March 2009 Headlines

Enemies Build Bridges - One Heart at a Time

An Israeli organization is building bridges between two countries-- one heart at a time.

Somali Muslims Changing Small Town

At first glance, Shelbyville is your typical sleepy southern hamlet. It's nestled in middle Tennessee, where the walking horse is king.

U.N. Urges Criticism of Religion Ban

The U.N.'s top human rights body passed a resolution urging laws banning the criticism of religion.

Afghanistan Summit Draws Protests

As President Barack Obama departed Washington for the G-20 Summit, protestors gathered in the Netherlands to voice some European opposition to his plans for sending more troops to Afghanistan.

Arab League Rejects Bashir Charges

The Arab League is rejecting war crimes charges against Sudan's president.

Obama Fever Alive and Well in Europe

LONDON -- President Barack Obama left Washington, D.C. aboard Air Force One bound for Europe for the first time as the leader of the free world Tuesday. 

New Israeli Government Takes Office

CBNNews.com - JERUSALEM, Israel - Prime Minister-designate Binyamin Netanyahu officially took office Tuesday, as the nation's 32nd government made up some 30 ministers was sworn in.

Why China is Afraid of the U.S. Dollar

CBNNews.com - A call by China this week for the world to consider dumping the dollar as its reserve currency is still sparking controversy.

President Lays Out Afghanistan Strategy

WASHINGTON - Today a suicide bomber's violent attack killed dozens of Muslims as they attended Friday prayers in a Pakistani mosque.

Calls Mount for Abortion Clininc Investigation

An Arizona congressman is calling for an investigation of two Phoenix abortion clinics that allegedly disregarded a report of sexual abuse.

UK May Allow Abortion, Condom TV Ads

Residents in Great Britain may soon see radio and TV ads that offer advice on getting an abortion.

Drug Pipes Recovered in Israeli Factory Raid

CBNNews.com  - Thousands of marijuana pipes have been apprehended by Israeli police after a factory raid in Northern Israel.

Jews Want Arab Israelis to Show Loyalty

CBNNews.com - In Israel, a recent clash between Palestinians and Jews highlights a growing problem for the Jewish state, radical Muslims living within the borders of Israel.

Geithner Open to Global Currency

U.S. Treasury Secretary Geithner said he is open to China's global currency proposal but believes the dollar should remain central.

Geithner Open to Global Currency

U.S. Treasury Secretary Geithner said he is open to China's global currency proposal but believes the dollar should remain central.

U.S Plans 'Surge' to Help Mexico's Drug Fight

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is in Mexico Thursday to garner support for Obama's plan to help Mexico fight drug cartels and to keep violence from spilling over into the U.S.

Troops Make 'Joyful Noise' in Worship Band

A Christian team in Iraq is leading the troops to worship God, and forming a close-knit family of brothers and sisters in Christ.

Israel's Netanyahu Builds Coalition Gov't

JERUSALEM - Israel's conservative Prime Minister-designate Benjamin Netanyahu will soon be able to form a government after a key vote by the liberal Labor party.

Chinese Bank Official: Replace the Dollar

The governor of China's central bank says the U.S. dollar should be replaced with a new international currency.

Oil and Gas Prices Ease, Expected to Rise

The price of oil eased slightly to $53 Tuesday after hitting a high of $54 a barrel Monday.

Owners Sued for Refusing Gay Couple Room

The Christian owners of a British seaside hotel are being sued after refusing to let a gay couple to stay in a double room.

Dollar Weakens on World Markets

Concerns over big spending in Washington have hurt the dollar on international markets.

Anti-Semitism on the Rise in Europe

CBNNews.com - If you don't think anti-Semitism is rising in Europe, look at the political cartoons.

Bin Laden Takes Interest in Somalia

Osama bin Laden denounced Somalia's new president, Thursday, and urged militants to overthrow the more moderate government the country now has.

Underwater Volcano Erupts in South Pacific

An underwater volcano near Tonga has been erupting for days.

Author: Carter 'Godfather of World Chaos'

Some have said that George W. Bush was the worst president in modern American history.

Britain Tracks Out of Country Travelers

Britain is planning to set up a database to record the personal information of everyone who travels out of the country.

Iraqis Optimistic on their Country's Safety

The Iraq war enters its sixth year this week and a recent ABC News poll found that most residents in the country are optimistic.

U.S. Journalists Detained in North Korea

North Korean soldiers took two American journalists into custody, Tuesday, near the North Korea-China border, according to Korean news reports.

Kremlin to Call for New International Currency

The Kremlin will call for a new international currency at the upcoming G20 economic summit.

Is Time Running Out for Netanyahu?

Israeli Prime Minister-Designate Benjamin Netanyahu might need a two-week extension to finish putting together his government.

European Union Decides to Drop the 'Mrs.'

CBNNews.com - The European Union says no more to using "Mrs." and "Miss."

Leftist Rule Cure for Struggling El Salvador?

El Salvador elected its first leftist president, Sunday, in hopes of ending out-of-control violence, rising prices, and unfair treatment in the country.

As Crisis Wanes, What's Next for Pakistan?

In Pakistan, street battles and demonstrations subsided, Monday, as the political crisis there was diffused.  But will it last?

Minister Beaten after Debating Muslims

A British minister was brutally beaten Monday after discussions with Muslims on his gospel program, The London Daily Mail reported.

Mexico Ups Troop Levels Near U.S. Border

More Mexican troops have arrived at the U.S.-Mexican border in what's being called a "small unit combat."

Israel's Likud Signs Coalition Deal

CBNNews.com - JERUSALEM, Israel - Prime Minister-designate Binyamin Netanyahu and Yisrael Beiteinu (Israel our Home) chairman Avigdor Lieberman signed a coalition deal late Sunday evening, with built-in flexibility should the Kadima and Labor parties decide to join a unity government.

Malmö, Sweden: Growing Muslim Influence

MALMO, Sweden -- A few years ago, the London Guardian newspaper called Sweden the most successful society the world has ever known. But Sweden today is being transformed by a large influx of immigrants from the Middle East.

Terrorists Finding New Recruits in U.S.

CBNNews.com - A Senate Homeland Security Committee held hearings today on Capitol Hill to address the growing threat of terrorist recruitment in the U.S.

Foreign Child Adoptions Drop Thousands

Americans are adopting less as prospective parents face financial struggles and government restrictions.

Oil Prices Hit New Highs for the Year

Oil prices hit new highs for the year as investors geared up for the potential of more OPEC production cuts.

Iran Test-fires Long-range Missile

Missle test signals nuclear capability for an atomic bomb that could one day strike Israel, The Jerusalem Posts reports.

Hostage Discovers Freedom in Captivity

Few people have escaped captivity from Colombia's notorious Farc terrorists. American Marc Gonsalves is one of the exceptions.

Afghanistan: The Smell of Death

KABUL, Afghanistan -- Every day in Afghanistan, women are committing suicide by setting themselves on fire. In a country where women are often oppressed, self immolation has become a common practice to escape family problems. And the cases of self immolation are growing at an alarming rate. The Smell Is Unbearable

China's Nip and Tuck Industry

SHANGHAI, China -- After years of growth China's economy is slowing down for the first time since 2002.

Iran: Israeli Nuclear Site in Missile Range

Israeli nuclear sites are now within missile range, according to Iran.

Report: Israel Considers Action Against Iran

Israel is "seriously considering military action against Iran," according to a new report by the Washington Institute for Near East Policy.

Olmert Faces More Fraud Accusations

Israel's national fraud unit says Prime minister Ehud Olmert should be indicted for his role in an investment affair while he was trade minister.

UK Christians, Atheists Battle it Out with Ads

CWN.org -  In the United Kingdom, atheists and Christians have been fighting it out in the streets.

Geert Wilders: Laws Stifle Islam Criticism

CBNNews.com - He's been banned from Britain and is facing trial in his own country. But controversial Dutch politician Geert Wilders received a warm reception at the National Press Club in Washington Friday.

Clinton Meets with PA Leaders in West Bank

RAMALLAH, West Bank - U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton wrapped up her first visit to Israel in meetings with Palestinian Authority PA President Mahmoud Abbas and Prime Minister Salam Fayyad in Ramallah on Wednesday.

Obama May Drop Missile Defense Plans

President Barack Obama has told Russian president Dmitry Medvedev he may drop U.S plans for a missile defense system in eastern Europe.

Clinton Urges Aid for Gaza Reconstruction

CBNNews.com - Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has joined leaders from 80 other countries at an aid for Gaza conference in Egypt.

China's Communists Get Religion

BEIJING, China -- After returning from a recent trip to Beijing, former president Jimmy Carter said that there are "10,000 new Christians registering everyday" in China.

China Influence in Panama a U.S. Threat?

CBNNews.com - The Panama Canal has been one of the world's most significant waterways, bridging the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.