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The Daily Article
The Daily Article Podcast offers news discerned differently every Monday through Friday morning. With biblical insight into the day’s latest news and current events, this narrated edition of Dr. Jim Denison’s email newsletter presents a nonpartisan perspective on what’s happening now and how Christians can respond biblically to the culture at large.
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SPECIAL EDITION: Rob Reiner’s son arrested in connection with parents’ deaths
Article Description Iconic actor and director Rob Reiner first came to fame for his role as Archie Bunker’s liberal son-in-law “Meathead” in All In the Family…
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Rob Reiner and his wife found dead; police probe homicide
Famed Hollywood director and actor Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle Singer Reiner have died, a family spokesperson said yesterday. Los Angeles police said they…
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What Trump’s National Security Strategy means for America
“America has no permanent friends or enemies, only interests.” For better or worse, that principle—typically attributed to Henry Kissinger—epitomizes President…
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President Trump, affordability, and the power of empathy
Yesterday, the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates for the third time this year. The decision was made in response to slowing job growth and elevated…
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Our “most annoying” Christmas song is also the most popular
According to a survey conducted by FinanceBuzz, the “most annoying” Christmas song in America is also the most popular Christmas song in America. But seen in a…
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What does the 2026 “color of the year” say about us?
Pantone, a company that calls itself “the global authority for color communication and inspiration,” has announced that Cloud Dancer is its “color of the year”…
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New survey reports spiritual impact of Charlie Kirk’s death
It’s been nearly three months since Charlie Kirk was murdered at an outdoor rally in Utah. A remarkable spiritual movement was noted in the days and weeks…
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What is Trump’s goal in Venezuela and are his actions legal?
In addition to parking the largest buildup of America’s naval forces since the Cuban Missile Crisis, with fifteen thousand troops parked just outside of…
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What is the second-most “sinful city” in America?
If you live in Las Vegas, you might not expect a visit from Santa this year. You’re likely not surprised that “Sin City” has been ranked the “most sinful city”…
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Has Pete Hegseth committed war crimes?
Did Mr. Hegseth commit a genuine violation of the US code regarding military actions? At the center of the controversy is a Washington Post story about a…
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How Dick Van Dyke explains his long life
The legendary actor and comedian Dick Van Dyke turns one hundred on December 13. He confidently asserts, “When you expire, you expire,” and claims that “the…
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Cape Cod artist creates “Lobster nativity scene”
A Cape Cod artist has created what Axios calls “New England’s newest unlikely holiday sensation: the Lobster nativity scene.” Jesus is depicted as a baby…
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National Guard soldier dies a day after DC attack
US Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, died last night, according to President Trump. She was one of two National Guard members targeted by a gunman in…
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“Franksgiving” and “infamous” Macy’s balloon incidents
The news is filled with Thanksgiving trivia, from today’s average gathering size (seven) and caloric intake (3,150–4,500 calories), to holiday travel…
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Zelensky wants to finalize a deal with Trump over Thanksgiving
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reportedly wants to meet President Trump “as soon as possible,” possibly over Thanksgiving, to finalize a joint…
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“Signs of a true revival have been piling up lately”
As we focus on gratitude this Thanksgiving week, let’s consider a recent article in the Atlantic that offers surprising encouragement about evangelical…
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Supreme Court keeps Republican-friendly Texas map
The weekend’s headlines were dominated by political themes, from Marjorie Taylor Greene quitting to the Supreme Court keeping Texas’s new congressional map to…
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US sends Ukraine detailed plan to end the war with Russia
Request your copy of Waiting for Christmas today! Advent is coming soon. Article Description When news broke that President Trump was preparing to present…
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President Trump signs bill to release Epstein files
President Trump stated on social media last night that he has signed the bill that directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to publicly release all its Jeffrey…
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Using a chatbot to talk to Jesus
Request your copy of Waiting for Christmas today! Advent is coming soon. Article Description Text With Jesus is an AI-powered chatbot billed as “a divine…
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Tom Cruise receives his first Oscar
Tom Cruise received his first Academy Award this week, an honorary Oscar presented at the sixteenth annual Academy Governors Awards. He told the assembled…
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President Trump says the House should release Epstein files
Request your copy of Waiting for Christmas today! Advent is coming soon. Article Description Late last night, President Trump wrote on social media that House…
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Why are the enhanced Obamacare subsidies so controversial?
Democrats and Republicans clashed over several issues during the government shutdown, which came to an end late Wednesday night. However, the enhanced…
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President Trump signs spending bill ending US shutdown
Late last night, President Trump signed into law a spending package that reopened the US government, drawing the record-long forty-three-day shutdown to a…
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Donald Trump threatens to sue BBC over edited speech
Request your copy of Waiting for Christmas today! Advent is coming soon. Article Description The Telegraph, a British media outlet, published an exclusive…
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Supreme Court will not revisit same-sex marriage ruling
The US Supreme Court announced yesterday that it will not revisit its landmark 2015 ruling that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. For those of us who…
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Lawmakers take step to end US government shutdown
A group of Senate Democrats reached an agreement last night with congressional Republicans, the first in a series of votes that would lead to reopening the US…
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Is Nigeria committing genocide against Christians?
Request your copy of Waiting for Christmas today! Advent is coming soon. Article Description Trump reinstated his designation of Nigeria as a “Country of…
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Will Donald Trump go to heaven when he dies?
Request your copy of Waiting for Christmas today! Advent is coming soon. Article Description The president dialed into Fox & Friends a few weeks ago to discuss…
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What kind of mayor will Zohran Mamdani be?
Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City. Mamdani is a member of the Democratic Party and the Democratic Socialists of America, and he is the city’s…
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What do today’s elections mean for our national future?
Today’s political races are dominating the news, from the mayoral contest in New York City to gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey to a redistricting…
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Should Republicans scrap the filibuster to end the shutdown?
Request your copy of Waiting for Christmas today! Advent is coming soon. Article Description One solution to end the government shutdown is for Republicans to…
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Has America’s trade war with China come to an end?
Read Dr. Ryan Denison's What does the Bible say about Halloween? Article Description When President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met yesterday…
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Visiting “haunted” hotels and explaining the paranormal
Americans are expected to spend a record $13.1 billion on Halloween this year. Songs, TV shows, and movies dedicated to Halloween abound. There are even…
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An unstaffed air control tower and 42 million hungry Americans
Article Description The ongoing US government shutdown is the longest full shutdown in US history and the second-longest of any kind. Among its consequences…
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Hurricane Melissa could be the most powerful storm ever
Hurricane Melissa is now the strongest storm on the planet this year. The Category 5 storm is expected to devastate Jamaica, an island of more than 2.7 million…
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Betting scandal rocks the National Basketball Association
Chauncey Billups is an NBA head coach and Hall of Fame member. Now he, Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, and former Cleveland Cavaliers player and assistant coach…
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East Wing demolished for new White House State Ballroom
President Trump’s plan for a $300 million White House ballroom funded entirely by private donors has drawn reactions that mirror our partisan divide—what you…
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Scientists find neurological link between prayer and health
According to a new report from Pew Research Center, a growing share of US adults say religion is gaining influence in American life. This is good news for…
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Children’s Bible stories published with social justice focus
A group of new children’s storybook Bibles is being published to reflect a progressive focus on diversity, inclusion, and social justice. One is The Just Love…
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Time is running out to save stolen Napoleonic jewelry
The Louvre museum in Paris was closed again yesterday after four thieves broke into a gallery containing the French Crown Jewels on Sunday morning, stealing…
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“No Kings” protests and the future of American democracy
“No Kings” rallies held across the country over the weekend gave the “anti-Trump movement its biggest moment so far,” according to The Hill. Participants…
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US tariffs, al Qaeda’s rise, and Hamas’s “bloody crackdown”: The path to hope for a better future
Al Qaeda is on the rise in nuclear-armed Pakistan, part of a growing terrorism hub that it is organizing in South and Central Asia. Meanwhile, Hamas is…
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Qatari soldiers in the US and the Pentagon’s new media rules: When our solutions make the problem worse
The US sold Qatar a contingent of F-15 fighter jets in 2016, and allowing their pilots to train in the continental US was a condition of the purchase…
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Why didn’t God free the hostages two years ago?
Give today and receive your copy of Dr. Jim Denison’s Biblical Insight into Tough Questions vol 8 Article Description Horrific stories about what the hostages…
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Charlie Kirk to posthumously receive the Medal of Freedom
Charlie Kirk would have turned thirty-two years old today. Instead, his life and death will be remembered this evening when President Trump posthumously awards…
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Why didn’t Donald Trump win the Nobel Peace Prize?
Hamas released the last twenty living hostages from Gaza this morning as part of a cease-fire deal with Israel. The hostage handover ignited celebrations…
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Is TikTok safe for Americans to use now?
Give today and receive your copy of Dr. Jim Denison’s Biblical Insight into Tough Questions vol 8 Article Description After months of uncertainty, TikTok’s $14…
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Hamas accepts Trump’s peace plan, will return all hostages
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his government would meet today to approve the agreement and “bring all our dear hostages home.” Hamas similarly…
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Why Taylor Swift and Mel Robbins are so popular
Give today and receive your copy of Dr. Jim Denison’s Biblical Insight into Tough Questions vol 8 Today, we reflect on the prolific output of Taylor Swift, who…
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Why did Hamas take Israeli hostages two years ago?
Negotiations began in Egypt yesterday to finalize a deal based on President Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan. The talks are expected to last “a few days,” with a…
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A new abortion drug and a possible end to the Israel–Hamas war
Pro-life supporters are decrying the Trump administration’s decision to approve a new generic mifepristone pill, calling it “wildly disappointing,” while…
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Will Hamas agree to peace?
Earlier this week, President Trump released the details of the proposed ceasefire that he hopes will end the war in Gaza. Following a meeting with leaders from…
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Why we all need the Major League Baseball playoffs
The Major League Baseball playoffs are underway. This year’s storylines—from underdogs chasing history to dynasties led by stars like Shohei Ohtani—remind us…
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The savior of Japan’s “Suicide Cliff”: How pastor Yoichi Fujiyabu works to help people choose life in Christ
Shirahama, Japan, is known for its beautiful beaches, hot springs, and amazing views. However, for many, it’s become a popular destination for a far more…
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Why can’t Congress pass a budget?
Congress has until the end of today to fund the government, or at least parts of it will shut down starting tomorrow. One of the primary flaws in our current…
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Why should you care about a government shutdown?
Give today and receive your copy of Dr. Jim Denison’s Biblical Insight into Tough Questions vol 8 Article Description President Trump will meet with the top…
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Will Trump’s meeting with Muslim leaders mean peace in Gaza?
President Trump’s speech at the UN drew headlines, but his closed-door meeting with Arab and Muslim leaders may prove more consequential. His twenty-one-point…
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The rapture was predicted to happen this week
Many expected the rapture on September 23, a prediction traced to a dream claimed by Joshua Mhlakela in South Africa and amplified on TikTok. Yet Jesus said…
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President Trump addresses UN after Secret Service disrupts telecom threat
The Secret Service announced before President Trump’s address to the UN General Assembly that the agency had disrupted a sprawling telecommunications network…