried to Rescue US Ambassador Stevens

Libyans say U.S. Ambassador Chris Stevens was alive when they found him in a safe house during the Sept. 11 attacks on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi.

Muslim Leader: Riots Start of 'Serious Movement'

Muslim anger over an anti-Islamic film continued Tuesday, with a rare appearance by Hezbollah chief Sheik Hassan Nasrallah adding fuel to the fire.

US Leads Naval Exercise Amid Israel, Iran Tensions

The U.S.-led operation in the Persian Gulf comes as tensions between Iran and Israel escalate over the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.

Pope Urges Reconciliation between Muslims, Christians

The Pope is back in Rome Monday after a three-day visit to Lebanon he described as a pilgrimage of peace.

Outraged Muslims Vow to Continue Film Protests

Protests surrounding an anti-Islam film have now spread from the Middle East to other parts of the globe -- and aren't expected to calm down anytime soon.

Libya Violence: Preplanned Attack or Spontaneous Riot?

Libya's president says al Qaeda is responsible for the deadly attack at the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi. But an FBI probe is uncovering a different story.

Iran Commander Warns Israel, US Against Attack

The top commander in Iran's powerful Revolutionary Guard warned Sunday that his country's missiles will ensure "nothing will remain" of Israel if it takes military action against Tehran over its controversial nuclear program.

Report: US Was Warned about Libya Attack

As anti-America violence continues across the Middle East, many are wondering what warnings the United States may've had before the deadly attack in Libya.

2 Marines Killed in Afghan Attack

Heavily armed insurgents attacked a British air base in southern Afghanistan Friday, killing two U.S. Marines and wounding several other troops, U.S. officials said.

Al-Qaida Calls for More Embassy Attacks

Al Qaida calls for more attacks on U.S.embassies in the Muslim world.

Deadly Riots Spark Calls to Cut Funds to Egypt, Libya

The violence in Egypt and Libya is sparking calls from thousands of Americans to end U.S. funding for those countries.

Christian Candidate Hoping to Help Muslim Indonesia

The gubernatorial elections in Indonesia on Sept. 20 is getting a lot of attention because of its Christian candidate.

Angus Buchan: Spreading the Hope of Jesus

Angus Buchan was a simple farmer who dared to tell others about Jesus. Now he leads crusades in Africa.

Obama Refuses to Set 'Red Line' on Iran

President Obama said he won't spell out specific boundaries Iran can't cross in its nuclear program before facing U.S. military action.

US on High Alert as Mideast Violence Spreads

Angry Muslim demonstrators in Jordan, Bangladesh, Iran, Iraq, Sudan, Tunisia, and even Israel, are now joining the anti-American protests.

Fears Abound over the Safety of Freed Pakistani Girl

A young Christian girl has been released on bail after spending two weeks in jail on charges she blasphemed against the Koran.

Church Demolished by Russian Gov't Gathers Among Ruins

Church members of a Russian evangelical church in Moscow that the government demolished this week gathered to pray early Sunday morning among the ruins of their once-standing church.

Iran Pastor Released, but Danger Remains

The former president of Open Doors USA warned CBN News that Iran's Pastor Yousef Nadarkhani may be more at risk now that he's been released.

China Accused of Harvesting Prisoner Organs

U.S. lawmakers are investigating reports that Chinese authorities harvested the human organs of prisoners for profit.

Egypt's President Condemns Embassy Attacks

Egypt President Mohammed Morsi has condemned Tuesday's deadly attacks on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi, Libya, and has vowed to protect foreign embassies in Cairo.

Muslim Mobs Continue Attacks on US Embassies

Muslim protestors launched more attacks on a U.S. embassy Thursday, this time in Yemen. The mob stormed the consulate, chanting "death to America."

Obama Vows Justice for 'Senseless' Ambassador Killing

President Obama condemned the killing of the U.S. ambassador to Libya in "the strongest possible terms," Wednesday, and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.

British High Schools Install Cameras in Bathrooms, Lockers

Students in high schools across Britain are being watched, even while they're in the bathroom.

'Islam's Savior' or Muslim Brotherhood's Heir?

Tariq Ramadan's grandfather founded the Muslim Brotherhood. While he denies ties to the group, he also claims there's "nothing in his heritage" he rejects.

New Intel Shows Iran Working on Nuclear Bomb

New intelligence reveals Iran is working on a nuclear bomb, according to diplomats who shared their insight with The Associated Press.

UN Cites Human Rights Issues in the Mideast, West

The United Nation's top human rights official criticized Syria and Bahrain for significant human rights issues Monday, while also citing Western countries.

Save the Children Charity Expelled from Pakistan

Save the Children spokesperson Ghulam Qadri said Pakistan's Interior Ministry gave the charity's foreign staff a two-week notice to leave the South Asian nation.

Costa Rica Largely Unscathed by Massive Quake

Costa Rican authorities are assessing the damage from a powerful magnitude 7.6 earthquake that shook the country Wednesday, killing one person.

Hundreds Fired over Afghan Attacks

According to reports, Afghan personnel have opened fire on foreign troops -- most of them American -- 30 times so far this year, killing at least 45.

Brazil Three-Person Civil Union Sparks Backlash

A public notary in Sao Paulo, Brazil, has granted two women and a man the right to live together in a civil union, sparking outrage from Christian groups.

Record Number of Refugees Flee Syria in August

Roughly a 100,000 people fled Syria during August, according to the U.N. -- the highest monthly number of refugees since the conflict began last March.

Unification Church Founder Rev. Moon Dies

The Rev. Sun Myung Moon, founder of the Unification Church, died Monday near his home in Gapyeong, northeast of Seoul. He was 92.

Pakistani Imam Accused of Setting Up Disabled Girl

A Pakistani imam now faces blasphemy charges for setting up a learning disabled teen.

Iran, North Korea sign technology agreement

Iran and North Korea have signed a scientific and technological cooperation agreement, bringing the two nations deeply at odds with the U.S. closer together.