U.S. Troops in Iran, Austin Mass Shooting, Indiana Teacher’s $650K Religious Liberty Victory

Top headlines for Thursday, March 5, 2026

U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth calls for prayer and “biblical wisdom” as American troops wage Operation Epic Fury in Iran, with President Trump echoing a message of faith and resolve. In Austin, tragedy strikes as a mass shooting outside Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden leaves three dead and more than a dozen injured, prompting an investigation into possible terror ties. And in Indiana, music teacher John Kluge secures a $650,000 settlement after a seven‑year legal battle over religious discrimination, marking a significant moment for workplace religious freedom.

00:11 Hegseth says he prays for troops in Iran, 'biblical wisdom'
00:56 3 things to know about Austin mass shooting suspect, terror ties
01:42 Christian man prosecuted for ex-gay testimony found not guilty
02:32 Indiana music teacher gets $650K in religious discrimination case
03:22 Interfaith group backs bill to protect worship services in Calif.
04:15 AG demands NYU hospital resume puberty blockers for teens
05:05 Candace Cameron Bure, ‘The Chosen’ cast attend Movieguide Awards

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• Hegseth says he prays for troops in Iran, 'biblical wisdom' | Politics
• 3 things to know about Austin mass shooting suspect, terror ties | U.S.
• Christian man prosecuted for ex-gay testimony found not guilty | World
• Indiana music teacher gets $650K in religious discrimination case | Education
• Interfaith group backs bill to protect worship services in Calif. | U.S.
• AG demands NYU hospital resume puberty blockers for teens | U.S.
• Candace Cameron Bure, ‘The Chosen’ cast attend Movieguide Awards | Entertainment