World Regions

"So the LORD scattered them abroad from there over the face of all the earth, and they ceased building the city" (Genesis 11:8).

Long ago, an ancient civilization revolted against God, gathering together and attempting to build a tower to the heavens. In response, God divided their languages and caused them to scatter across the globe. Now, millennia later, each world region has its own unique history...and shared future. Find out more below, or focus on a specific region with the links on the right.

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In Brief: Trends That Affect Your Life

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"Hamas" in Prophecy

It may be surprising to learn that Palestinian support for hamas—not the terrorist organization specifically but what the word hamas stands for—was generally foretold long ago in Scripture.
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Why Do Filipinos Focus on Manny Pacquiao Fights?

When Manny Pacquiao boxes, the crime rate temporarily drops to zero and even rebel armies simply stop! The whole world needs a permanent hero like that.
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Europe Prepares for Terrorism

Recent warnings of terrorist activity in Europe don't reveal the whole story of what is happening behind the scenes. Both security officials and terrorists know more than headlines reveal. Bible prophecy tells the rest of the story.
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German Fears of Multiculturalism

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Eurabia: A Voice Cries Out in Defense of Europe's Heritage

With birthrates among traditional Europeans in decline while population growth in Europe's Muslim communities soar, one European voice asks whether Europe wants to preserve its cultural and religious identity.
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Out of Hibernation: The Russian Bear

What role will the resurgent Russia play in end-time events?
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The Wisdom That Produces Peace

James 4:1 asks, "Where do wars and fights come from among you? Do they not come from your desires for pleasure that war in your members?"
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Germany and the Euro: What Will Be the Ultimate Outcome?

A severe crisis often results in economic and political disaster, but it can also foster an opportunity for exercising much greater control, especially for an economically strong and dominant country like Germany. Does the Bible indicate where the current crisis...
Immigration: How a Foreign Invasion Is Reshaping the West
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Immigration: How a Foreign Invasion Is Reshaping the West

In the last 50 years, millions of people from the Third World have moved into the Western democracies. Many have contributed to the welfare of these nations, but others lack work skills, proper education and democratic convictions. What will it...
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World News and Trends: Koreas at the brink?

War and conflicts continue to grow between North and South Korea despite UN Security Council efforts.
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World News and Trends: Pirates plague the Horn of Africa

Pirates threaten the safety of merchant ships traveling along the Eastern border of Africa.
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World News and Trends: Christian education on the wane in Britain

A lead editorial in The Sunday Telegraph summed up the sad state of Christian education in the United Kingdom today.
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World News and Trends: Anti-Semitism reasserts itself in Eastern Europe

Extremist politicians in Hungary, Poland and other Eastern European countries are reverting to blaming Israel and the Jewish people in general for their own national shortcomings.
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Restoration: Day of Rain, Day of Sun

This could be called the summer of the American presidency.
Portrait of Edmund G. Ross
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This is the Way Walk in It: For Such a Time as This

Many men and women through history have stood up for what they believed was right and just, even when the majority was against them.
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In Brief... World News Review: A Shrinking Wheat Belt?

America's role as the world's dominant wheat producer has diminished.
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In Brief... World News Review: Saudi Arabia: Trouble Taming the Tiger

For decades, Saudi school children have been taught anti-Semitic and anti-American propaganda.
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In Brief... World News Review: The Money to Select a President

Millions and millions of dollars are being collected and spent in the U.S. presidential bid.
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Keep Your Eyes on Iran

There's more than meets the eye with Iran's recent arrest and release of British sailors picked up in the strategic border area of Shatt al-Arab. Why doesn't Iran want Iraq to succeed? How stable is this Islamic republic, which is...