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Authorities: Student Kills 3, Wounds 8 at Michigan School

A 15-year-old sophomore opened fire at his Michigan high school on Tuesday, killing three students, including a 16-year-old boy who died in a deputy’s patrol car on the way to a hospital, authorities said. Eight other people were wounded, some critically. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3pe9auo

Elon Musk jokes about whistleblowers with new Tesla product

In recent months, Tesla has faced lawsuits over alleged sexual harassment and racist abuse. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rEi0Vl

Facebook reverses Kyle Rittenhouse search policy

Facebook had blocked searches for the US teen on its platform after he was acquitted of killing two people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xHhSW3

Federal Judge Issues Nationwide Ban on Biden's COVID Vaccine Mandate for Health Care Workers

A federal judge on Tuesday issued a nationwide preliminary injunction blocking the Biden administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3d3usFp

Twitter will remove images tweeted without consent

Images or videos of private individuals posted without consent could be removed for violating rules. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lq0XlJ

'Take This Matter to the Throne of Grace': Pence Predicts Huge Pro-Life Victory at Supreme Court

Former Vice President Mike Pence believes beyond a shadow of a doubt that on-demand abortion is one of the greatest injustices in America and throughout his entire political career he has staunchly advocated that a child is a "precious gift" from God. Now, on the eve of oral arguments for the Dobbs V. Jackson case, he is predicting that Roe. V. Wade will be overturned by the Supreme Court and the law will be in the "ash heap of history where it belongs." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3G4zxKi

VA School District Reinstates Graphic Sexual Books Despite Parents' Concerns Over Pedophilia Depictions

The Fairfax County School District (FCSD) in Falls Church, Virginia, has reinstated two controversial books in its high schools. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3G2ulGI

'Praise the Lord': On Brink of Death, Elderly Man Fully Recovers After Judge Orders Hospital to Allow Ivermectin

An elderly COVID patient made a full recovery over the Thanksgiving weekend after a court ordered his hospital to give him the potentially lifesaving medication Ivermectin.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/32MyMqO

UK competition watchdog orders Meta to sell Giphy

The CMA rules Facebook's purchase of the vast Gif database unfair to competing social-media platforms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3o4dAEW

E-scooters in London: Met Police warn retailers not to exploit customers at Christmas

Thousands of e-scooters ridden illegally have been seized by police in London so far this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3E7zQ69

Parag Agrawal: India celebrates new Twitter CEO

Parag Agrawal's appointment has made headlines in India where Twitter has over 30 million users. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EcOysL

MI6 must adapt to new technology to survive, says spy chief

Richard Moore says the secret service must partner with the private sector to find new technologies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3I8X9zg

Semi-automated offsides trialled at Fifa Arab Cup and could be used at 2022 World Cup

The use of technology to help officials make more accurate offside decisions will be tested at the Fifa Arab Cup, which starts on Tuesday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3E3Ulkv

Why broken African phones are shipped to Europe

A lack of recycling facilities in Africa has spurred one Dutch company to import broken phones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3E5Gmug

Jews, Christians Unite to Invest in Israel

The ARISE 2021 Digital Summit is bringing together Christian and Jewish business leaders from all over the world to build partnerships and investments worth millions of dollars. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3lkzIJm

Amazon: Union election to be rerun after claims of foul play

Amazon workers in the US state will get a second chance to unionise in a major blow to the online giant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lnjFKV

Jack Dorsey: What's next for Twitter's co-founder?

The last time the tech visionary left Twitter, he set up another company now worth $100bn. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3o7LTet

Facial recognition firm faces possible £17m privacy fine

Clearview AI allegedly breached privacy rules and must now delete relevant photos from its records. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31fozT3

Federal Judge Blocks Biden's Vaccine Mandate for Healthcare Workers in 10 States

The Biden administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers has just been temporarily blocked for hospitals that receive federal funding within 10 states.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3o3iL7W

'I Forgive You': Widow and Congregants of Pastor Killed by Drunk Driver Shock Judge, Move Prosecutor to Tears

Family members and congregants of deceased Minnesota Pastor Verlyn Strenge openly forgave the man responsible for the late preacher’s death during a Nov. 24, hearing, shocking a judge and moving a prosecutor to tears. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/318ddA6

After Years of Big Tech Censorship, Twitter Co-Founder Jack Dorsey Stepping Down as CEO

Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey is stepping down as CEO of the social media platform, and investors couldn't be happier. Dorsey was at the helm when Twitter banned President Trump and censored other conservatives.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xCTYek

She 'Danced Home to Jesus': Waukesha Parade Victim Laid to Rest, Restaurant Holds Fundraiser for Families of Victims

One of the victims of last week's brazen Christmas parade attack in Waukesha, Wisconsin, is being laid to rest Monday.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3EadAsw

Openly Trans Man Competing for Title of Miss USA, Critics Say 'Wrong on All Levels'

For the first time a transgender person is competing for the title of Miss USA.  Kataluna Enriquez, 27, who is openly transgender, first made history after beating out 21 other candidates in Nevada to win the crown of Miss Nevada back in June.   Enriquez will now represent the Silver State at the 2021 Miss USA pageant that will be held Monday, Nov. 29 in Tulsa, Okla., for a chance to be crowned Miss USA. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3lmggMf

'Smash and Grab' Mob Thefts Rage Across US as Progressive DA's Won't Prosecute Shoplifting

The Christmas shopping season is being marred by a new crime wave hitting America's cities as "smash and grab" attacks escalated at stores across the country on Black Friday and over the weekend. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3D2AAIz

China surveillance of journalists to use 'traffic-light' system

Documents detail how one province is making a facial-recognition system to spot "people of concern". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cZIhF2

Twitter founder Jack Dorsey expected to step down as chief executive - reports

The founder and chief executive will step down from leading the company, media reports say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3D5mKVZ

Nissan boss warns no end in sight to global chip shortage

The Omicron variant could exacerbate the shortage of chips used in cars, Makoto Uchida tells the BBC. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3I5YjLB

Banksy-inspired NFT drives 'seismic' change in art world

The owner of the NFT of 'Warning Sign' will also own a 5% equity stake in the physical artwork. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rdbN2j

Online sellers 'hotbed' for dangerous items experts warn

Fire services and safety experts ask the government to reform laws to hold shopping sites accountable. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nXv71n

Today's Man: An Abominable Snowman

Where are men today? It seems like we're not around. The Abominable Snowman made footprints everywhere but was nowhere to be found. Most men seem like Abominable Snowmen. Leaving an imprint, but nowhere to be found. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nYIEWl

Salvation Army Takes Aim at White Christians, Tries to Clarify 'Racism' Guide That Appears to Push CRT

This is normally the time of year when Salvation Army Santas stand outside stores with their red kettles, hoping to inspire goodwill while ringing bells and asking for donations. But this year the aid group is under fire for accusations of wokeness because some critics say it's promoting Critical Race Theory and labeling the church and white Americans as racist. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3D0D9La

Roe v. Wade in the Balance: What you Need to Know About Dobbs v. Jackson

Capitol Hill police expect up to 20,000 protestors on the morning of December 1, a historic turnout of pro-life and pro-choice advocacy that will likely result in a larger crowd than any Supreme Court demonstration ever. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cYSqS5

'Oh, My WORD!': Pastors in Total Shock as Deer Breaks Into Church Sanctuary

Pastors at Grace Christian Fellowship in Sturgis, Michigan, were in for the surprise of a lifetime when they arrived at the house of worship earlier this month and immediately noticed something was awry. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3p0RaDy

‘I’m blind but technology helps me animate’

Elodie Bateson, 11, from Limavady who is blind has become an expert at making short animated movies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3HZS8Zx

Candace Owens Raises $250,000 for VA Police Officer Who Was Fired for Donating to Rittenhouse Fund

A Virginia police officer, who was fired for anonymously donating to a fund for Kyle Rittenhouse, received a check for over $200,000 from conservative commentator Candace Owens. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3p5u6Uv

'America Is at a Defining Moment': Join Family Research Council Pro-Life Prayer Event for Big Supreme Court Case

As America's ongoing battle over abortion reaches a critical turning point, pro-life leaders from across the country will gather in Jackson, Mississippi this Sunday for a nationwide prayer event hosted by the Family Research Council (FRC).  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3FVV3R0

Colorado Drops 'Sex Offender' Term Because It Has 'Negative Impacts' on Those Who Commit Sexual Crimes

Colorado is doing away with the term “sex offender” because it’s stigmatizing to those who have committed sexual crimes. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cTJqOo

California Teachers Reportedly Urge Recruiting Kids Into LGBT Clubs

During an October meeting at a conference of the largest teachers union in California — the California Teachers Association — speakers urged teachers to recruit students into LGBT clubs, according to a report from Abigail Shrier, author of “Irreversible Damage: The Transgender Craze Seducing Our Daughters.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3FRFx8R

What is artificial intelligence and why is it important?

Many recent big advances in tech have one key thing at the heart of then: artificial intelligence. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3126Aze

What are algorithms and how do they work?

A huge amount of our lives is influenced by algorithms. Here's how they work. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/313MgxP

What are quantum computers and what are they used for?

Companies around the world are racing to create a new generation of computers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ldnkLj

Bitcoin: What are crypto-currencies?

Fans of crypto-currencies say they are the future of money - but at what cost? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cZWXUh

How do you turn off the internet?

How easy would it be for a government to block one of the biggest sources of news and information? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xrLHK3

Amazon protests: 13 arrested as Extinction Rebellion targets retailer

Extinction Rebellion targets 13 sites in the UK on the retail giant's busiest day of the year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DWEfsP

Stores Kick Off Black Friday But Pandemic Woes Linger

Retailers are expected to usher in the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season Friday with bigger crowds than last year in a closer step toward normalcy. But the fallout from the pandemic continues to weigh on businesses and shoppers' minds. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nUph0H

Mr Goxx, the cryptocurrency-trading hamster, dies

The rodent famous for his financial portfolio and trading cage died peacefully on Tuesday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nRVHcm

Mobile phone museum celebrates ugly and iconic phones

A new museum showcasing more than 2,000 retro mobile phones launches online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xoiRdz

'World's fastest' all-electric plane and other tech news

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

Black Friday: Will you get the tech you want for Christmas?

Bargain hunters could be disappointed this year, especially if they are hoping to buy a games console. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cUrz9G

Chinese tech giant Tencent told to suspend new app roll outs

It comes as China's technology industry regulator reviews compliance with new privacy rules. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3HUfdNh

Spotify tests TikTok-like vertical video feature

The music streaming giant is experimenting on iPhone to let users move through clips quickly. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3HVRZpW

Amazon workers plan Black Friday strikes

Strikes or protests are planned in 20 countries, on one of the busiest days of the year for retail. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3CLZyMl

Cosmetic surgery social ads banned for under-18s

The UK advertising watchdog says the rules will come into force from May next year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xmj0xT

Pompeii fresco puzzle to get help from robots

Image recognition will be used to help re-build the past piece by piece. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DRjH4Z

US blacklists a dozen more Chinese tech firms citing national security

The move comes as tensions grow between the US and China over the status of Taiwan and trade issues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3111bsD

How to be Thankful When Times are Tough

The Apostle Paul provides a solution. In essence, he tells us to stop and recognize that Jesus reigns supreme. When we do, we can be assured that regardless of what is swirling around us, God is all-powerful and is actively watching for opportunities to help us. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/30RbFLb

'God has a Plan for These Children': 40 Days for Life Celebrates 20,000 Babies Saved From Abortion

Pro-life campaign 40 Days for Life shared a major milestone on Nov. 19 by announcing that 20,000 babies have been rescued from abortion since 2007. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nN0742

'They Wanted to Worship Jesus': Documentary Examines Pilgrims Journey to America, Pursuit of Religious Freedom

The English settlers who came to North America on the Mayflower in 1620 faced many hardships but believed that religious freedom and liberty were worth dying for.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3r83Uey

All 3 Men Charged in Arbery's Death Convicted of Murder

All three white men charged in the death of Ahmaud Arbery were convicted of murder Wednesday in the fatal shooting that became part of a larger national reckoning on racial injustice. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3p1afp8

Indian government set to ban cryptocurrencies

The latest draft of a government bill to be submitted in India aims to ban most cryptocurrencies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cNkkR7

This Is Going to Be One of the Most Expensive Holidays on Record

From sticker shock at the grocery store to the pain at the gas pump, the cost of Thanksgiving dinner and holiday travel will be more expensive than ever this year. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3oUj1FK

Huge fines and a ban on default passwords in new UK law

New rules are introduced to make internet-connected home devices less likely to be hacked. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FGC112

Apple digital-ID scheme delayed to 2022

The delay follows Apple announcing it wanted "sole control" over how US states rolled out the feature. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3CPs7se

NFT or non-fungible token is Collins Dictionary's word of the year

"Neopronoun", "cheugy" and "climate anxiety" also make this year's list. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xkXDNJ

Tolkien estate blocks JRR Token crypto-currency

Lawyers representing the estate said the product, launched in August, infringed the author's trademark. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3l0xi2r

Jury Awards $26M in Damages for Unite the Right Violence

A jury ordered 17 white nationalist leaders and organizations to pay more than $26 million in damages Tuesday over the violence that erupted during the deadly 2017 Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville in 2017. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2ZjKYhp

Apple sues Israeli spyware firm NSO Group

Apple is the latest in a string of firms and governments to go after the hacking tool firm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30VSYpx

Child is 6th Death in Waukesha Parade Crash; Suspect Charged

An 8-year-old boy became the sixth person to die Tuesday as a result of a man driving his SUV into a suburban Milwaukee Christmas parade, with a criminal complaint alleging that the suspect in the case steered side-to-side with the intent of striking marchers and spectators. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3l5jYKa

Samsung chooses Texas as site of new $17bn chip plant

The announcement comes as the US government has been calling on firms to tackle supply chain issues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30QUjgY

Dollar Tree Makes it Official: Items Will Now Cost $1.25

Faced with the rising cost of goods and freight, discount retail chain Dollar Tree said Tuesday it will be raising its prices to $1.25 for the majority of its products. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cOlED3

VA Teacher Who Battled School Board Over Transgender Policy Tells CBN News: Teachers Need to 'Voice' Their Opinion

Tanner Cross is speaking out after the school board of the Loudoun County Public Schools agreed to reinstate him. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3oOkjBO

NASA vs. the Asteroids: How the US Space Program Plans to Defend Earth with a Kamikaze Attack

Up until now, it has mainly just been a good plot for science fiction movies. But NASA is taking the threat of asteroids more seriously than ever, so it will launch its first planetary defense test mission, the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) Tuesday night.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3DOeVoC

Could This be Someone's First Thanksgiving Being Thankful?

As we reflect on the ways we’ve been blessed, let’s also catch that spirit of selflessness. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3DOCZaT

Jury Gets Case of White Men Charged in Ahmaud Arbery's Death

The case of three white men charged with murder in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery went to the jury Tuesday after a nearly two-week trial in which prosecutors argued that the defendants provoked the fatal confrontation and defense attorneys insisted their clients acted in self-defense. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cNCBNX

Leaked HHS Memo Reveals Biden Admin Seeks to Strip Americans of Religious Protections

A leaked memo from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reveals plans by the Biden administration to make changes to Americans' First Amendment rights and other religious liberty protections.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3DPvAbm

Using Taxpayer Money, CA High School Plans to Build 'All-Gender Locker Room'

The Long Beach Unified School District in California has announced plans to build a new aquatic center and an "all-gender" locker room at Wilson High School in Long Beach next summer.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3FMZduN

Crypto US constitution bidder refunds hit by high fees

Investors in an ill-fated scheme to buy the rare US document are being offered refunds with a catch. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FMQQiR

Italy fines Apple and Amazon over Beats headphones

Italy's competition authority fines the tech giants €200m over an exclusivity agreement. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xgfIMI

US to Release 50 Million Barrels of Oil to Ease Energy Costs

The White House on Tuesday said it had ordered 50 million barrels of oil released from the strategic reserve to bring down energy costs, in coordination with other countries including China. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3CK67yM

Wisconsin Community Holds Prayer Vigil for Parade Victims Killed by Driver with a Long Rap Sheet

The community of Waukesha, Wisconsin is mourning the loss of fellow citizens, friends, and family, gathering for a prayer vigil Monday night not far from the scene of the tragedy.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cCIoWO

AO World warns of product shortages this Christmas

Electricals retailer AO World says games consoles and iPhones are among products in short supply. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FJ0seu

Uber takes its first step into the cannabis market

Customers will be able to place orders on the app then pick them up at nearby stores within an hour. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cVflOt

VR helps parents visualise child's surgery

Click discovers how VR helps parents decide whether to go through with surgery for their child. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nEZlWN

Trial in Ahmaud Arbery's Killing Nears Going to the Jury

Final steps in the trial of three white men charged in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery were scheduled Tuesday before the case of the 25-year-old Black man's death goes to the jury. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nIBky3

Trial in Ahmaud Arbery's Killing Nears Going to the Jury

Final steps in the trial of three white men charged in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery were scheduled Tuesday before the case of the 25-year-old Black man's death goes to the jury. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nIBky3

Atom Bank introduces four-day work week without cutting in pay

Atom Bank has cut its staff's hours by 10% without reducing their pay in a bid to improve wellbeing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nFAzWE

Overturn Roe v. Wade? Why Pro-Life Advocates Think It Might Happen This Time

On Dec. 1, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in the abortion case that some say is the most important since the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nGlGmL

Lush to stop its social media until it's 'safer'

The firm says it will close accounts "in an effort to address consumers’ mental health challenges". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3r1V8yo

Can South Africa embrace renewable energy from the sun?

South Africa's main electricity company Eskom plans to switch from using coal to renewable energy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3l338eP

39-Yr-Old Darrell Brooks Charged With 5 Counts of Homicide After Deadly Wisconsin Parade

The police have released new information about the suspect in the Wisconsin parade that turned deadly over the weekend when a red SUV charged into the crowd of revelers and killed five people ages 52 to 81 years old.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3DJgVyy

Study: Majority of Americans Say Parents Should be Informed of 'Inappropriate Content' Taught to Kids, Have Way to Opt Out

A new survey released by the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty addresses the topic of education and whether parents or school administrators should have the final word on the curriculum being taught to children. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kYDZSB

Target to Keep Stores Closed on Thanksgiving for Good

Target will no longer open its stores on Thanksgiving Day, making permanent a shift to the unofficial start of the holiday season that was suspended during the pandemic. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3CI0AZq

Overturn Roe v. Wade? Why Pro-Life Advocates Suggest It Might Happen This Time

On Dec. 1, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in the abortion case that some say is the most important since the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3FBmTlA

'I'm Thankful That God's Love Sustained Me': Christian Florist Concludes Lengthy Court Battle with Same-Sex Couple

A Christian florist has agreed to settle her legal battle with a same-sex couple, ending a case that has lasted nearly a decade. The couple sued Barronelle Stutzman for refusing to provide her floral services for their wedding. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cCIdL3

October Existing Home Sales Hit Fastest Pace Since January

Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes ticked higher in October, marking their strongest annual pace since January even as competition for relatively few properties on the market pushed prices higher. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/32d28y7

‘Please Pray’: Invocations Take Center Stage as Nation Mourns Horrific Tragedy in Waukesha

Tears, shock and pain abound as officials continue to piece together the tragic events that unfolded in Waukesha, Wisconsin, on Sunday evening, when a vehicle struck a Christmas parade, killing at least five and injuring more than 40 others. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3FzWGDW

Some Journalists Identify Driver of SUV That Hit Wisconsin Christmas Parade, Killing 5, Injuring Dozens

A joyous scene of marching bands and children dancing in Santa hats turned deadly in an instant Sunday afternoon when a Red Ford Escape mowed through police barricades before slamming into dozens of marchers. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3CH78re

Facebook and Instagram encryption plans delayed by Meta until 2023

Meta's plans to protect messages on the platforms are put back until 2023 in a row over child safety. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3czlDmH

TikTok school abuse: Teachers quitting over paedophile slurs

One school says it called in the police over "very upsetting" allegations on the video-sharing app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oIFcOW

Will printable solar cells reshape buildings?

Lara Lewington visits the labs which have some of the latest innovations in solar energy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nEKeN1

New homes in England to have electric car chargers by law

Charging points will also be required in new supermarkets and workplaces in England under government plans. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kWxkIH

Homeless in Cornwall offered laptops by council

Cornwall Council says it is "vital" people without access to the internet are "not left behind". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xcwSKZ

Jury in Ahmaud Arbery Death Trial to Hear Closing Arguments

Attorneys were scheduled to give closing arguments Monday in the murder trial of three white men charged in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery, whose death became part of a broader reckoning on racial injustice in the criminal legal system. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Z8Ob36

El Salvador Bitcoin city planned at base of Conchagua volcano

Funded by the cryptocurrency, it will use the volcano's energy to power mining, the president says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3HHx3D6

Police charge Amazon India executives in drug smuggling case

It comes after two men allegedly used the company's website as part of a drug smuggling operation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kZZkLg

Police: 'Some' Killed When SUV Hits Christmas Parade

An SUV driver sped through a police line and into a parade of Christmas marchers on Sunday, hitting more than 20 adults and children in a horrifying scene captured by the city’s livestream and the cellphones of onlookers. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cC54GI

WhatsApp privacy policy tweaked in Europe after record fine

WhatsApp is rewriting policies to comply with regulator demands after being issued an enormous fine. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cBFcL6

The 99-year-old cyclist who has won a world silver medal

How a former World War Two pilot came second in a cycling competition for older people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kWCLY0

Supreme Court Decision on Texas Heartbeat Law Could Come This Week

Aborting a baby with a heartbeat is currently a crime in the state of Texas, but many are wondering when the Supreme Court will issue a final ruling on the law. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3x6e8Nq

'It Was Insane': Dozens of Looters in Ski Masks Ransack CA Nordstrom

Dozens of looters wearing ski masks ripped off a department store in California Saturday night with one bystander comparing it to "a scene out of a movie." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3r3anaF

'Sheer Panic': Elderly Man's Life Saved With Just Moments to Spare When Rescuers Happen to Be in 'Right Place at the Right Time'

Rescue divers were truly in the “right place at the right time” when an elderly man’s car drove off a Maryland dock and quickly began sinking into the water, WJZ-TV reported. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cAZc0k

'We Must Regain Respect': Denver Archbishop Condemns Spike in Church Vandalism

Archbishop Samuel Aquila of Denver denounced the rise in vandalism against Catholic property in the last year, calling it a "spiritual crisis." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Z9CKZ9

CA Teacher Tells Group of High School Students to 'Jump Off a Bridge' After They Displayed an Anti-Biden Flag

An elementary school teacher in California has caused quite a stir since posting a video to Instagram where she urged members of a conservative high school club to go "jump off a bridge" because one student waved a "f*** Biden" flag during a rally. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3xfhoGo

Museum of the Bible Kicks Off National Bible Week at DC's Iconic National Mall

Museum of the Bible, located in our nation's capital, is giving away "Global Impact Bibles" at David's Tent DC on the National Mall this weekend. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/329Gdb4

Bride Who Is Paralyzed Shocks Groom and Her Entire Wedding Party by Walking Down the Aisle

A woman recently delivered the ultimate surprise to her husband-to-be on the couple’s wedding day: she got out of her wheelchair and walked down the aisle. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3DJ0UsA

Rittenhouse Riots, Public Officials Send Mixed Messages Over Verdict

A riot broke out in Portland, Oregon Friday night after a jury cleared Kyle Rittenhouse of all charges related to the shooting deaths of two people last year. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3HCxmz5

Unexpected Hospitality: Thanksgiving is a Time to Radically Love Those Unlike Us

More spiritually-attentive gatherings may make time for each individual to share how God has blessed them in the past year. It is a celebration of our family and friends’ experience of sufficiency and plenty. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3oP3rea

Theranos trial: Elizabeth Holmes makes surprise testimony

Elizabeth Holmes, the ex-boss of blood testing company Theranos, took the stand in her defence. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DCBBbl

Tesla drivers left unable to start their cars after outage

The carmaker's CEO Elon Musk says its app is coming back online after many owners reported an error. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30Kju4A

New Movement Offers a Biblical Model for Racial Unity

Unafraid to step on the "third rail," churches and ministry leaders confront the sin of racism in a new nationwide movement toward biblical unity. They say the only place to successfully begin is the Word of God.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3HDzvKP

FDA Says It Needs 55 Years to Release Pfizer's COVID Vax Data to Public - It Took 108 Days to Approve the Shot

Responding to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request made back in August, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration told a federal judge it first wants to take 55 years to review the data it used in licensing Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3csZGWj

Kyle Rittenhouse Not Guilty, Cleared of All Charges in Kenosha Shootings

Kyle Rittenhouse cleared of all charges in shootings that intensified debate over vigilantism, guns and racial injustice. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3DyM1sw

'Piracy' website offers NFT art as free downloads

An artist creates a website that lets people download "every NFT" on the Ethereum blockchain. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DC4a8K

'Justice Has Finally Prevailed': Pro-Life Church Members Celebrate Victory After Former NY AG Accused Them of Violence

Pro-life advocates of a Brooklyn-based church are celebrating a victory after a nearly five-year legal battle against the state of New York.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/30PAzKS

Biden Temporarily Transfers Presidential Power to Harris for Medical Tests

President Joe Biden will briefly transfer power to Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday when he undergoes a “routine colonoscopy" at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, the White House said. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cztfVW

'We Want People to Know Jesus Better': App Will Bring Bible to Life for Dyslexic People and Others Who Can't Read

A new Christian Bible platform is setting out to help the more than 75 million Americans who struggle to read God's Word.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3HzmYrM

Facebook gives users 'more control' over news feed

Facebook says it is testing controls to let users see more content from friends and less from groups. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3CrS3tK

Booster vaccines to be added to NHS Covid Pass for travel

People in England will be able to prove they have had a third dose, enabling travel to some countries. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3HAvGWO

Pets can ring owners with DogPhone and other tech news

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

Six million Sky routers had serious security flaw

The issue, which could have let hackers take over home networks, took 18 months to fix, researchers say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FuvDKm

Nadine Dorries: Culture secretary says social media has been hijacked

The culture secretary says she doesn't want "to charge out on a culture war battle" in her new role. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FxQJHQ

Alibaba: Shares dive after China spending slowdown warning

The tech giant forecast its annual revenue would grow at the slowest pace since its 2014 market debut. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3HzJJMi

Oklahoma Governor Grants Clemency, Spares Julius Jones' Life

Oklahoma's governor spared the life of Julius Jones on Thursday, just hours before his scheduled execution that had drawn widespread outcry and protests over doubts about his guilt in the slaying of a businessman more than 20 years ago. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3Fzyf9P

Crypto bid to buy US constitution copy at auction fails

ConsitutionDAO said it wanted to put the document "in the hands of the people". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FvBU8t

Facebook tells LA police to stop spying on users with fake accounts

Meta said using third party firms to collect data on Facebook users for surveillance was prohibited. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oB7quY

The small nuclear power plants billed as an energy fix

A host of firms are developing mini nuclear reactors but questions remain over safety and costs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3x04vzE

Instagram: US states investigate how platform targets children

A bipartisan group will investigate whether consumer protection laws for children were violated. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kLbO9F

Climate change: Conspiracy theories found on foreign-language Wikipedia

Pages in languages other than English wrongly suggest scientists are divided over the causes of global warming. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oENGXu

Rittenhouse Jury Deliberates for Third Day Without a Verdict

The jury at Kyle Rittenhouse’s murder trial deliberated for a third day without reaching a verdict Thursday, while the judge banned MSNBC from the courthouse after a freelancer for the network was accused of following the jurors in their bus. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3x10rz4

As Thanksgiving Approaches, Will Rising Costs, Supply Chain Issues Spoil the Holidays?

Thanksgiving is one week away and the holidays just might be spoiled due to rising costs and supply chain issues.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kMc87R

LGBTQ+ Pride Group Stages 'Drag Show' in Georgia Church

A gay pride organization at Emory University recently held its annual drag show in a Methodist church affiliated with the Atlanta, Georgia, university.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kPurtb

'A God Thing': They Adopted a Severely Handicapped Baby Despite Doctors' Warnings, and It Changed Everything

In the early 1990's, a young dentist named John Cranham and his wife Kim wanted to start a family but were having trouble getting pregnant. Then, something happened. Kim worked with sick and premature babies at a local hospital and fell in love with one of her little patients, Cornell – a victim of his mother's drug use. Kim wanted to bring Cornell home although John wasn't there –  yet. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nuVJXu

'They She HE Me; Free to Be!'- K Thru 5 Kids in CT Elementary School Being Taught Transgenderism

A school district in West Hartford, Connecticut is teaching students as young as kindergarten "social emotional learning through an equity lens" in which the educational program teaches elementary students a set of "social justice standards." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nqgyDf

Could Californians Go to Jail for Misgendering? State Supreme Court Weighs 'Preferred Pronouns' Law

The debate over preferred pronouns is kicking into high gear in California, with the state’s Supreme Court slated to hear a consequential case surrounding “misgendering.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nqBlXo

Crypto adverts on London Tube under investigation

The advertising watchdog says it is part of a wider look at the way cryptocurrency is advertised. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DvOC6C

UK and US join forces to strike back in cyber-space

Combined "enduring" operations will use the "full range of capabilities", the two nations say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30Eww40

'I'll…Keep Killing Babies': Women Caught on Camera Purportedly Defacing Pro-Life Display While Hurling Expletives

Campus authorities have reportedly launched an investigation after at least two individuals allegedly defaced a pro-life memorial at St. Louis University in Missouri. A video posted by Students for Life appears to show two women kicking, trampling, and ripping up red flags planted in an effort to remember the lives of the unborn as part of the Cemetery of the Innocents project. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kNPYCs

'Fatally Flawed': OSHA Halts Biden's Vaccine Mandate, Pfizer Seeks to Release COVID Pill

The Food and Drug Administration is set to expand COVID-19 vaccine booster shots to all adults and Pfizer is asking federal regulators to authorize its new COVID pill. The moves come as cases of coronavirus are on the rise again across the country and the president's controversial vaccine mandate faces an uphill court battle.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ozkJvK

Rural broadband: Residents miss out on NI scheme

Project Stratum promises to deliver full-fibre broadband to rural properties in Northern Ireland. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/326NJDz

Paytm: Shares plunge in India's biggest ever market debut

Paytm, which counts Chinese giant Ant among its backers, raised $2.5bn in its IPO. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qM02iW

The mums using Instagram to offer advice to new parents

Covid has led to an increase in parenting gurus using social media to support new mums and dads. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kNCN4f

Arbery's Shooter Back on Stand As Black Pastors Plan Rally

The man who fatally shot Ahmaud Arbery faces cross-examination by prosecutors Thursday, while a large group of Black ministers planned to rally outside the courthouse in support of Arbery’s family. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/30yeUXp

'Blatant Government Overreach': OSHA Suspends Biden's COVID Vaccine Mandate for Businesses

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has put a hold on enforcing the Biden administration's vaccine mandate for private employers after a federal appeals court stopped the measure last week. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/321Nxpa

Dr. Who Developed Successful Treatment for Sepsis Sues Hospital for Right to Treat COVID Patients with Ivermectin

An internationally acclaimed doctor from Norfolk, Virginia is suing Sentara hospitals for banning the use of certain drugs in the treatment of its COVID-19 patients.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nqPpjv

Rise of the Machines: Are We Entering 'Dangerous Territory' with Machines That Replace God?

High-tech and artificial intelligence are fast becoming a big part of our daily lives. Author Wallace Henley says if we are not careful, American society could easily enter into 'dangerous territory,' a less human world that forgets the preeminence of God.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wUl549

Reawaken America Tour Faces Pushback for Politics in Church & Call for National Religion

A movement called the Reawaken America tour has hosted sell-out crowds in the thousands at churches and other venues across the country this year, offering a controversial mix of worship, medical advice, and politics.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wZXteu

Abraham's Table: 13-Year-Old Uses Make-A-Wish Gift to Help Feed the Homeless

A 13-year-old boy who needed a bone marrow transplant due to a rare blood disorder decided to use his Make-A-Wish gift in a way that would help others. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3HGsZ6a

Crypto bid to buy US constitution print raises millions

A group called ConstitutionDAO is crowd-funding an auction bid, but there are concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DuIo6Q

'100% Led by God': Iowa Teacher Gives Desks, Hope Chests to Children Through 'Woodworking With a Purpose'

"I've always wanted to help kids ... that's why I became a teacher. Education was my ministry. In the last year or so, God has truly revealed Himself to me." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3Drcd8x

Apple announces self-service repair scheme in win for campaigners

Users with the know-how will be able to order and replace iPhone screens and parts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FsN91h

FBI Email Reveals Counterterror Official Did Create a Special 'Tag' to Track Parental 'Threats' to School Boards

There's fresh concern that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) appears to now be using terrorist-tracking tools to track parents who have spoken out at local school board meetings.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kKzo6v

Bobby Kotick: Activision Blizzard employees call for boss to step down

After a newspaper report levels fresh allegations, employees call for Bobby Kotick to step down. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3CqQXOW

Star Trek Discovery fans angry as new season is pulled days before launch

Star Trek: Discovery's fourth season was due to launch outside North America on Netflix on Friday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32akTCt

Ding Ding! Crazy Frog to make a comeback in December

The infuriatingly infectious amphibian topped the charts around the world in 2005 with Axel F. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3CoDNlA

Rubbish sifting robots recycle demolition waste

A recycling plant is using machines to stop valuable materials in building waste being incinerated. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YUSb7n

Amazon to stop accepting Visa credit cards in UK

The online giant says high Visa fees mean it won't process credit card transactions from 19 January. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FrAtHY

LA's Staples Center to be renamed after cryptocurrency firm

The Staples Center in Los Angeles will be renamed the Crypto.com Arena in a $700 million deal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3np73nQ

Judge Vets Potential Jurors for Ghislaine Maxwell Trial

Prospective jurors got their first glimpse of Ghislaine Maxwell, the British socialite charged with helping Jeffrey Epstein sexually abuse girls and women, when a judge began questioning them individually Tuesday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3oDBKVD

Rittenhouse Jurors to Return For Day 2 of Deliberations

Jurors weighing charges against Kyle Rittenhouse were to return Wednesday for a second day of deliberations in his murder trial, after they failed to reach a swift verdict on whether he was the instigator in a night of bloodshed in Kenosha or a concerned citizen who came under attack while trying to protect property. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3CmZUJ6

US Northwest, Canada Devastated by Flood, 1 Death Reported

As many parts of western Washington began drying out Tuesday after a storm that dumped rain for days, waters in some areas continued rising, more people were urged to evacuate and crews worked to restore power and reopen roads. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qJOuNf

TikTok takes extra steps to curb dangerous challenges

The company has also highlighted the negative impact of online hoaxes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cmGGZj

Vaccine research among cyber attack targets

The UK's National Cyber Security Centre says it dealt with a record 777 incidents in the last year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YZ4bos

Dyson Award winners: Glaucoma glove and bottle scanner

A device to stem blood loss from stab wounds, which won the UK award, also received an international prize. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cjUBzt

Evil Corp: 'My hunt for the world's most wanted hackers'

The BBC’s Joe Tidy goes to Russia in search of men on the FBI’s cyber most wanted list. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FoAyMQ

New Barna Survey Finds That 38% of US Pastors Have Considered Leaving Ministry

The great resignation plaguing our nation is reaching into churches on an alarming level.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kE1noj

Meat Prices Skyrocket as Perfect Storm of Problems Spikes Everything from Pork to Poultry

Rising costs of labor, transportation, and grain are hitting many meat companies hard, and that will hit Americans hard at the grocery store.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3FhBrGI

Arm-Nvidia deal: UK orders further inquiry

The UK's competition watchdog is told to investigate the proposed takeover further. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qJEOlK

Student Sues School District After Football Suspension for Saying There Are 'Only Two Genders'

A high school freshman in New Hampshire was suspended from playing football in September for sharing his views on gender with another student. Now the athlete's family is suing the school district for violating his constitutional right to free speech. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3oDxC8j

'I Serve God First': Teacher Wins Trans Dispute with Loudoun County School Board, Lawsuit Over Policy Goes On

The Loudoun County School Board has agreed to a permanent injunction prohibiting it from retaliating against Leesburg Elementary School teacher Tanner Cross for expressing his constitutionally protected views on the board's transgender policy.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ox3ATK

CA School Board Unanimously Votes to Defy Gavin Newsom's Vax Mandate for All Students, Staff

Another California school board has voted to stand up to Gov. Gavin Newsom, unanimously rejecting the state's vaccine mandate for students or staff.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qKdzb2

DC Church Gives 250 Drivers Free Fuel During 'Gas on God' Event, 8 Customers Accept Christ

Members of one Washington, D.C. church helped 250 drivers put gas in their vehicles Saturday and witnessed eight people give their lives to Christ. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kKxmTJ

Halo Infinite given early multiplayer launch for 20th anniversary

Microsoft releases the free multiplayer part of its latest title three weeks early. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3HrPNGp

Tensions Flare in Arbery Death Trial as Jesse Jackson Visits

A judge denied mistrial requests Monday at the trial of three white men charged with murdering Ahmaud Arbery after defense attorneys claimed jurors were tainted by weeping from the gallery where the slain Black man's parents sat with the Rev. Jesse Jackson. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3FhRtR9

Jury to Begin Deliberations At Kyle Rittenhouse Murder Trial

Jurors will begin deliberations Tuesday at Kyle Rittenhouse's murder trial after two weeks of testimony in which prosecutors and defense attorneys painted starkly different pictures of his actions the night he shot three men on the streets of Kenosha. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wQlww2

Google: US technology giant to invest $740m in Australia

The firm says it will create 6,000 jobs as it builds a research hub and expands its cloud capacity. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oygl0b

How smart tech is supporting smallholders in South Africa

Small farms in Africa struggle to compete with commercial agriculture - can new platforms help? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qGLVLO

Catholic Bishops Debate Holy Communion Rules That Could Affect Biden

President Biden's ability to receive communion is back in the headlines. Kicking off a conference in Baltimore today, U.S. Bishops are expected to vote this week on a document clarifying the meaning of Holy Communion, a sacrament central to the Catholic faith. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/31UTu7i

Do Hippos Now Have More Rights Than Unborn Humans? Here's the Shocking Ruling from US Federal Court

A pro-life group is speaking out against a recent U.S. federal court ruling, acknowledging a group of hippopotamuses as "interested persons" that now have legal rights. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cvIqzP

'Nonbinary' ODU Professor Calls for 'Destigmatizing' Pedophilia

Allyn Walker, an assistant professor at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, is arguing “minor-attracted people” — those sexually drawn to children under the age of 18 — should not be ostracized for their attractions, suggesting such urgings are OK, so long as they are not acted upon. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3niLEgb

SC Gov Orders Investigation of All School Libraries After 'Gender Queer' Book Found with 'Pornographic' Images

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has asked State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman to perform a systemic review of "inappropriate" materials in the state's schools after a book containing explicit illustrations of sexual acts was discovered in a local high school library. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qBQl6N

Gigabit broadband: Internet seen as top homebuyer priority

A survey of estate agents indicates a boom in questions about internet speeds before buying. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wMV3jc

'A Win for Religious Freedom': OK Judge Blocks Healthcare Provider from Firing Workers Seeking Religious Exemption

A judge granted the state of Oklahoma a temporary restraining order Friday stopping Ascension Healthcare from firing workers who had been denied religious exemptions from the company's employee vaccination mandate.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3CgTKdu

Online hate speech rose 20% during pandemic: 'We've normalised it'

A new report by charity Ditch the Label analysed 263 million conversations between 2019 and 2021. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oz2nuU

Atheists Claim ‘Victory’ After Demanding Texas School Stop Helping Franklin Graham’s ‘Operation Christmas Child’

Atheist activists with the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) are celebrating “victory” for purportedly stopping a Texas school from participating in Operation Christmas Child, an annual charity created by Christian relief agency Samaritan’s Purse. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3FcyYxk

Apple digital ID scheme comes with conditions and costs

Apple's digital driver's licence scheme has strict stipulations and may costs taxpayers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ne0C74

Xbox at 20: The story of where gaming goes next

Xbox boss Phil Spencer talks to BBC podcast Press X to Continue on the console's 20th anniversary. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30v5Anl

FBI probes cyber-attack emails sent from internal server

The agency is investigating after thousands of messages were sent warning of a possible cyber-attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kzBIwY

The robots behind the bar that want to pull your next pint

A growing number of tech firms have developed robots the say could replace bar staff. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30m7NkL

Lake-Effect Snow Machine to Fire up Early This Week

In the wake of an Alberta clipper that brought snow to the Great Lakes on Sunday morning and will bring snow to the interior Northeast on Sunday afternoon and evening, AccuWeather meteorologists say that will not be the end of the snow. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3omlVm4

'God Has Been So Good': Nearly 100-Year-Old WWII Combat Vet and Pastor Who Continues to Preach Credits Jesus

A Texas pastor and veteran who served in World War II and has inspired thousands with his perseverance is crediting Jesus for his longevity. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nmN6yd

'There's a Train Coming!' Hero Rescues Unconscious Man From Train Tracks Just Seconds Before His Car Is Obliterated

An Illinois resident is being hailed “citizen of the year” after pulling an unconscious man to safety just moments before an oncoming train obliterated his vehicle. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/323LeSN

'A Stay is Firmly in the Public Interest': US Appeals Court Orders a Hold on Biden's COVID Vaccine Mandate

A federal appeals court ruled Friday to keep its block on the Biden administration's vaccine mandate that all large businesses require their employees to get vaccinated.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3Fe0P09

Baby Had Virtually No Chance of Survival — Then the Record-Breaking Preemie Shocked Doctors and 'Defied All Scientific Odds'

Babies like Curtis have virtually zero chance of survival, yet this amazing child — born at 21 weeks and one day gestation — defied all expectations and is now being recognized by Guinness World Records. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3ot1rrR

Uyghurs March from White House to State Dept. Demanding US Do Something About China's Genocide

Hundreds of Uyghur Muslims and fellow protestors marched from the White House to the State Department building on Friday, calling for the United States to take stronger actions to help end China's genocide of Uyghurs and Turkic peoples. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3C9B5jt

Using the Power of the Gospel to Fight Hunger: Operation Blessing Manager Says We Must Rely on God's Hand in Uncertain Times

As inflation squeezes American families, hunger relief organizations supplying food banks are pointing to the power of the gospel as another tool to fight hunger. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kv4wXe

Uyghurs March from White House to State Dept. Demanding US Do Something About China's Genocide

Hundreds of Uyghur Muslims and fellow protestors marched from the White House to the State Department building on Friday, calling for the United States to take stronger actions to help end China's genocide of Uyghurs and Turkic peoples. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2YHLVQ9

VA Church Seeks to Rescue Kids from Public Schools, Using Scholarships to 'Ransom' Them from 'Culture of Death'

A Catholic church in Virginia is offering its members $2,000 to move their child out of public school to a Catholic school of their choice. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3c7pE1l

FL Parents Sue School District, Say Officials Colluded with Daughter to Change Her Gender Identity Behind Their Backs

The parents of a middle school student in Leon County, Florida, have filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the local school district for meeting with their daughter to discuss her chosen gender identity without their consent or notifying them about the meeting.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3osD8KZ

US President Joe Biden tightens restrictions on Huawei and ZTE

A new law stops companies judged to be a security threat receiving telecoms equipment licences. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YEosiM

Councils and police must 'weigh CCTV firms' human rights records'

Surveillance camera watchdog's call follows MPs' plea for a ban on tech used in Uyghur camps. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3CcPQSN

Apple to fix iPhone 13 Face ID screen repair glitch

The firm promises a software update to enable unofficial repairers to replace broken iPhone screens. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oohbfV

Robot gives needle-free injections and other tech news

LJ Rich looks at the best of the week's technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Ce0iJI

Eco-friendly greenhouses grow food with waste heat

Tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers are being grown with warmth harnessed from a water treatment works. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Hi4rQI

COVID-19 Hot Spots Offer Sign of What Could Be Ahead for US

The contagious delta variant is driving up COVID-19 hospitalizations in the Mountain West and fueling disruptive outbreaks in the North, a worrisome sign of what could be ahead this winter in the U.S. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3c3cNNJ

Defense Rests its Case at Murder Trial of Kyle Rittenhouse

The defense rested its case Thursday at the murder trial of Kyle Rittenhouse, setting the stage for closing arguments Monday in the shootings that left Americans divided over whether he was a patriot taking a stand against lawlessness or a vigilante. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3DbTZaO

Singles Day: Alibaba's annual event sees slowest ever sales growth

The world's biggest online shopping event was muted this year amid a crackdown on technology firms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3n8JbVj

Nation Marks Veteran's Day by Honoring 100th Anniversary of Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

As the nation celebrated Veteran's Day Thursday, America was also marking the 100-year anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3n7cZSp

How high-speed electric vehicle racing is advancing tech

From rally cars to scooters new electric racing competitions are a test bed for new technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3opVL29

Nation Marks Veteran's Day by Honoring 100th Anniversary of Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

As the nation celebrated Veteran's Day Thursday, America was also marking the 100-year anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wKO61Z

OK Governor Orders Agency to Stop Issuing Non-binary Birth Certificates: Not Permitted Under State Law

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has directed the State Department of Health to stop issuing birth certificates with a non-binary option instead of male or female. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3c67TQ6

Vermont Now Providing Free Planned Parenthood Condoms to Middle School and High School Students

Vermont has become the first state to require all school districts to offer free condoms in all secondary schools, grades 7 thru 12, according to multiple media reports. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/30aCvNw

Biden Admin to Abolish Trump Rule that Expanded Religious Exemptions for Federal Contractors

The Biden administration outlined a plan this week that would cancel a Trump-era rule expanding religious exemptions from anti-discrimination laws for federal contractors. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qvNvAk

83-Year-Old Man Becomes Oldest Person to Hike Appalachian Trail, Says God Gave Him Peace

One Alabama man has just proven that you don't have to be young to hike the entire Appalachian Trail. M.J. "Sunny" Eberhart, also known as "Nimblewill Nomad," entered the record books as the oldest person to complete the roughly 2,190-mile trail from Georgia to Maine on Sunday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3cjBbed

'Expressions of Courage': Huge Public Art Project Pays Tribute to the Sacrifice of Military Families

On this Veterans Day, a Virginia artist is paying tribute to members of the Armed Forces and their families. The unique exhibit involves larger than life photos displayed across a huge storefront. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/30gG7O8

A Hero in War, A Fighter at Home: Why WW1 Hero Sgt. Alvin York's Legacy Still Shines in Tennessee

He was one of the most decorated soldiers of World War 1 – a humble man whose exploits on the battlefield are still remembered by many Americans 103 years later. His name was Alvin C. York, and even though he's best remembered as "Sergeant York" for his wartime heroism, he once said his effort to get a high school built in his hometown was actually his greatest battle.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/30lxHFt

Vodafone to offer ultra-fast broadband to millions

The British telecoms giant has reached new deals with CityFibre and BT Openreach. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wGcCkL

'America, It's Time for Us to Talk': Pastor Calls on Christians to Lead the Way on Racial Reconciliation

Dr. Derek Grier, author, educator, entrepreneur, and pastor of one of the fastest-growing churches in America, talks about his new initiative, "Let's Talk," designed to get Christians talking with one another to bring about racial healing and reconciliation in the church.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3kppQh6

Judge Furious at Prosecution During Rittenhouse Trial, Video and Witnesses Seem to Confirm Self-Defense

Kyle Rittenhouse told jurors at his murder trial that he tried to get away from his pursuers the night he shot three men during street unrest in Kenosha, saying he never wanted to kill anyone: “I didn't do anything wrong. I defended myself.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3C6jFUU

'We lost festive savings in family Whatsapp scam'

Trading standards officers warn that fraudsters are posing as family members to steal money. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Hdd1jx

Ancient Olympia to be digitally preserved

Ancient Olympia to be preserved in a new deal between the Greek government and Microsoft. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3D2n60e

Rittenhouse Gives Account of Shootings: 'I Defended Myself'

Kyle Rittenhouse told jurors at his murder trial that he tried to get away from his pursuers the night he shot three men during street unrest in Kenosha, saying he never wanted to kill anyone: “I didn't do anything wrong. I defended myself.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wCBE4h

SpaceX crew launch marks 600 space travelers in 60 years

A SpaceX rocket carried four astronauts into orbit Wednesday night, including the 600th person to reach space in 60 years. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3C5w6jO

Elon Musk: Tesla boss sells $1.1bn of shares in carmaker

It comes days after he asked his Twitter followers whether he should sell 10% of his stake. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kptiYS

Prices Soar to Highest Level in 30 Years as Inflation Strains Economy

Food banks from California to Virginia are on the front lines as surging food prices and supply chain issues take their toll on family budgets. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3c1kp3c

Uber sued by Justice Department for overcharging disabled people

The Justice Department says Uber's 'wait time' fees discriminate against people with disabilities. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3okqfCq

Retired Navy SEAL Reveals Secrets to Getting Off the Grid: 'Make Your Plans in Pencil and Give God the Eraser'

At fewer than two people per square mile, Alaska boasts the lowest population density in the country. And for people like Brian Heaphy, that's one of the biggest reasons to live here. After graduating from the Naval Academy and a successful career as a US Navy SEAL, Heaphy needed a change of pace. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3HdSLOH

Meta Will No Longer Allow Ads Targeting Politics, Religion, Sexual Orientation on Facebook, Instagram

Meta, the newly named parent company of the social media giant Facebook, announced Tuesday that early next year, it will no longer allow its advertisers to target ads on topics related to politics or other sensitive issues, including religion.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3D7HmO1

This Year's Thanksgiving Dinner Could Be Most Expensive Ever as Cost of Living Spikes to 30-Year High

There's no relief in sight from inflation as the Labor Department reports the cost of living just keeps rising. The Consumer Price Index rose at a higher rate than expected, up 6.2 percent since last October. That's the highest in more than 30 years. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/31EXM2u

Anger Boils Up at Loudoun School Board Meeting Over 'CRT Cancer', 'Transgender Radicalism' - Parents Petition to Oust Chair

Shouts of anger erupted at a school board meeting in Loudoun County, VA, on Tuesday evening after a group of parents demanded the resignation of the board's chairman. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3c1nEYg

Hack leaves fertility clinic medical data at risk

A private fertility clinic and a hospital are among those hit by a ransomware gang. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ofHzIX

Premier Property Lawyers: House sales halted by security breach

A conveyancing company says an IT "security incident" is delaying property transactions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qpHS6z

Apple v Epic: Court denies delay on App Store changes

Apple has been denied a bid to delay making changes to its App Store as a result of a legal battle. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3074CNy

Supreme Court blocks mass iPhone claim against Google

The claim sought damages for millions of iPhone users who were tracked by Google. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kmGmhE

TikTok school videos 'causing real distress'

Schools across Northern Ireland are targeted by fake accounts in which pupils rate their teachers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BZj2MV

Bank of England takes next steps in digital money plan

The Bank and the Treasury to launch consultation on a UK central bank digital currency. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31FVZKB

Electric truck maker Rivian raises almost $12bn from share sale

Amazon-backed Rivian said it sold shares at $78 each, which was well above its target range. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3H4V3jh

Peter Jackson sells visual effects firm for $1.6bn to Unity

New Zealand-based Weta Digital created the characters Gollum and Caesar in Planet of the Apes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3H6LFf0

Apple's original computer fetches $400,000 at US auction

The still functioning wood-cased Apple-1 was built by Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs back in 1976. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3H7z3Ep

Harry says he warned Twitter boss ahead of Capitol riot

The Duke of Sussex reveals his coup warning to Jack Dorsey came a day before the 6 January unrest. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cd4Wxf

Should firms have to put carbon labels on all products?

A growing number of companies are indicating an item's carbon score, but should it become mandatory? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Yv44k4

'Wrongs are Being Done by our Government': Southern Baptist Leader Sues Biden Admin Over Vax Mandate

"Christians are being awakened to the issues we now face. In our increasingly secularized society, we are to be ever more vocal, articulate, respectfully engaged by Christian conviction. That is our calling."  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3C3llP7

Loudoun County's Equity Education Consultant Spreads CRT, Says Public School Doesn't 'Offer Learning'

A consultant hired by Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) to help integrate equity and inclusion into the district's curriculum told his audience during a lecture that he doesn't think public education in the U.S. offers "learning" and "the internet is better than high school." from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wyb2Bj

'Organic and Bipartisan': Growing Parents' Movement Draws Both Praise and Worry

Virginia's Nov. 2nd statewide election signaled just how concerned voters are about what's happening in public schools and pointed towards an emerging parent rights movement nationally. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/30eIxgr

'A True Blessing': Students Gather Outside Hospital to Sing Worship Songs as Teacher Battles Stage 4 Cancer

An elementary school teacher in Wisconsin who is battling stage four cancer recently received a heartwarming visit from some of her students. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qnB6OQ

Google app finds pets' 'art doubles'

"Pet Portraits" matches photos of pets to works of art. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oamejT

Robinhood trading app hit by data breach affecting seven million

The popular US trading app suffered a social-engineering attack that compromised user details. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30hPXzo

Thousands of UK phone boxes to be saved from closure

About 5,000 phone boxes around the UK will be kept open if they fulfil certain criteria, says Ofcom. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3H4Ohdj

Spacex Returns 4 Astronauts to Earth, Ending 200-Day Flight

Four astronauts returned to Earth on Monday, riding home with SpaceX to end a 200-day space station mission that began last spring. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bU2StD

Rwanda goes electric with locally made motorbikes

Rwanda's Ampersand wants motorbike taxi drivers to switch from petrol to electric. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3o9zsNY

REvil: Day of reckoning for notorious cyber gang

A global police operation has dealt a major blow to one of the most prolific cyber gangs in history. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wqmS0B

'He Loved God': Family and Faith Community Mourns CA Pastor Fatally Shot Near Church

Members of the faith community in Compton, Calif., have called for an end to the violence occurring throughout southern Los Angeles County following the murder of a beloved pastor. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3mW06uo

'He Wanted to Kill': Hero Pastor Tackles Crazed Gunman, Saves Praying Church Members

One Nashville pastor has no doubt in God’s power after he successfully tackled a gunman as he marched toward the altar at the front of the church’s sanctuary. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wsmUVt

Critics Blast Biden Admin for Considering Shutdown of Michigan Pipeline as Energy Prices Predicted to Soar

Shortages are leading to higher energy prices this winter. The news comes as the Biden administration also reportedly is considering closing down another pipeline, Michigan's Line 5, which transmits up to 540,000 barrels of crude oil to the state from Canada each day. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wtozKo

As Rules Ease, Travelers Head to US for Emotional Reunions

The U.S. lifted restrictions Monday on travel from a long list of countries including Mexico, Canada, and most of Europe, setting the stage for emotional reunions nearly two years in the making and providing a boost for the airline and tourism industries decimated by the pandemic. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3khSOiE

Fishing gear seller caught in hacker's net

Fishing gear seller Angling Direct is taken offline by hackers - and redirected to an adult site. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kdQWr5

TikTok: Missing girl found after using viral call for help sign

The hand gesture asking for help led to the rescue of a missing teenager in the USA. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oeT4QW

Twitter poll calls on Elon Musk to sell 10% stake in Tesla

The Tesla boss had promised to honour the outcome of the poll, whichever way it went. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BTRcSm

Anne Graham Lotz and Daughter Discuss New Book About Igniting Faith in Future Generations

Anne Graham Lotz, daughter of the late evangelist Billy Graham, and her daughter Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright offer practical ideas, biblical teaching, and inspiring true stories designed to instill spiritual truth in the next generation in their new book, Jesus Followers: Real-Life Lessons for Igniting Faith in the Next Generation. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nZQkXm

US Marine-Turned-Pastor Abandons 'Eye-for-an-Eye' Mentality, Offers Radical Grace to Vandals Who Brutalized Church Property

A pastor whose church bus was destroyed by vandals is explaining why he chose radical forgiveness over rage. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bLNlvW

Instagram: A blessing or a curse?

As Instagram faces scrutiny, five people share their experiences on the social network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3CV1ouW

'The Fight is Not Over': Federal Appeals Court Stops Biden's COVID Vaccine Mandate for Businesses

A federal appeals court temporarily halted the Biden administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate that required businesses with over 100 employees to get vaccinated or undergo weekly testing. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wmB3DK

Ex-Satanist Who Hated Christians Spent 33 Years Praising Evil — Until a Book Mysteriously Appeared on His Jail Cell Floor

A man who spent more than three decades embroiled in the occult is sharing his incredible story of leaving Satanism behind, finding freedom in Christ — and now spreading the Gospel to others. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/300RnxJ

Employers Added 531,000 Jobs in Oct, but Experts Say Labor Market Has a Long Way to Go

New numbers indicate the job market is bouncing back as demand for workers grows and COVID cases decrease.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/31Fi9wN

The Media Made It 'Cool', so Now a Whopping 30% of Millennials Identify as LGBTQ

A study about the growing influence of Millennials has revealed a majority of them have a positive opinion about Jesus Christ. However, they apparently don't understand or haven't read what the Bible has to say about sexuality because a whopping 30% of that entire generation now identify as LGBTQ.   from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3q9KWU6

'An Unshakable Commitment to His Calling and Word': Colin Powell Remembered at Service in Washington

Presidents, top diplomats, military leaders, family, and friends gathered, Friday at Washington National Cathedral to honor the life of Colin Powell. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2ZSc3Im

'God-Given Right of Conscience': Christian Employers Alliance, Daystar, AFA, Answers in Genesis Sue to Block Vax Mandate

Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) attorneys working on behalf of the Christian Employers Alliance (CEA), a nonprofit representing Christian-owned businesses, co-filed a petition in the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Friday to challenge the Biden Administration's vaccine mandate for private businesses. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qdiNf0

Urgent Action Needed, or Glasgow Climate Change Hoax?

The COP26 Climate Conference in Glasgow has been hyped as one of the most important meetings in world history.  Conference host British Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned attendees that humanity has "run down the clock" when it comes to climate change and the time for action is now. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3qbh4qz

‘She Was So Smart’: Brave Little Girl’s Quick-Thinking Ingenuity Literally Saves Her Parents’ Lives

A brave little girl very literally saved her parents’ lives last week after carbon monoxide filled her family’s home. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3mNn8Dx

Vaccine or Bust: Biden Orders 84M Americans to Take the Jab - Will a Third of US Workers Quit?

The jab or your job? That's what 84-million Americans are facing after the Biden administration has finally, officially, released the President's vaccine mandate against private businesses. More than two dozen states are pushing back, and millions of employees say they'll lose their jobs rather than take the shot. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wnwHwi

Zuckerberg's metaverse: Lessons from Second Life

What can the internet's original virtual world teach us about Meta's vision of the future? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3GRsEwV

Supply Chain Fiasco Is Literally Like a Ship Without a Port as Left-Wing CA Policies Bring Truckers to Screeching Halt

Port experts say President Joe Biden's mandate to open the LA-Long Beach port complex 24/7 won't fix the backlog issue unless the entire distribution chain follows suit. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Yi4Occ

UK Gives OK to Merck's Breakthrough Anti-COVID Pill, Pfizer Announces Its Antiviral Pill Works Too

The United Kingdom granted conditional authorization Thursday to the first pill officially shown to successfully treat COVID-19. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3bGA9IR

US offers $10m bounty for Colonial Pipeline hackers

The DarkSide ransomware attack led to a major US fuel pipeline being taken offline. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wh7OSV

Instagram post previews to return on Twitter

The feature was removed shortly after Instagram was acquired by Facebook in 2012. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EMT3dl

Twitch adds animal livestreams category and other tech news

Chris Fox looks at the best of the week's technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ET9ViV

Trial In Ahmaud Arbery’s Death Scheduled To Begin In Georgia

Three white men are to stand trial Friday for chasing and killing Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old Black man whose death was largely ignored until a leaked cellphone video stirred outrage over the shooting and deepened the national outcry over racial injustice. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3EQjO0O

New York's next mayor wants to be paid in Bitcoin

Newly elected mayor Eric Adams says he'd like his first three pay checks in the cryptocurrency. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZTvrEI

New ways into the lucrative world of data science

How new software is aiding people from diverse backgrounds forge careers in the data science sector. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3q34M3w

'God Will Give You the Strength to Have Your Child': Christina Bennett Tells Why She's on a Personal Pro-Life Mission

Pro-life activist and writer Christina Bennett spoke with CBN News about her life-changing moment on abortion, and how it redefined her life's passion and purpose. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3CMhYNJ

EA says NFTs are part of the future of games industry

Publisher hints it is looking at NFTs and blockchain in its sports games. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3q7Gq8W

Nintendo warns chip shortage will hit Switch sales

Game giant says it will sell 1.5 million fewer units than predicted, due to semiconductor shortage. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3GQCRd1

Microsoft's Brad Smith outlines sustainability plans at COP26

Brad Smith explains how the company will reduce emissions - and how it can help others do the same. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3CKGuyx

Climate change: Facebook fails to flag denial, study finds

Researchers tracked thousands of posts denying climate change - and only 8% were marked as misinformation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BLhZA3

'Over 340 Million Persecuted': Believers Set to Mark International Day of Prayer for Oppressed Christians

Each November, the call goes out around the globe for Christians to come together and pray for the persecuted church. Organizers of this year's International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians say this year, intercession is needed more than ever, as more than 300 million believers are experiencing attacks on an extreme level. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3EHXoyz

Facebook's metaverse plans labelled as 'dystopian' and 'a bad idea'

Roger McNamee, an early Facebook investor, says it "should not be allowed" to build the metaverse. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZYAYKz

Sarah Jayne Dunn: Hollyoaks star axed over Only Fans photos

Sarah Jayne Dunn, who plays Mandy in the TV soap, refused to stop offering photo subscriptions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EHw7MH

The wood-based alternatives to plastic bags and containers

Lara Lewington looks at the non-plastic products which could become alternative storage solutions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nWnyqH

High Court Seems Ready To Strike Down New York Gun Law

The Supreme Court on Wednesday seemed ready to strike down a restrictive New York gun permitting law, but the justices also seemed worried about issuing a broad ruling that could threaten gun restrictions on subways, bars, stadiums and other gathering places. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3GJsibL

Trail Life USA and Dr. Tony Evans Partner with Promise Keepers to Bring You a Unique 'Fatherhood Summit'

Promise Keepers, a Christ-centered organization dedicated to helping men grow in their Christian faith, is launching a 14-day fatherhood challenge this month to help dads strengthen their family bonds. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3CDXMgV

Virginia Pastor Steps Down Following Arrest in Online Sting, Accused of Soliciting Sex From Minors

A Virginia pastor is stepping down for now from his church leadership role after he was arrested last week for alleged involvement in soliciting sex from minors.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3weEufD

NSO Group: Israeli spyware company added to US trade blacklist

NSO Group, which makes the Pegasus spyware, acted against US interests, officials say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3CHONLJ

Database firm Clearview AI told to remove photos taken in Australia

Clearview AI is told to delete relevant photos from its records as they breach Australia's privacy laws. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bFGKTD

Labour Party members' data hit by cyber incident

The UK's information watchdog and National Cyber Security Centre are both looking into the breach. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BO1rHW

Cyberflashing: Sending unwanted graphic nudes 'should be a standalone crime'

Amending the law would help stop people sending unwanted graphic nudes to others, campaigners say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3CHqXQ5

Microsoft Teams adds 3D avatars as it lays out metaverse ambitions

Microsoft wants to remove the need to have a webcam with its 3D avatars for Teams. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bESxl7

Chip crisis: Christmas shoppers face disappointment, Arm boss warns

The unprecedented chip shortage means many won't get the presents they want for Christmas. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3BEDXVy

Twitch streamer loses work because of her Squid Game name

The Twitch streamer, whose online handle is the same as the Netflix show's name, has received online abuse. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZPp3i0

Revealed: The Cryptoqueen's £13.5m London penthouse

The story of cryptocurrency scammer Dr Ruja Ignatova's London flat - and how her purchase was concealed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3q172YV

Hammerin' Braves Rout Astros To Win 1st WS Crown Since 1995

The Atlanta Braves have won their first World Series championship since 1995, hammering the Houston Astros 7-0 in Game 6. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3k10tlA

Facebook to end use of facial recognition software

Facebook will now delete the "facial recognition templates" of more than one billion people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nUVjsa

'We're Going to Do What Christ Compels Us to Do': Oregon Pastor Vows to Serve Homeless Daily Meals After City Enacts Restrictions

A pastor in Brookings, Oregon says he will not stop feeding the homeless despite an ordinance that was passed last month, limiting how often churches can feed the unhoused. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3waNZMR

Netflix launches first games on smartphones

The streaming giant is launching five Android games for subscribers in its first foray into gaming. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3w71Wvg

COP26: Leaders agree global plan to boost green technology

Countries that will sign the pledge cover more than 70% of the world's economy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZRb9MC

Supreme Court Declines Case of CA Catholic Hospital that Doesn't Want to Perform Transgender Hysterectomies

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a case that pits religious freedom against transgender rights.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2ZGy8cO

Clegg: Facebook is mainly 'barbecues and bar mitzvahs'

Vice-president of global content has been answering criticism of Facebook at this year's Web Summit. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3GK3LmL

More Fascinating Than Fiction: The True Story of the First Thanksgiving

Americans think they know a lot about the first Thanksgiving, with many envisioning it as happy Pilgrims wearing big buckles and feasting on huge, fat turkeys. But the facts are actually more fascinating than fiction. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3w5Aw9a

Tesla opens its chargers to other electric cars

A pilot scheme in the Netherlands is intended to pave the way for large-scale global expansion. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wccCsK

Yahoo pulls out of China over 'challenging' business conditions

The US giant follows other Western tech firms out of a country that is tightening its regulations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nP9miX

Elon Musk says Tesla has not signed deal with Hertz

Last week, Tesla's market value surged over $1 trillion after the rental car firm said it had ordered 100,000 cars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3q6ZNP4

Nicaragua accused of running internet troll farm

Facebook parent firm Meta removes hundreds of fake accounts said to be part of a disinformation campaign. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wepKxl

Rittenhouse Trial Goes to Opening Statements After Jury Set

The homicide trial of Kyle Rittenhouse headed toward opening statements on Tuesday after a jury was seated in just a day despite the polarizing nature of the case. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3GGnvYp

Squid Game crypto token collapses in apparent scam

Inspired by the hugely popular Netflix series Squid Game, the tokens had rocketed in value. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EFg41J

Why Africa urgently needs its own genetic library

Genetically profiling three million Africans could be key for better healthcare, argue scientists. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3w6m0Oh

Supreme Court Justices Hear Challenges to TX Abortion Law, Focusing in On Enforcement

The Supreme Court took up two challenges Monday to the nation's most restrictive abortion law.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3Bv0eoE

Defiant Loudoun County Mom Unveils Another Fiery Claim: 'I Refuse to Allow You to Destroy Our Schools'

Yet another disturbing claim is emerging from Loudoun County, Virginia, where a mother said she pulled her children out of the public school system due to officials’ “uncompromising political agenda.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3wjGfsd

Americans Not Happy with Biden: 'People Voted for Stability and Calm... They Got Instability and Chaos'

A new NBC News poll shows President Joe Biden's approval rating continues to drop. Now 54% of those surveyed say they disapprove of Biden's performance while 42% say they approve.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2ZDEn10

Minneapolis to Vote Tuesday on Replacing Police Dept, but Some Residents Skeptical as Crime Rate Soars

In the wake of George Floyd's death 18 months ago, Minneapolis voters go to the polls Tuesday to decide the fate of their city's police department.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3mzWSN1

Roblox CEO apologies after three-day blackout

Roblox was back online on Sunday evening, after an outage that began on Thursday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nRSg4h

'Reprehensible... Unconstitutional': Biden's COVID Vax Mandate for Private Businesses Expected This Week

In the next few days, the Biden administration is expected to publish its mandate requiring private businesses to make sure each of their employees has received a COVID-19 vaccination.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3EC6kp2

Supreme Court Grants a Win to NY Nuns Who Were Being Forced to Support Abortion

The U.S. Supreme Court has made a move in favor of religious liberty. On Monday, the high court ordered a rehearing of a case in which nuns were being forced to violate their pro-life beliefs by New York's controversial abortion mandate. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3pZ7maG

Sky Glass users complain of technical issues

The company will release a software update this week to address the problems. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZJtT0c

'I'm Gonna Go on Offense': University Prof Mercilessly Maligned by Students for Superman Tweet Hits Back

Sophia Nelson, a scholar-in-residence at Christopher Newport University in southeastern Virginia, is speaking out after students maligned her reputation over a tweet criticizing the sexualization of the Superman comic books. After days of merciless attacks from students and faculty, Nelson says she’s “gonna go on offense.” from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3EBqL5z

9,000 NYC Workers on Unpaid Leave as Vax Mandate Deadline Hits, 26 Firehouses Shuttered

New York City is bracing for the fallout as the deadline for a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for city workers passed on Friday and thousands of municipal workers are still rejecting the forced inoculations.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3nNDlI7

Unlikely Alliance: How a President and a Freedom Fighter Came Together to Save America's Soul  

Brian Kilmeade is best known as a co-host on "Fox and Friends." He also hosts a radio show and is a prolific writer and history buff. Those two loves come together in his latest book about the story of two American greats from the Civil War era.  from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/3q0xcuT

Chinese version of Fortnite to close

Epic Games has not explained the decision to end the game in China. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3byoxYh