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Rescuers question what3words' use in emergencies

Mountain Rescue in England and Wales shows the BBC dozens of wrong addresses it has been given. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p67imU

Why electric cars will take over sooner than you think

The BBC's Justin Rowlatt explains why we are accelerating towards an electric car future. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TqY6hb

Privacy group targets website 'cookie terror'

Campaigners lodge hundreds of complaints against sites they claim break cookie laws. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wKX6Tv

Americans Ditch Staying-At-Home in Favor of Memorial Weekend Travel

Americans are feeling safer and traveling in record numbers this weekend compared to last year. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3i5EBVH

Gaza conflict: Instagram changes algorithm after alleged bias

Instagram says its ranking system had a "bigger impact than expected" on some types of posts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fDu1nw

Esports' popularity 'only scratching the surface'

Traditional sport must 'shift' to attract new audiences says the boss of a major esports team. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p9Wfcr

'I lost millions through cryptocurrency addiction'

Jake got addicted to trading cryptocurrency and lost more than £1m of money that was not his. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yJKyh3

Tulsa Pastors Honor 'Holy Ground' 100 Years After Massacre

When white attackers destroyed the prosperous Black neighborhood of Greenwood 100 years ago this week, they bypassed the original sanctuary of the First Baptist Church of North Tulsa. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3fXcIMX

America's Battle for Liberty Began in Prayer - By Men Who Didn't Believe They Could Pray Together

The United States of America honors those who defend it and have even died for it. But even before it was a nation, soldiers were gathering to take up the cause of the American colonies against their British overlords. They would be led by men, though, whose first business wasn't war, but prayer. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3fBIobM

Noisy appliances: How loud is your house?

Environmental consultancy Quiet Mark is on a mission to ensure technology is seen but barely heard. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fxxkfR

Bibles That Went to War: How God's Word Has Sustained American Troops on the Front Lines

Memorial Day is a day we as Americans stop and honor the brave men and women who have fought and died serving our country. At the Museum of the Bible here in Washington, they're observing the somber day by displaying some well-worn Bibles that accompanied soldiers into war.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3uCdrIT

GREG LAURIE: No Greater Love Than This - A Memorial Day Reflection

we observe Memorial Day, a day set aside to honor the brave men and women who laid down their lives for the preservation of the freedoms we enjoy here in the United States of America. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/34x65vK

Ex-'Tarzan' Actor Among 7 Plane Crash Victims in Tennessee

Investigators on Sunday continued searching for the bodies of seven people believed killed in the crash a day earlier of a small jet into a Tennessee lake, including an actor who portrayed Tarzan in a 1990s television series. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3i4T18A

'We've Learned to Trust the Lord': Arkansas Couple Credits Their Christian Faith for Successful 70-Year Marriage

An Arkansas couple, who just celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary, credits their long and happy marriage to having a strong faith in the Lord. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3vAuxrH

'Blue's Clues' Pride Parade Song Features Drag Queen Singing With Transgender, Non-Binary Animals

Nickelodeon's children's show "Blue's Clues & You" has released a video featuring a drag queen singing with gay, transgender, and non-binary animals during a parade for Pride Month. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3uIOUSB

More Protestant Churches Closed Than Opened Before Pandemic, Study Shows

More Protestant churches closed than opened in 2019, a trend that is expected to continue amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which greatly restricted church activity and religious services. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2R5tbWZ

Buying a pink NFT cat was a crypto nightmare

Trying to own a virtual feline proves to be an exhausting and expensive process. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wD2Zly

'It Will be the End of Freedom': Oregon Gov. Requires Proof of COVID Vaccinations to Enter Churches, Businesses

As COVID-19 vaccinations have become more widely available, a debate is heating up over the push for vaccine verification in order for people to enter businesses or churches without a mask on. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hZvCFG

Fidelity to the Constitution Requires Roe's Reversal

In Roe, the Court argued that under the 14th Amendment, the Due Process Clause, a woman has a right to privacy, and as such, she has a constitutional right to an abortion. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3p21fzS

Farm Laborer Convicted in 2018 Stabbing Death of Iowa Runner

A jury found a farm laborer guilty of murder Friday in the abduction and killing of a University of Iowa student who vanished while out for a run in 2018. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3pbMDy9

As USA Today Censors Girl Athlete, Most Americans Say Trans Athletes Should Play on Teams That Match Birth Gender

A new study shows a majority of Americans believe transgender people's participation in sports should be based on their birth gender rather than their gender identity.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/34p3Qua

Amazon offers 'wellness chamber' for stressed staff

The "AmaZen" chambers will let staff watch meditation videos and see "calming scenes". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34uaoaS

Social media and the law: Could your next tweet get you in trouble?

A lawyer tells Newsbeat we should all think twice before posting anything online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uymcn4

Bethany Christian Services' Controversial New Appeal: Factor Race Into Adoption

 There's a federal law on the books that prohibits race from being a factor in adoption. This Multi-Ethnic Placement Act (MEPA) is intended to remove barriers to adopting children of color. Bethany Christian Services says the law needs to change. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3vvp85l

Bethany Christian Services' Controversial New Appeal: Factor Race Into Adoption

 There's a federal law on the books that prohibits race from being a factor in adoption. This Multi-Ethnic Placement Act (MEPA) is intended to remove barriers to adopting children of color. Bethany Christian Services says the law needs to change. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3vvp85l

The robot paramedic saving lives, and other tech news

BBC Click's LJ Rich looks at the best tech news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vzrQqr

Frome couple lose savings in Royal Mail text scam

Tom and Freyja Cuff say their bank account was emptied by fraudsters, leaving them with nothing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i53vFf

'The Journey Out': Porn and Bullying Fueled Gay Feelings Until Christ's Love Healed His Heart

As an eight-year-old boy, Ken Williams says he had a profound salvation experience. That's also the age when he sensed he was different than other boys. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bVUHNZ

Russian hackers target aid groups in new cyber-attack, says Microsoft

A fresh wave of cyber-attacks targets government agencies and human rights groups, mostly in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ftQ9Av

Tesla cameras will monitor driver awareness

The electric car company says it will now "detect inattentiveness" amid safety concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SwnmlQ

Harambe: Gorilla photo to be sold as an NFT five years after he was shot dead

Memes and vigils were sparked worldwide when the western lowland gorilla was shot dead five years ago. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uqVHzX

Self-driving vehicles to be trialled in Cambridge

It is hoped the vehicles, which carry up to 10 people, will transform public transport. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RUsgsK

Police raid cannabis farm, find Bitcoin mine

Police say they raided the building thinking they were going to find a cannabis farm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vu3le9

Deepfake pornography could become an 'epidemic', expert warns

A leading legal expert says new technology makes it much easier to abuse and harass women with fake porn videos. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34rLs3M

Social media giant lists new 'Twitter Blue' subscription service

It comes as the social media giant attempts to diversify its revenue sources from advertising. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hYqYYt

'I don't think online school is right for me'

College educators are trying new technology to make online classes more engaging. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fsCBFj

Facebook Backtracks, No Longer Censoring the 'Man-Made' COVID-19 Theory as a 'Wacko' Idea

Facebook said Wednesday it will no longer remove claims from its apps that COVID-19 could be man-made or manufactured in a lab. The social media giant says it's taking the step "in light of ongoing investigations into the origin of COVID-19 and in consultation with public health experts." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/34lqSCl

Michigan School Censors Senior's References to Jesus in Graduation Speech, Attorneys Say

Elizabeth Turner, a high school senior in Michigan, is slated to deliver her school’s valedictory speech. But administrators are now telling her she can’t include any references to her Christian faith. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yGq9JH

Amazon construction site paused again as another noose found

The retail giant halted construction of a factory in Connecticut briefly after an eighth noose was found. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oYNty6

Agency worker's LinkedIn rant about 'picky' staff leads to job offers

Lee Moore's post about fellow agency staff is seen by more than four million people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vqG8JS

As Businesses Struggle to Hire, 23 States Move to Cut the Extra Unemployment Benefits

Businesses nationwide are finding it difficult to hire and many conservatives blame federal unemployment benefits as a big part of the problem. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3urEAhF

NatWest launches 'urgent' cryptocurrency scam alert

A warning on NatWest's banking app warns customers to beware of cryptocurrency scams. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yLv8ZU

Legality of collecting faces online challenged

Clearview AI has a huge database of three billion images collected from the web. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fqKoUk

James Bond to stay on the big screen after Amazon deal

What does Amazon's $8.45bn deal to buy MGM mean for 007 and the studio's other films and TV shows? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yI8i59

'Epic action': Cinemas open screens for gamers

Video game fans bring their console, or hire one and experience playing their games at a new scale. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vrwfM6

Twitter worry over 'freedom of expression' in India

Police visited Twitter offices after it tagged a ruling party spokesman tweet as "manipulated media". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fv5vF7

Marcus Rashford: Manchester United striker highlights racial abuse after Europa League loss

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford says he has received "at least 70 racial slurs" on social media following the Europa League final loss to Villarreal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34m3B3e

The children selling explicit videos on OnlyFans

British subscription site OnlyFans is failing to prevent underage users from selling and appearing in explicit videos, a BBC investigation has found. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vquTkK

Uber recognises union for first time in landmark deal

Trade union GMB can negotiate for drivers after it was recognised by the ride-hailing giant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yIkgvy

Royal Mail's first 'all-electric' delivery office in Bristol

Diesel vehicles at a Bristol delivery office have been replaced by electric ones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oSyANu

Microsoft president: Orwell’s 1984 could happen in 2024

Tech executives warned that democracy has to win the AI arms race, in a new BBC Panorama. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34pV5zS

Iran bans cryptocurrency mining for four months after blackouts

President Hassan Rouhani says the energy-consuming activity must be halted for four months. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p4lZHr

8 Dead in Shooting at Rail Yard Serving Silicon Valley

An employee opened fire Wednesday at a California rail yard serving Silicon Valley, killing eight people before ending his own life, authorities said. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RFGOg3

'Lead the Way, Lead the Charge': Ohio Town Passes Ordinance Banning Abortions within City Limits

One Ohio town passed an ordinance Tuesday banning abortions and imposing a fine of $1,000 to anyone who violates the new law. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2SsDuoo

Election Questions: New GA Audit Checks for Fake Ballots, Dominion Machines in PA Primary Mislabel GOP Ballots as Dems

Even as a 2020 election audit has been underway in Arizona, a new audit is kicking off in Georgia and fresh questions are being asked about voting machines in a new Pennsylvania primary. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ujeqxm

Democrat NY Prosecutor Going After Trump in Criminal Investigation, Trump Calls It 'Purely Political'

New York prosecutors have convened a special grand jury to consider evidence in a criminal investigation into former President Donald Trump's business dealings. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hX7PWS

Good News for 2 Chicago Churches Fighting 'Mob Action' Charges: 'Romanian Churches Understand Communism'

The city of Chicago has now dismissed charges against two Romanian churches for holding worship services during May 2020 amid the pandemic. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yDtIjT

Amazon buys Hollywood studio MGM for $8.45bn

The move gives the US tech giant the chance to expand the library of movies available on its streaming service. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oZF7Gs

Portland Police Declare Riot After Protesters Damage Property, Target Officers on George Floyd Anniversary

Protests escalated in Portland, Oregon on Tuesday, marking the first anniversary of George Floyd's death with destructive demonstrations. Police declared a riot after a crowd set off fireworks, smashed windows, and lit a dumpster on fire. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3oRMZJM

Instagram lets users hide likes to reduce social media pressure

Users across the world will be able to choose whether to hide the Like Counts on their app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34mulAm

WhatsApp: Facebook-owned app goes to court over India privacy rules

WhatsApp says India's new digital media rules will violate the privacy of its users. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QTi8QJ

'Irresponsible' London Underground Bitcoin advert banned

Cryptocurrency exchange Luno rapped by the ASA for targeting inexperienced consumers from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fmrhuz

Blinken Announces Plan to Re-Open US Consulate to the Palestinians

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced plans on Tuesday to reopen the U.S. consulate in Jerusalem.  The decision reverses the Trump Administration move in 2019 to merge the consulate under the embassy.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3unY728

'I thought I was too old to be on TikTok'

Spencer West has garnered legions of fans sharing his perspective as a disability advocate. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oPPdJE

Amazon accused of unfair pricing policies by Washington DC

The Washington DC Attorney General said on Tuesday it was suing the firm over competition concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bTFjSa

AI emotion-detection software tested on Uyghurs

A software engineer tells BBC's Panorama about installing the system in police stations in Xinjiang. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34m9RaQ

Gunfire Stuns Family-Friendly Event in Minneapolis on 1-Year Anniversary of George Floyd's Death

It's been one year since the death of George Floyd on a Minneapolis street sent shockwaves around the globe.  Protests, many of them turning violent, erupted in cities all over the country.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hTzEPG

'Look People in the Eye, Listen to Them:' Mental Health Expert Offers Guidance as Anxiety, Depression Rise During COVID

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge impact on people's mental health due to loss of loved ones, jobs, and isolation.  Michelle Madden, a trained chaplain for Suicide Prevention and Support, told CBN News why awareness of the issue is so important. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3i076nE

Crenshaw Defends Space Commander, Ousted for Opposing Marxism: Military Not for Training Social Justice Warriors

The Space Force commander who was ousted for speaking out against critical race theory and Marxism in the military is getting a second look by the Air Force Inspector General. Plus, Lt. Col. Matthew Lohmeier is also gaining some new allies for his reinstatement from several Republican lawmakers. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RDsa96

Campus Group Sues Univ. of Alabama for Restricting Free Speech, Requiring 'Permission to Speak'

A lawsuit was brought against the University of Alabama by a chapter of Young Americans for Liberty over restrictions on free speech. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yFzSQH

'They Will Now Be Held Accountable': DeSantis Signs Crackdown Bill Against Big Tech Giants

Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday designed to punish social media platforms for removing conservative ideas from their sites. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3fkE6FK

Deleted police records were on outdated 1970s IT system

The files on the Police National Computer were recovered - but a report calls for urgent reforms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oMFEvh

How One Online Platform is Equipping Christian Students to Change the World

When students go to college for the first time, finding a Christian community can be a challenge. One national platform is solving this problem by helping connect students to ministries and churches.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2T8Yvom

On First Anniversary of George Floyd's Death, Family to Meet With Biden Over Police Reform

Tuesday marks the one-year anniversary of the death of George Floyd, the 46-year-old black man who died at the hands of Minneapolis police, which sparked nationwide protests over racial injustice and police brutality.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3i5hGdt

130 Killed in Weekend Shooting Surge, Now Some Are Rethinking Efforts to Defund Police

The death of George Floyd inspired a movement to defund the police, but as communities across the country face a surge in violent crime, some leaders are rethinking their support of it. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yE6fyT

Airbnb boss: 'Cornwall is now more popular than London'

CEO Airbnb Brian Chesky says people's travel habits have fundamentally changed due to the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fjl1Ul

Bitcoin Mining Council to report renewable energy usage

The Tesla CEO and a group of Bitcoin miners hope to improve the currency's sustainability. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wyepXO

US Cities Face Surge in Shootings with 130 Killed Over Weekend, Now Some Are Rethinking Efforts to Defund Police

The death of George Floyd inspired a movement to defund the police, but as communities across the country face a surge in violent crime, some leaders are rethinking their support of it. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Snz4PC

'Satan's Dare': This Tea Party Leader Took on the GOP, Now He Tackles a Biblical Question Facing America

Jim DeMint shook up the world of politics as a leader of the Tea Party movement and someone who challenged the Republican Party establishment. Now, he's challenging us in a different way. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RBKXl9

Florida high school alters 80 'immodest' yearbook photos of students

Eighty students had yearbook photos edited without their consent to hide their chests and shoulders. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bO41TO

Russia threatens to slow down Google over 'banned content'

The country’s media watchdog says it will slow down internet speeds to the site if the content is not deleted. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ueMt9P

Tesla fined in Norway over battery issues

A court has ruled that the car giant must pay £11,500 to each complainant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oM938R

Peloton to build first US factory after supply problems

The exercise equipment company has struggled to keep up with demand during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fNB1gu

Indian police visit Twitter's office after 'manipulated media' label

It comes after the social media giant labelled a ruling party spokesman tweet as "manipulated media". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fDT8oS

Florida governor signs bill to ban Big Tech 'deplatforming'

The Florida measure will fine companies that violate the rules up to $250,000 per day. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2R9GYvo

Tech giants fight 'cloud wars' deep in the ocean

To boost their services, Google and Facebook are investing in undersea cables that span the world. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bO9jyY

Protesters Rally at Rutgers Against Mandatory Vaccines for College Students

Several hundred people participated in a rally Friday on the campus of Rutgers University, protesting the college's requirement that students must show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to attend in-person classes.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bQLoif

'Fill the Field With His Glory': Awake the World Presents 9 Nights of Power-Filled Praise During 'Texas Tent Revival'

Dr. Joshua Fowler and his wife Lisa are hosting a "Texas Tent Revival" from May 28 to June 5, an epic worship event where they're seeking God for salvation, miracles, and healings. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3vjVIXF

Former Transgender Shares How God's Power Broke Through the Lies: 'I Left It all to Follow Christ'

Laura Perry believed at a young age that she should have been born a boy. She completely transitioned into living and legally being a male. But a chance request by her mother to design a Bible study website put her on the path to discovering the truth about God and who she was created to be. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wuXPs2

'A Miracle from God': Man Recovering From COVID After Doctors Gave Him 2% Chance of Survival

One North Carolina man, who thought he was going to die after contracting COVID-19 last December, says God's healing power spared his life. Now he's sharing his story to encourage others to get vaccinated. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wuAPsX

Female High School Track Star Says Competing Against Trans Athletes Is ‘Devastating’

For former Connecticut track star Chelsea Mitchell, competing against transgender athletes — biological males — was “devastating.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3vdG7Jc

Epic v Apple: What have we learned?

Epic's legal battle with Apple should wind up on Monday, but the judge may take months to make a ruling. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bNp0Xa

Three years of GDPR: the biggest fines so far

British Airways has received the largest fine issued so far under European data protection laws. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fflAhS

Eight arrests in Royal Mail text scam investigation

One man is charged following dawn raids in London, Coventry, Birmingham and Essex. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34pMr4N

Gas and Food Prices Rose Quickly in April as Inflation Spiked to Highest Level Since 2008

Most Americans are already aware of something that's now being discussed in Washington – prices for items we use in our daily lives seem to be rising lately. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2SqQiLR

£300m investment to fuel electric car take-up

Energy regulator Ofgem has approved funding for infrastructure needed to support more charging points. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3udkR5a

'Open Season' on Jews as Antisemitic Attacks Surge with Violence and Pro-Hitler Palestinian Messages

Phone video of attacks against Jews in cities across the U.S. shared on social media shows how Palestinian supporters are bringing the war against Israel and against Jews to America's streets.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wI00sr

Charlie Bit My Finger video to be taken off YouTube after selling for £500,000

The piece of internet history will now be taken off YouTube, after more than 880 million views. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bP4eWR

US Secretary of State Blinken to Visit the Middle East

In the wake of the 11-day war between Hamas and Israel, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken plans to visit the region this week “to discuss relief efforts and working together to build better futures for Palestinians and Israelis.”  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2SmDXs2

Mayhill: Facial recognition technology used after Swansea disorder

Police say more arrests will be made this week and they are using the technology to identify others. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vhyCRt

Glastonbury live-stream delivers a rush of nostalgia in the face of failure

The concert brought back fond memories, despite technical problems disrupting the live-stream. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bKgCYs

Air India cyber-attack: Data of millions of customers compromised

Passport details, ticket information and credit card data were compromised in the February attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TeCrZP

The couple who met on YouTube

Australian Anitha Kannan and Ian Chalmers, from the UK, met over YouTube and bonded over social anxiety in lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vfSEMk

Biden Absent From Notre Dame's 2021 Commencement After 4,300 People Sign Petition Uninviting Him

President Joe Biden did not speak at the University of Notre Dame's 2021 commencement Sunday, although he was originally invited to the event. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3fIT5bg

Christian Realtor Losing License Over Personal Beliefs on LGBT Issues

Minnesota-based realtor Matt Moore, who is a Christian, said Friday he is losing his real estate license due to his beliefs on LGBT issues. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ve7naH

Pentecost People Know how to Wait — and Worship

The God who instructs us to wait is the same God who will send us our "suddenly." With our ancestors in the faith, we stand upon his promises, believing that we will receive a "suddenly" for our families, our circumstances, and our communities for the glory of God. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hUGDYC

'The Fight Has Just Begun': Christian College Vows to Challenge Biden Order Opening Dorms, Showers to Opposite Sex

A Christian college in Missouri plans to appeal its case against the Biden administration after a federal judge ruled the school must open its dorm rooms and showers to members of the opposite sex. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2QHc39M

'Don't Freak Out': The Importance of Following the Most Common Commandment in the Bible

So as the world trains us to buy their products and worry about these things, we ignore what we can control and how we can do great things for God. We can pray and trust that it makes a difference, so continue to trust him. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3vk4xRy

'Did weak wi-fi password lead the police to our door?'

A young family had their computers and phones seized after, it seems, their router was hacked. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QGXVxh

Covid: India tells social media firms to remove 'India variant' from content

Platforms are told to take down all content that refers to an "Indian variant" of the coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f7kJQm

Severe Storms to Target Parts of the Plains This Weekend

After rounds and rounds of flooding downpours brought record rainfall and serious flooding danger to portions of the southern Plains and Mississippi Valley this week, AccuWeather forecasters say a different threat will develop in the center of the country this weekend. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Td85GY

Uptick in Anti-Semitic Incidents and Attacks Across U.S. Amid Israel-Hamas Fighting

Reports of anti-Semitic vandalism and attacks increased in American cities during the 11-days of fighting between Israel and Hamas. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yz2Scu

Colorado School Bus Driver Caught Slapping 10-Year-Old Student for Not Wearing Mask Properly

A school bus driver has lost his job after slapping a 10-year-old student who pulled her mask under her nose because it was making her sick. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RC0f9e

Atheist Richard Dawkins Says It's 'Wise' to Abort Babies with Down Syndrome

Famed atheist thought leader Richard Dawkins said recently it is “wise and sensible” to abort babies with Down syndrome. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2SiaH5I

Arsonists Set Canadian Pastor's Property on Fire After Arrest Over COVID Violations

The Canadian pastor who has been confronted repeatedly by law enforcement officials claimed over the weekend the garage at his private resident was set ablaze by arsonists. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bGoVo3

'Please Pray': Operation Blessing Sends Disaster Relief Teams to Help Flood Victims in Texas and Louisiana

CBN's Operation Blessing U.S. Disaster Relief Teams are ramping up to help residents in parts of Texas and Louisiana recover from the flooding caused by this week's historic rains in the region. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3oFCZmN

Gulf Tropical Threat to Douse Flood-Weary Texas, Louisiana

A historic deluge of rain this week unleashed serious flooding across portions of Texas and Louisiana, leaving roads underwater and leading to high water rescues. Now, before the week is over, more unwanted news is in store for the region. A tropical system could develop in the western Gulf of Mexico by Friday afternoon, and move into the Texas coast Friday evening. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2TaKcji

No More Church Bans: CA Gov. Newsom Ordered to Pay $1.35M in Legal Fees for Shutting Down Churches

This week, a California District Court approved the settlement of Harvest Rock Church and Harvest International Ministry's lawsuit against Gov. Gavin Newsom, establishing the first state-wide permanent injunction in the country against COVID restrictions on churches and places of worship.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3f4AGXs

Apple v Epic: Tim Cook takes the stand in Epic legal row

Apple's boss Tim Cook is on the witness stand in the high-profile legal row with Epic Games. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3u97Tp5

The Pandemic Fueled Spiritual Hunger for 181M Americans, Millions Opening a Bible for the Very First Time

More than 10 million more Americans turned to the Bible over the past year of the COVID-19 pandemic than in the years before, according to the American Bible Society. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3fDccDO

The women fighting for digital equality

The pandemic has both drawn attention to the gender digital divide - and helped close it. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hHYfXK

Tinder tweak urges people to think before sending abuse

The dating app will detect abusive messages before they are sent and ask the writer to pause. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/344Vwzy

Snapchat Spectacles AR: Augmented reality on your face

Snap Inc's new specs promise AR overlays through glasses - but are on limited release for now. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fB9grd

Robot scales stairs without ‘seeing’ and other news

LJ Rich looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Rzxwlz

Cyber attack: Tool to restore stolen Irish health data tested

The Irish government says the decryption tool could help get the healthcare system back to normal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SXbA43

WeWork reports loss of nearly $2.1bn ahead of stock market debut

The troubled office-sharing startup's business was hit particularly hard by the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2S7z06t

Teaching artificial intelligence to control navy submarines

Submarines controlled by artificial intelligence are being designed to take on military missions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/342P9go

President Biden Delivers Remarks on the Situation in the Middle East

President Biden will deliver remarks to the nation on the situation in the Middle East at 5:45 pm Eastern.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bJYkq3

As Baylor Supports LGBTQ Students, Robert Jeffress Says It's the Last Straw for Christian Parents

The regents of Baylor University have approved a measure providing LGBTQ students more support, including a possible new student group on campus.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3oHYtje

'Our Creator Endowed US with the Right to Life': TX Gov Signs Ban on Abortions After Baby's Heartbeat Detected

Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott has signed a bill into law that bans abortions after a fetal heartbeat can be detected, possibly as early as six weeks.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3u6yfrq

'This is a Nightmare': 4th Extreme Weather Event Within a Year Wears on Residents

Residents of Lake Charles, Louisiana, are now picking up the pieces from a fourth significant weather event in less than a year. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ypF4rJ

Apple criticised for storing data inside China

The tech giant said it was complying with local law but did not compromise data security. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3v6OUN6

Twitter finds racial bias in image-cropping AI

Months after users raised concerns, Twitter drops its algorithm for cropping photos over bias worries. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bG3dk7

A Huge Chunk of Oregon Votes to Consider Seceding from Leftist State to Join Idaho

The political and cultural divide in the U.S. became more evident this week as voters in five counties in eastern Oregon gave the go-ahead for their local representatives to consider making their counties part of the state of Idaho. They join two other counties that had earlier voted to secede from leftist Oregon to more conservative Idaho. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hKx0Ma

Parents Fight to Recall VA School Board Over Raunchy Reading Material and Critical Race Theory

A Virginia school board is facing intense backlash, making national headlines again after some say the latest board meeting should be "rated X". Parents in Loudoun County were up in arms, reading lewd, jaw-dropping passages aloud from their children's required books. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/34eIBvf

Farewell (again) to Microsoft's Internet Explorer

Microsoft has set a deadline for retiring its legacy web browser from consumer versions of Windows 10. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fDKKG6

NFTs: Are they the future of the music industry?

Non-fungible tokens have set the music industry abuzz - but are these digital assets set to last? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33ZD8Ij

Biden's Commission Will Decide if Congress Can Start Reversing Supreme Court Rulings and Pack the Court

America has had nine justices on the Supreme Court since 1869, but now that conservatives hold a 6 to 3 majority some Democratic lawmakers and liberal groups say it's out of balance and needs to be fixed. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yBsGFc

Biden Jokes About Running Over Reporter Who Asks If She Can Question Him About Israel

President Joe Biden caused a bit of a stir Wednesday when he jokingly told a journalist to step in front of a car when she tried to ask him a question about Israel. The president was visiting a Ford plant in Dearborn, Michigan, where he was seated behind the steering wheel of the company’s new F-150 Lightning truck, which he was test driving. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hF2yDa

Elon Musk UK visit drives Tesla factory rumours

A two-day stop in the UK has ignited speculation that the tech mogul is looking for factory sites. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hN65zc

Colonial Pipeline boss confirms $4.4m ransom payment

Joseph Blount told the Wall Street Journal that he authorised the payment following the cyber-attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yqZLTU

ByteDance: TikTok's co-founder to step down as chief executive

The hugely popular short-video app was regularly criticised by former President Donald Trump. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SdjnKD

Ransomware: Should paying hacker ransoms be illegal?

As cyber-attacks intensify around the world, two experts argue for or against a ban on payments from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wl5qsS

A 'Miracle Made Possible by God': 18-Yr-Old Finally Recovering After Brain Blood Clot From J&J Vaccine

An 18-year-old Nevada woman, who suffered from a serious brain blood clot after receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, is making progress two months later, and her parents say it's a miracle from God that she's finally recovering.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3u1cmdj

This Group Is Spending $1M on Ads to Remind 'Woke' Companies Like Coke & Nike Who They Serve

A conservative consumer advocacy group is putting companies like Nike, Coca-Cola, and American Airlines in their place for going "woke." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3oAviOP

'Jesus Is the One They're Looking For': Study Reveals 43 Percent of Millennials Don't Believe, Care or Know If God Exists

Arizona Christian University's (ACU) new study reveals there are significant differences between current generations in regard to spiritual beliefs. And the study reveals there's one generation in particular that the church needs to target with ministry efforts.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hIjIzN

Parents' evenings 'to stay on Zoom after pandemic'

The government’s Covid school catch-up tsar said the evenings were “much better” when held remotely. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QAVwV0

Apple Powerbeats 2 headphone customers receive payout

The compensation is from a $9.75m class action lawsuit settled last year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33XDwas

Twitch 'hot tub streamer' has ads pulled by streaming site

Streamer Amouranth said Twitch has pulled ads because she is "not advertiser friendly". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3v5tRuq

Charlie Bit My Finger video to be auctioned as an NFT

The viral video of brothers Harry and Charlie - now 17 and 15 - will be taken off YouTube. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ot3AUh

Bitcoin falls further as China cracks down on crypto currencies

The price of Bitcoin fell below $40,000 for the first time in three months after China imposed fresh curbs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bzc7ja

How retail tech could change how we shop in the future

Concept store Cornershop is trialling retail technology to find out what people want from stores. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bDkOsO

Prosecutor Finds Deputies Justified In Shooting Of Black Man

A North Carolina prosecutor said Tuesday that sheriff’s deputies were justified in fatally shooting Andrew Brown Jr. because the Black man struck a deputy with his car and nearly ran him over while ignoring commands to show his hands and get out of the vehicle. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3oxvb6S

Six announcements from Google I/O

Google's annual conference unveils their latest tech. Here's what we found interesting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RsKFwJ

Why One High School Senior Just Donated His College Savings to Another Student

A high school senior in Missouri donated his college savings to another student after landing a prestigious scholarship that will cover his tuition and boarding for four years. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3osppDc

'Americans Should Pray for Peace': Former VP Mike Pence Blames Biden for Israel-Hamas Crisis

Former Vice President Mike Pence is blaming President Biden for the current conflict in the Middle East.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bBzQiy

Google AI tool can help patients identify skin conditions

The tech giant says its "dermatology assist" tool can recognise 288 different skin ailments. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eZDcOs

Migrants Crossing U.S. Southern Border Spike 900%, Violent Criminals Captured in the Mix

The number of migrants crossing into the U.S. illegally on the country's southern border is increasing every month.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ymhqfB

TN Gov. Bill Lee on Lessons Learned Through Personal Tragedy: Trust in the 'Rescuing Arm of Jesus Christ'

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee says the lessons learned from personal tragedy in his own life have equipped him for his first term as governor when historic upheaval hit his state. From tornadoes and flooding to a pandemic, Gov. Lee has led his state through their lingering effects. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3v1berc

'Hear Our Prayers!' Louisiana, Texas Hit by Flooding, Tornadoes as Residents Brace for More Severe Weather

Louisiana is in a state of emergency after severe weather ravaged areas with torrential rain, flooding, and tornadoes. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eXCv8r

Amazon investigated by German anti-trust watchdog

New German laws mean the regulator can take faster action to prohibit any anti-competitive behaviour. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ormDy2

Shadowy Dark Money Is Ruining Our Political System - Guess Who Dominated the Dark Dollars in 2020

Democrats have long claimed that conservative dark money was the menace to the nation. But in the last two elections, Democrat dark money dominated. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eUf3ZR

Elon Musk impersonators earn millions from crypto-scams

Losses to fraudsters pretending to be celebrities rose 1,000% in a year, say US consumer officials. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3v0fg3b

SolarWinds hack: Russian denial 'unconvincing'

The director of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service denied it was behind the cyber-attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f1qm2B

Porn blocker 'missing' from Online Safety Bill prompts concern

Campaigners are "astonished" that a promised age check for porn is not in the Online Safety Bill. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Rpt8Wd

Universities keeping lectures online into autumn term

A student petition calls it "ridiculous" as some UK universities keep lectures online for next term. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3by6z8L

Russia spy chief suggests West behind SolarWinds cyber-attack

Sergei Naryshkin speaks to the BBC in a rare interview about 2020's SolarWinds cyber-attack in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yj9Gew

Amazon in talks to buy MGM Studios for $9bn: Reports

The deal would give the e-commerce giant's streaming service a vast library of content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uVJCUs

Should encryption be curbed to combat child abuse?

Cyber-security experts, tech firms and lawyers weigh in on the end-to-end encryption debate. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3454QDP

Americans Confused About Latest CDC Guidance: 'Do I Have to Wear a Mask or Not?'

Many Americans are trying to understand the latest CDC guidance that says those who are fully vaccinated can take off their masks when both outside and inside. The revised guidelines are creating confusion and making some leery of shedding their masks. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eUukts

'Join the Adventure!' Trail Life USA Invites Families to 2nd Annual 'National Backyard Concert and Campout' May 21

The faith-based scouting group, Trail Life USA, is encouraging families to kick off summer with its 2nd annual "National Backyard Concert and Campout." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3frpRxw

Millions of Gallons of Gasoline Flowing Again Through Colonial Pipeline, but Shortages Persist in These States

Gasoline is freely flowing again through the Colonial Pipeline, but some gas station pumps along the East Coast remain empty. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bxJaEu

Democrats Divided Over Support for Israel as Netanyahu Warns More Time Needed to Battle Hamas

Joe Biden is facing a brewing insurrection within his own party over which side the U.S. should favor in the crisis.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hClJNV

Supreme Court to Consider 'Landmark' 15-Week Abortion Ban and It Could Be a Game-Changer

The U.S. Supreme Court made a bold move Monday, saying it will determine whether states can ban abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ylT9GK

Why is Huawei still in the UK?

Huawei defends its links with British universities, says it admires UK innovation from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wqlMkj

Bill Gates left Microsoft amid affair investigation

Microsoft has said that it investigated Mr Gates' attempt in 2000 "to initiate an intimate relationship". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bxIs9U

Jake Paul investigated over suspected driving on protected turtle beach

Some Puerto Rico beaches are protected as endangered turtles nest in the sand. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uPtSSZ

Mayflower: Ship to sail across Atlantic without a crew

The autonomous craft will travel 3,500 miles (5,630km) from Plymouth, UK to Massachusetts in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2S4gThy

School Blocks Little Girl from 'Jesus Loves Me' Mask, but Her Faith Is Still Making an Impact

A young girl who wanted to wear her faith on her mask never expected it to be a problem at school but that is what happened. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2SO8eQQ

PBS to Air Documentary on the Life, Legacy of World-Changing Evangelist Billy Graham

Rev. Billy Graham, the world-renowned evangelist whose ministry changed the lives of hundreds of millions of people, is the subject of a new documentary premiering Monday, May 17 on PBS. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/33P9LID

Democrats Battle Over Support for Israel as Netanyahu Warns More Time Needed to Battle Hamas

Joe Biden is facing a brewing insurrection within his own party over which side the U.S. should favor in the crisis.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eP1ECd

New emergency text alerts to be trialled

A warning system will tested to advise people in areas affected by floods, fires, terror attacks or industrial incidents. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bzqNPr

Waymo self-driving taxi confused by traffic cones flees help

The vehicle became stuck multiple times and repeatedly drove away when roadside assistance approached. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SYl6nF

The Only Man to End Up Before the US Supreme Court for Not Baking a Cake Tells His Story

Colorado baker Jack Phillips, who famously refused to bake a cake celebrating a same-sex wedding, tells the story of how he ended up at the US Supreme Court in a new book, The Cost of My Faith. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2S1exjO

Israel-Gaza: Why is the region blurry on Google Maps?

High-resolution images of Israel and Gaza are available, so why not via public mapping tools? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QrE9pA

AT&T nearing $150bn Discovery streaming merger: Reports

A deal could see Harry Potter-maker Warner Bros. and Discovery's lifestyle channels under the same owner. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RT5Zvb

Covid-19: YouTube launches vaccination ad campaign

The video-sharing site will pay for ads on buses, billboards and its own site to promote vaccination. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fqXDDd

The app that lets you pay to control another person's life

NewNew aims to connect artists with their fans who can vote on aspects of their work and daily life. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oiZhe8

'An Education Recognizes God-Given Dignity': Christian Colleges Adapt to Teach Prisoners During Pandemic

Many religious higher education institutions have found ways to remain connected with prisoners during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite the challenges of having to shift to online classes.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bu3whC

'From Suicidal to Set Free': Worshippers Witness Powerful Healings, Miracles During Sean Feucht Revival Tour

Thousands of worshippers witnessed God's healing power this week during Sean Feucht's revival tour as the lost and broken found restoration in His limitless love. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eOq3b6

Protestant Denomination Elects First Transgender Bishop, Who Celebrates 'Dismantling' Theology

Over the weekend, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America became the first mainline Protestant denomination to elect a transgender bishop. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RnQ08z

Hundreds Attend Prayer Vigil After Jesus Statue Toppled, American Flag Burned at Brooklyn Church

Police in Brooklyn, New York are investigating a possible hate crime after someone toppled a statue of Jesus and burned an American flag outside of a Catholic church. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3fqyJ6O

Virginia Moms Condemn School District for Assigning Pornographic Readings to 9th Graders

A group of mothers addressed the Loudoun County School Board in Virginia after learning the district made available to their children books full of pornographic content. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3tPX6Qf

Rabbi, Evangelical Leader Call on Progressives to Stop 'Giving Comfort to Anti-Semitism' as War Engulfs Israel

As the violence between Israel and Hamas rages, two influential religious leaders, a rabbi, and an evangelical leader are warning progressive Americans to watch out for anti-Semitism.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3w5EJsb

'If You Wait, It Could be Too Late': Franklin Graham's Plea to Christians to Get COVID Shot

One of the most well-known evangelists in the world is urging fellow Christians to get a COVID-19 vaccination, and he's taking his plea to the mainstream media.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3y9SrMz

Army Chaplain Appeals Career-Ending Reprimand: His Crime? He Expressed His Religious Beliefs Online

The U.S. Army has harshly reprimanded a highly decorated chaplain for an old post on his personal Facebook page supporting the Department of Defense's (DOD) exclusion of transgender service members, which was DOD policy at the time the post was made.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hnnmyZ

'God Is Always with Us': 10-Year-Old Becomes U.S. National Chess Master After Escaping Islamic Terrorism

A 10-year-old refugee named Tani Adewumi has just earned an elite ranking in the world of chess, winning the title of National Chess Master. Just a few years ago, little Tani had a very uncertain future as a refugee whose homeless family had fled to the U.S. to escape from an Islamic terrorist death threat in Nigeria.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hsghgn

Robot gives insight into how cats walk and other tech news

LJ Rich looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SSSWdJ

'Huge shortage' in digital skills says Apprentice winner

Some UK firms are struggling to fill roles demanding digital skills, so how easy is it to retrain? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tR2DG9

Is Bitcoin bad for the environment?

The BBC's Ros Atkins looks into Bitcoin's affect on the environment after Tesla suspended vehicle purchases using Bitcoin due to climate change concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hmaPMd

US fuel pipeline 'paid hackers $5m in ransom'

Reports say Colonial Pipeline paid cyber-criminal gang DarkSide a ransom to prevent a data leak. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ohSUI8

Amazon set to hire 10,000 UK workers

The tech giant is tightening its grip on retail as the coronavirus pandemic continues from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33JtPwe

IBM says chip shortage could last two years

The President of the US tech giant told the BBC that the shortage could last another two years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3y4Hv2R

Irish health service hit by cyber attack

The Health Service Executive in Ireland temporarily shuts down its IT system after a "significant ransomware attack". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QmKJxC

Jeff Bezos and the secretive world of superyachts

The world's richest man will reportedly set sail next month on one of the largest superyachts ever built. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hqNFEy

Reminders on rise as WhatsApp update deadline looms

Users yet to accept new terms and conditions will now receive "persistent" reminders. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uKNBTW

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to Pardon Anyone Charged for Violating Mask, Distancing Mandates

Mike and Jillian Carnevale — owners of a 24-hour fitness center in southeastern Florida — received welcome news Wednesday, when Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) said he would pardon them for defying county ordinances mandating masks and social distancing. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ffQ7Lk

Giving Them 'Faith for the Journey': High School Grads to be Honored Sunday with National Senior Sendoff

All high school seniors, their families, and their churches are invited to a special virtual event this Sunday to celebrate as graduates close one chapter of their lives and prepare to embark on a new exciting season. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ffIMvg

‘Let Me Educate You’: Virginia Mother Blasts School Board Over ‘Racist’ CRT Teaching

A mother from northern Virginia unloaded on her county’s school board this week, rebuking members for embracing “racist” and “abusive” critical race theory. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eL5AE2

White House COVID Response Team Gives a Briefing

The White House COVID-19 Response Team holds a press briefing with public health officials at 2:00 p.m. Eastern.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bmNuGi

Cartels Cash In as Migrants Try to Outrun the Law in Texas 'Corridor of Death'

Smugglers take migrants from the Texas/Mexico border and drop them off in Brooks County, 70 miles north of the border. Many of them die from starvation or exposure trying to traverse this rural area that has become known as the "Corridor of Death." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3y5CCX8

Victim of 'Elon Musk' Bitcoin scam loses home deposit

Teacher Julie Bushnell says she lost her deposit for a new home in a cryptocurrency giveaway con. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33DqsH9

Tfl Go: London travel app outperformed by Google Maps

Busyness data apps are expected to increase in use as commuters return to offices after lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uJIKCo

Tax Day is Monday: Here's How to File for a Tax Extension for Your Federal and State Taxes

Procrastinator alert: your taxes are due! If you are nowhere near ready as the scary deadline approaches, you may file an extension with the IRS that gives you up to six more months to file your taxes. Filing an extension will spare you from late filing penalties — 5% of the amount of tax you owe for each month or partial month past the deadline. The extension is automatic — you do not have to send any justification or reasoning like "I have 5,000 wadded-up receipts crammed in a shoebox." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bpMWzp

Interested in Computer Programming at Age 5, 12-Year-Old Boy Graduates from College with 4.0 GPA

A 12-year-old boy from Salisbury, North Carolina enjoys school so much that he's set to graduate from both high school and college this month. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bnbFof

NHS tracing app 'prevented thousands of deaths'

Peer-reviewed research suggests the contact-tracing app prevented between 284,000 and 594,000 cases. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QiM8VU

Colonial hack: Biden orders tightening of cyber-defences

The order calls for a wide range of moves likely to keep government departments busy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fcOqhH

US Unemployment Claims Drop to 473,000, a New Pandemic Low

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bo91P7

Colonial Pipeline Reopens Amid Gas Price and Cybersecurity Concerns

Colonial Pipeline says it's restarting after hackers forced it to halt operations last week. Gas lines have sprouted across the Southeast in recent days as gas stations ran out of fuel. The Biden administration admits the US is vulnerable when it comes to cybersecurity and ransom threats. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bnjyKq

James Charles fans 'send death threats' to producer

Kelly Rocklein says she has received abuse since her legal action against the YouTuber became public. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3w0IjUq

Chrissy Teigen sorry for bullying Courtney Stodden on Twitter

TV personality Courtney Stodden accepts her apology but questions its sincerity. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vWuGWe

BT vows to give 5m more homes fast broadband

The telecoms giant says its new full-fibre investment strategy could create up to 7,000 jobs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oha0Wj

Tesla will no longer accept bitcoin over climate concerns, says Musk

The initial decision made by Tesla in March to accept bitcoin caused an outcry from environmentalists. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ftP0YH

Colonial Pipeline Restarts Operations Days After Major Hack

The nation's largest fuel pipeline restarted operations Wednesday, days after it was forced to shut down by a gang of hackers. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3uKjUCe

Number of Illegal Immigrants Crossing Southwestern Border Rises to Highest Level in 15 Years

There's been a call for action at the Southwest border after authorities there reported the largest monthly number of migrants attempting to cross in 15 years. They say about 178,600 illegal migrants tried to cross the border in April and most of them were single adults.    from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3obfvG0

SBC President J.D. Greear Says Saddleback's Decision to Ordain Women 'Disappointing'

The news of the Saddleback Church's decision to ordain three women as pastors last week, a first for the largest Southern Baptist Convention-connected church in the U.S., was received with both applause and disdain. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ft7Hf5

Consumer Prices Shot Up 0.8% in April as Worries Escalate

A worrisome bout of inflation struck the U.S. economy in April, with consumer prices for goods and services surging 0.8% — the largest monthly jump in more than a decade — and the year-over-year increase reaching its fastest rate since 2008. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hrNqcp

NASA Spacecraft Heads for Earth with Samples Collected from Asteroid's Surface

After five years in space, a NASA spacecraft is on its way back to Earth after collecting dust and rocks from the asteroid Bennu. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3uJBPZN

Ruling Paves Way for Longer Sentence in George Floyd's Death

A Minnesota judge has ruled that there were aggravating factors in the death of George Floyd, paving the way for the possibility of a longer sentence for Derek Chauvin, according to an order made public Wednesday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3tHpxQq

'Catastrophic Situation' Grips Police Departments as Cops Quit in Droves Saying 'It's Not Worth It'

It's been a year since tens of thousands of people hit the streets demanding an end to police brutality and racism in the wake of George Floyd's murder. A year later, the effects of those protests are taking a toll on police departments as experienced cops are retiring or quitting in droves.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3uUHtZr

Idaho Governor Signs Bill Stopping Taxpayer Funding of Abortion

Idaho's governor has signed a bill into law banning any state funds from going to Planned Parenthood or any other abortion provider in the state. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2QeDlnS

Colorado Baker Jack Phillips Reveals How He Became a Christian in New Interview

For nearly a decade, Colorado confectioner Jack Phillips has drawn the ire of many LGBT activists over his Christian convictions. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RLmXLV

Facebook moderator: ‘Every day was a nightmare’

This is the first time a social media moderator has testified to a parliamentary committee. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eGLFGl

Amazon has €250m 'back taxes' overturned in court

A court has overturned an EU order for Amazon to pay millions in taxes to Luxembourg. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bl3YPs

Long Lines, Empty Pumps at Gas Stations as Demand for Fuel Spikes After Pipeline Attack

From the Carolinas to Florida, long lines are wrapping around gas stations as drivers seek to fill up at the pump. Frustration is mounting as the outages spread along the U.S.'s East Coast.  According to GasBuddy.com, more than 1,000 gas stations in at least seven states from Florida to Virginia are running out of gas. Four governors have declared states of emergency. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3tAu3Ac

Female football fans share experiences of abuse

Meliza and Kendall are dedicated football fans but say they experience abuse because of their gender. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3o70Onz

Pet and shopping scams surge during pandemic

The BBC highlights ways to avoid fraud following a 44% rise in online shopping fraud during Covid. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ROYS6P

Andrew Brown Jr.'s Family View Footage of Fatal Police Shooting, Say 'He Did Not Deserve to Die'

Lawyers for relatives of Andrew Brown Jr., a Black man fatally shot by deputies, said Tuesday that body camera videos show that he didn’t strike them with his car before they opened fire, contradicting a local prosecutor. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3uGzEpY

Gas Stations Report Shortages as Pipeline Shutdown Drags On

More than 1,000 gas stations in the Southeast reported running out of fuel, primarily because of what analysts say is unwarranted panic-buying among drivers, as the shutdown of a major pipeline by a gang of hackers entered its fifth day Tuesday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/33G8dk0

Number of Children Traveling Alone At Border Eases in April

The number of unaccompanied children encountered on the U.S. border with Mexico in April eased from an all-time high a month earlier, while more adults were found coming without families, authorities said Tuesday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3vW0A5l

Government lays out plans to protect users online

The Online Safety Bill threatens media giants with big fines - but aims to protect political debate. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3faiDhd

US petrol supplies tighten after Colonial Pipeline hack

Some petrol stations run out of fuel in the US southeast as the Colonial Pipeline remains shut. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3w50msN

Uber and Lyft set to offer free rides to US vaccine sites

The White House highlights the upcoming offer of free trips in the US by the ride-hailing firms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hnWAX9

Questions Still Remain: Fauci Says Investigation into COVID-19 Origin Necessary

Questions over the origin of COVID-19, which continues to plague the globe, are spilling into the open.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3fdyuMc

Lawmakers Want Better Cyber Protection for Nation's Infrastructure, More Investment Needed

As the investigation gets deeper into the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack, lawmakers on Capitol Hill are sounding off about better protection.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2ROOCLO

Questions Still Remain: Fauci Says Investigation into COVID-19 Origin Necessary

Questions over the origin of COVID-19, which continues to plague the globe, are spilling into the open.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/33zIutH

New Study Shows Christianity Spreads Best in Unlikely Places

The disciples were perplexed when, 40 days after Jesus’ resurrection, He ascended to heaven without restoring the earthly kingdom of Israel, a political victory they were certain was imminent. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RLZTNe

Texas Hospital Continues Push to Withdraw Care from 2-Year-old Girl Despite Her Improvements

Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth, Texas is seeking assistance from a state appeals court in their relentless pursuit to discontinue providing life-sustaining treatment to toddler Tinslee Lewis. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ezmLbz

Dershowitz: Speech Targeted in 'Dangerous Wave of New McCarthysim' 

During the 1950s, Senator Joseph McCarthy held congressional hearings exposing communists in Hollywood and the U.S. government. Today, a similar effort is underway – only this time, Christian and conservative speech is being targeted.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2R4xQIW

Georgia Gov. Kemp Signs Repeal of 1863 Citizen's Arrest Law: Ahmaud Arbery's Mother 'Very Thankful'

In February of 2020, 25-year old Ahmaud Arbery was jogging through a neighborhood in Brunswick, Georgia. He was pursued by three white men in a pickup truck who thought the young black man had stolen something from a construction site. In a fight to free himself, Arbery was shot and killed. Prosecutors say he had not stolen anything. Now in a move to protect other "Arberys," the state of Georgia has repealed a law passed during the Civil War that allowed citizens to pursue and stop someone suspected of committing a crime.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eEOl7a

Vatican Warns U.S. Bishops About Denying Communion To Biden And Other Catholic Pro-Abortion Politicians

A letter from the Vatican's office of doctrine is urging U.S. Catholic bishops who say politicians who support abortion should be denied communion to move very cautiously in the matter. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3fdJk4y

Tesla crash: Autopilot was off, says preliminary report

A car involved in a fatal crash in April had no-one in the driving seat when it was discovered. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f6NiME

Contest inspires next generation of female code breakers

More than 6,500 pupils from across the UK took part in the CyberFirst Girls competition. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33x7Jwy

NHS app ready to become vaccine passport next week

People will be able to use the app for travel - but only if they have received two vaccine doses. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33A2Qms

Apple's UK users deserve app price compensation, claim says

Legal action in the UK seeks compensation from Apple for high prices from a lack of competition. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bidBOK

The volunteers using 'honeypot' groups to fight anti-vax propaganda

Volunteers are busting anti-vaccine conspiracy theories with decoy Facebook groups. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vQ2jJg

Meituan: China tech giant's shares slide over ancient poem

Shares in Meituan slumped after its boss reportedly shared, then deleted, a Tang dynasty poem. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tDvgGK

Scientists Want to Dim the Sun to 'Save Us' from Climate Change - What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Scientists want to spread dust in the upper atmosphere to see if it will stop climate change. The idea is to dump calcium carbonate, basically chalk dust, into the stratosphere to block some of the sun's rays with the hope of halting the climate from warming.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3uBKhdF

Mind-boggling magnets could unlock plentiful power

Powerful magnets are bringing abundant, pollution-free electricity a step closer. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tDCn25

The Worst Cyberattack to Date on Critical U.S. Infrastructure - Here's Who Did It

The cyberextortion attempt that has forced the shutdown of a vital U.S. pipeline was carried out by a criminal gang known as DarkSide that cultivates a Robin Hood image of stealing from corporations and giving a cut to charity, two people close to the investigation said Sunday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eCGmb3

Make-A-Wish Foundation Helps California Boy Battling Leukemia Become the World's Youngest UPS Deliveryman

A six-year-old boy from California became the world's youngest UPS deliveryman, complete with his own pint-sized familiar brown truck.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3fbSyOK

Colonial hack: How did cyber-attackers shut off pipeline?

Attacks on critical national infrastructure are an increasing concern, experts say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3o2lw83

Actor sues TikTok for using her voice in viral tool

Bev Standing’s voice is used on the social-media platform's text-to-speech feature. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33D0x1X

Scientists Want to Dim the Sun to 'Save Us' from Climate Change – What Could Possibly Go Wrong?  

Scientists want to spread dust in the upper atmosphere to see if it will stop climate change. The idea is to dump calcium carbonate, basically chalk dust, into the stratosphere to block some of the sun's rays with the hope of halting the climate from warming.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3tzdowV

Rick Warren's Saddleback Church Makes Bold Move by Appointing Its First-Ever Female Pastors

Rick Warren's Saddleback Church, which is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), announced Thursday that it ordained three women as pastors. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3f69OoD

HSBC to pilot Zoom-free Friday afternoons

The trial comes in an effort to tackle stress caused by working from home during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hdOIY6

Emily Taylor: Fuel pipeline cyber-attack is 'extortion'

There have been warnings of increased ransomware attacks, the chief executive of Oxford Information Labs says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vMzWf8

Regent University Celebrates 2,500+ Graduates: 'You Can Do all Things Through Christ'

Regent University celebrated its latest class of graduates this weekend, conferring more than 2,500 degrees for the Class of 2021. At the commencement ceremony, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo called on the graduates to carry Christ into the workplace. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3f1s7eM

Clubhouse launches on Android as app downloads collapse

The invitation-only audio platform will be available on Google’s Android to users in the US and UK. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bf6BSS

Martin Lewis and Sir Richard Branson's names most used by scammers

The pair are the celebrities whose faces appear in more fake endorsement scams than anyone else, cyber agency says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Q5UMXJ

Cyberattack On US Pipeline Is Linked To Criminal Gang

The cyberextortion attempt that has forced the shutdown of a vital U.S. pipeline was carried out by a criminal gang known as DarkSide that cultivates a Robin Hood image of stealing from corporations and giving a cut to charity, two people close to the investigation said Sunday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/33tt2PA

Cryptocurrency: Musk's SpaceX to launch dogecoin moon mission

The value of the cryptocurrency has fallen sharply after Mr Musk called it a "hustle" on US TV. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bfmcBI

Dangerous eBay listings can be removed by regulators

A new set of tools will let some regulators pull items from sale on eBay without company approval. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xXG0TS

The tech helping emergency responders save lives in the pandemic

How technology has helped emergency responders save lives during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33vhcoo

Biden declares state of emergency over fuel cyber-attack

The move to keep fuel flowing comes after its largest pipeline was hit by a ransomware cyber-attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3heV61A

Man Kills 6, Then Himself, at Colorado Birthday Party Shooting

A gunman opened fire at a birthday party in Colorado, slaying six adults before killing himself Sunday, police said. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3fbIvcS

CATHE LAURIE: A Special Message for Mothers

I share this with you today and pray it will serve as an encouragement to you moms who have children that seem disinterested, even hostile to your faith. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/33sLacr

SAMUEL RODRIGUEZ: Keep Up the Good Fight, Mothers - The World Needs You

I wouldn't be here if not for the prayers of my grandmother. She prayed nightly for each of her many grandchildren by name. I wouldn't be here if not for the prayers of my mother that sustain me to this very hour.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bdb34p

Dr. Jack Graham: The Fierce Faith of a Mother

On this day set apart to honor the mothers and mother-figures in our lives, my mind turns to a woman of fierce faith we read about in Apostle Matthew's gospel. We do not know her name, but her words and actions were so incredible, so audacious, that they were written down, included in the biblical canon, and are studied to this day. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3f4KQWP

'34 Cities, 15 States, 87 Days': Sean Feucht Kicks Off 'Let Us Worship' Summer Tour in Texas

A mobile church movement led by praise leader Sean Feucht has been turning hearts toward our Heavenly Father by showing them that His wisdom, power, and love can save us. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xVEMsg

Cybersecurity Attack Forces Top U.S. Pipeline System to Shut Down Operations

A major U.S. fuel pipeline operator had to shut down its entire network following a cyberattack, the company said in a statement. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2R845Xo

9-Year-Old Kentucky Boy Wows Fellow Students, Faculty While Singing National Anthem

Students at Bates Elementary School in Louisville, Kentucky usually start their day with morning announcements and a recording of the national anthem. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ttBHw7

Dad Pulls Daughter from NYC School Teaching Kids to 'Feel Bad About the Color of Their Skin,' Moves to Florida

A father has pulled his 9-year-old daughter from a pricey private school in New York City after learning its curriculum reportedly taught kids to “feel bad about the color of their skin.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xYIwZU

A Humble Hero of the Faith, and how he Helped Poor Black Farmers After They Were Freed

To understand George Washington Carver, the great African-American agriculturalists, and educator, you have to know something of the world in which he lived. Even though slavery was legally abolished across the United States in 1865, it cast a long-lasting and bitter shadow. African-Americans now lived in freedom, but poverty and discrimination continued. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/33qoGsD

All-Too-Familiar Weather Dangers to Return to Southern US

A wet and active weather pattern is set to return after only a brief two- to three-day hiatus to downpours in the southern United States in the coming week. The change in the weather will ignite all-too-familiar dangers like severe thunderstorms and flooding. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3etBLrC

The New Underground: Parents of Trans-Identifying Kids

State lawmakers are debating whether to ban doctors from giving hormones, puberty blockers, and gender surgeries to children who identify as trans. Some of the people who’d most like to see these bans take effect: parents who have been blindsided as their sons and daughters announced their new gender. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3b6cEcf

'Standing in the Gap': Pro-Life Group Celebrates Over 4,000 Babies Saved from Abortion During Pandemic

Can anything good come out of a pandemic lockdown? The pro-life group Human Coalition answers with a definite "yes" and "amen" to that question.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xXfyto

TripAdvisor sorry for Auschwitz review error

TripAdvisor initially found nothing wrong with a death camp review containing a gas chamber "joke". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f6bP4t

Virgin Media customers left waiting longest on phone

Virgin Media and Virgin Mobile had the longest average customer call waiting times, Ofcom has found. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nWYUFU

Robot learns to brush hair and other tech news

LJ Rich looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nUAMDG

Twitter adds 'tip jar' to pay for good tweeting

Twitter launches a new payment feature for good tweets - but it comes with privacy concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vG9Iee

Sheriff: Girl Shoots 3 At Idaho School; Teacher Disarms Her

A sixth-grade girl brought a gun to her Idaho middle school, shot and wounded two students and a custodian and then was disarmed by a teacher Thursday, authorities said. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3b5HVvF

Trump social media: Twitter suspends account sharing ex-president's posts

The social media platform said the account was trying to evade Mr Trump's Twitter ban from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xTlQdF

Taking an invention from idea to the marketplace

Lockdown spurred many people to invent new products, but how did they get to market? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2R1a7ZR

Laura Lentz Gives First Look into Life Behind Headlines of Husband's Infidelity and Firing from Hillsong

It's often too easy to be glibly and even cynically dismissive of reports about a megachurch pastor's moral failure and infidelity, thinking, well, another one bites the dust. But that callous and decidedly un-Christian approach to a pastor's fall forgets that most of the time there's a family and multiple broken hearts behind those tabloid headlines.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3vKdUcS

SEAN FEUCHT on National Day of Prayer: 2021 Will Be a New Beginning for the Body of Christ

America is facing an identity crisis. And this is because the church in America is facing an identity crisis.  We are torn between two beliefs.  Fearlessly follow the God who redeemed us or serve the whims of our current culture.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3vRblpz

BT Smart Hub 2 router 'breaking' home networks

Users say they are being forced to choose between range or speed, or face an unusable network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3h6QMkU

Free Speech & Monopoly Concerns Grow in Wake of Facebook Decision to Ban Trump

A new oversight board created by Facebook approves the ban on former president Trump--but sets a six-month deadline for a definite decision by the digital platform. The announcement highlights concerns about Big Tech and its power to curtail free speech. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2SvLt49

IBM 2nm chip breakthrough claims more power with less energy

Next-gen processor tech gives more performance with less energy use, IBM claims. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vRCDMB

US Backs Waiving Intellectual Property Rules on Vaccines

The Biden administration on Wednesday joined calls for more sharing of the technology behind COVID-19 vaccines to help speed the end of the pandemic, a shift that puts the U.S. alongside many in the developing world who want rich countries to do more to get doses to the needy. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xQv8Hq

No full-time return to the office for over a million

Almost all of 50 big UK firms tell the BBC staff will divide their time between home and office in future. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3h16DRT

Twitter tells users to be nice and think twice before replying

The social media platform will prompt users to review "potentially harmful or offensive" replies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xQ93c0

Father calls for pornography sites to require proof of age

A father and an Oxford student seek a High Court hearing to require age verification on porn sites. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vJhoMD

Millions at security risk from old routers, Which? warns

Research by Which? looked at a selection of older routers still being used by customers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xRX9yr

President Biden's National Day of Prayer Proclamation for May 6, 2021

President Joe Biden proclaims May 6, 2021, as a National Day of Prayer. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2QY7oAn

Eating Insects and 'Climate Lockdowns': What the Outrageous 'Green New Deal' Means for Your Future

If you don't like eating insects or 3D-printed fake meat, California-style power blackouts and not being able to fly or drive when you want, then you're not going to like the Green New Deal.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3b7Lp10

Pastor Jack Graham on the National Day of Prayer: 3 Lessons from James on Praying When We Hurt

If we desire to experience the power of God in our lives, then we need to learn how to pray. James reveals to us how to pray for ourselves emotionally, physically, and spiritually and how to pray for others in the same manner. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xJ735n

Four Athletes to Appeal Ruling Allowing Athletic Conference to Abolish 'Girls Only' Sports

Four Connecticut female athletes will appeal a recent federal district court ruling that dismissed their legal challenge to a Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference policy allowing biological males who identify as female to compete in girls' athletic events. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3h4eYnZ

Rev. Samuel Rodriguez on the National Day of Prayer: Teaching Our Children to Pray the Micah 6:8 Way

We ought to teach our children and grandchildren others-centered prayer rather than self-centered prayer. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RrevkP

Dr. Dobson Calls America to National Day of Prayer: 'If Ever There was a Time that America Needed Prayer, It Is Now'

On Thursday, Christians across the U.S. will join together to call upon God for the sake of our country during the 70th annual National Day of Prayer.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2PSFLIx

Heartwarming Moment: Tempe, AZ Police Replace Stolen Toy Tractor for 4-Year-Old Boy

Police in Tempe, Arizona went above and beyond the call of duty by surprising a little boy with a new Gator tractor after his toy was stolen last month. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eRos34

Google boss emails staff detailing return to office

In an email, chief executive Sundar Pichai suggests working three days in the office is the way forward. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xR68zV

Apple puts more adverts in App Store after ad-tracking ban

After a move to limit ad tracking by other companies, Apple expands its own advertising business. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vKdl2J

Peloton recalls treadmills after child's death

Home fitness equipment firm recalls Tread and Tread+ machines after six-year-old child pulled under treadmill. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eUZ5NU

Heroic Good Samaritan Dives Over Bridge to Save Baby Thrown Into Water After Car Crash

Over the weekend, a heroic, unnamed good Samaritan jumped into action — literally — when an infant was thrown into a bay in Maryland after a car crash on a bridge. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3elEYcI

Facebook Votes to Keep Banning Trump as Trump Makes Big Announcement About His New Online Voice

Facebook's Oversight Board ruled Wednesday to continue banning former President Donald Trump from Facebook and Instagram, a measure put in place against him after the Capitol Hill riot on Jan. 6.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2QZtEtE

30+ States Seek to Block Trans Athletes from Competing in Girls Sports: 'Just Common Sense'

More than 30 states have introduced bills that would restrict transgender youth from access to girls sports.  Governors in Idaho, Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, Mississippi, and West Virginia have already signed bills outlawing transgender students from competing in girls sports teams in public schools. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nRb5nr

'We Have Churches Lined up Ready to Serve': Christians Prep for New Refugee Arrivals

President Biden is set to quadruple the all-time low cap of 15,000 that had been put in place by President Trump. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3tj2H1q

Biden Aims To Vaccinate 70% Of American Adults By July 4

President Joe Biden set a new vaccination goal to deliver at least one shot to 70% of adult Americans by July Fourth as he tackles the vexing problem of winning over the “doubters” and those unmotivated to get inoculated. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3b6akSm

Chauvin's Lawyer Seeks New Trial, Hearing To Impeach Verdict

The defense attorney for the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of killing George Floyd has requested a new trial, saying the court abused its discretion, and he wants a hearing to have the verdict impeached because of what he says is jury misconduct, according to a court document filed Tuesday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ejQyov

Woman loses nearly £113k in dating site romance fraud

Rachel Elwell says she is facing bankruptcy after losing money to a scammer. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nMBtPo

Trump launches new 'communications' platform

The former president releases a new website after his social media ban earlier this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tjTgyG

Facebook Oversight Board to rule on Trump account ban

The Oversight Board will decide whether the former president can return to Facebook on Wednesday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QKMyoh

Will Catholic Bishops Call for Biden to Stop Taking Communion Over His Abortion Views?

U.S. Catholic bishops are set to decide whether to press President Biden to stop taking communion over the president's support for abortion.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3uk9fxP

90-Hour Live Bible Reading Marathon Leads up to National Day of Prayer

Hundreds of Christian believers are stepping up to church podiums to participate in a scripture reading marathon. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nPjWGA

Gates divorce: Business 'as usual' for foundation

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is likely to continue as now, Dr Beth Breeze says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eRockK

'Roe v. Wade's Days Are Absolutely Numbered': Why Pro-Life Leader Lila Rose Is Optimistic After so Many Years

Lila Rose was just 15 years old when she started the pro-life group "Live Action." In the past 16 years, it has grown to become the world's largest online pro-life organization, helping make Lila the face of the movement.  Now, in her first book, Fighting for Life, she tells readers how God can use anyone, at any age to make a difference.    from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/33s37rT

23 Tornadoes Slash the South, Taking Lives and Wrecking Homes - States Brace for More Severe Storms

The South is bracing for more severe weather today after at least 23 tornadoes swept through the region in 24 hours. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2PMPlN4

'It Was a Blessing': Business Owner Helps Homeless Man with Acts of Kindness, Video Goes Viral

One Louisiana man did more than just help a homeless man he found sleeping outside, he fostered a friendship that has now inspired millions of viewers. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xTYcOr

Sony’s PlayStation to integrate Discord chat for gamers

As part of the deal, Sony will hold a minority stake in the popular gaming chat platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Rp4Hrq

Royal Marines test out jet suit

The Royal Marines are testing out a jet suit to assist in Maritime Boarding Operations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uuvbGA

How can we avoid coded bias in facial recognition tech?

Artificial intelligence researcher Joy Buolamwini explains why we should question the technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xE4RvM

US Cities, States Reopen As COVID Cases Go Down

More states and cities are opening up in the United States as coronavirus numbers decline and vaccinations increase.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xL44cI

Teens, tech and mental health: Oxford study finds no link

The Oxford study used data from more than 430,000 young people, gathered over 28 years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ujn1B5

Bill and Melinda Gates: A life in pictures

Images of the couple, who set up the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in 2000, after they announce their divorce. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3utucqx

Canadian sign war captivates the internet

For the past week, businesses in a Canadian town have been embroiled in a war of words via signs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SpdURh

Microchip shortage: Inside a factory racing to meet demand

Katie Silver tours a microchip factory in Singapore racing to meet demand amid a global shortage. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vwdmY2

Food giants respond to worries over packaging

The phasing out of single-use plastics gathers pace with big companies adopting alternatives. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vFutGK

Caught on Live Mic: 2 IL School Board Members Brag About Indoctrinating College Students with Leftist Ideology

Two professors at Roosevelt University in Illinois were caught boasting on an open Zoom call that they teach their students about reorganizing America in ways that some consider to be Marxist. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3gZHh74

Bill and Melinda Gates divorce after 27 years of marriage

In a statement the pair said "we no longer believe we can grow together as a couple". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aYxU3I

Millions of Americans to Face Severe Weather Risks Through Tuesday

The first week of May is beginning quite active on the severe weather front, with hundreds of millions of Americans across the eastern half of the nation at risk for dangerous thunderstorms.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/339nl9B

'The Church of Jesus Christ Banded Together': Lubbock, TX Votes to Become a Sanctuary City for the Unborn

The citizens of Lubbock, Texas, have approved a measure aimed at outlawing abortion in the west Texas city. It's a move likely to prompt legal action from opponents who call it an unconstitutional ban on the procedure. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3f5CBdh

Vodafone using Google's cloud and AI to retain customers

Telcos are increasingly turning to machine learning, cloud and data analytics to boost revenues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3egrfnv

Yahoo sold again in new bid to revive its fortunes

The internet trailblazer is sold as part of a $5bn deal that includes another pioneer, AOL. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nGlrXt

'We Have to Protect Girls' Sports': Caitlyn Jenner Says Biological Boys Shouldn't Compete in Female Sports

Olympic gold medalist and California gubernatorial candidate Caitlyn Jenner, who is transgender, said over the weekend it would not be “fair” to allow biological males to compete on female sports teams. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3gYWjtp

Barrasso Blasts Biden's Whopping Spending Plans: 'Trillions of Dollars of Reckless Spending'

A key Republican senator is blasting President Biden's spending plans totaling six trillion dollars. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3tdJKx8

Four held in German-led raid on huge child sexual abuse network

German police say a dark web club for sharing images of child sex abuse had more than 400,000 users. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tcQ1ZT

Mourners Gathering Monday For Funeral of Andrew Brown Jr.

Mourners will gather on Monday for the funeral of Andrew Brown Jr., a Black man shot and killed by deputies in North Carolina, with eulogists planning to celebrate his legacy and reflect on his life. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xFppUJ

Millions offered half price broadband from BT

Low-income customers will be offered more than 50% off a fibre broadband package from June. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33mWbw9

Apetamin: Instagram criticised over weight gain drug

NHS England calls for a clamp down on the targeting of the "dangerous" unlicensed drug at young women. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tbHLt7

Grab: How an Uber killer became a powerful Asian super-app

South East Asian taxi firm Grab is becoming one of Asia's most powerful financial super-apps from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eQquR6

Why can't Google get a grip on rip-off ads?

Shyster websites topped the search results every time during a 12-month BBC investigation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3h2HWVj

Huawei Mate X2: Mastering the folding phone formula

Huawei has revealed the third iteration of its folding phone, taking inspiration from Samsung. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eh1pQl

Apple to face Epic Games in court

Epic’s antitrust lawsuit against the tech giant could decide the future of Apple's App Store. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ujntzm

'I was terrible at crosswords so I built an AI to do them'

Dr Fill , a computer program, has just won one of the most prestigious crossword competitions in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eOMWKj

'More and more people don't want a traditional burial'

With cremations on the rise, firms now offer such things as turning your ashes into artificial reef formations or human compost. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ufeXRB

3 Killed, 27 Hospitalized After Boat Capsizes off San Diego

Three people were killed and more than two dozen others were hospitalized after a wooden boat capsized Sunday during a possible human smuggling operation just off the San Diego coast, authorities said. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eMkyII

Vogue Runs Article Asking If Having Babies Is 'Pure Environmental Vandalism'

In the beginning of Genesis, after He created human beings, God told them to “be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth.” British Vogue, though, is sending a bit of a different message. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2PIVcDd

'We Have to Stop Them': GOP Sen. Josh Hawley Reveals Reign of Big Tech in Upcoming Book

Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) is speaking candidly about his concerns that Big Tech companies are trying to "run our country, silence our speech, and take over our government." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ubDVl6

Sean McDowell on How to Respond to Christians 'Deconstructing' Their Faith

In the age of social media, we’re often made hyper-aware of the machinations of the faith journeys of complete strangers, some famous and others not. While some of that is certainly good, it can also be a bit unnerving, particularly when a once-esteemed believer abandons his or her Christian convictions. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xE606B

GREG LAURIE: The National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 6

On this National Day of Prayer, as the country continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic and injustice, we can look to a biblical figure for guidance: Nehemiah, whose name means “comforted by God.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3tfGtx8

SpaceX Returns 4 Astronauts to Earth During Rare Night Splashdown

SpaceX safely returned four astronauts from the International Space Station on Sunday, making the first U.S. crew splashdown in darkness since the Apollo 8 moonshot. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nEUFyw

'Good to be Back': Rep. Dan Crenshaw Attends Virtual Meeting Despite Vision Loss After Eye Surgery

Congressman Dan Crenshaw made his first public appearance Thursday since eye surgery left the Texas Republican effectively blind earlier this month. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3gTEVGB

Kirk Cameron Urges Us to be 'Fearless and Full of Faith' on Final Night of His 100-Day Campfire Revival

Kirk Cameron held a huge celebration Friday night for the 100th and final day of his "American Campfire Revival." Thousands watched the live event where Cameron and a group of friends gathered on a farm in Roopville, Georgia to worship and pray together around a massive bonfire. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/337OZDH

White Farmers Sue Biden Admin Over Being Banned From Gov Assistance 'Solely Due to Their Race'

A group of white farmers from Midwestern states are suing President Joe Biden’s administration over a financial assistance program the excludes them based “solely” on the color of their skin. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nE5aCd