Newsmakers

On today's Newsmakers, a mother's battle, revival, and the roots of cultural chaos.

Christopher Gunderson spent the first 16 years of his life unable to eat and in desperate need of medical intervention for survival. But Gunderson, who was born with chronic pseudo-obstruction syndrome — an ailment in which the gastrointestinal tracts can't appropriately absorb food — experienced a miracle that changed everything. Here's his story. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week o...

A Florida mom who is fighting back against a Florida school district after her daughter experienced gender confusion is on a mission to help other parents maintain their rights. "This started for my family at the height of COVID in 2020," January Littlejohn told CBN News. "Our daughter fell prey to the lies of gender identity ideology and that she was born in the wrong body in May of 2020. And so...

Do miracles still happen today? "Investigating the Supernatural: Miracles" offers a compelling look at the evidence. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News App

The pastor at the center of the Asbury Revival continues to have a front-row seat to some of the powerful moves of God that continue to reverberate two years after the spiritual outpouring first captivated the world. Zach Meerkreebs, author of the new book "Lower: Igniting Spiritual Awakening Through Radical Humility," told CBN News about some of the transformational events he witnessed firsthand....

On today's Newsmakers, host Billy Hallowell gives us a glimpse into the new CBN Film, "Investigating the Supernatural: Miracles." We'll also hear from a Leukemia survivor and a man who had a confirmed miracle. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News App

Christy Shamblin, whose daughter-in-law Marine Sgt. Nicole Gee was one of the 13 American service members killed in an ISIS-K terror attack during the chaotic August 2021 U.S. pullout from Afghanistan, said the Trump administration's recent detainment of an alleged terrorist responsible is "bittersweet." "It was shocking," she said of learning that alleged ISIS-K devotee Mohammad Sharifullah, who...

On today's Newsmakers: a new biblical epic, a surprising conversion, and Maine's trans battle. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News App

A Texas doctor who has spent years researching the effects of marijuana is sounding the alarm about culture’s mainstreaming of the drug, warning its effects are anything but benign. Dr. Raymond Wiggins, an oral surgeon and author of “Weeding Out the Lies About Marijuana,” told CBN Digital marijuana is a drug that can have profound psychological and physical effects on the body. Watch the weekly "...

Michael Iskander landed the role of a lifetime when he was cast to play David in Prime's soon-to-release series "House of David." And while he was gearing up for the show's Feb. 27 premiere, Iskander reflected on the "life-changing" ability to join the cast in such a pivotal role. "I think David is one of the most interesting people because ... there's so much duality in him," he said. "He's the e...

On today's Newsmakers: campus revival, overcoming the odds, and the battle against marijuana.

Patricia Heaton and Zachary Levi join Billy Hallowell from the red carpet premiere of "The Unbreakable Boy" to discuss God, Hollywood, and Following truth. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News App

A former congressional candidate and campaign manager has shown that compassion, empathy, and truth should be the gold standard — even in the oft-times cutthroat world of politics. Bunni Pounds, founder and president of Christians Engaged, told CBN News Christians must always remember Jesus' call — even when it comes to navigating politics. "The first commandment is to love Jesus with all our hear...

Katelyn Pavey is a real-life inspiration. Born with one arm, she persevered, overcame the odds — and, against all odds, played college softball. Pavey's incredible journey is told in "I Can," a film that shows God's grace throughout life's many trials.    For years, she rebuffed attempts to make a movie about her story, believing she didn't really have anything special to share. "I didn't want to...

It’s been 500 days since Hamas dragged 251 men, women and children into the tunnels of Gaza. 73 remain. But as these Israeli hostages slowly come back home, folks are asking, "Is this a really bad deal?" CBN's Raj Nair and Billy Hallowell unpack the details.  Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free...

On today's newsmakers: surviving a terror attack, Trump's plans for Israel and Gaza, and the battle between good and evil.

A watchdog is sounding the alarm about increasing anti-Christian persecution in India, the world's most populous nation. Joel Veldkamp, head of international communications at Christian Solidarity International, told CBN News that the intensifying situation comes as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi heads to the U.S. this week to meet with President Donald Trump.   The encounter could offer an o...

The world is celebrating after Marc Fogel's years-long detention in the Russian prison system came to a close this week, with President Donald Trump securing his release. No one is more elated over the freeing of Fogel, 63, than his mother, 95-year-old Malphine Fogel, who has intensely advocated for her son's release. Marc Fogel, an American teacher who taught history in Moscow, was serving a 14-y...

More than a month after Cathy Tenedorio's son, Matthew, was killed during the New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, she's relying on her faith to get through rapid waves of emotion. On Sunday, Tenedorio and her husband, Louis, were invited to the 2025 Super Bowl along with first responders and other victims' family members to honor the lives of those lost. She told CBN News that the scene w...

Pastor Jentezen Franklin of Free Chapel in Gainesville, Georgia, said he was "moved" by President Donald Trump's comments and plans surrounding the Gaza Strip, calling Trump's plans "brilliant." Franklin was referring to Trump's Tuesday announcement while meeting with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the U.S. will take over the Gaza Strip, a proclamation that sent shockwaves throughou...

It's been two years since social media influencer Oli London officially detransitioned and embarked on a faith-filled journey toward true peace and joy. "Life has changed very dramatically," he recently told CBN News. "I wake up every day with a sense of purpose, a sense of duty ... I feel a lot happier every single day." London, who has openly spoken about his Christian faith, said it has been "e...

Actress Patricia Heaton is on a mission to stand up for the Israeli people, remaining steadfast in her opposition to Hamas, terror, and negative narratives permeating university students' hearts and minds. "The Everybody Lives Raymond" star told CBN News she decided to take action after going on social media in the wake of Hamas' Oct. 7 terror attack against Israel and "seeing horrendous videos of...

On today's Newsmakers: a miracle survivor story, raging persecution, and Bible artifacts on display. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the free CBN News App

Bob and Lori Schrock, farmers from Kiowa, Kansas, are two of the victims of the horrific American Airlines crash in Washington, D.C. Their friend, Michael Simpson, joins "Newsmakers" to tell their story -- and to share how faith was a driving force in their lives. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTube channel Download the...

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. Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show each week on CBN News Watch the weekly "Newsmakers" TV show on CBN's YouTub...