What's the history behind Israel's current battle against Iran — and why does it matter? Dr. Glen Duerr, chair of history and government and professor of international studies at Cedarville University, joins CBN News to explain what's different about the current crisis and to offer a historical backdrop.

"Clearly, something has changed in the minds of the leaders of Mossad, the rough equivalent of the CIA in Israel," Duerr said of Israel's decision to attack Iran Thursday. "And, as such, they have chosen to really act — and swiftly."

Is the Shroud of Turin truly Jesus' burial cloth? It's a discussion and debate that has raged for years. And supporters of the world's most famous relic are planning to gather this summer for the 2025 International Conference & Symposium July 30 - August 3, 2025, where experts will gather to reveal the most recent research and evidence.

The attorney for a Christian baker who has been targeted by California officials over her refusal to make a cake for a same-sex couple is hoping to take the shocking case to the U.S. Supreme Court. Adèle Keim, senior counsel at Becket, told CBN News that baker Cathy Miller, owner of Tastries shop in Bakersfield, California, has been in a years-long battle after declining to make a cake for a same-sex couple.

On today's Newsmakers: a gender battle, the New Age, and a Christian college victory.

"The Chosen" star Jonathan Roumie details his life, faith and mission.

An ex-psychic said a new survey showing a substantial portion of Americans consult with horoscopes, tarot cards and other means is "horrific" but unsurprising. "I thought it was horrific to be quite honest with you, but I can't say that I'm completely surprised," Jen Nizza, an ex-medium and Christian who is also host of the "Ex-Psychic Saved" podcast said. Listen for more.

Gary Sinise’s journey from actor to advocate is fueled by a deep love and respect for America’s troops and a strong Christian faith. From music tours to the Gary Sinise Foundation, he has impacted thousands and has given back to military heroes.

Lola Sheen, daughter of actors Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards, stunned the entertainment and media world when she recently published photos of her powerful baptism. Lola, 19, shared a candid Instagram post noting she hit "rock bottom" before finding Jesus and embracing Christianity.

The U.S. Department of Education’s historic fine against Grand Canyon University (GCU), a Christian college in Phoenix, Arizona, has been dropped, according to the institution.

Brian Mueller, president of GCU, told CBN News Tuesday he believes the government was unfairly targeting his school and heralded the dismissal of the massive $37.7 million fine as a victory.

The Department of Education confirmed the decision to CBN News. A spokesperson pledged not to “persecute and prosecute colleges and universities based on their religious affiliation” and accused the previous administration of doing so.

Author E.Z. Zwayne is on a mission to address a topic "no one really wants to talk about" — sexual struggles, pornography, and purity within the church.

"It is massively, massively prevalent," Zwayne told CBN News of such struggles. "And I don't mean prevalent in a positive sense. This issue of pornography that has been taking the world by storm [and] is wreaking havoc."

He continued, "It's destroying men, it's destroying families, it's destroying society, it's ravaging the church."