Technology

All of a sudden, WoW players are in revolt, and its competitors are having a boom. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WvFhuP

Montana Miracles: God's Spirit and a Heavenly Rain Fall on 'Let Us Worship'

Some attending the event were overcome with emotion as they fell to their knees, with tears streaming down their faces, and gave all their worries to the Holy Spirit. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ldQdrq

Severe Storms to Kick off August for Northeast

Cooler and less humid conditions are settling in across the Northeast, while residents receive a brief respite as residents pick up the pieces after tornadoes ravaged the mid-Atlantic on Thursday evening. Unfortunately, more storms are on the way to the region before the weekend is over. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3BZFqHb

Activists Use Short Clip to Accuse Cop of 'Planting Evidence,' Then Police Chief Releases Full Video

Activists on social media used a clip to claim a police officer in Wisconsin “planted evidence” inside the car of a driver pulled over last Wednesday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3j8ICYv

Home car charger owners urged to install updates

Security vulnerabilities in two domestic electric car chargers were discovered by researchers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/37anQSF

Elon Musk: 'I don't want to be CEO of anything'

Elon Musk reiterated on Friday that he doesn't want to be Space X or Tesla boss. What's going on? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BZzLkw

Owners of home car chargers urged to install updates

Security vulnerabilities in two domestic electric car chargers have been discovered by researchers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3C2rIDp

Converse Unveils Designer Shoes with Satanic Symbol Replacing Brand's Star Logo

Earlier this week, Converse unveiled a new limited edition collab with fashion designer Rick Owens, through his brand, Drkshdw. The sneakers — coming in several styles — feature a pentagram in place of the iconic Chuck Taylor star. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yeSJRU

Facebook, Google expect jabs for office return

The tech companies will require vaccination for returning in-office employees as Covid-19 cases rise in US from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lbLAho

'Jesse Watters is Officially Out of Control': Fox News Host Laughs Off Media Jabs & Shares His Crazy Journey to the Top

He's funny, smart, and savvy when it comes to politics and now Fox News' Jesse Watters is taking that talent to the pages of a new book, How I Saved the World. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3lcPqXJ

PG&E Could Face Criminal Charges Over Deadly California Fire

Pacific Gas & Electric will face criminal charges because its equipment sparked a wildfire last year that killed four people and destroyed hundreds of homes, a Northern California prosecutor announced Thursday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3icHLXF

Untethered bi-pedal robot runs 5km and other tech news

Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VoRaCw

A US company has turned a former coal plant into a gas-fired Bitcoin mine

Environmentalists have criticised the gas-fired mine but the company says it offsets its emissions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WuEASt

Amazon predicts slower sales growth as Covid boost eases

The tech giant says third quarter sales growth will be slower as customers return to physical shops. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3zO0puH

Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over streaming of Black Widow

The star says box office takings for Black Widow were hit when it was streamed at the same time. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VjG7u6

Didi: Chinese ride-hailing giant denies plans to go private

Didi shares surged by almost 50% in pre-market trade after a report that it planned to go private. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i8qJK6

The fungus and bacteria tackling plastic waste

Bacteria, fungus and enzymes can all digest plastic, but can they work at a useful commercial scale? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rFNhFj

900+ Shootings in One Week: Lawlessness Escalates Across US as Police Departments Depleted

Lawlessness is taking over the streets of America with the city of Seattle, Washington, in the bull's eye over the weekend. Police departments have been sorely depleted in the wake of the "defund the police" debacle which was fueled by the demands of BLM and antifa protesters in 2020. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3BWUky7

'Don't California My Texas': So-Called Texodus Sparks Fears of a Political Flip

Many Americans are in search of a place with less crime, lower taxes, and more bang for the real estate buck. Texas tops the list, with smaller communities especially in high demand. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2WoqQsr

Rick Astley rolls into a billion YouTube views

Rickroll meme helps Never Gonna Give You Up reach new heights. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f6fks7

Google to ban sugar-daddy apps from Play Store

Apps focused on "compensated sexual relationships" will be prohibited from 1 September. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3l9ePkZ

'Praise God!' Anne Graham Lotz's Son Out of ICU, in Rehab After Severe COVID Infection

Jonathan Lotz, a grandson of the late evangelist Billy Graham, has been moved out of the intensive care unit and into rehabilitation after battling a severe COVID-19 infection. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3zQl4hY

Older Kindles may lose internet connection, Amazon warns

Amazon tells customers older Kindles might lost their ability to connect online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iXPgkl

NHS Covid-19 app pings rise by over 70,000

Nearly 690,000 people in England and Wales received self-isolation alerts in the week up to 21 July. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ybiNNS

Google app charges targeted by mass legal claim

A new legal action seeks compensation for all UK Android users who buy apps on Google Play. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BPlOWd

Facebook warns growth set to slow 'significantly'

The technology giant said on Wednesday that the third and fourth quarters would see advertising sales drop. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yeKyF2

Uber slides over reports SoftBank selling 45 million shares

Japan's SoftBank is selling the shares to cover losses in other investments, according to one report. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xlRz61

Fresh warning over rip-off locator forms on Google

'Devious' sites which charge money for a free passenger locator form top search engine results. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xaPCJo

'Redemption Story': Alaska Woman Turns Strip Club into a Church, and Souls Are Already Being Saved

"Fantasies" strip club in Anchorage, Alaska underwent a major transformation last year, replacing its dance poles with pews. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3zMRY2Y

10th Circuit Rules Christian Web Designer Can Be Forced to Violate Her Beliefs and Create Same-Sex Sites

A Colorado web designer will appeal after the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals denied her challenge of the state's anti-discrimination law. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2V2EOQm

Activision Blizzard staff walk out over harassment claims

Employees of the company behind Call of Duty are angry over allegations of sexism and harassment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3C1tRPY

Max Lucado Gets COVID Despite Being Vaccinated - Here's How He's Using His Down Time for God

Christian author and preacher Max Lucado says he recently tested positive for COVID-19 despite vaccination. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2UQl82p

'Spiritual Powerhouse of Women': US Softball Team Wins Silver, Sisters in Christ Look Ahead to 'Church on the Dirt'

The U.S. softball team had their hearts set on winning gold at the Tokyo Olympics this year, but fell to Japan, ending the game 2-0 and winning the silver medal. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/37dfvgV

Ofcom appoints online safety head to take on big tech

Anna-Sophie Harling will have responsibility over how big technology companies regulate harmful speech. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3zYpzXR

Former eBay supervisor jailed for cyber-stalking critics

A former police captain turned eBay employee harassed critics of the online-auction company. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3la0SmT

An Awkward Moment for Pro-Socialism Democrats: Is the Left Ignoring the Cuban Fight for Freedom?

America is supposed to be a beacon for all people who want to be free. But the Left's reaction to the Cuba protests shows they're a lot less supportive of freedom when it comes to communist dictators. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3rCPyRz

UPDATE: Anne Graham Lotz's Son Still in ICU Battling Severe COVID, but 'Witnessing Up a Storm in the Hospital!'

Jonathan Lotz, grandson of evangelist Billy Graham and the son of Anne Graham Lotz, is in the hospital ICU battling a severe case of COVID. His sister, Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright, provided an update on the situation, saying he’s “showing signs of improvement.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Vemkw7

Covid-19: The pandemic explored in maps and data

Political scientist Dr Robert Muggah looks at the effects of the pandemic and national lockdowns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j0CyBl

Intel chief warns of two-year chip shortage

Pat Gelsinger talks chip crisis, China and how the firm intends to fight back in the marketplace. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iaKCjS

Shamook: Star Wars effects company ILM hires Mandalorian deepfaker

The artist, who uses the online alias Shamook, has been recruited by Industrial Light and Magic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BOHK3D

Oculus recalls Quest 2 headset pads after skin rashes

Quest 2 headset owners are urged to claim a free silicone cover to avoid skin issues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i66nB4

Team BRIT’s Aaron Morgan: How hand controls help me race

The Team BRIT driver on how adapted cars help him compete in races against non-disabled drivers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3l5PNn2

Tech giants' profits soar as pandemic boom continues

Apple, Google parent company Alphabet and Microsoft report soaring quarterly profits. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3zKHZea

Electric car charging prices 'must be fair' say MPs

Consumers should not have to pay excessive prices to use public car charging, MPs say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xdlRYm

Thousands Gather from All 50 States for Revival at the 'Heart of America'

Christians from across the country gathered in the heart of the nation on Friday to pray for restoration and revival in America. It was all part of an event called "Prayer at the Heart of America". from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/373mdGj

Banned for Biblical Beliefs: Christian Farmers in Court After Being Punished for Views on Marriage

The owners of Country Mill Farms in Michigan, who were banned from their local farmers market in 2016 over their biblical viewpoint on marriage, are having their case heard in a federal court this week. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3l2GunJ

Instagram makes under-16s' accounts private by default

Only approved followers can see posts and "like" or comment on accounts that retain the private setting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BOVxHu

Hawaii 2.0: How Christ Rescued This Man from the Brink of Death and Gave Him a Mission to Point Others to Jesus

A Hawaiian actor, author, and motivational speaker who was on the brink of death from a serious health condition says God's healing power restored him and gave him a second chance at life. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/377HJtH

Twitter accused of inaction on anti-Semitic tweets

Campaign Against Antisemitism says many reported hateful tweets are not being removed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UM3qgt

'They're Not Happy With What's Going On': Number of Families Homeschooling Soars

As many schools across the country prepare to reopen this year, the number of parents opting to homeschool their children has surged in the wake of COVID-19 school lockdowns. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3f2JSLw

Wildfires, Flash Flooding, Sandstorms: Extreme Weather Turns Deadly Out West

From sandstorms and flash floods to wildfires burning out west, extreme weather has turned deadly as conditions continue to worsen. In northern California, the Dixie Fire has exploded in size, now burning in two counties and destroying at least a dozen homes and threatening as many as 10,000. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3f3iTiV

Activision staff condemn firm's response to harassment claims

About 1,000 Activision Blizzard staff sign a letter describing managers' response as insulting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UWON9T

Tesla profit surge driven by record car deliveries

The electric carmaker's revenues nearly doubled in the three months to 30 June compared with last year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iOMC04

Bezos' $2bn offer to get back in race to the Moon

The billionaire offers to pay $2bn in Nasa costs to be reconsidered for a key Moon lander contract. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/372IFQ8

Can better tech make video meetings less excruciating?

Technology firms are scrambling to add new features but will video calls improve. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iPcWqU

American Optimism Collapses, Spate of Mandatory Vaccines Announced from Biden Cabinet Agency to CA

Just as President Biden has hit six months in office, optimism about the direction of the country has collapsed, according to a poll from ABC News and Ipsos. In fact, optimism has plummeted nearly 20 points. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/370Kb4W

Is it Time to Tamp Down the President's War Powers?

The Senate is considering a bill that would limit the President's ability to use military force at his discretion. It comes after years of controversy over presidents taking military action without any prior approval from Congress. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3zFeCdA

Is it Time to Tamp Down the President's War Powers?

Children Living with Two Parents: Census Bureau Shows It's Making a Comeback

Some positive news is out from the U.S. Census Bureau. The number of two-parent families is on the rise in America, and the nuclear family is making a comeback. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3iOt5wX

Over-60s with only virtual contact 'more lonely'

UK-US research finds old people who used only telephone and online communication were more lonely. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3x31yNb

Amazon Bitcoin job ad boosts cryptocurrency surge

News Amazon is hiring a digital-currency expert has helped boost the value of Bitcoin. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2URs5QD

Vineyards set to go high tech with smart systems

Changing climate conditions and water shortages see some Australian wine growers turn to technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rAoPVw

PRAY: Anne Graham Lotz Says Her Son Is in ICU Battling COVID

Anne Graham Lotz, daughter of the late evangelist Billy Graham, asked for prayers over the weekend after her son, Jonathan Lotz, was hospitalized with COVID in critical condition. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eZ88yd

Shares in Chinese online tutoring firms slump after shake-up

It is one of the biggest ever overhauls of China's $120bn private tutoring industry. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ByOgvk

1960s Civil Rights Activist Robert Moses Has Died

Robert Parris Moses, a civil rights activist who was shot at and endured beatings and jail while leading Black voter registration drives in the American South during the 1960s and later helped improve minority education in math, has died. He was 86. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eY92uR

Tencent shares slide after Beijing crackdown on music rights

China's market watchdog said the technology giant broke the country's anti-competition rules. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Wffkzv

Why remote working leaves us vulnerable to cyber-attacks

Experts warn working from home has led to complacency over security protocols from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i43Qax

Technology and Innovation Are Necessary for the Future of Bible Engagement

Roughly 16% of Americans read the Bible most days during the week, according to the American Bible Society's newly released 2021 "State of the Bible" report. And while the study found that Americans prefer to have a printed copy of the Bible in their hands, millions interact with the Bible digitally—and we largely have technological advancements to thank for that. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2WjEOvP

California's Largest Fire Torches Homes as Blazes Lash West

Flames racing through rugged terrain in Northern California destroyed multiple homes Saturday as the state’s largest wildfire intensified and numerous other blazes battered the U.S. West. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kTfwi9

Texas Police Chief Says City In 'Dire Crisis' After Defunding Effort

- July 24, 2021

The interim police chief for Austin, Texas, said recently the city’s law enforcement is in a “dire crisis” in the wake of the left’s defunding effort. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3y4Iqj5

'We Know What's Best for Our Children': Parent Groups Sue Gov. Newsom Over School Mask Mandate

- July 24, 2021

Two parent groups in California are suing Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) and state health officials over plans to require students to wear masks when they return to school this fall. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2TBGtfg

Face palm: When the emoji you want doesn't exist

There are about 3,000 emojis to choose from but what happens when the one you want isn't there? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3y5Y6CP

David Platt's Virginia Megachurch Hit with Lawsuit After Tumultuous Elder Nomination

The northern Virginia McLean Bible Church led by David Platt, the best-selling author of Radical, confirmed three new elders last weekend -- but only after congregational unrest over politics, critical race theory, and a lawsuit filed by objectors. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kNyGGn

Conservatives Cry 'Big Brother' as Facebook Admits 185M Cases of Censorship and Biden Admin Wants More

As vaccination rates grow more sluggish, the White House is pointing the finger at social media platforms, especially Facebook. The President recently went as far as to suggest Facebook is killing people. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2TAkOUK

Beach rover picks up cigarette butts and other tech news

Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UJDfXB

Nevada and Other Top COVID States Up Their Game to Battle the Surge

COVID-19 cases have almost tripled in the U.S. in the last two weeks as the Delta variant explodes in pockets across the country. The cases are soaring especially in states with low vaccination rates from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eJXSd1

Ransomware key to unlock customer data from REvil attack

The gang behind the attack had previously asked for $70m to access the stolen files. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hXFb7r

Mask Debate Heats Up as Delta Variant Surges: 'We Need Our Kids to Breathe'

The number of Americans contracting the delta variant of COVID-19 is rising across the U.S., and now there are new questions about the possibility of another round of mask mandates. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3x3n0BE

Printer ink pricier than champagne finds Which?

According to a Which survey a pint of printer ink could cost up to £1,300. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hZhThN

Zuckerberg wants Facebook to become online 'metaverse'

CEO wants users to work, game and communicate in a virtual world, often using VR headsets. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iCqia1

Mississippi Argues Supreme Court Should Overturn Roe V. Wade

The U.S. Supreme Court should overturn its landmark 1973 ruling that legalized abortion nationwide and let states decide whether to regulate abortion before a fetus can survive outside the womb, the office of Mississippi's Republican attorney general argued in papers filed Thursday with the high court. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Uwx1KF

AI breakthrough could spark medical revolution

A program has been used to predict the structures of nearly every protein in the human body. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iyQYZi

Twitter and Snap add users as restrictions ease

The social media companies passed analysts' expectations with their latest financial update. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iAcsVG

Vaccinations Rise in Some States With Soaring Infections

Vaccinations are beginning to rise in some states where COVID-19 cases are soaring, White House officials said Thursday in a sign that the summer surge is getting the attention of vaccine-hesitant Americans as hospitals in the South are being overrun with patients. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3iKtRLs

India food delivery giant Zomato sees stellar stock market debut

Shares in the Ant Group-backed company traded more than 80% higher than their initial public offering price. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UCdMz6

Didi shares fall on reports China is planning penalties

The ride-hailing giant's shares are now down by more than 25% since their New York market debut last month. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BwXBUE

What does a future-proofed home look like?

The technology exists to make homes more resilient to extreme weather, but it can be expensive. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36ZjCNu

Appeals Court Strikes Down Part of CA Law That Forced Nursing Homes to Use Trans Pronouns

A California appeals court has overturned part of a 2017 law that created speech crimes, forcing nursing home staffers to violate their beliefs by using the transgender pronouns of residents. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wZux4k

Biden Sanctions Cuban Oppressors after FL GOP, Cuban-Americans Slam Lack of Support for Punished Protesters

The Biden administration announced new sanctions Thursday against a Cuban official and a government special brigade that it says was involved in human rights abuses during a government crackdown on protests on the island earlier this month. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/36S0QrB

Instagram Influencer Rallies Followers to Help Tip Chronically Ill Airport Chick-fil-A Pianist More Than $55K

Tonee — an unwitting pianist who plays daily outside the Chick-fil-A in the Atlanta airport — found himself at least $55,000 richer this week, after a complete stranger called on his Instagram followers to bless the musician. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3zvlMkt

'Wonderfully, Crazy Movement of Prayer': Thousands Gathering at 'Heart of America' to Pray for the Nation

A call to pray for America is taking place Friday in Lebanon, Kansas, the very heart of the nation. It's called, "Prayer at the Heart of America." Thousands of people from across the country will be gathering for a time of strategic prayer for God to heal our land and bring revival and restoration. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2TrWNyW

They Never Thought They'd Do It: Wheelchair-Bound Hikers Hit the Trail

A ministry called Luke 5 Adventures helps wheel-chair-bound people enjoy the outdoors and go on nature hikes in Ohio's Mt. Airy Forest Park. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3iFCdUi

Major websites hit by global outage

Dozens of popular websites have been knocked offline. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wW0ESM

Gun owners' fears after firearms dealer data breach

Thousands of records from the popular shotgun and rifle sales site Guntrader were posted to the dark web. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VZ4XzJ

California sues Activision Blizzard over alleged harassment

One of the world's largest gaming companies is accused of endemic discrimination and harassment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iAX4ID

UK tech giant founder Mike Lynch can be extradited to US

Lawyers for Autonomy's founder, Mike Lynch, say he will fight the US authorities' bid to try him for fraud. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xYypEe

Twitter trials upvote and downvote buttons

Some iOS users will see thumb and arrow buttons as the company experiments with voting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eM9aNL

More than 600,000 people told to isolate by NHS Covid-19 app

618,903 people in England and Wales received self-isolation alerts in the week up to 14 July from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wV9v7e

Western Wildfires: California Blaze Crosses into Nevada

A Northern California wildfire crossed into Nevada, prompting new evacuations, but better weather has been helping crews battling the nation’s largest blaze in southern Oregon. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xYw0cI

Pegasus spyware seller: Blame our customers not us for hacking

NSO Group tells BBC News: "The finger-pointing should be at the customer." from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rzvpfe

Hackers reportedly demand $50m from Saudi Aramco over data leak

The world's most valuable oil producer confirmed to the BBC that company files had been leaked. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kJXoYi

Zoomtown-on-Sea? The lure of a new life on the coast

Remote working meant the Lancaster family could live anywhere - they found their sea view in Scarborough. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kIbTvF

Call for online abusers to be reported to bosses

A group is calling for companies to set up ways for people to report workers behaving abusively online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eHOjeE

Stinky Bay? Local names added to map to aid coastal rescue

Local names for coastal places are added to OS maps to help rescuers locate those in need. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3y0tNgI

Bitcoin climbs as Elon Musk says Tesla 'likely' to accept it again

The firm had said in May it would no longer accept the cryptocurrency over environmental concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BDtYky

As VA Churches and Ministries Fight to Protect Their Religious Freedom from LGBTQ Law, Judge Blocks Their Case

The question: Are churches and ministries continuing to have difficulty from a new Virginia state law that bans employment discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity? A county judge last week answered: No. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3zml9cJ

New Mexico Senator Denied Holy Communion Over Support of Pro-Abortion Bill

A New Mexico state senator says he was denied communion at his church in Las Cruces because of his support for abortion, despite U.S. Catholic bishops recently deciding not to withhold Eucharist from pro-choice politicians. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2V6cex6

'Painful and Confusing': Pastor Chosen to Be Successor to John Piper Resigns from Bethlehem Baptist Church

Jason Meyer has resigned from his position as the lead pastor of the Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, amid allegations of toxic and abusive behavior among the church's leadership. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3roznHv

Senior US Catholic resigns over Grindr allegations

A newsletter obtains mobile app data allegedly showing a Roman Catholic official used Grindr and visited gay bars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2V5hOQn

British man arrested in Spain over Twitter hack

The police action is the latest in a series of arrests over the 2020 attack on a series of celebrity accounts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rpSa56

'We Will Fight On': Football Coach Who Was Fired for Praying is Heading Back to Supreme Court

The former Washington state high school football coach who was fired over his post-game prayers is headed back to the U.S. Supreme Court after a years-long legal battle. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xY0dbI

'In God We Trust': Meet the VA Councilman Who Led a Push to Place This 'Unifying Banner' on City Vehicles

City council members in Chesapeake, Virginia voted unanimously last Tuesday to place "In God We Trust" decals on all city vehicles, then received a round of applause from those attending the meeting after the measure was passed. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kMVl5L

WATCH: Amazon Billionaire Bezos Blasts Off into Space, Touts Beginning of Space Tourism

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos used the 52nd anniversary of NASA's Apollo 11 moon landing to tout his new space tourism company by riding in its first rocket. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kGPP4r

Marie Claire Magazine Pressures Hollywood to Depict More Parents Having Abortions

The fashion magazine Marie Claire published a piece pressuring the entertainment industry to depict more parents having abortions because “[c]ountless studies have highlighted the importance of representation in media.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xWzPiA

Author Mark Levin Warns: Marxism is 'Devouring Our Society and Culture'

This nation is under attack from forces who reject America's very foundations. A new book from Mark Levin calls it what it is – Marxism –and warns that the future of this great nation is at stake. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3Br94oA

Zoom offers app store with team-building games

A range of both productivity and fun apps will be available for users within the Zoom platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xXkyxN

US Life Expectancy in 2020 Saw Biggest Drop Since WWII

U.S. life expectancy fell by a year and a half in 2020, the largest one-year decline since World War II, public health officials said Wednesday. The decrease for both Black Americans and Hispanic Americans was even worse: three years. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2UZFw0H

China: Taobao, Weibo fined for illegal child content

Major online platforms like Weibo, Taobao and QQ have been fined and ordered to "clean up". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36R1Mwc

Netflix to include mobile games for subscribers

The firm said on Tuesday that the "time is right to learn more about how our members value games". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UzLvct

Pegasus scandal: Are we all becoming unknowing spies?

We may be stepping into a world in which we are all spies - and at the same time are all spied on. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eXHLc3

Cyber-flashing: 'I get explicit messages every day'

Influencer Elle Edwards lets us inside her DMs to show the extent of sexual abuse faced by women online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eEiVxk

COVID-19 Outbreak at Texas Camp Forces Nazarene Church to Cancel Kid's Camp

The South District Church of the Nazarene has canceled its annual Kid's Camp after more than 80 people caught COVID-19 from the church's STX Youth Camp for teenagers held July 5-9. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3BohAER

'Thousands of Men on Their Knees, Crying Out to God': Promise Keepers Scores Big Comeback Moment in Dallas

Nearly 30,000 men attended the 2021 Promise Keepers Men's Conference last weekend in Dallas, Texas with hundreds of churches hosting even more men online. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3zfrWF6

EU plans to make Bitcoin transfers more traceable

Companies handling crypto-assets would have to collect customer details. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kHcsFQ

Texas Courtroom Prayers Are on Trial: Federal Court Highlights Prayer All the Way Back to First US Courts in 1790

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has ruled that Judge Wayne Mack, a Montgomery County Justice of the Peace, can continue allowing volunteer chaplains to offer prayers at the start of his court sessions while a lawsuit against him proceeds through the judicial system from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3iwaIwl

Keep your router out of the Sun, Virgin Media warns

The company is alerting customers to the risk of overheating. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BpASd2

WATCH: Amazon Billionaire Bezos Blasts Off into Space, Touts Beginning of Space Tourism

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos used the 52nd anniversary of NASA's Apollo 11 moon landing to tout his new space tourism company by riding in its first rocket. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2ToJS0T

Northern's ticket machines hit by ransomware cyber attack

Northern rail's new self-service machines were installed at 420 stations two months ago. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wUR9mG

Biden rows back on Facebook 'killing people' comment

The US president says he was referring to a dozen people spreading misinformation on the platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kxVLwB

Apple delays return to office as Covid cases rise

A three-day-a-week return to the office is reportedly postponed until October. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rkHjJA

Council algorithms mass profile millions, campaigners say

Most of the software is "secret, unevidenced, invasive and likely discriminatory", Big Brother Watch says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3zeNiCr

Jeff Bezos to blast into space aboard New Shepard rocket ship

Billionaire Jeff Bezos will launch into space in the first crewed flight of his rocket ship. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rsqQ6o

Microsoft: Chinese authorities slam 'groundless' hacking claims

A group of Western countries had accused China of carrying out a major cyber-attack on the tech giant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Bov1V9

Twitter suspends Marjorie Taylor Greene over 'misleading' Covid posts

Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene has been a vocal critic of vaccines and the use of masks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kGHPAB

Bitcoin mining machines steamrolled by Malaysia police

Officers had seized more than 1,000 Bitcoin mining units allegedly powered by stolen electricity. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Bkozi6

Spyware: The software that watches you

BBC’s cyber reporter, Joe Tidy, agreed to be spied on to understand the spyware experience further. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3issIYz

Covid: Will easing change England's new tech habits?

The pandemic brought about big changes in the way people use tech - the question is will they last? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eD9UEO

Writing fake online reviews could be made illegal

The government is proposing law changes to stop people being exploited by businesses online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Blrxmf

A Sign of More to Come: Biden Releases Terrorist Detainee from Gitmo Military Prison

The Biden administration has transferred its first terrorist suspect out of the Guantanamo Bay detention camp located within the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base in Cuba. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xQ7gU0

Ranked-Choice Voting: Innovative and Fair, or 'Corrupt Scam'?

A method of voting called ranked-choice voting lets voters ranked candidates giving them control over their second, third, fourth, and fifth choices for office, but it's not without controversy. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hOOZAM

'God Kept Me Alive': Pastor Who Was Stabbed 21 Times Forgives Attacker

A Nevada pastor, who was stabbed 21 times, says he is alive today because of God and that he has forgiven the man responsible for carrying out the horrific attack. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/36KWIJE

'Presidents Don't Get to Make Law': Judge Rules DACA Illegal, Biden Pushes Congress to Act

A federal judge has now ruled that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program (DACA) is illegal, but President Biden says his Justice Department intends to appeal that ruling. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2UjhNsp

Royal Navy tests drones above and below waves

A broad exercise saw the navy test scouts, resupply, and underwater reconnaissance drones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kvk4LH

Zoom bets billions on hybrid working in Five9 deal

The firm announces a $14.7bn (£10.7bn) deal to buy Five9, a cloud-based call centre operator. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wKis32

Pegasus: Who are the alleged victims of spyware targeting?

Jamal Khashoggi's wife and the editor of the Financial Times are among those said to be targeted. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wQCU2b

Really Joe, Facebook Is 'Killing People'? White House Wants to Censor Social Media Criticism of the Jab

The White House is frustrated that what it calls misinformation on social media is preventing people from getting vaccinated. And it wants the 'misinformation' stopped. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hNBwck

China accused of cyber-attack on Microsoft Exchange servers

The UK and the EU have accused China in connection with a major cyber-attack on Microsoft servers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iobdsj

Custom glasses: Will 3D-printing change our eyewear?

Eyewear can be more tailored to an individual’s face producing a better fit and reduce overstocking. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eyaB29

Huge Oregon Blaze Grows As Wildfires Burn Across Western US

The largest wildfire in the U.S. torched more dry forest landscape in Oregon on Sunday, one of dozens of major blazes burning across the West as critically dangerous fire weather loomed in the coming days. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/36LpUR6

Padres, Nats Recall Harrowing Scene After Shots Outside Park

When the gunshots started to echo all around Nationals Park, San Diego Padres star shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. quickly thought about the team's family members and friends in the seats. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eyvE4O

Thousands of orders cancelled after Ocado robot fire

The online grocer says the blaze was caused by a collision between robots at one of its warehouses. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kxi4CE

How to cool your home in a warming world

Low-energy designs and technologies can keep homes comfortable, come rain or shine. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kxrGgO

Pegasus: Spyware sold to governments 'targets activists'

Israeli tech firm NSO denies media reports that its software has been sold to authoritarian regimes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UXaWVq

Using plastic waste to help solve sand shortages

With construction sand in short supply crushed plastic is being used as an alternative. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rvELZv

'We Need President Biden to Step Up': Gov. Ron DeSantis Urges Swift Action Against Communist Regime in Cuba

“The one thing communists fear most, it’s the truth,” Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said in a press conference yesterday, urging President Biden to take action to help Cubans regain access to the internet while also urging Cubans in the military to be “heroic” and stop doing the bidding of the communist dictatorship. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ey2hzz

Why was my tweet about football labelled abusive?

A BBC journalist sets out to discover how Twitter moderates posts after he was banned from the platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wHexEc

Black Female WWII Unit Hoping to get Congressional Honor

Maj. Fannie Griffin McClendon and her Army colleagues never dwelled on being the only Black battalion of women to serve in Europe during World War II. They had a job to do. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3etzfBh

Appeals Court Says Univ. of Iowa Discriminated Against Religious Groups, Violated First Amendment Rights

An appeals court ruled Friday that the University of Iowa discriminated against Christian student groups over the methods used to select group members and leaders. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3etVGpW

School Board Says It's Protecting All Students and Parents in Vote on Virginia's New Transgender Student Policy

A crowd of nearly 500 parents, school board members, and concerned citizens gathered Thursday evening in Russell County, Virginia for a public hearing to denounce a new policy concerning transgender students. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xM92Fu

Unstable weather will continue to fuel huge Oregon blaze

Dry, unstable and windy conditions will keep fueling a massive wildfire in southern Oregon, forecasters said, as the largely uncontained blaze grows by miles each day. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3Bh5DR9

Greg Laurie's SoCal Harvest Crusade Returning to Anaheim Stadium in October

After almost two years, Greg Laurie's SoCal Harvest crusade is returning to southern California. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xH3goC

Fentanyl: The Cheap, Potent Filler That's Making Street Drugs More Deadly

Deaths from drug overdoses are soaring to astronomical levels. 2020 saw a record of 93,000 overdose deaths in the US. That's about 250 deaths each day, or roughly 11 every hour. The main culprit is the drug Fentanyl, which is often secretly added to other drugs, thereby catching the unsuspecting user off guard. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3Bdys12

3 Men Charged Over 2018 Fatal Missouri Tourist Boat Accident

A local prosecutor on Friday filed a total of 63 felony criminal charges against three employees over a July 2018 tourist boat accident on a Missouri lake that killed 17 people. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ikhHbS

Heat Wave Baking, Burning and Drying Out Almost Two-Thirds of Western US

The fourth heat wave in the West is reaching dangerous and record-breaking levels. The National Weather Service is warning the heatwave could break more records and fuel more fires. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kv7E6n

White House COVID Response Team Gives a Briefing

The White House COVID-19 Response Team holds a press briefing with public health officials. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3igUveD

AI narration of chef Anthony Bourdain's voice sparks row

A recreation of the late celebrity cook's voice is used in a film about his life. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3krAmF5

Valve reveals handheld Steam Deck PC games console

Gaming giant Valve has produced a handheld console that can play popular PC games. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Bl3B2G

Robot helps people get dressed and other tech news

Romana Kreider looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xXocaU

Largest Wildfire In Oregon Expands Further; New Evacuations

Firefighters scrambled on Friday to control a raging inferno in southeastern Oregon that’s spreading miles a day in windy conditions, one of numerous conflagrations across the U.S. West that are straining resources. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3B9CIi1

Finding 'Grace': Murder, DNA and ancestry

How a novel use of DNA and ancestry websites is helping police uncover clues in cold case murders. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ksE8OD

How your personal data is being scraped from social media

As hackers scoop up data from social media sites, should firms be taking better care of your data? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U7RKEr

US Unemployment Claims Fall to 360,000, a New Pandemic Low

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits has reached its lowest level since the pandemic struck last year, further evidence that the U.S. economy and job market are quickly rebounding from the pandemic recession. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ik1Rhw

WhatsApp to let users message without their phones

For the first time, billions of people will be able to use the service even if their phone has no battery. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ekGGdM

Expert Says Texas Judge's Ruling Sending Muslim Woman's Divorce to Sharia Tribunal Sets a 'Shocking Precedent'

Is Islamic Sharia law coming to the USA? It's already here in the Lone Star State. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xUxDrC

Instagram admits moderation mistake over racist comments

The social-media platform said its technology had been erroneously identifying the comments as benign. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kzaMOT

Clippy returns - as an emoji

Microsoft changes its paperclip emoji to look like its early virtual assistant, the object of much affection and frustration. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ibGi2o

MPs call for complete reset of music streaming to ensure fair pay for artists

The music industry is weighted against artists, who see "pitiful returns" from streaming, MPs say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3idri42

Watchdog: FBI Mishandled Nassar-USA Gymnastics Abuse Case

The FBI made “fundamental” errors in investigating sexual abuse allegations against former USA Gymnastics national team doctor Larry Nassar and did not treat the case with the “utmost seriousness,” the Justice Department's inspector general said Wednesday. More athletes said they were molested before the the FBI swung into action. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3B6CsA7

US Overdose Deaths Hit Record 93,000 In Pandemic Last Year

Overdose deaths soared to a record 93,000 last year in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. government reported Wednesday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3z1sX3o

Cambridge data shows Bitcoin mining on the move

New analysis shows crypto-mining moving away from China, while Kazakhstan boomed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36CcTJj

Plans submitted for electric battery 'gigafactory' in Coventry

The plant at Coventry Airport could create 6,000 new jobs, those behind the plans say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3B3V18i

Should we trust big tech with our health data?

Our medical records are in demand by tech firms who want to use the data to help tackle illnesses. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rb5EBE

Amazon Workers Quit Because They Don't Like Book on 'Transgender Craze'

At least two Amazon employees have exercised their apparent privilege in deciding to give up their jobs with the e-commerce company over its decision to continue selling a book they claim promotes anti-LGBT sentiments. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/36DqKPM

Abortion Advocates File Lawsuit to Stop Texas from Allowing Private Citizens to Sue Providers

A group of abortion providers filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday against Texas officials with the purpose of stopping a bill that allows citizens to sue a woman if she has an abortion after six weeks of pregnancy. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2UKyfSj

Santa Fe Church Pays Off Nearly $1.4 Million in Medical Debt for New Mexico, Arizona Families

Almost 800 households in New Mexico and parts of Arizona no longer have to worry about their medical bills, thanks to St. Bede's Episcopal Church in Santa Fe, New Mexico. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xFj3o5

Microsoft announces Windows 365, a subscription cloud PC

Microsoft has announced a new cloud PC technology where users stream their PC to any device. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kjwhTI

Most Working Americans Agree on One Big COVID Vaccine Requirement: Poll

While Americans are split down the middle on a great deal of issues regarding vaccination against COVID-19, most working U.S. adults have found common ground on one particular requirement. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3i4Hwwm

EE aims for 5G coverage everywhere in UK by 2028

Portable cells, drones and satellites will deliver on-demand 5G connections to the most remote locations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kpQ2bU

Facebook adds 'expert' feature to groups

Admins in Facebook groups will have the power to designate "experts" from its members. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yYlB0y

NHS Covid app: Should it stay or should it go?

There is a clash over the future of the NHS tracing app, as many delete it - or ignore its alerts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eisCl4

Duran Duran’s Invisible: 'Thrilled' with AI collaboration

Musician Nick Rhodes explains why artificial intelligence was key in making their new music video. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kbYSKu

US Consumer Prices Surge in June By The Most Since 2008

Prices for U.S. consumers jumped in June by the most in 13 years, evidence that a swift rebound in spending has run up against widespread supply shortages that have escalated the costs of many goods and services. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3eiY0jn

REvil: Ransomware gang websites disappear from internet

The REvil group has been blamed for cyber-attacks on hundreds of businesses worldwide. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kbCaCd

Billy Graham's 1940s North Carolina Cottage Is For Sale

The home of the late “pastor to presidents” is for sale. The late evangelist Billy Graham and his wife, Ruth Bell Graham, who died in 2007, bought the Montreat, North Carolina, house in the 1940s because it was “right across the street from my grandparents,” a press release from their daughter, Ruth Graham, stated. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hA2XpV

Wildfires Wreak Havoc Across a Dozen Western States, More Than 900,000 Acres Burned

Thousands of firefighters continue to battle dozens of wildfires that have burned more than 900,000 acres in 12 western states. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yTqKHs

Social-media giants discuss racist abuse with PM

The prime minister will host a round table with representatives of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Snapchat. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T66PWi

Social media influencers face relentless abuse, MPs are told

Em Sheldon says people are "so angry" at her for using her online platforms for commercial gain. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U5cfS0

Nikki Haley Calls on Governors Nationwide to ‘Ban Funding for Critical Race Theory’

As parents grapple with public schools embracing critical race theory in the classroom, Nikki Haley is encouraging governors across the country to block funding for the divisive race-based content. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xDeGK6

US Consumer Prices Surged in Past Year the Most Since 2008

American consumers faced a third straight monthly surge in prices in June, the latest evidence that a rapid reopening of the economy is fueling pent-up spending for goods and services that in many cases remain in short supply. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3B14TPW

Amazon rolls out encryption for Ring doorbells

Footage captured by the video doorbells will now be end-to-end encrypted, following a trial. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kdgiGH

Exeter University research: 'Gamers learn about nature'

Players of a big-budget action-adventure game have a better knowledge of nature, researchers say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i8bpMc

Google fined €500m by French competition authority

The search giant must propose ways to compensate news businesses for the use of their content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eb9rJQ

How MetaHuman Creator helped me create ‘Dana’

Realistic digital humans can be produced rapidly with the new software, Epic Games says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hBnYkk

Iranian hackers posed as British-based academic

A group in Iran pretended to be a British-based academic and compromised a London university website. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36wY3DX

Tesla: Elon Musk ‘rather hates’ being company boss

Speaking in court on Monday, the entrepreneur said he prefers spending time on design and engineering. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UKyexp

Climate change: Technology boosts efforts to curb tree loss in Amazon

Smartphones and satellite data help indigenous people in the Peruvian Amazon to limit deforestation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xENsmc

Flipkart: India online retail giant raises $3.6bn in latest funding round

This brings the Walmart-backed firm's value to almost $38bn ahead of its expected market debut. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kpE6Y3

How your driving might reveal early signs of Alzheimer's

Research shows how small changes in the way you drive could expose preclinical signs of disease. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kanfIo

President Biden Addresses US Crime Problem During Roundtable Discussion

So far this year nearly 23,000 American lives have been lost to gun violence. Over the past weekend alone, gun violence surged in cities like Chicago where 40 people were shot, 11 of them died. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hW8MNy

'Bless Your Pastor': The Need is Great, and You Can Help More Than Just Financially

The pandemic is just one issue among many putting pressure on American pastors. A recent Barna research survey shows 29 percent of the pastors polled thought about quitting in the past year. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Vzy50p

'The Medical Evidence is Clear': School Closures Result in Huge Rise of Suicide Attempts Among Teenage Girls

A recent report from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) revealed a substantial increase in emergency room visits related to suicide attempts during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially among teenagers between 12 and 17 years old. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3e857Lo

EU puts its digital tax plan on ice

The EU says suspending the plan will help achieve a global tax deal, but Ireland is still unhappy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i2ViiV

Heathrow's long queues blamed on self-isolating staff

Terminal 5 sees long queues at security because staff were told to self-isolate by the NHS app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hwXLmH

Virgin Galactic Has Hundreds of Reservations After Founder Richard Branson's Ride into Space

Sir Richard Branson is celebrating his historic flight to the edge of space Sunday on his Virgin Galactic rocket plane, a major step forward for private spaceflight. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3B3NJBB

'A Battle for People's Souls': Two Pastors Fight Chicago's Deadly Gun Violence with Power of Prayer and the Gospel

For the last 20 years, Chicago has seen an unending wave of violence. Spiritual leaders in the city are joining together hoping to change that narrative. Their weapon is the power of the Gospel. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3k9wc4L

'A Battle for People's Souls': Two Pastors Fight Chicago's Deadly Gun Violence with Power of Prayer and the Gospel

'It Just Fast-Forwarded Our Fire Season': Scorching Heat Makes the West's 'Mega-Drought' Even Worse

Thirty-two million people across several western states are dealing with a third dangerous heat wave in only a matter of weeks from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3r4IoVU

Euro 2020: Why abuse remains rife on social media

Racist abuse aimed at football players following Sunday's tournament finale has been widely condemned. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hZ4iFS

Super Mario 64 game sells for record-breaking $1.5m at auction

An original Zelda cartridge and a Mario game set successive records at auction within days. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e8IYwA

Racist abuse of England players Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho & Bukayo Saka condemned by Boris Johnson and FA

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the FA condemn racist abuse aimed at England players Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3k6ubGs

California and Other Parts of the West Broil And Burn

Firefighters working in searing heat struggled to contain the largest wildfire in California this year while state power operators urged people to conserve energy after a huge wildfire in neighboring Oregon disrupted the flow of electricity from three major transmission lines. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/36u6LCP

Thousands Rally in DC to Decry Anti-Semitism

Thousands rallied together on the National Mall in Washington D.C. on Sunday to protest a rise in anti-Semitism. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hWwUje

Taiwan tech giants Foxconn and TSMC to buy 10m Covid jabs

The government has come under intense pressure to speed up its vaccine programme. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xBW8tw

'We Will Never Give Up': Former President Donald Trump Speaks at Dallas CPAC Conference

Former President Donald Trump addressed a lively crowd on the final day of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) Sunday in Dallas, Texas. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kbST8n

Google boss Sundar Pichai on tax and his personal tech habits

Google boss Sundar Pichai defends company record on tax – and explains his personal tech habits. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3k8gqqE

Voice cloning of growing interest to actors and cybercriminals

Why voice cloning is not just a threat to actors but could benefit cybercriminals too. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e4yaja

PROMISE KEEPERS: It's Time to Go Through Your Open Door

When you are willing to open your heart to God's will, beginning with your own household, and then to your friends, neighbors, and even people in places you have never been, you will discover that there is no limit to what God can do through a hungry heart. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3e3h4SA

Western US Endures Record-Breaking Temperatures, Fires as Severe Weather Puts Millions as Risk

Millions of people from California to Montana are under dangerous heat warnings with some areas experiencing record-breaking temperatures. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3e3sZ2D

Activists Hang 'God Bless Abortions' Banner From Christ of the Ozarks Statue in Arkansas

A group of protesters, who claim to be artists, are boasting about a pro-choice statement they made Thursday after hanging a banner from a Jesus statue in Arkansas that reads "God Bless Abortions." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xzWdy6

How did my phone number end up for sale on a US database?

A journey of discovery into the somewhat opaque, if lucrative, world of contact selling from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UCmH3t

As Employers Struggle to Fill Jobs, Teens Come to the Rescue

The owners of restaurants, amusement parks, and retail shops, many of them desperate for workers, are sounding an unusual note of gratitude this summer: Thank goodness for teenagers. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3i0QLOh

Dig at Pilgrim and Native American Memorial Sparks Intrigue

Archaeologists combing a hill near Plymouth Rock where a park will be built in tribute to the Pilgrims and their Native American predecessors have made a poignant discovery: It's not the first time the site has been used as a memorial. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3khPEMX

Harriet Beecher Stowe: A Catalyst to the American Abolition Movement

In the nineteenth century, Harriet Beecher Stowe was the most important woman in the United States. It is reported that during the American Civil War, when she was introduced to President Lincoln, he said, ‘So this is the little woman who gave us this great war.’ from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3e1d84Y

Parents Outraged Fifth-Graders Will Have Access to Condoms in Chicago Schools

A great deal has changed since pre-pandemic life. Among those changes is students’ access to condoms — which will apparently begin in fifth grade. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hZ1dFK

NHS Covid app settings changing to send fewer alerts

Alterations to take place amid fears that millions would be asked to isolate as people mixed more. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36qWWWm

The Weak Link: How China Built in a 'Backdoor' Threat that Could Take Down the US Electric Grid

Electrical substations are in almost every city nationwide. Most house transformers play a huge part in getting power out to you. The larger they are, the more critical. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yEhbMg

Texas Judge Denies Woman’s Divorce Proceedings, Orders Her to Appear in Sharia Tribunal

A judge in Texas has ordered a Muslim woman seeking a divorce from her husband to appear in a tribunal governed by Sharia law. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yE6R6Y

Anchorage Tries Again to Force Christian Women's Shelter to Make Female Victims of Abuse Sleep Next to Trans Males

A faith-based women's shelter in Anchorage, Alaska, has filed another federal lawsuit to once again stop city officials from using a local ordinance to force the shelter to admit trans-identifying biological males and let them sleep alongside women who have suffered physical and sexual abuse. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2UG4Vwg

Magna Carta Comes to Museum of the Bible to Reveal Biblical Basis for the Freedoms We Enjoy Today

The Museum of the Bible just opened a special exhibit on the Magna Carta, the historic "Great Charter of Freedoms" from England, first written in 1215 A.D. The display boasts some of the most precious artifacts in the western world, and tourism officials hope it's the type of exhibit that draws visitors back to the city. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3r10FU3

Microsoft pays staff $1,500 for work in pandemic

The tech firm says the payment is a symbol of appreciation for what has been a challenging year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hShJrc

Are lots of people deleting the NHS Covid app?

Are people using the government's Covid app or are they deleting it? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hqxDKq

Capitol Hill Baptist Church Reaches Settlement with DC After Bowser Blocked Churches from Worshipping

Capitol Hill Baptist Church (CHBC) has reached a favorable settlement with the District of Columbia and Mayor Muriel Bowser after the church filed a federal lawsuit challenging the District's restrictions on gatherings at places of worship during the COVID-19 pandemic. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2TRhkx2

Streets and Subways Flooded in NY City Even Before Elsa, Storm Unleashes Tornadoes and Flooding up the Coast

Severe weather from Tropical Storm Elsa spurred tornado warnings in southern Delaware early Friday as the system moved over the mid-Atlantic states and into the northeastern United States. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wtGwXY

Pollution-eating car shown off at Goodwood Festival

The car looks radically different but critics are not convinced it can really help the environment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yD4Zvi

Tropical Storm Sparks Tornado Warnings in Trek Up East Coast

NHS Covid app may change as rules change, Grant Shapps says

The transport secretary says the app's sensitivity may need to be reduced as restrictions change. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hRpddZ

Legal challenge over ministers' private email use

Current official guidance on the use of email and messaging leaves an "accountability gap", campaigners say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36ptxfi

Quadriplegic driver makes Goodwood Festival racing debut

Former IndyCar driver Sam Schmidt was paralysed from the shoulders down in a racing accident in 2000. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36nUSON

Tired of working from home? Put the office on wheels

How digital nomads get state-of-the-art connectivity while working on the road from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hOwM51

'Rapid Repeat Second Abortions': Huge Study Reveals Taxpayer-Funded Abortions Create Cycle of Tragedy

A new peer-reviewed study of 2,162,600 Medicaid beneficiaries in 17 states with state taxpayer-funded abortion reveals that "rapid repeat pregnancy" (defined as a second pregnancy within 2 years) is most common among women who have abortions. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ACAZS9

Hobby Lobby Faces Atheist Backlash for ‘One Nation Under God’ Ad

The Christian-owned retailer Hobby Lobby faced atheist scorn this week over its Independence Day ad, which ran in newspapers nationwide. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/36sfsxm

'God Knows Us, Hears Us and Chooses Us': 200+ Children Accept Jesus During 7 Hills Church's Vacation Bible School

Hundreds of children accepted Jesus Christ into their lives last month during a vacation Bible school at the 7 Hills Church. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2UCdZSs

This Key Barrier to Experimenting on America's Youngest Humans Is Now at Risk

Under the Biden administration, longstanding protections for innocent human life have come under unprecedented attack, with major battles happening in Congress now as Democrats push to eliminate key pro-life policies like the Hyde Amendment from their spending proposals. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xoC5yV

Euro 2020: ITV sorry for Apple TV streaming issue

One viewer said on social media they had missed 14 minutes of Wednesday's England v Denmark game. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dY4nbM

Giving up Hope for Survivors: Tears and a Moment of Silence After a Heartbreaking Decision in Surfside

A somber moment of silence marked the end of the two-week search for survivors of a Florida condominium collapse, as rescue workers stood at solemn attention and clergy members hugged a line of local officials while many of them cried. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2TS3v1k

Apple founder Steve Wozniak backs right-to-repair movement

"We wouldn't have had an Apple had I not grown up in a very open technology world," Mr Wozniak said. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i3BHPZ

Google faces new anti-trust lawsuit over app store

The tech giant faces legal action from 37 US states over its app store practices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yBYGYY

Tropical Storm Kills 1 In Florida, Hurts 10 At Georgia Base

A weakened but resilient Tropical Storm Elsa killed at least one person in Florida on Wednesday and injured several others when a possible tornado struck a campground at a Navy base in southeast Georgia. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3dRX9WQ

China divided as WeChat deletes LGBT accounts from platform

Dozens of LGBT social media accounts run by university students,were deleted without explanation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xryrEb

Tears, Prayers Mark End to Search for Miami Condo Survivors

Gates Foundation agrees break-up back-up plan

The deal would give Melinda Gates the option to resign and receive "personal resources" for further charity work. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xsxP1d

Newport Wafer Fab: Chip plant's purchase by Chinese company reviewed

Boris Johnson's national security adviser is examining the purchase of Newport Wafer Fab. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dVEJEr

How de-cluttering grew Facebook Marketplace to 1bn users

As Covid shut charity shops thrifty second-hand traders shifted online to bag a bargain, in droves. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qRHITN

Chinese ride-hailing firm Didi sued in US as shares slide

The lawsuits come after a crackdown by Beijing triggered a slump in its share price of more than 20%. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wntbQL

Coming Out of COVID, Pastors Rethink 'Engagement' With Churchgoers to Boost In-Person Attendance

With the threat of COVID-19 easing, the country continues to take steps toward reopening, however, pastors are now faced with the challenge of encouraging congregants to come back to church. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3jV0cRU

'A Bank Kicked Me Out...Froze My Debit Cards': Why Nick Vujicic Is Launching a Bank for Pro-Lifers

Evangelist and motivational speaker, Nick Vujicic, announced that he plans to start a bank that supports pro-life efforts after learning that many financial institutions donate to organizations that endorse abortions. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3jPgzzn

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM WIN: After National Backlash, IRS Grants TX Christian Non-Profit Tax-Exempt Status

The IRS has decided to back down, granting tax-exempt status to Christians Engaged, a nonprofit organization that educates and empowers Christians to be civically engaged while praying for America and our elected officials. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/36gtnH0

University of California Targets Catholic Hospitals, Tries to Force Them to Deny Their Religious Beliefs

The board of regents at the University of California (UC) has voted to cut the school system's affiliation with Catholic hospitals if they continue to stand for their religious beliefs against abortion, euthanasia, assisted suicide, and transgender procedures. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qUCxlZ

'Leaders for Their Church and Community': Promise Keepers' 2021 Men's Conference Coming to Texas' AT&T Stadium

Promise Keepers, a Christ-centered organization dedicated to helping men grow in their Christian faith, is gearing up for its 2021 men's conference at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas from July 16 - 17. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3woV3Us

Lawsuit: Man Who Sparked Treasure Hunt Retrieved Own Loot

A French treasure hunter has sued the estate of a Santa Fe, New Mexico, antiquities dealer who sparked a yearslong search across the American West by hiding a chest filled with gold, coins, and other valuables. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yvNsoL

Trump Takes Big Step to Fight Big Tech Censorship, Suing Google, Facebook, and Twitter

Former President Donald Trump announced Wednesday he is filing lawsuits against three of the country's biggest tech companies: Facebook, Twitter and Google. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qQBNhP

Trump sues Twitter, Google and Facebook alleging 'censorship'

The former president's accounts were suspended over safety concerns after the Capitol riots. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hIviJI

China's 'midnight patrol' cracks down on young gamers

Chinese gaming giant Tencent will scan gamers' faces to prevent children playing at night. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SS71bE

'We Need Help on All Ends:' Gun Violence Explodes Across US, 180 Killed During Holiday Weekend

Violence was unleashed in cities across the US over the July 4 holiday weekend. More than 180 people were killed and 516 injured in shootings across the nation. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo issued the first-in-the-nation executive order declaring gun violence in New York as a disaster emergency. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hIaguP

Microsoft fixes critical PrintNightmare bug

A patch has been issued for a serious flaw in Windows, exploited by hackers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xrAYOI

Right to repair movement gains power in US and Europe

Lawmakers and advocates want to give consumers more choice when it comes to fixing devices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jMkP2y

Biden Calls for Door-to-Door Vaccine Push as Delta Variant Raises Concerns

President Joe Biden on Tuesday pleaded with Americans to get vaccinated and unveiled a new grassroots effort to make the vaccine more accessible, including going door-to-door and visiting houses of worship. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3whPcR7

8 More Dead Pulled From Rubble Of Collapsed Florida Condo

The search for victims of the collapse of a Miami-area high-rise condominium reached its 14th day on Wednesday, with the death toll at three dozen, more than 100 people still unaccounted for and authorities sounding more and more grim. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/36im6X7

Pentagon cancels $10bn 'Jedi' contract

The US defence department is scrapping a cloud computing contract, which sparked a row between Amazon and Microsoft. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qO0OtQ

Global chip shortage: Samsung forecasts 53% jump in quarterly profit

Demand for electronic components has surged as people are shifting more of their lives online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hjkqmA

Russia hacking claims pose challenge for Biden

After a string of Russian-linked hacks, how will US President Joe Biden respond? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qSJBzi

Officials: Storm Lashing Florida Strengthens Into Hurricane

A storm that has lashed the Caribbean and the Florida Keys with pounding rain and gusty winds and complicated the search for survivors in a deadly condominium collapse has strengthened into a hurricane. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2UtMmuO

'Bless Your Pastor' Movement Encourages Church Members to Support Their Minister Through Giving

The National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) is sponsoring a campaign designed to encourage Christians and churches to show God's love for their pastors and church staff. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qQfj09

Is Your Faith in God or Government? Politics Becoming the New Religion in America

Utah Republican Governor Spencer Cox spoke out Sunday against the rise of partisanship in America over the last few years, noting "Politics is becoming religion in our country." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hE4yKd

The Great American Parent Pushback Against Critical Race Theory: School Board Recall Efforts Surge Across U.S.

By now you've seen the viral videos of parents of all races and ethnic backgrounds across the country speaking out against Critical Race Theory (CRT) being taught in their local school districts. Now, these moms and dads are pushing back. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xmsDMm

Top Trending 'Prophetic Intercession' Prayer Group Sees Miracles and Wonders on New Clubhouse App

Dr. Francina Norman of Francina Norman Ministries is spearheading what many are calling a prophetic explosion in the new Clubhouse app. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hB8mfk

This Big Development in China Is Setting Up the World for the Mark of the Beast

China is on the cusp of launching a digital currency that will give the communist regime total control over the Chinese people. The move has huge implications for the rest of the world too, and CBN's CEO Gordon Robertson says it's setting us up for the fulfillment of End Times prophecy. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qPC3gK

Nintendo Switch OLED Model gets an upgraded screen

A larger OLED screen is the main feature, with a host of other small improvements to the device. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2V8ksoB

Tropical Storm Elsa Approaches South Florida, Condo Search and Rescue Workers Stop Only for Lightning

Rescue workers face stormy conditions and an approaching tropical storm, as they work around the clock, searching for survivors at the site of the condo collapse in Surfside, Florida. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3jPmRz0

British Airways data-breach compensation claim settled

Thousands of people are to receive compensation over a 2018 data breach at British Airways. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hk4BMh

Audio editor Audacity denies spyware accusation

An update to the privacy policy of the free software, used by 100 million people, has caused alarm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ysxKux

Influencers react to Norway photo edit law: 'Welcome honesty' or a 'shortcut'?

The rule on clearly labelling posts is part of an effort to "reduce body pressure" on young people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hBGZ4J

‘There were no avatars like me so we made a game’

A lack of black characters led graphic designer Yvonne and daughter Alyssa to create a videogame. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UtETMh

Welsh semiconductor firm bought by Chinese company

Electronic firm Newport Wafer Fab began producing silicon chips in the 1980s. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3AxhVVd

Hong Kong defends privacy law after Big Tech raises concerns

An industry body has warned that tech companies could stop offering services if the new law goes ahead. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hj0rUS

What next for the NHS Covid-19 contact tracing app?

Some businesses are complaining that the app for England and Wales is issuing too many alerts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wj5oRW

Is busking on TikTok the future?

Liv Harland live streams herself on TikTok and says she makes a lot more online than on the street. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hiMA15

Bafta-nominated young game designers taking on real-world issues

Bafta's nominees for Young Game Designer of the year tackle important issues for a new generation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TCUuJy

How to get a lucrative job in cybersecurity

There's a serious shortage of IT security workers, so recruiters are fishing in a bigger pool. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VaR4y9

The Left Spent Independence Day Spewing Hate, but This Viral Video from a TX Walmart Will Inspire You

Independence Day is a time to give thanks and celebrate our American freedoms, to thank God that we live in a country founded on biblical principles that have made the USA one of the freest countries in all of human history. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3AuWap5

Remainder of Collapsed FL Condo Is Brought Down with Explosives as T.S. Elsa Threatens

With Tropical Storm Elsa barreling towards Florida, crews overnight demolished the remaining structure of the partially collapsed condo building in the town of Surfside. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xn0jJJ

Gang behind huge cyber-attack demands $70m in Bitcoin

The authors of a "colossal" ransomware attack demand the sum in Bitcoin in return for a key to unlock all files. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xinVzd

Less than half of Covid app downloads are active

Scotland's contact tracing app has 950,000 active users despite being downloaded two million times. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hf4VvS

Robot dog in dance-off with Korean boy band BTS and other news

BBC Click's Romana Kreider looks at the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3AssU2c

Covid: App showing beach crowd levels expanded

The phone app is designed to help beachgoers find less busy parts of the coastline to enjoy safely. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jDv0q0

The codes helping visually-impaired people shop

New technology that allows phones to read out labelling is about to make supermarkets much more accessible. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dDYrUZ

Didi says removal of app in China will affect business

The ride-hailing company is facing regulatory problems at home, days after its New York share launch. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hAZpCB

The philosophy behind Jeff Bezos' Amazon success

As Bezos leaves his role as CEO, those who have worked with him ponder the lessons learned. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yoRejO

Is the use of jetpacks finally about to take off?

Members of the public can now pay to fly through the air like a superhero. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36cRyG9

Can the world's biggest polluters change their ways?

The clock is ticking with less than 30 years left to tackle carbon emissions from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jEB0ip

'We Will Save America': Thousands Show up to Support Trump During Florida Rally

Thousands attended a campaign rally for Donald Trump in Sarasota, Florida on Saturday where the former president vowed to continue the tradition of the July 4th holiday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Ulk3if

In the Wake of Pandemic Overload, Here's How to Avoid Spiritual and Emotional Burnout

The Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25 makes it clear that God gives us gifts to steward for our personal ministry and outreach. God wants us to be part of his Kingdom work; he gives us a calling alongside the tools we need to fulfill it, and he expects us to steward those tools well. God takes joy in this. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/36ceo0H

Trump's New Social Media Platform 'GETTR' Launches July 4th, Says It's 'Independent from Cancel Culture'

Former President Donald Trump's team has launched a new social media platform called "GETTR," and they call it an alternative to Big Tech sites. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wimVd9

Chick-fil-A Keeps Top Spot As Americans' Favorite Fast-Food Chain

During the final week of LGBT Pride month, the American Customer Satisfaction Index revealed Chick-fil-A has — for the seventh year in a row — topped the list of Americans’ favorite fast-food chains. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hxXtLf

New Mexico Church Speaks Out After State Health Officials Rule to Uphold Fines for Christmas Eve Gathering

A church in New Mexico that was fined thousands of dollars for holding a Christmas Eve service was baffled when health officials dropped some charges but included others that weren't part of the original complaint. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3huqd7O

Death Toll in Florida Condo Collapse Now 24, Firefighter's 7-year-old Daughter Among Victims

More sad news was reported from the site of the Champlain Towers collapse in Surfside, Florida after search-and-rescue teams found the body of a Miami firefighter's 7-year-old daughter. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ApOGUa

Cali Pastor Reveals How He Followed Jesus 'Away From Gay'

Ken Williams, a pastor at Bethel Church in Redding, California, opened up in a new interview about how following Jesus led him “away from” homosexuality. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wfl3ll

Swedish Co-op supermarkets shut due to US ransomware cyber-attack

Some 500 stores are forced to close due to the ripple effects of a major cyber attack in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jFLMVC

Statue of Liberty's 'Little Sister' Travels From France to NYC's Ellis Island Ahead of Independence Day

The Statue of Liberty's "little sister" arrived in New York City, just in time for the July Fourth festivities. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2TuVYFy

'Every American Should be Free to Live and Work According to Their Conscience'

My Faith Votes recently had the opportunity to catch up with Jack Phillips, a cake artist and the owner of Masterpiece Cakeshop in Lakewood, Colorado. Phillips gained national recognition as a result of his Supreme Court case, Masterpiece Cakeshop, Ltd. v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission, which originated when Phillips refused to create a cake for a same-sex wedding in 2012. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hzMdhm

US companies hit by 'colossal' cyber-attack

A cyber-security firm says it believes the Russia-linked REvil ransomware gang is responsible. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yjX6Le

Why are Chinese tech brands flocking to Euro 2020?

Four big Chinese firms have signed up to sponsor the European football tournament this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dG85Xr

The cat with more than 50,000 social media followers

Pet influencers have become the latest social media stars with the pandemic fuelling content demand. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dCGK8z

GREG LAURIE: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Dependence

With Independence Day just around the corner, I have spent some time reflecting on the many freedoms we have as Americans. The Declaration of Independence states that we are “endowed by [our] Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” Despite our nation’s imperfections, I am thankful to live in the United States of America. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2V1Flls

Supreme Court Refuses to Decide if Christian Florist Has Religious Right to Decline Same-Sex Wedding

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to take up the case of a Christian florist whose religious beliefs prevent her from providing services for a same-sex wedding. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3684s8e

US officer plays Taylor Swift song to try to stop video

A US police officer being filmed by activists plays music on his phone in a bid to stop sharing of the clip. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3htzs8a

New Southern Baptist President Talks to CBN News: Here's His Vision for a Denomination in Troubled Times

Pastor Ed Litton has a tall order: help to unify a divided denomination while tackling some hot-button issues and a drop in membership. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2TnTgC0

Yale Student Gov't Condemns Israel in Resolution with 'Antisemitic Overtones' - Jewish Group Calls It 'Demonic'

Here's proof that some of the people who attend an Ivy League college really don't do their homework. They let someone else do it. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qG6hmq

Supreme Court Smacks Down California's Invasion of Donor Privacy in Big Blow to Cancel Culture Activists

The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down a California law that required non-profits to hand over their donor lists. In the 6-3 ruling, the court said California's attempts to get that information would invade donor privacy, violating the constitutional rights of citizens. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3jBtzs9

Facebook tests extremist content warning messages

The tech firm said pop-ups would appear for some users who may have been exposed to extremist content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qHUfZQ

Microsoft’s Windows 11 blue screen of death to become black

The new colour in the Windows 11 operating system matches the new black logon and shutdown screens. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3w6R7I4

TikTok increasing video length from one to three minutes

The social media platform says the change will allow for 'richer storytelling'. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jBjhZ5

Parents of children called Alexa challenge Amazon

Youngsters are being bullied over their name - also the default wake word for the tech firm's smart speakers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TsG4LR

How airlines will stop you losing your bags in the future

In 2019, 25.4 million bags went missing, costing the industry billions of dollars - can big data solve the problem? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jHhu4y

Biden Visits Surfside Disaster as Safety Concerns Halt Rescue Efforts

President Joe Biden has returned to Washington after visiting Surfside, Fla., where he met with family members of the missing, and first responders in the deadly condo collapse. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3AnVgLc

A Dramatic Escalation in the Ongoing Mass Exodus from Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts

A record drop in membership is plaguing the country's two most iconic youth organizations – the Boy Scouts of America and the Girl Scouts of the USA. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/368SCem

Judge Orders Release of Wisconsin Woman Who Once Stabbed Fellow 12-Year-Old in Slender Man Case

A Wisconsin judge on Thursday ordered the release of a woman convicted of stabbing her classmate to please the Slender Man character in 2014. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xaOrdG

Biological Woman Claiming to Be Male Goes Topless at Iowa Aquatic Center

A public pool complex in a small city southeast of Des Moines reportedly allowed a teenage biological female who identifies as male to walk around the facility topless. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3dwtN00

Lee Greenwood Tells CBN the Story Behind His Patriotic Hit, 'God Bless the USA'

America is poised to celebrate its birth this weekend with 4th of July festivities like fireworks, parades, and barbeques. Recording artist Lee Greenwood's patriotic song "God Bless the USA" is sure to be a part of many celebrations. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3dBvfxZ

Supreme Court Upholds Arizona's Voter Fraud Rules to Protect Election Integrity

In a major ruling limiting federal control over state-run elections, the U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday upheld two voting rules in the battleground state of Arizona to ensure the "integrity of elections." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3hnhPa8

Twitter 'troll' to pay Stephen Nolan six-figure sum in damages

The BBC presenter traced the identity of a person behind defamatory remarks about him. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dRelvF

Coding error spotted in Tim Berners-Lee NFT sale

An error has been spotted in a video displaying the original source code for the world wide web. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/363ilVv

Gas Prices Reach 7-Year High, Planes Out of Fuel as Crush of Travelers Attempt to Celebrate 4th of July

Fourteen months after a global virus brought travel to a screeching halt, the industry is about to hit a frenzied pace. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3yaLmKO

High-profile women want action to stop online abuse

More than 200 women, including former Australia prime minister Julia Gillard, write to social media chiefs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dyJDHd

Trump Organization and CFO Allen Weisselberg Expected in Court After Indictment

New York prosecutors are expected to announce the first criminal indictment Thursday in a two-year investigation into Donald Trump’s business practices, accusing his namesake company and its longtime finance chief of tax crimes related to fringe benefits for employees. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3jxZUQI

Right to repair rules will extend lifespan of products, government says

Appliances will be cheaper to run, the government says, under plans that will extend the lifespan of household goods. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TojWCj

Have we reached the era of flying cars?