SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY JANUARY 21st, 2024

South African delegation accuses Israel of genocide in International UN Court
A South African delegation has accused the nation of Israel of genocide. The accusations were presented at the UN’s International Court in The Netherlands. Attorneys representing the nation claim Israel has committed various genocides during their pursuit of Hamas into the Gaza Strip. The delegation claims Israeli officials are intentionally trying to eliminate the Palestinian people. The team of representatives presented their case and want the international court to order Israel to end the invasion. Israeli officials representing the nation at the proceeding called the allegations presented “grossly distorted”. Supporters of Israel have criticized the hearing, calling it one-sided and clearly a targeted effort against the nation of Israel. The decision from the court may take several weeks.

Ohio State Congress overturns veto over trans health ban
The Ohio State legislature has voted to overturn a veto by that state’s governor. Governor Mike DeWine in a surprising move vetoed the bill following a vote by the state congress.  The Republican governor says that he spoke with parents of children receiving this kind of care. DeWine expressed the parents concern about their children’s mental health if they are denied care. The law would have prevented trans surgeries and medical procedures for underage children, including financial coverage from Medicaid. It will require mental health examinations, and protection for parents who choose to raise their child as its biological gender. The bill also included a ban on trans athletes in women’s sports in Ohio. State representatives in the House State House or Representatives overturned the veto; the same is expected in the state Senate which will officially make the bill a law in Ohio.

Biden Administration attempts to add woke policies
A new policy may prevent Christians from becoming foster parents. According to recent reports the Biden Administration is attempting to require certain “woke” policies to potential foster parents. The policy introduced by the Department of Health and Human Services, would require foster parents to undergo a cultural competency training course. The course would train potential foster parents to be accepting of a child who identifies with the LGBT community. Critics say the policy is a clear violation of free speech and is religious discrimination. Indiana Representative Jim Banks called the policy, “just plain wrong, and every sane person knows it.” American Family Association's director of the Center for Governmental Renewal called the policy well beyond a slippery slope. Taylor warned this kind of policy would lead to parents’ rights being replaced with government rule over children.

  SNBC Health report: the importance of oral health and its overall effect on the body
The health of your teeth and gums is very important to the overall health of your body, according to researchers. Without proper oral hygiene, gingivitis can develop. This is an inflammatory disease caused by an accumulation of plaque, or bacteria, on your teeth that often leads to bleeding gums. If left untreated, it can lead to periodontitis, which is a more serious infection that can lead to teeth loss. Gum disease is often silent. In the initial stage of gingivitis, you may notice bleeding, swollen or receding gums, and later on mouth sores or bad breath. Gum disease, if not treated properly, can possibly lead to issues with the brain. Researchers suggest periodontal pathogens are possible contributors to neural inflammation. In other words, inflammation caused by gum disease can cause inflammation and infections in other parts of the body including the degenerative brain disease (Dementia). Regular brushing, flossing and getting regular cleanings with a mercury-free biological dentist, if possible, will go a long way toward keeping your teeth and gums healthy. A lifestyle that includes a diet based on fresh, whole foods is also essential to a naturally clean mouth and good oral health. For extra care, try “oil pulling” using coconut oil, which is antibacterial and antiviral and can reduce gingivitis and plaque. This procedure requires simply swishing it around your mouth, “pulling” it between your teeth and ensuring it moves around your entire mouth. After about 20 minutes, spit the oil out into the garbage (not the sink). You can use oil pulling daily along with regular brushing and flossing.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY JANUARY 14th, 2024

Servicemen send open letter to Government and Military Officials
Over 200 military veterans and active service members have issued an open letter to the American people. This letter is in response to the COVID shot mandates that were previously issued by the US Department of Defense. In the letter the servicemen rebuked the government for requiring the COVID shot despite it being considered experimental. This requirement led to the discharge of eight thousand service members who say they were forced out following their requests for exemption being denied. The servicemen involved in the letter say that several who took the shot to remain in the military now suffer from various issues including vaccine injuries, homelessness, financial issues and some have died as a result of taking the COVID shot. The servicemen say they will hold leaders accountable for their actions with some announcing runs for political office to make sure this promise is fulfilled. Liberty Counsel reports a second petition was created for American civilians to support the soldiers’ letter; so far 11 thousand people have signed the letter of support.

Parents call for boycott of Netflix/ Children’s show over woke LGBT depiction to toddlers
Parents and conservative leaders are calling for a boycott of Netflix following a scene on a children’s show. The popular show CoComelon has a series on the streaming service called CoComelon Lane. In an episode a young boy is featured with two men the show calls his parents. During the segment the men encourage the child to wear what he wants to wear for a family photo. The boy picks a tiara and a ballet tutu, which is encouraged by the two men. Critics on social media called the episode a clear attempt to indoctrinate young children. The show is advertised for children ages 2 and up. Conservatives are calling for the boycott to be on the same level as previous boycotts last year that focused on the retail giant Target and Anheuser Bush. Conservatives called for a boycott against Target following a clothing campaign that featured inappropriate Gay Pride month items for young children. Netflix and the creators of CoComelon have not commented on the controversy.

Pro-Life Company praised for work to save the unborn
A company is making headlines for using their product to support pro-life causes.
The company called Seven Weeks Coffee is being praised for its contributions to help mothers in the Virginia area choose life. The company so far has raised 280-thousand dollars towards their efforts.
The company says its mission is to promote Godly values, excellent coffee, and protect every beating heart. The company donates ten percent of its earnings to pregnancy resource and pro-life centers; so far, the company has partnered with 750 organizations.  Seven Weeks Coffee was founded in 2021 and is named after the size a baby is in the womb at seven weeks; this is also the time the first ultrasound is usually done by doctors.

SNBC Health report: the effects of vitamin E on the heart and the immune system
According to reports, Vitamin E can have a positive impact on the human body in various ways. Vitamin E is an essential nutrient and is considered important in the function of major organs in the body in particular the heart. This nutrient not only benefits the heart but is beneficial to the immune system. This vitamin has anti-inflammatory properties and is an antioxidant. Vitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient; it requires a healthy fat in order to properly dissolve in the body. One of the best options to absorb a healthy fat into the body’s system is through food. Foods that naturally contain Vitamin E include Peanut butter, Almonds, Sunflower Seeds, asparagus, Atlantic salmon, pine nuts, and mango.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY JANUARY 7th, 2024

Couple appeals case to US Supreme Court
A couple in Indiana is taking their fight all the way to the US Supreme Court. The couple, Mary and Jeremy Cox say their child was removed from their custody due to liberal policies in their home state. The family was forced to relinquish custody of their oldest child for refusing to acknowledge the child’s gender identity. The child, whose identity has not been released was born male and claimed to identify as female. When the family refused to call the child by female pronouns and a female name, the state of Indiana stepped in claiming abuse. The state removed the child from the home, and claimed the child was at risk of neglect. The parents say their job is to keep their children safe and they will not adhere to transgender ideology due to their Christian faith. The Cox family was only allowed to see the child 2-3 hours a week in supervised visits; the child eventually aged out of foster care while in the state’s custody. The family has appealed and exhausted all avenues in the state of Indiana and has now appealed the case to the US Supreme Court. The parents say they want to protect their other minor children and other parents from the same ordeal they experienced.

Christian leaders respond to Pope’s change towards “same-sex couple blessings”
Christian leaders are speaking out after the head of the Catholic Church announced a major shift in policy. Pope Francis recently announced priests in the Catholic Church will be allowed to “bless” same-sex couples. A document was recently released from the Vatican, stating a blessing can be bestowed upon same-sex couples as long as it’s not confused with the ritual of marriage. The blessing ceremony according to the document cannot resemble a civil union or marriage; this includes clothing and words associated with this kind of ceremony. The president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary called the statement a “disaster”. Albert Mohler commented in his statement, “The object here is to bless what I believe scripturally can’t be blessed and shouldn’t be blessed.” Mohler added “This gesture is directly contrary to creation order and the expressed will of God.” Rev. Franklin Graham criticized Pope Francis in his statement. Rev. Graham quoted Isaiah 5:20 in his comments saying in part, “Pope Francis has not approved Catholic priests’ blessing same-sex couples, but none of us, including the Pope has the right to bless what God calls sin… Woe to those who call evil good and good evil.” Representatives from the Vatican defended their actions in the same document stating that marriage is a union between one man and one woman, but people seeking a blessing from God should not be required to have moral perfection.

SNBC NEWS - Update on Israel / Hamas conflict
The nation’s representatives say they continue to defend Israel from all sides. Terrorist reportedly based in Lebanon are now launching rockets into neighboring Israeli territory. The terrorist group Hezbollah has launched several rockets attacking villages near the border between the two nations. One civilian and nine IDF soldiers were reported wounded in that attack; no one was killed. There are reportedly 80-thousand civilians now displaced because of fighting with the terrorist group Hamas; this number may increase as the conflict with Hezbollah grows. The conflict between Israel and Hamas started on October 7th following an attack by Hamas. The terrorist group killed over 1,000 people and took several hundred more as hostages. Two other terrorist groups, Hezbollah and a third terrorist group in Yemen have vowed retaliation for Israel’s defense of its borders.

SNBC health report: the health benefits of pumpkin seeds and pumpkin seed protein
Pumpkin seeds are a natural source of nutrients with an impressive list of benefits. Despite its small package pumpkin seeds and its powder can be a beneficial addition to your health regimen. Pumpkin seeds contain all nine essential amino acids. It is rich in four different micronutrients, and rich in fiber. The same nutrients can be found in pumpkin protein powder. The powder form of pumpkin seeds can be added to drinks, such as a smoothie and is an option to receive more of these nutrients. 
The pumpkin protein powder contains nutrients that are beneficial to skin, muscles, and bones, and it assists in mood regulation.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY DECEMBER 24th, 2023

Former student athletes win reinstatement of lawsuit against State of Connecticut
A court of appeals has reinstated a lawsuit challenging male in female competition. Four students filed a lawsuit against the state of Connecticut’s Association of schools concerning fairness in competition. The four former student athletes say they were forced to race against biological males in track and field events originally designated for women under Title IX.  The students say their rights to fairness and equality in competition were violated due to Connecticut’s athletic policy allowed students who identified as female but were biological males to compete. The controversy started in 2017 when two males, who claimed to identify as female competed in state sponsored high school track and field events. The two later shattered several state records dominating the field. Attorneys from Alliance Defending freedom are representing the students. They say Connecticut’s state policy violates federal laws, and reverses nearly 50 years of advances for women.

  UK court keeps ban on prayer at abortion clinics
A UK court has upheld a ban on prayer in front of abortion clinics. Two justices presiding over the case say according to UK law abortion is a right. Meaning prayer and reading scriptures in front of a buffer zone is a crime.  Critics of the law point out police have now begun to intimidate, harass, and arrest protestors for silent prayer. Dubbed prayer patrol officers, the men and women in uniform are being required to remove those praying quietly because of abortion buffer zone laws. Supporters of the ruling claim silent protests of prayer and scripture reading are a form of intimidation for patients. Two pro-life organizations involved in the case say at the end of the day this is really about discrimination and preventing attempts to save human life.

Teacher’s case reinstated by Virginia court
A high court in Virginia has ruled to reinstate a lawsuit by a teacher in that state. Peter Vlaming’s case was allowed to proceed once again following the ruling. The teacher was fired for refusing to refer to a female student by male pronouns. Vlaming cited his Christian faith stating that referring to the student as a male would be considered a lie according to his beliefs. Following his removal, the teacher sued the school board for violating his rights. Students even showed support for Vlaming by staging a walkout over his firing. The case is currently ongoing; SNBC NEWS will update you on this story as it continues.

SNBC health report: we continue our look at natural ways to boost your immune system during the fall and winter season
The weather, especially here in the Charlotte Metro area, can change dramatically during the fall and winter seasons. Because of this its best to build your body’s defense from the inside out. One of those solutions can be ginger tea. We have reported on ginger before and its benefits. Researchers as recently as earlier this year are finding more benefits from drinking ginger. According to research ginger tea helps with nausea relief and treats indigestion. A component of ginger root, gingerol helps with this process making digestion more efficient. It helps with cholesterol levels and inflammation. Ginger tea helps with strengthening the immune system, boosting brain function, and motion sickness. It is considered beneficial to heart and blood pressure issues. It can also be used to alleviate heartburn and helps manage blood sugar levels. The benefits of ginger do not change or diminish based on being produced as a drink. According to research the benefits are maintained regardless of being consumed in a drink form hot or cold.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY December 17th, 2023

Israel’s Prime Minister declares nation is on its way to victory in fight with Hamas
Benjamin Netanyahu declared "It will take more time, the war is in full swing, but this is the beginning of the end for Hamas.” The prime minister used his comments to encourage those fighting for the terrorist group to give up their fight and surrender. The war has continued to escalate now with other terrorists’ groups threatening or attacking Israel. Hezbollah has launched rockets into Israel’s northern border. A second terrorist group in Yemen is threatening a blockade of ships carrying supplies to Israel. The UN recently failed to pass a resolution calling for Israel to end the conflict. The measure was vetoed by the US… Israel’s defense of its borders has continued to be a source of ire around the world. Various news sources have reported a rise in anti-Semitism including here in the U.S… Israel’s government has vowed to continue its campaign until Hamas is destroyed. The terrorist group attacked on October 7th killing over 1,000 people. Over 200 were taken hostage by the terrorist group.

Jewish students file lawsuits over discrimination on college campuses
The rise in anti-Semitism is now resulting in lawsuits at college and universities here in the U.S…. Jewish students at various colleges are now suing, claiming discrimination. Several students at colleges such as Harvard, MIT, and Columbia are claiming threats and fear of bodily harm due to Anti-Semitic activity on campus. The students are accusing the various school administrations of allowing and even encouraging this hostile environment. One student, who served in the Israeli Defense Forces, reported receiving an anonymous threat online following Anti-Israel protests on campus. The rise in threats prompted an investigation by members of the U.S. Congress. The University of Pennsylvania’s president resigned this week following a congressional hearing on Antisemitism on college campuses.

Pastor reports large response to the Gospel in Egypt
A well-known pastor is reporting a major outpouring of God’s spirit at a recent event. Dr. Michel Yousef reported on an evangelism outreach in Cairo, Egypt. The event was deemed the largest Christian event in Egypt history, and was held at the request of a 27-denomination group of pastor and leaders. The group sent a request to Dr. Yousef to preach to Gospel in that nation at a large event. The event, according to organizers, drew 17,000 to the crusade.  Dr. Yousef’s organization, Leading the Way Ministry, reports 7,800 people received Christ as their Savior. There are over 2,000,000 Evangelical Christians and 10,000,000 million Coptic Christians in Egypt. Dr. Yousef is requesting people continue to pray for an outpouring of God’s spirit in Egypt and throughout the Middle East.

SNBC Health report: researchers are reporting new data on Vitamin D
According to three studies conducted in November of this year, government recommendations for Vitamin D should be different. Researchers suggest that Vitamin D should be administered by personalized guidelines. Two of the studies presented data in reference to heart disease. The study found that vitamin D is effective in preventing heart disease. The study also revealed Vitamin D deficiency can cause issues in the body. Another study followed athletes, and researchers reported they responded better when receiving doses of the supplement based on personalized needs. Vitamin D is nicknamed the sunshine element, because it can be acquired by spending time in the sun. It can also be found naturally in various foods. If you’re interested in getting a test to determine your personal vitamin levels, please contact a trusted healthcare professional.