State and federal lawmakers debate the need for parental bills of rights; a mom in Maine sues her daughter’s school for secretly facilitating her social transition; and how giving a child up for adoption really works in the US. Plus: A toddler invades the White House grounds, commentary from Cal Thomas, and the Thursday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Centers offering year-round availability with its new 12,000 sq ft gym and guest housing. More at ridgehaven.org Combining Bible study with full-color visualizations and technology, the STUDENT LIFE APPLICATION STUDY BIBLE will jump off the page and into your life. The Student Life Application Study Bible uses the clear and accurate text of the New Living Translation and is equipped with the Filament Bible app to help you go further in your reading and study of the Bible. This incomparable Bible is a work of serious scholarship, exquisite design, and a resolve for Scripture application in your daily life. Buy Now-Over 700 million meals distributed since 1991.-Just 25¢ can provide a meal for a hungry child.-Serving in 30 countries, including the US.Since 1991,

On Washington Wednesday, the aftermath of a classified documents leak; on World Tour, news from France, Sudan, Yemen, and Chile; and why a white collar executive switched gears to become a homebuilder. Plus: a bear scare on the front porch, commentary from Janie B. Cheaney, and the Wednesday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Centers offering year-round availability with its new 12,000 sq ft gym and guest housing. More at ridgehaven.org -Over 700 million meals distributed since 1991.-Just 25¢ can provide a meal for a hungry child.-Serving in 30 countries, including the US.Since 1991, Children’s Hunger Fund (CHF) has come alongside the local church in 30 countries, including the US, to deliver food, aid, and the hope of the gospel. To date, 96% of total contributions—over 1 billion dollars in food and other aid—have been distributed through programs serving more than 20 million children across America and around the world. CHF has consistently received a four-star rating from Charity Navigator. CHF has distribution centers in San Antonio, Frisco, and their Los Angeles headquarters. To learn more, visit ChidrensHungerFund.org/world.

Abortion advocates propose another form of chemical abortion if mifepristone is restricted; scientists test a new treatment to help stroke victims overcome paralysis; and adopting frozen embryos. Plus: thieves break into a truckload of dimes, commentary from Whitney Williams, and the Tuesday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Centers offering year-round availability with its new 12,000 sq ft gym and guest housing. More at ridgehaven.org Combining Bible study with full-color visualizations and technology, the STUDENT LIFE APPLICATION STUDY BIBLE will jump off the page and into your life. The Student Life Application Study Bible uses the clear and accurate text of the New Living Translation and is equipped with the Filament Bible app to help you go further in your reading and study of the Bible. This incomparable Bible is a work of serious scholarship, exquisite design, and a resolve for Scripture application in your daily life. Buy Now-Over 700 million meals distributed since 1991.-Just 25¢ can provide a meal for a hungry child.-Serving in 30 countries, including the US.Since 1991, Children’s Hunger Fund (CHF) has come alongside the local church in 30 countries, including the US,

On Legal Docket, Mifepristone is headed to the Supreme Court; On Moneybeat, American spending and OPEC raising gas prices; and on The World History Book, remembering a missionary pioneer. Plus, the Monday Morning News.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes From Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Centers offering year-round availability with its new 12,000 sq ft gym and guest housing. More at ridgehaven.org  -Over 700 million meals distributed since 1991.-Just 25¢ can provide a meal for a hungry child.-Serving in 30 countries, including the US.Since 1991, Children’s Hunger Fund (CHF) has come alongside the local church in 30 countries, including the US, to deliver food, aid, and the hope of the gospel. To date, 96% of total contributions—over 1 billion dollars in food and other aid—have been distributed through programs serving more than 20 million children across America and around the world. CHF has consistently received a four-star rating from Charity Navigator. CHF has distribution centers in San Antonio, Frisco, and their Los Angeles headquarters. To learn more, visit ChidrensHungerFund.org/world.Combining Bible study with full-color visualizations and technology, the STUDENT LIFE APPLICATION STUDY BIBLE will jump off the page and into your life. The Student Life Application Study Bible uses the clear and accurate text of the New Living Translation and is equipped with the Filament Bible app to help you go further in your reading and study of the Bible. This incomparable Bible is a work of serious scholarship, exquisite design, and a resolve for Scripture application in your daily life.

On Culture Friday, how the chasm between red and blue states got to be so wide; and reviews of Super Mario Bros. and Nefarious. Plus: everyday Australians help a museum track down frogs, and the Friday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Dordt University. Dordt's online grad programs help students advance careers while pursuing Christ-centered renewal in their fields. Learn more at Dordt.edu/grad From Lutheran Public Radio...streaming sacred music for the 50 days of Easter season at lutheranpublicradio.orgAnd from Ambassadors Impact Network, a nationwide group of angel investors committed to funding entrepreneurs whose Christian convictions have hindered secular financing sources. More at ambassadorsimpact.com

The Biden Administration proposes a change to Title IX that complicates barring boys from playing in girls school sports; A Minnesota mom takes the state to task for a proposed ethnic studies mandate; and an unlikely team rebuilds Africatown, one of the US’s oldest African American communities, one house at a time. Plus: the Tar-minator tackles what appears to be a pothole, commentary from Cal Thomas, and the Thursday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network, an investing network that finances Christ-following entrepreneurs who demonstrate the gospel through their businesses. More at ambassadorsimpact.com Additional support comes from Dordt University. Dordt’s online Master of Education program equips educators to ensure their classrooms and schools thrive. More at Dordt.edu/MED And from Lutheran Public Radio...streaming sacred music for the 50 days of Easter season at lutheranpublicradio.org

On Washington Wednesday, campaigning against ESG; on World Tour, a special report about the drought in Somalia; and hospice care for the least of these. Plus: breaking a 138 year family streak of boys, commentary from Ryan Bomberger, and the Wednesday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Lutheran Public Radio...streaming sacred music for the 50 days of Easter season at lutheranpublicradio.org From Ambassadors Impact Network, a nationwide group of angel investors committed to funding entrepreneurs whose Christian convictions have hindered secular financing sources. More at ambassadorsimpact.com And from Dordt University. Dordt's online grad programs help students advance careers while pursuing Christ-centered renewal in their fields. Learn more at Dordt.edu/grad

Afghan refugees in the US are in legal limbo while the White House blames Trump for its botched withdrawal in 2021; A congregation of persecuted Chinese believers arrives safely in America; and students of Asbury University reflect on the fruit of February’s extended chapel service. Plus: a creative way to fix a pothole, commentary from Steve West, and the Tuesday morning news. Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Dordt University. Dordt’s online Master of Education program equips educators to ensure their classrooms and schools thrive. More at Dordt.edu/MED From Lutheran Public Radio...streaming sacred music for the 50 days of Easter season at lutheranpublicradio.org And from Ambassadors Impact Network, an investing network that finances Christ-following entrepreneurs who demonstrate the gospel through their businesses. More at ambassadorsimpact.com

On Legal Docket, a roundup of recent oral arguments from the Supreme Court; on Moneybeat, what the IRS is up to with increased funding; and on The World History Book, ten years since the Boston Marathon bombings. Plus: the Monday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network, a nationwide group of angel investors committed to funding entrepreneurs whose Christian convictions have hindered secular financing sources. More at ambassadorsimpact.com From Dordt University. Dordt's online grad programs help students advance careers while pursuing Christ-centered renewal in their fields. Learn more at Dordt.edu/grad And from Lutheran Public Radio...streaming sacred music for the 50 days of Easter season at lutheranpublicradio.org

On Culture Friday, reflecting on the crucifixion; at the movies, On a Wing and a Prayer, a faith-based film lands a decent but predictable plot; and what to do with heavy news on Ask the Editor. Plus: the Friday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Pensacola Christian College. Empowering leaders to influence the world for Christ. More at go.pcci.edu/World From Ridge Haven Camp and Retreat Centers offering year-round availability with its new 12,000 sq ft gym and guest housing. More at ridgehaven.org And from Children’s Hunger Fund. -Over 700 million meals distributed since 1991.-Just 25¢ can provide a meal for a hungry child.-Serving in 30 countries, including the US.Since 1991, Children’s Hunger Fund (CHF) has come alongside the local church in 30 countries, including the US, to deliver food, aid, and the hope of the gospel. To date, 96% of total contributions—over 1 billion dollars in food and other aid—have been distributed through programs serving more than 20 million children across America and around the world. CHF has consistently received a four-star rating from Charity Navigator. CHF has distribution centers in San Antonio, Frisco, and their Los Angeles headquarters. To learn more, visit ChidrensHungerFund.org/world