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USA: Trump links plane crash to diversity programmes

30 Jan 2025

Donald Trump has linked a deadly mid-air collision in Washington DC to diversity hiring practices at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under previous administrations. The crash, involving an American Airlines jet and a military helicopter, claimed 67 lives; there were no survivors. Trump criticised Joe Biden and Barack Obama for allegedly prioritising diversity initiatives over aviation safety, and accused the FAA of lowering hiring standards for air traffic controllers. He also claimed that under Biden, the FAA recruited individuals with ‘intellectual disabilities and psychiatric problems’. The crash has sparked debate over aviation hiring policies, with officials emphasising the need for a thorough, fact-based inquiry.

Atheist CIA agent launched investigation of God

23 Jan 2025

Andrew Bustamante, a former atheist and CIA agent, was raised to dismiss faith. His mother rejected Catholicism, and his father’s violent death hardened his stance against religion. At 18, he entered the Air Force Academy, staunchly anti-religion, often mocking his Christian roommate Meredithe. Yet Meredithe’s daily kindness and resilience planted seeds of doubt in Andrew’s atheism. Another Christian, Ian, invited Andrew to his wedding. Struggling to find a gift, Andrew felt compelled to journal his reflections while reading the Bible cover-to-cover. By Isaiah, he surrendered to Jesus as Lord. He gifted the journal to Ian, who insisted Andrew keep it, recognising its spiritual significance. After joining the CIA, Andrew met his wife, Jihi, a Buddhist inspired by his faith. They later settled in Tampa Bay, where Andrew launched 'Every Day Spy’, a consulting firm sharing CIA skills in business. His testimony reflects God’s pursuit and transformation, beginning with the unwavering witness of Christian friends.

Ghost hunters discovered who they were contacting

23 Jan 2025

Corey and Kristin Deel were once ghost hunters, equipped with cameras and K2 meters, helping 'spirits with unfinished business' cross over. However, their encounters with the supernatural led to chilling revelations. Kristin experienced an evil presence after a ghost hunt, realising she had opened spiritual portals. Corey faced demonic oppression in the form of violent convulsions, rage, and even physical attacks, including a scratch from a demon. These harrowing experiences forced them to question their beliefs about ghosts. Through Scripture, they discovered that souls cannot return to communicate with the living (Luke 16) and that they were interacting with demons (Ephesians 6). Surrendering to Jesus, they were born again, married, and learned to exercise authority over the demonic realm in His name. Though they faced spiritual warfare and opposition, Corey and Kristin boldly warn others about the dangers of the occult and testify to the power of God’s deliverance.

London: one in twelve may be an illegal immigrant

23 Jan 2025

A confidential report commissioned by Thames Water has revealed that over 580,000 people in London - one in twelve residents - may be illegal immigrants. Researchers used national data to calculate these figures, showing that London accounts for 60% of the UK’s estimated one million illegal immigrants. Most arrived legally on work, study, or visitor visas, but overstayed. Illegal migration is straining public infrastructure, prompting crackdowns on illegal employment in industries like car washes, nail bars, and construction. Nearly a thousand enforcement visits between July and November led to 770 arrests and significant fines for employers hiring illegal workers. Critics argue that the Government has lost control of UK borders, while others emphasise the need for stricter laws to prevent abuse of asylum and human rights claims. Despite enforcement efforts, illegal Channel crossings have surged, with over a thousand migrants reaching the UK in 2025’s first 21 days. Both the Government and public debate remain divided on solutions to this growing crisis.