Two Villages in Israel Attempt to Revive Aramaic, the Language that Jesus Spoke

Two villages in the Holy Land’s tiny Christian community are teaching Aramaic in an ambitious effort to revive the language that Jesus spoke, centuries after it all but disappeared from the Middle East.

Pictured: In a Wednesday, May 2, 2012 photo, schoolgirls study Aramaic in the Arab village of Jish, northern Israel. (AP Photo/Diaa Hadid)

North Korea Reports Serious Drought

North Korea is reporting a serious drought that could worsen already critical food shortages, but help is unlikely to come from the United States and South Korea following Pyongyang’s widely criticized rocket launch.

Family of Doctor Sentenced to 33 Years in Pakistan Slams Trial

The family of the Pakistani doctor sentenced to 33 years in prison for helping the United States track down Osama bin Laden said Monday the man is innocent and dismissed his trial as a sham.

Christians In Virginia Gather to Hold “The Call” Prayer Rally

Thousands of Christians gathered in Fredericksburg, Va., this weekend as part of the ongoing prayer rallies known as “The Call.”

Samaritan’s Purse Starts New Ministry, Operation Heal Our Patriots, for Wounded Warriors

A military marriage is difficult to begin with, but having a spouse come home wounded from active duty adds incomprehensible strain. Operation Heal Our Patriots, a ministry of the Franklin-Graham-led Samaritan’s Purse, will be the first program in the country to offer support for couples in such marriages.

WATCH: Tropical Storm Beryl Brings Soaking Rain, High Winds for Memorial Day

Tropical Storm Beryl brought soaking rain and high winds to northeast Florida early Monday, dampening plans for Memorial Day ceremonies and other outdoor activities.

U. S. Military Struggling to Produce Vehicles That Can Protect Troops

After more than a decade of war, the Army wants to replace combat vehicles worn out from millions of miles in rugged terrain in Iraq and Afghanistan or blown up by roadside bombs.