A government shutdown is looming after President-elect Donald Trump’s opposition quashed a funding deal that included a debt limit increase. Republicans and Democrats are now trading blame for the last-minute fiasco of a possible government shutdown while scrambling to secure a new deal before the deadline at midnight on Friday. A state appeals court has […]

President-elect Donald Trump has spoken out against the massive government funding package congressional Republicans are grappling with. Trump is looking to raise the debt ceiling, which currently stands at $36 trillion. A deal must be passed before midnight on Friday to avoid a government shutdown. NTD’s congressional correspondent Melina Wisecup updates us on what’s happening […]

Russia said it detained an Uzbek man who had confessed to planting and detonating the bomb that killed Russian Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov on the instructions of Ukraine’s SBU security service. Ukraine had accused Kirillov of being responsible for the use of chemical weapons against Ukrainian troops—something Moscow denies. For further analysis, NTD spoke with […]

Caroline Topperman is the author of “Your Roots Cast a Shadow,” in which she tells her story of growing up in a family with a complex history of migration and travel, and how that experience shaped her life. She talks about the challenges of having such a varied background while trying to retain her family’s […]

Russia has detained a suspect after a top Russian general was killed by a bomb hidden in a scooter outside his apartment building. Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov was the chief of the Russian military’s nuclear, biological, and chemical protection forces. Ukraine had accused him of being responsible for the use of chemical weapons against Ukrainian […]

Getting your steps in is important and no matter your fitness level or age, this is something everyone can do. So how can walking boost your health and what else can you do? NTD spoke to Dr. Matt Chalmers, a chiropractor and the author of “Pillars of Wellness.”

Police say a 15-year-old student opened fire at a Christian school in Wisconsin on Monday. A teacher and a teenage student were killed in the incident, along with the alleged shooter, who suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Six others were injured, with two in critical condition. Police say a second-grader called 911 to report the […]

As the Biden administration prepares for the transition of power in the new year, Vice President Kamala Harris’s top aides are also grappling with the question of what’s the best next step for her. NTD spoke with Mike Leon about Harris’s next move. He’s an NTD News contributor and the host of the “Can We […]

President Joe Biden spoke alongside Vice President Kamala Harris at a Democratic National Convention holiday party in Washington on Sunday. Biden said he will leave office with the United States in better shape than it was four years ago, highlighting his administration’s achievements. Harris emphasized that her presidential campaign showed how united Democratic supporters were. […]

Dave Durand experienced a terrible tragedy at the Waukesha Christmas Parade, where he lost his wife. He discusses how he overcame that grief and trauma to find success, and explains how conquering your fear can make you a better leader.  

Almost daily sightings of mysterious drones have been reported over New Jersey, and many state lawmakers are growing increasingly frustrated over the lack of answers from law enforcement agencies. White House national security spokesman John Kirby says there is no evidence the reported drone sightings pose a national security or public safety threat or have […]

Are you making New Year’s resolutions already? How about on a professional level? NTD spoke to Mick Hunt, who shared his insights on how to strategically plan for and lead your team in the New Year—and on what makes a great leader. Hunt is a modern leadership expert and the founder of the “Mick Unplugged” […]

Christopher Wray has announced that he will step down as director of the FBI early next year in the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Kash Patel to take over the bureau. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) said Wray’s departure was an opportunity for a new era of transparency and accountability at the FBI. Attorney […]

Matthew Petrusek is the senior director of the Word on Fire Institute, and he explains why there has been a surge in bible sales recently.  He touches on things like promotional events, Bibles being introduced into the classroom, and people just searching for hope.

The Franklin Fire in Malibu, California, has burned more than 3,000 acres and is zero percent contained. The rapidly spreading fire has prompted mandatory evacuation orders. It has destroyed several homes, and some areas are experiencing a loss of electricity, cell service, and internet connectivity. Investigators are probing the possible motive behind Luigi Mangione’s alleged […]

Jarek Tadla is a mental health advocate and the author of “Not Enoughness: The Gift and The Curse.” He advocates for setting boundaries between your work and personal life to help switch off during the holidays so that you can make the most of your time off.

The suspected killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was arrested on Monday, ending a five-day manhunt. Police say Luigi Mangione was apprehended in a McDonald’s restaurant in Altoona, Pennsylvania. He was found with a ghost gun, fake IDs, and evidence allegedly linking him to the New York City shooting. NTD discusses the situation with Mike […]

A federal appeals court has upheld a law that could ban TikTok if its China-based parent company, ByteDance, refuses to sell it off. The court dismissed a challenge by TikTok that said a ban would violate Americans’ free speech. The court argued that upholding the ban would also protect the freedom of speech of a […]

Texas is allowing Bible teachings in public grade schools. The state’s board of education passed the measure on Dec. 6 in a split decision. It applies to kindergarten through 5th grade. NTD discusses this with Troy Miller, the president and CEO of National Religious Broadcasters, who says it’s important these lessons be taught because the […]

The United States launched airstrikes against ISIS targets in Syria on Sunday after the end of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s rule. Assad has fled to Russia, where he received political asylum from the Kremlin. For analysis of the new developments, NTD speaks to Avi Melamed, a former Israeli intelligence official and a senior adviser on […]