Microsoft 'to replace journalists with robots'

Dozens working on the MSN site look set to be replaced by AI, media reports say.

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Mississippi Pastor Whose Church Was Burned Down Vows to Pray for Arsonist

In a commentary published Wednesday by USA Today, the Mississippi pastor whose sanctuary was burned to the ground said he and his congregants “will pray for the soul and peace of mind” of the person who set fire to their place of worship.

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Why, More Than Ever, We Need Nurses as Spiritual Comforters

Whether they are easing pain during an acute illness, helping patients cope with a new diagnosis, welcoming a new life into the world, or witnessing someone's final breaths, nurses are granted a unique privilege to be present during the most intimate moments in the lives of others. 

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SpaceX Nasa Mission: Astronauts welcomed to the space station

Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken have floated into the International Space Station.

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'I Feel God is Grieved by it': Faith Communities Speak Out Over Protests, Call For Prayer

Faith communities across the nation are speaking out and calling for prayer after protests have escalated since the death of George Floyd almost one week ago.

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President Trump Says United States Will Designate 'Antifa' as Terrorist Organization Amid Protests

President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he will appoint Antifa as a terrorist organization.

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Florida Pastor Makes Miraculous Recovery, Undergoes Heart Transplant During Pandemic

Mark Berney is alive today because of medical science and divine intervention.

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'We Wanted Them to be Together One Last Time': Seniors at Virginia Christian School Celebrate Graduation With Parade

Graduating seniors at a Christian school in Virginia didn't let COVID-19 ruin their celebration as family and friends gathered to observe the momentous occasion.

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SpaceX Nasa Mission: Astronaut capsule docks with ISS

Nasa astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken have successfully docked with the ISS after 19 hours in orbit.

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The Prophetic Perspective: A Shaking to Awaken

We the people of God have just come out of a major shaking in the universe as the coronavirus caused us to have to change everything about our lives.  This shaking was of the created things or earthly things.

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‘We’re Sick of it’: Anger Over Police Killings Shatters US

Another night of unrest in every corner of the country left charred and shattered landscapes in dozens of American cities Sunday as years of festering frustrations over the mistreatment of African Americans at the hands of police boiled over in expressions of rage met with tear gas and rubber bullets.

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Evangelist Franklin Graham Calls For Churches Across America to Pray For Peace During Protests

Evangelist Franklin Graham, the president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Samaritan's Purse, requests that churches pray for our nation during these dark days

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Amazon UK website defaced with racist abuse

The online giant blames a "bad actor" for the language appearing alongside multiple product listings.

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Supernatural: The next-generation keep-fit coach?

Will virtual reality fitness classes lead a revolution in home workouts - or is it a passing craze?

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SpaceX launch: Nasa astronauts blast off to the International Space Station

Two astronauts launched into orbit for historic mission to the International Space Station.

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Nasa SpaceX launch: Astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken successfully launch

The historic mission to the ISS is the first crewed outing from American soil in nine years.

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Astronauts Climb Aboard SpaceX Rocket for Historic Flight

Despite more storms in the forecast, two NASA astronauts climbed into their capsule Saturday for a second attempt at a history-making ride into orbit aboard a rocket ship designed and built by Elon Musk’s SpaceX company.

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Virtual Vacation Bible School, WOW VBS Offering Free Registration for Churches and Families

A four-day online Vacation Bible School (VBS) scheduled for June is offering free registration for churches and families.

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Three Ways We Can All Respond to the Death of George Floyd

George Floyd was my neighbor. No, he didn't live next door to me, but Minneapolis is my home and it was his home too — until he died this week at the hands of police officers who seemed more intent on displaying their power than on following their code to protect and serve. 

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In 5-4 Decision, Supreme Court Dismisses California Church's Appeal to End Restrictions on Religious Services

The United States Supreme Court denied the request from a California church to remove restrictions on large church gatherings during the pandemic.

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National Guard Summoned to Aid Cities Amid Police Clashes

Georgia’s governor declared a state of emergency early Saturday to activate the state National Guard as violence flared in Atlanta and cities nationwide following the death in Minnesota of George Floyd after a white officer pressed a knee into his neck while taking him into custody.

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‘Why I recreated my local pub in virtual reality’

Tristan Cross taught himself how to make the 3D models from scratch by watching YouTube videos.

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Chicago Pastor Claims Mayor Sent Police 'Like the Soviet-Styled KGB' to His Church Sunday

A pastor in Chicago said he was in the middle of delivering a sermon when armed police officers began banging on the doors of his sanctuary.

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'Hackers burned my hand with computer virus'

Student's computer overheated after it was hit with a "crypto-jacking" attack.

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Ruling Keeps Missouri's Last Standing Abortion Clinic Open

Missouri was just one abortion clinic away from having no abortion clinics. That would have made it the only such state in the nation. But on Friday the state's Administrative Hearing commissioner kept it open, writing, "Planned Parenthood is entitled to renewal of its abortion facility license."

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US Education Dept Rules CT Transgender Athletes Policy Is Illegal

A Connecticut policy allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls' sports is illegal.

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'Jesus Had Profound Impact on His Life': Friends of Black Man Killed by Police Share About His Faith, Ministry

Corey Paul Davis described learning about the death of George Floyd like being hit with a ton of bricks.  Floyd, 46, died Monday in Minneapolis while being held down by a white police officer. Video from a bystander taken outside a local grocery store captured the officer pressing his knee on Floyd's neck.

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PlayStation 5: Sony confident coronavirus won't change release plans

The CEO of PlayStation reveals how it's responded to coronavirus as it prepares to release the PS5.

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'God Had a Plan:' TX Business Brings Back Furloughed Employees After Pivoting to Make Hand Sanitizer Stations

Business was good for Alex and Kelsey Carroll, owners of Toss Up Events, a Christian-owned company out of Irving, TX that provides interactive gaming experiences. Then the global coronavirus pandemic brought the sports world to a screeching halt.

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'It Almost Happens Like Fairy Dust': Hollywood Raves as Planned Parenthood Pushes Abortion Film to Teens

Planned Parenthood is involved with a new film about an unwed Pennsylvania teen getting an abortion behind her parents’ back.  Pro-life advocates are warning it could do a lot of harm.  ‘Never Rarely Sometimes Always’ presents a world where it seems getting an abortion is a must.

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'No Coffin Could Ever Be Their Final Destination': Christian Advocate Ravi Zacharias Laid to Rest in Casket Crafted by Inmates

Christian evangelist and apologist Ravi Zacharias was buried last Thursday, May 21st, during a private graveside service, and he was laid to rest in a casket built by Louisiana State Penitentiary inmates, according to Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM).

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Protests for George Floyd Rage into Riots, Looting and Arson as Police Precinct Torched

Minneapolis endured another night of violent protests over the death of a black man in the custody of white police officer. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is sending in the National Guard as violent protests escalate in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd.

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Glastonbury Council plays down link to 'anti-5G' device

Glastonbury report insists recommendation of 5GBioShield came from committee member - not council.

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BBC orders review of social media use by staff

The former director of global news at the BBC will examine online posts from programmes and staff.

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Thousands of TalkTalk users hit by internet problems

Firm says the issue is now resolved after customers across the UK reported connection difficulties.

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Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning.

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A Raspberry Pi robot with emotions and other tech news

BBC Click's Paul Carter looks at some of the best of the week's technology news stories.

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'They Have to Reinvent Her': Margaret Sanger's Fans Work to Clean Up Her Racist Past

As the founder of the American Birth Control League which later became Planned Parenthood, Margaret Sanger was no doubt a controversial figure with disturbing views on eugenics, race, and population control. 

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Child grooming: Police record 10,000 social media offences

In just two-and-a-half years, police in England and Wales recorded 10,119 online grooming offences.

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Trump signs executive order targeting Twitter after fact-checking row

The US president's move follows a decision by Twitter to add a "fact-check" notice to his tweets.

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Coronavirus: 'I built a memorial to my grandfather on Animal Crossing'

Isabella Ong, 24, cannot visit her grandfather's grave because of coronavirus, so she found another way to honour him.

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The little lights now packing a deadly punch

LEDs already light our houses but developments are making them even more powerful.

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Colleges Battle to Draw Students Back as Many Say They'll Just Skip the On-Campus Experience

Colleges must not only figure out how to attract new students and retain current students this fall--they must decide the best ways to keep their campuses healthy. 

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Trump to take 'big action' against social media

The US president is expected to sign an executive order following a row with Twitter.

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Through Prayers and Tears, Virginia Beach Shooting Survivors Recall Painful Year on This First Anniversary

Those affected by a mass shooting in Virginia Beach are preparing for the one-year anniversary this Sunday. On May 31st, 2019, a disgruntled city employee shot and killed 12 people at the Virginia Beach municipal complex.

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Minneapolis Protests Turn Violent Over Death of George Floyd, Franklin Graham Joins Calls for Justice

A man was shot to death as violent protests over the death of a black man in police custody rocked Minneapolis for a second straight night Wednesday, with protesters looting stores near a police precinct and setting fires.    

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Coronavirus: France gives green light to contact-tracing app

One minister has compared the UK and France's outlier approaches to their nuclear deterrent effort.

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Twitter fact-checks China amid bias row

After fact-checking President Trump, Twitter adds warnings to Chinese tweets too.

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Uber destroys thousands of bikes and scooters

Videos of the red bikes being crushed were shared online after Uber sold its Jump business to Lime.

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Violence Again Rocks Minneapolis After Man's Death; 1 Killed

A man was shot to death as violent protests over the death of a black man in police custody rocked Minneapolis for a second straight night Wednesday, with protesters looting stores near a police precinct and setting fires.    

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Coastguard plans to add drones to air fleet

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles will form part of a new search and rescue contract.

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Trump to 'sign executive order about social media'

The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time.

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Video streaming: Lockdown sees fifth of UK homes sign deals

Britons turned to Disney+ in droves, data suggests, but Apple TV has struggled to engage viewers.

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Keeping fit in lockdown: Apps and sites which could help

Kate Russell looks at the online tools and guides helping motivate you to take exercise.

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Meng Wanzhou: Huawei executive suffers US extradition blow

A Canadian court has ruled that the extradition hearing of Meng Wanzhou can continue.

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Fraggle Rock to be revived by Apple TV+ after 33 years

Gobo, Red, Boober, Mokey, Wembley and Uncle Travelling Matt will have more songs and adventures.

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Clarence Thomas: Scary Guy from the Right or Big-Hearted Believer?

Next month Clarence Thomas will turn 72 and mark almost 29 years on the US Supreme Court, making him the senior justice. As one of the high court's most controversial nominees, he may now be its most influential conservative. Those who know him best want people to see how kind and loving this man of faith is, despite how he's been portrayed in much of the mainstream media.

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'Speak Up:' Beth Moore Issues Challenge to Whites After Black Man Killed by Police

Christian leaders are speaking out about the latest killing of an unarmed black man at the hands of police.  Video from a bystander taken outside a south Minneapolis grocery store on Monday night showed a white officer pressing his knee on the neck of George Floyd.

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Clarence Thomas: Scary Guy from the Right or Big-Hearted Believer?

Next month Clarence Thomas will turn 72 and mark almost 29 years on the US Supreme Court, making him the senior justice. As one of the high court's most controversial nominees, he may now be its most influential conservative. Those who know him best want people to see how kind and loving this man of faith is, despite how he's been portrayed in much of the mainstream media.

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High School Grads Being Honored with National Senior Sendoff Thursday: 'Make History for the Glory of God!'

The Dare 2 Share organization believes the accomplishments of all 2020 graduates should be celebrated. On Thursday, May 28, Dare 2 Share founder Greg Stier is teaming up with Faith Christian Academy and interlinc to bring graduates and their families the National Senior Sendoff Livestream, a hope-filled, hour-long inspirational event for students who have had to endure this incredible milestone being taken from them. 

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2 US Astronauts Suit Up for Historic SpaceX Launch

With thunder threatening a delay, two NASA astronauts made their way to the launchpad for the liftoff of a SpaceX rocket ship Wednesday on a history-making flight to the International Space Station that was seen as a giant leap forward for the booming business of commercial space travel.

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'I Believe God Put Me in This Place for a Purpose': New WH Press Secretary on Faith, Love of Country, and Overcoming Adversity

David Brody sits down with President Trump's new White House Press Secretary, Kayleigh McEnany, who talks about her high profile, high-stress job, her faith, and overcoming adversity.

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Mental Health Hit Hard by Lockdowns: 'A Year's Worth of Suicide Attempts in the Last Four Weeks'

After four months of the COVID-19 outbreak, America's mental health is getting significantly worse due to economic devastation and the emotional distress it's causing.

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Xbox's new family safety app is being previewed

Newsbeat gets a first look at Xbox's latest safety innovation

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Drone drops off Isle of Mull coronavirus masks

Trials of delivery by drone are taking place on the Isle of Mull on Scotland's west coast.

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Police Fire Tear Gas, Flash Grenades at Protestors After Death of Unarmed Black Man in Minnesota

Protests erupted overnight in Minneapolis after the death of a black man who was in police custody and in public view. The incident was captured on a video recording. 

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Tropical Storm Bertha Hits South Carolina Coast - Are We in for a Rough Hurricane Season?

Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall on South Carolina's coast Wednesday morning shortly after it formed, becoming the second named storm before the official start of this year's Atlantic hurricane season.

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'Does This Virus Only Spread in Small Businesses?' Protests Rising Against 'Non-Essential' Label

American small business owners are on the brink of bankruptcy, and they're pushing back against the shutdown. They're fed up with being labeled "non-essential". Now that states are reopening, why are these businesses still being put on hold?

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Zipline drones deliver supplies and PPE to US hospitals

The US Federal Aviation Administration has waived its rules to allow medical deliveries.

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Sky Q kicks off HDR support starting with on-demand nature shows

The broadcaster’s new HDR experience will be available to Sky Q customers with certain set-top boxes.

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Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning

This is the first time the social media giant has said President Trump's tweet could be misleading.

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Facebook shareholders try to block encryption plan

A groups of investors is concerned the social network could become a haven for child exploitation.

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Coronavirus: Apprentice star's ads banned over Covid-19 claims

Watchdog said Revival Shots had suggested its rehydration sachets could help treat the disease.

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Coronavirus: NHS app paves the way for 'immunity passports'

"Passports" showing individuals' health status could become the next front for fighting the pandemic.

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DOJ Tells Nevada Its Ban on In-Person Worship Treats Religious Groups 'Unequally'

The Justice Department is pressing Nevada to review its ban on religious gatherings limited to 10 or more people, according to an exclusive report by Fox News. 

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Will Schools Reopen This Fall, and How Badly Is the Pandemic Hurting Christian Education?

As the country slowly reopens, parents heading back to work are asking how and when will their kids get back to school?

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DOJ Tells Nevada Its Ban on In-Person Worship Treats Religious Groups 'Unequally'

The Justice Department is pressing Nevada to review its ban on religious gatherings limited to 10 or more people, according to an exclusive report by Fox News. 

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Mob of Shoppers Bullies Unmasked Customer as Scolding, Snitching, and Mask-Shaming on the Rise

The COVID-19 outbreak has caused some erratic behavior among some in American society, like panic buying and hoarding supplies at home.

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Pastor: Mayor Sent Police to Shut Down Sunday Services

Courtney Lewis, the pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Chicago, was in the middle of his sermon when he heard loud banging on front doors. It was the police.

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Armed Man Disrupts NC Outdoor Church Service Before Being Shot by Sheriff's Deputies

A sheriff’s deputy shot and wounded a man who was armed with a knife when deputies responded to a complaint that he had disrupted an outdoor church service in North Carolina on Sunday, authorities said.

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Coronavirus: First Google/Apple-based contact-tracing app launched

A Swiss contact-tracing app gains a limited release but may be overtaken by a Latvian effort.

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Google deletes millions of negative TikTok reviews

Angry users had flooded the app with one-star reviews over a controversial video.

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Why Did Christians Vote for Trump in 2016, and Will They Vote for Him Again in 2020?

Since November 9, 2016, political analysts have been asking themselves how Donald J. Trump pulled off one of the biggest political upsets in American history. And can he do it again in 2020? Political strategist Ralph Reed weighs in.

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Americans Jam Beaches and Dow Opens Big as Another Vaccine Emerges

A US bio-tech company has begun coronavirus vaccine trials with volunteers in Australia with hopes of releasing a proven vaccine this year. And markets are reacting.

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Preacher Who Knew 'Roe' Speaks Out Amid Furor Over Abortion 'Revelations'

Norma McCorvey's profound influence over American culture is more than evident.

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Covid-19 brings remote medicine revolution to the UK

Doctors are finding new ways of working including reviewing patients' scans and X-rays at home.

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Drone to deliver masks to Scottish island

During a two-week trial, the unmanned aircraft will deliver supplies to the Isle of Mull.

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Find out which masks off the most protection and why

You may have heard the term N95 but what does it mean and why are some masks rated higher than others?

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Huawei: What would happen if the UK ditched the Chinese firm?

Officials are taking another look into Huawei, but the Chinese firm warns against a 5G ban.

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California Ends Ban on In-Person Religious Services as One Church Takes Ban to US Supreme Court

California’s governor is finally willing to let houses of worship begin actual in-person worship again.

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Efforts Underway to Get Food from US Farms to the Needy

As food banks have struggled to meet soaring demand from people suddenly out of work because of the coronavirus pandemic, it has been especially troubling to see farmers have to bury produce, dump milk and euthanize hogs.

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Trump Lays Memorial Day Wreath at Arlington

President Donald Trump has laid a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery as he commemorates Memorial Day in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

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California Church Banned from Holding Services Appeals to US Supreme Court

California is one of the last states to continue banning in-person religious services and now one church has taken that prohibition all the way to the US Supreme Court.

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NASA Astronauts Go Back to the Future with Capsule Launch

It’s back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style “Right Stuff” capsule.

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Coronavirus: Hairdressers offer virtual appointments in lockdown

Salons are giving advice via video chat apps to help people style and colour their hair at home.

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Coronavirus: Derby 5G phone mast set on fire

Attacks on 5G masts have been fuelled by a conspiracy theory wrongly linking 5G and coronavirus.

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Beginning Memorial Day, Rounds of Flooding Rainfall to Target South-Central US

The threat for flooding will escalate across the south-central United States this week as rounds of heavy rain and storms batter the region.

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'It's Very Essential': Churchgoers Across the Country Begin Attending In-Person Worship Services Over Memorial Weekend

The Memorial Day weekend saw many churches reopening for the first time in months.

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Before Memorial Day: For 50+ Years, 'Decoration Day' was Observed to Honor and Remember Civil War Dead

Before it became the national holiday we now know as Memorial Day, it was a day celebrated across the country for at least five decades as Decoration Day, a day to honor both the Union and Confederate dead from the Civil War. 

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Memorial Day - What Our Heroes Teach Us About How to Fight Our Battles

For many Americans, Memorial Day represents the start of summer — the promise of warm, sunny days, evenings illuminated by fireflies, barbecues in the backyard, and trips to the beach. But Memorial Day is not actually about any of that. It is a day to remember how the men and women of our Armed Forces have answered the call to give their lives to defend the people and the country they love. They have entered into the service willingly, knowing that the price of freedom is extraordinarily high. 

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There May be Less Pageantry This Memorial Day, But It's Just as Important

Every year Memorial Day comes and goes and is often marked by parades, backyard picnics, and the onset of warm summer days. But this Memorial Day, the pageantry will be limited with many of us around the United States still sheltering in place. 

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It's STILL Not Too Late To Lower Your Tax Bill: July 15 is More Than Just the Tax Deadline

Are you a procrastinator who waits until the very last moment to file your taxes? The filing deadline is July 15, 2020, to file your taxes for the 2019 tax year. The IRS and Treasury Department extended the tax filing and payment deadline from April 15 to July 15, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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US Army's 'The Old Guard' Still Stands Watch at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Neither rain, sleet, snow, or a global pandemic can keep the Army's "Old Guard" from carrying out its duty. 

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Americans Celebrate a Memorial Day Like No Other

Memorial Day is the traditional start of summer and this year's holiday is like no other. With the number of COVID-19 deaths now approaching 100,000, millions of Americans flocked to beaches, boardwalks and theme parks.  Relaxed restrictions caused many to ignore social distancing guidelines.

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Formula E driver disqualified for gamer swap-in

Formula E driver Daniel Abt is disqualified and ordered to pay £8,900 to charity for getting a professional gamer to compete under his name in an official esports race.

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Coronavirus: How Chinese rivals are trying to take Zoom's crown

The coronavirus lockdown has fuelled the market for teleconferencing technology apps.

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Could coronavirus kickstart more accessible tech?

Video calling has risen during the pandemic but for some disabled people it also brought challenges.

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How Coronavirus lockdown made a 'Zoom boom' generation

Digital transformation has advanced two years in just two months, says Microsoft.

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The surfing simulator that sank without trace

How a maverick scientist held the first esports championships in 1985 with his revolutionary surfing game but could not make his innovative ideas a commercial success.

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Coronavirus: How do we record history in the internet age?

People's coronavirus experiences in Wales are being documented, using WhatsApp and Facebook messages.

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Fresh UK review into Huawei role in 5G networks

The National Cyber Security Centre involvement follows new US sanctions on the Chinese telecoms giant.

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Former FL US Rep. Allen West Says 'I am Alive by the Grace of God' After Sustaining Serious Injuries During Motorcycle Crash

Former Florida US Rep. Allen West is praising God for His protection after he sustained serious injuries during a motorcycle accident in Waco, Texas Saturday afternoon. 

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Dr. Francis Collins Awarded $1.3M Templeton Prize For Bridging Religion and Science

Dr. Francis Collins - geneticist, physician, and director of the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) was awarded the 2020 Templeton Prize by the John Templeton Foundation.

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Coronavirus: Could these social distancing hacks make it to market?

People around the world are inventing their own gadgets and designs to adhere to social distancing.

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Ark Encounter, Creation Museum in Kentucky Announces Plan to Reopen on June 8

The Ark Encounter and Creation Museum in northern Kentucky plan to reopen on June 8 with new safety measures in place. 

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Leading Bible Scholar Warns Churches About the 'Danger with E-Worship'

While concerns about religious liberty violations are filling up the headlines, theologian N.T. Wright is concerned about the “danger with e-worship,” as it pertains to the importance of the church having a public presence in society.

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Coronavirus: The 3D artists helping fashion through Covid-19

British artist Harriet Davey is among the CGI artists creating virtual models for fashion shows.

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Minnesota Caves to Defiant Churches, Okays Services with up to 250 People

After refusing to allow houses of worship to reopen with any more than 10 people at services, Minnesota has caved and just announced it will lift that limitation.

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'A Pile of Lies': Ted Cruz Sets Record Straight After Magazine Calls Infamous Segregationist a Republican

Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) tore into GQ magazine Thursday after the outlet published a correction to a pro-abortion article whose author wrongly labeled infamous segregationist George Wallace a Republican.

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Watch: Dr. Michael Youssef's 'Awake America' Prayer Movement Amid COVID-19 Crisis

Dr. Michael Youssef and Leading The Way are calling Christians around the world to pray for a new beginning amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Wikipedia sets new rule to combat “toxic behaviour”

Female and LGBTQ editors of the online encyclopaedia have complained of harassment.

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TX Mayor Draws Backlash for Saying Women Shouldn't Lead City Council Prayers

A small town Texas mayor has informed a member of the city council that women should not lead prayer in their public council meetings, saying he believes the Bible opposes it.

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27 Senators Want Answers: How Did 'Cash-Rich Abortion Giant' Snag Small Business Aid?

More than two dozen Republican senators are asking US Attorney General William Barr to investigate how multiple Planned Parenthood affiliates received $80 million worth of coronavirus relief funds from the government.

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Trump Hosts 'Rolling to Remember' Bikers on South Lawn to Honor Veterans, POW/MIAs

On Friday morning, President Donald Trump participated in a "Rolling to Remember" ceremony at the White House honoring our nation's veterans and prisoners of war who are still listed as missing in action. 

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Netflix stops charging customers who never watch

It says hundreds of thousands of people have been paying for something they don't use.

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Why 'Stay at Home' Is Not Always Safe: Child Abuse Experts Speak Out

Child abuse experts believe that stay-at-home restrictions may lead to an increase in child abuse and a decline in reporting as victims struggle with isolation. Some members of Congress are asking Education Secretary Betsy DeVos for help.

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Fake online reviews under investigation by competition authority

The competition authority has launched an investigation into faked and paid-for reviews online.

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Chris Pratt accidentally deleted 51,000 emails

The Guardians Of The Galaxy actor watched in horror as his inbox shrunk to zero.

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Christopher Nolan trailer launched inside Fortnite

Christopher Nolan's time-bending action espionage film was launched on the video game Fortnite.

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Australia 'records fastest internet speed ever'

Researchers hope the study offers a glimpse into how internet connections could look in the future.

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Son 'kills father' during Zoom video chat in New York state

Several chat participants witness the stabbing of a Long Island man by his son, police say.

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Drones help to plant seedpods and other tech news

BBC Click's Marc Cieslak looks at some of the best technology news stories.

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Amazon trials online food delivery in India

The firm has started working with restaurants to deliver meals in parts of Bengaluru.

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Mississippi Gov Condemns Church Fire Amid Virus Pandemic

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves on Thursday condemned a church fire that's being investigated as an arson. First Pentecostal Church in Holly Springs burned on Wednesday, about a month after it filed a lawsuit challenging city restrictions on gatherings amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Get ready for the 'holy grail' of computer graphics

Ray tracing produces stunning lighting effects but has been too complex for computers, until now.

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Staying Connected to Dying Loved Ones: 'Grief Opens a Door to the Enemy'

Headlines about Americans dying alone in hospitals during the pandemic come daily. It's heartbreaking for families who are prevented from saying goodbye as many hospitals maintain strict no visitor policies for COVID-19 patients and those at greatest risk of developing complications from the virus.

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Chicago Businessman Says He'll Pay $500 Fines Given to 3 Churches Who Defied Stay-at-Home Order

Willie Wilson, a former mayoral candidate in Chicago, IL, and a leading businessman, has announced he will pay the $500 fines that were handed out to three Chicago churches for holding worship services this past Sunday.

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Jobless Claims Are up Again, and Home Sales Are Down

More bad news about the pandemic's impact on the economy came out today. Jobless claims are up again, and home sales are down.

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Many MN Churches to Reopen May 26th With or Without Gov't Say-So: 'Worship Cannot Be at the Back of the Line'

In the early days of the pandemic, the Catholic and Lutheran churches of Minnesota closed their doors on their own to safeguard their congregations.  But enough is enough for the Catholic bishops and the Lutheran leaders of Minnesota as they've seen Governor Tim Walz recently allow retailers to fill their establishments up to 50 percent capacity while at the same time capping church worship services at 10 people.  

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Robot dog tries to herd sheep

The Spot robot was designed for search and rescue - but may find work in the farming industry.

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NSO Group: Israeli firm 'impersonated Facebook to spread spyware'

An investigation accuses Israeli cyber-security firm NSO Group of pretending to be Facebook.

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Trump Threatens to Permanently Freeze Funding to WHO

President Donald Trump threatened to permanently cut all funding to the World Health Organization and reconsider the United States’ membership if it does not make “major substantive improvements” in the next 30 days.

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Grandmother ordered to delete Facebook photos under GDPR

Privacy laws mean a grandmother needs her daughter's permission to post photos of her grandchildren.

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16 Facts That Prove America Is in Deep Trouble and Why 'The Return' Is so Critical

Is this the generation that will witness the end of America? Throughout human history, every great society has eventually entered a period of decline, and sadly that is happening to us as well. It is the hope of a committed group of national leaders that a worldwide event called "The Return" on September 26 will wake up the American people while there is still time.

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House Bill 6666 Calls for Contact Tracing - Will You Be Tracked by 'Big Brother' App?

Health experts have long used contact tracing to stop epidemics like Ebola. And they're trying to use it to stop COVID-19.  But getting enough Americans to cooperate so that it works effectively will be tough. 

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Coronavirus: MPs demand answers on misinformation

MPs want senior executives of Google, Facebook and Twitter to face questions on misinformation.

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What's it like using the Covid-19 contact tracing app?

Isle of Wight resident Megan Mackney describes using the Covid-19 contact tracing app.

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Thousands Forced to Evacuate in Michigan After 500-Year Flood Destroys Two Dams

Thousands of people in Michigan have been forced to evacuate amid the pandemic after a 500-year flood destroyed two dams.

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Coronavirus: Afghan girls make ventilators out of car parts

The award-winning schoolgirl team is racing against time to help coronavirus patients.

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Mental Health Awareness: Keeping your screen time healthy

There's no escaping screens, but here's how to steal some time back from them.

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Zuckerberg: Facebook in 'arms race' against electoral interference

Facebook's founder Mark Zuckerberg told the BBC it has "learned lessons" from political scandals.

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Zuckerberg: Facebook to 'take down' coronavirus misinformation

Mark Zuckerberg explains how the social network is responding to the Covid-19 crisis.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League re-cut headed for HBO Max

The announcement comes a week ahead of the launch of the new HBO streaming service.

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UK interest in online casinos at 'all-time high' in lockdown

Lockdown measures may prove a "recipe for disaster", problem gamblers tell the BBC.

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Coronavirus: Tinder boss says 'dramatic' changes to dating

Elie Seidman discusses the impact of coronavirus and how his dating app will react.

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NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio Posts ‘Gleeful Tweet’ After NYPD Shutters Jewish School

Just a couple weeks after singling out some in the Jewish community for failing — like thousands of others — to follow proper social distancing measures, the Democratic mayor of New York City is at it again.

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'They Manipulated Her Many Years Ago and Are Doing It After Her Death': FX Doc on Jane Roe Deemed 'Patently False'

The attorney for Norma McCorvey –  aka Jane Roe of the infamous Supreme Court abortion ruling Roe v. Wade – has a warning for viewers of the upcoming FX documentary "AKA Jane Roe". He says, "Don't trust it. It's patently false." 

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'Cardiac Arrests up 800 Percent': 500+ Doctors Warn Lockdowns Doing More Damage Than COVID as Cancer and Strokes Untreated

A new grassroots organization of doctors is telling the nation it needs a second opinion about the way to handle this pandemic medically and mentally. Several of these doctors have seen horrible medical results for people because of excessive panic over the coronavirus.

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'Catastrophic Dam Failures': Thousands Evacuated in Central Michigan as Communities Flooded

Rising water has overtaken dams on rivers in central Michigan, forcing the evacuation of 10,000 people from flooded communities.

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Coronavirus: Apple and Google release API to make contact-tracing apps

The technology companies say 22 countries have requested access to their contact-tracing system.

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DOJ Warns CA Governor He's Discriminating Against Churches: 'No Pandemic Exemption to the US Constitution'

The Department of Justice is warning California Governor Gavin Newsom that his plan to gradually reopen the state discriminates against churches.

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Joe Rogan signs with Spotify in major and exclusive podcast deal

His popular show, The Joe Rogan Experience, will soon be removed from all other platforms.

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'It Was Still Romantic': Couples Scale Back on Large Weddings, Get Hitched Despite Pandemic

COVID-19 has resulted in wedding cancelations, but many couples are going ahead with small ceremonies anyway.

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Lawmakers, Small Businesses Question Whether Lockdown Aid Money Is Making It to Those in Need

What's happening to all that aid money that's supposed to help small businesses survive the pandemic lockdowns? That's just one of several tough questions the nation's top two financial officers faced Tuesday on Capitol Hill.

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Man sentenced to death in Singapore via Zoom

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced the city to postpone all but 'essential' court cases.

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Amazon releases its first big budget video game

Amazon Game Studios hopes its new game Crucible can compete with Overwatch and Fortnite.

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Cambridge University: All lectures to be online-only until summer of 2021

There will be no face-to-face lectures in the next academic year due to coronavirus, the university says.

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Poor video calling? Tech advice to fix it

Kate Russell explains the steps which could improve your wi-fi connection.

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Cash-Rich Abortion Giant Received $80 Million Meant For Small Businesses Hurt by Pandemic

Fox News’ Tucker Carlson is reporting 80 million dollars from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) has gone to 37 Planned Parenthood affiliates.

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Man makes money buying his own pizza on DoorDash app

The owner of a pizza restaurant discovered the app was selling his food cheaper than he was but still paying him full price.

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Coronavirus: Serco apologises for sharing contact tracers' email addresses

Outsourcing giant Serco has apologised for the data breach, which affects almost 300 people.

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Canada Facebook fines $6.5m over 'false' privacy claims

Canada's Competition Bureau said the tech firm improperly shared users' data with third parties.

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BND: Court curbs German spy agency's bugging abroad

The BND intelligence agency is told to limit its monitoring of foreigners' data overseas.

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Time was Valuable: Could Authorities Have Handled Pensacola Naval Base Terror Attack Differently?

CBN News is taking a closer look at the terror attack on the US naval base in Pensacola, Fla., as investigators scour new evidence from the gunman's cell phones. One key question is whether authorities could have or should have handled things differently.

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Stalking: My ex-partner sent me 4,000 emails

One victim speaks out about her ordeal as her former partner is convicted of stalking her.

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Impartial? Judge Forbids Girl Athletes' Attorneys from Referring to 'Transgender Females' as 'Males'

High school girl athletes across the country are up against a new challenge: biological boys who now identify as girls, competing against them.

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Impartial? Judge Forbids Girl Athletes' Attorneys from Referring to 'Transgender Females' as 'Males'

High school girl athletes across the country are up against a new challenge: biological boys who now identify as girls, competing against them.

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How an unofficial Club Penguin game turned toxic

Disney has ordered unauthorised copies of its game to close after the BBC exposes their misuse.

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'God! You Can Restore': Medical Journal Publishes Case of Blind Woman Healed Instantly by Husband's Prayer

A medical journal has published the case of a woman who was blinded for 13 years and who was instantly healed by her husband's prayer.

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Facebook Shops: Online stores open on Facebook and Instagram

From brand pages to live streams, Facebook is rolling out new shopping features across its apps.

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Missouri Woman Dies, Goes to Heaven, and Comes Back with Mission to 'Bring Home as Many as We Can'

Charlotte Holmes is on a mission to tell everyone she knows about what she experienced the day she died and went to Heaven. It was an experience that changed her life forever.

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My Little Pony-inspired game headlines tournament

It does not actually feature ponies, but instead an alpaca, deer, sheep, dragon, cow and unicorn.

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Coronavirus: Security flaws found in NHS contact-tracing app

The UK's National Cyber Security Centre acknowledges problems identified by an independent report.

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ABC's Paula Faris: How a 'Season of Hell' Helped Me Find My True Calling

ABC News correspondent Paula Faris shares her personal story of why she walked away from two dream jobs at ABC to embrace her true calling to love God and love people.

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Vaccine Progress Gives Shot in the Arm to Stock Market

News of a potential vaccine gave a shot in the arm to the stock market on Monday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average picked up more than 900 points and oil prices improved, closing over $30 a barrel for the first time in two months.

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BBC launches tool for joint lockdown viewing

BBC Together lets you watch or listen to BBC content with friends and family despite being apart.

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Annie Glenn, Widow of US Sen. John Glenn, Dies at 100

Annie Glenn, the widow of astronaut and U.S. Sen. John Glenn and a communication disorders advocate, died Tuesday at age 100. 

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Coronavirus: Remote controlled mask invented to allow eating

Israeli investors have developed a coronavirus mask that has an automatic mouth hole.

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Trump Fine After Taking Hydroxychloroquine but Democrats and Media Are Having Fits

President Donald Trump is being attacked after saying he has been taking Hydroxychloroquine and a zinc supplement daily for a week and a half as a protective treatment for coronavirus after consulting with his doctor. 

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EasyJet admits nine million customers hacked

The attack was "sophisticated" the airline said, adding that some credit card details had been accessed.

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Coronavirus: Apple shoppers required to wear masks

Customers will also have their temperature taken and be asked basic health questions at the door.

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Trump Threatens to Permanently Freeze Funding to WHO

President Donald Trump threatened to permanently cut all funding to the World Health Organization and reconsider the United States’ membership if it does not make “major substantive improvements” in the next 30 days.

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From 'how to' to hair dye: our lockdown web searches

New trends in search engine queries are emerging as people seek new skills and home school help.

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Elon Musk: Tesla raises cost of 'self-driving' cars

Elon Musk hikes the price of Tesla's "self-driving" option by $1,000 and says it will continue to rise.

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Coronavirus: Uber announces drastic cuts to secure its future

Uber announces drastic action to scale back its business as its losses balloon amid pandemic lockdowns.

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How disabled people are problem-solving in the pandemic

As people adapt to self-isolation, one community is helping itself find solutions to very particular challenges.

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Disney's head of streaming to become CEO of TikTok

Kevin Mayer will be in charge of the global development of the short-form video platform.

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Dark web scammers exploit Covid-19 fear and doubt

From miracle cures to co-ordinated hacking the dark web is a hive of coronavirus scamming.

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President Trump Remains Optimistic That Economy Will Reopen After COVID-19 Crisis

Monday, the president called his top economic advisors together to talk about moving the economy forward through so-called “opportunity zones.” 

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Trump Says He's Taking Malaria Drug in Case He Gets Virus

President Donald Trump said Monday that he is taking a malaria drug to lessen symptoms should he get the new coronavirus, even though the drug is unproven for fighting COVID-19.

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Huawei calls US rules 'arbitrary and pernicious'

The Chinese tech giant said it has been "riddled with bullets" since the US placed it on a blacklist.

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Meteorologists Warn Slow-Moving Storm Has Potential to Deluge Eastern US with Repeated Downpours

Right on the heels of Arthur, the first Atlantic tropical storm of 2020, skirting along the Eastern Seaboard on Monday, a strong non-tropical storm will exit the Midwest and head into the East, where it will stall for days to unleash repeated flooding downpours.

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Survey Reveals Young People Praying More Often, Thinking More About Spiritual Issues During Pandemic

A new survey of America's college and high school students reveals that 39 percent are praying more often, while 28 percent said they are also thinking about spiritual issues more often as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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COVID-19 Vaccine Shows 'High Probability of Protection,' Drug Developer Says

The world may be one step closer to having a vaccine against the coronavirus.

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Electric bikes 'could help people return to work'

A rise in electric-bikes would extend the range of cyclists using them to commute, a study finds.

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CBN'S Superbook Launches 'Superbook Academy' With Online Sunday School Curriculum

Children around the world are learning about the Bible with Superbook’s online Sunday School curriculum, Superbook Academy.

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Rainbow Six 'copy' lands Apple and Google in copyright court

Ubisoft alleges a new, popular mobile game is a blatant copy of its major shooter Rainbow Six: Siege.

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Europe's supercomputers hijacked by attackers for crypto mining

Attackers hopped from one research supercomputer to the next to mine cryptocurrencies.

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Franklin Graham, Tony Perkins, Kirk Cameron & Others Urge Congress to Protect Religious Organizations Against COVID-19 Lawsuits

Nearly 300 religious leaders are urging Congress to protect faith-based organizations from facing possible lawsuits during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Official: FBI Finds Link Between Pensacola Gunman, al-Qaeda

The FBI has found a link between the gunman in a deadly attack at a military base last December and an al-Qaida operative, a U.S. official said Monday.

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'I Don't Know if We Will Make It': Fishing Industry Takes a Huge Hit from COVID-19

Commercial fishing is one of the many industries suffering from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. It's led to a dramatically shrinking market for seafood as restaurants either close or have converted to takeout, and consumers stay home.

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Tropical Storm Warnings Issued for NC as Tropical Storm Arthur Nears Coast

Tropical Storm Arthur formed on Saturday night off the coast of Florida, making it the first named storm of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season. Now, forecasters say the storm has its sights set on eastern North Carolina.

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'There's More That Congress Can Do': America Back in Business, Slow Recovery Expected

America is back in business, but major questions remain as states begin limited re-openings.Will the number of Covid-19 cases jump as people flock to restaurants and businesses? Will the economy bounce back, and what should Congress and the president do to help protect jobs and families?  

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Rich List: Inventor Sir James Dyson is UK's richest person

The entrepreneur replaces the Hinduja brothers after increasing his wealth by £3.6bn.

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Coronavirus: UCC fashion students turn to Instagram for graduation show

Students from University Centre Colchester were due to stage a graduation fashion show this month.

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Coronavirus: Live entertainment is evolving online to be a lifeline

Creative minds are coming up with new ideas to give us back some of the human connection we've lost.

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'I Couldn't Ask for Anything Better': TN Father Creates At-Home College Graduation for Daughter

When one girl's college graduation got canceled, her father was determined to make the day special, whatever it took. So, Torrence Burson had a graduation ceremony in the driveway of their Tennessee home.

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Homeschool Converts: Poll Shows Vast Number of US Families Might Keep Kids at Home Now

The nationwide lockdowns may lead to a bigger shift in the way American families do school. A new RealClear Opinion Research poll of 2,122 registered voters reveals a big increase in parents who might keep homeschooling their children after the pandemic ends, and many more support having educational choices.

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11 Los Angeles Firefighters Hurt While Running From Blast

An explosion Saturday at a hash oil manufacturer in downtown Los Angeles injured 11 firefighters who had gone inside and on the roof to try to knock down the fire and then had to run for their lives when a ball of flames shot out the building and scorched a fire truck across the street.

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Coronavirus: Can gaming help stop lockdown loneliness?

Gamers like Millicent say their online adventures are helping them stay connected to friends in lockdown.

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Universities' move online 'must be done the right way'

Universities have been teaching remotely this term but can the online model work long-term?

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Federal Judge Blocks NC Governor's Restrictive Measures on Religious Services

In an order released on Saturday, a federal judge has temporarily blocked North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper's restrictive measures on religious services. 

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Doctor, Who Found Cure For His Own Rare Disease, Focuses on Treatments for COVID-19

When a young medical student learned he was dying, he vowed to fight the disease to the bitter end. Along the way, that young man discovered his own cure. 

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'He Has a Plan for Us': Poll Shows Americans Believe COVID Is a Wake-Up Call from God

Nearly two-thirds of American faith-followers view COVID-19 as God's call to bring about change in our lives.

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Pastors Might Need to Make Changes to Sermon Lengths After Lockdowns End

Attending church from home brings with it its own set of problems, including people constantly looking at the time in the corner of the tablet or computer they’re watching the worship service on.

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Are online volunteers taking work from hard-up freelancers?

Furloughed workers are offering their skills for free, but some freelancers are taking issue with the trend.

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A 'Genderbread' Person? CA PTA Secretly Partners with Planned Parenthood to Teach 5th Graders Sex Ed

A Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) in California is working with abortion giant Planned Parenthood to teach sex education to fifth-grade boys and girls.  

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Space Force Unveils Flag; Trump Touts 'Super-Duper Missile'

The U.S. Space Force — the newest branch of the armed services — now has its own flag.

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Trump Picks Vaccine Czar, Sets Aggressive Goal of Vaccine by End of 2020

President Trump says he believes a so-called “dream team” he’s assembled will produce a coronavirus vaccine by the end of the year. It’s a goal that’s beyond aggressive, but the new vaccine czar, Moncef Slaoui, is optimistic.  

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Charges Dropped Against FL Pastor Rodney Howard-Browne, Arrested for Holding Church During Stay-at-Home Orders

Charges against a Florida pastor have been dropped after he was arrested in March for holding a church service during the COVID-19 pandemic, accused of defying orders from authorities in his Florida county.

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Facebook buys GIF-maker Giphy to add to Instagram team

Giphy will join Instagram's team and its library will be integrated into Facebook's platforms

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Lockdown Critic Banned, Senator Labeled 'Terrorist', Pro-Life Ads Blocked: Internet Titans Quarantine Conservative Speech

A group of influential conservatives gathered recently to bring attention to Facebook, Google, and Twitter for censoring certain voices on their platforms.  For example, Twitter recently banned leading black conservative Candace Owens for opposing Michigan’s harsh pandemic clampdown.  The media giants often target those downplaying the coronavirus threat and pushing to get America back to work quicker.

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California Tries to Trick Church into Paying for Abortions: Here's How the Scheme Was Exposed

Can a church be forced to pay for elective abortions even if it goes against its religious beliefs?  Apparently, the state of California thinks so. 

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Coronavirus: Film piracy streaming trebles in lockdown

Lockdown has seen a big rise in piracy, the UK's intellectual property protection group says.

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Disney forces explicit Club Penguin clones offline

Children were sent sexual, racist, homophobic and anti-Semitic messages, a BBC investigation finds.

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US targets Huawei with tighter chip export rules

The action is its latest against the Chinese tech giant, which the US says is a national security threat.

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Google hit by more suspected Oculus VR gadget-scam ads

Some large ads at the top of its results were for sites it now believes were stealing users' cash.

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'Over 3,000 Meals a Day:' Mercy Chefs Joins with Food Bank to Deliver Meals and Hope to Seniors

Food banks across the country continue to face challenges helping those in need during COVID-19.  In partnership with local agencies in Hampton Roads, Virginia, Mercy Chefs is preparing and delivering restaurant quality meals for senior citizens and at-risk kids impacted by the pandemic.

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Facebook to build internet cable 'circumference of Earth'

The cable will wrap around Africa bringing faster internet access to the continent.

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Reopening America: 48 States Easing Their Lockdowns

America is reopening for business. After weeks of lockdowns, millions of Americans are finally getting what many of them have been demanding: the freedom to get out of the house and go back to work.

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Aarogya Setu: Why India's Covid-19 contact tracing app is controversial

Aarogya Setu, India's contact tracing app, has crossed 100 million downloads, but has raised concerns.

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US church sues after bible study 'Zoombombed' by child abuse

A hacker took over worshippers' computers and played 'sickening' images of child abuse, the suit says.

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A passenger drone hotel and other technology news

BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories.

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How coronavirus is changing NHS technology

Hospitals across the UK have been making improvements to their technology in response to Covid-19.

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Grand Theft Auto free download crashes Epic Games store

Within minutes of the offer going live the website began experiencing glitches.

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Coronavirus: Amazon to make face shields and sell at cost

The online retailer will sell protective equipment without making a profit in the United States.

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Both Sides in the Abortion Battle See Changes Wrought by Coronavirus Pandemic

The war over abortion hasn’t ceased because of the ongoing pandemic. While it's brought new challenges to abortion opponents, it’s also provided opportunities to save more babies. The Heritage Foundation brought pro-life activists from very different worlds together for a webinar this week to see how the pandemic is either hurting or helping their cause.

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Both Sides in the Abortion Battle See Changes Wrought by Coronavirus Pandemic

The war over abortion hasn’t ceased because of the ongoing pandemic. While it's brought new challenges to abortion opponents, it’s also provided opportunities to save more babies. The Heritage Foundation brought pro-life activists from very different worlds together for a webinar this week to see how the pandemic is either hurting or helping their cause.

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NC Churches Rally, Religious Rights Group Launches Lawsuit Against Gov. Cooper's Lockdown

Members of churches across the state of North Carolina rallied in downtown Raleigh on Thursday to protest against Gov. Roy Cooper's stay-at-home order and demand the right to hold in-person services inside their church buildings.

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Great Ideas for Kids to Connect with Grandparents - Little Girl Invents a Way to Share a Safe Hug

For many children, there's nothing better than a hug from their grandmother. However, during these days, social distancing and other efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus have made it more difficult for kids to spend time with their grandparents. 

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Detroit Church Cries Out to God to 'Heal Our Land' after COVID-19 Kills Pastor and Son

A congregation in Detroit, MI, is crying out to God to heal the US after both their pastor and his eldest son lost their lives to the COVID-19 virus. 

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Guardian Soulmates to close next month

The newspaper's dating site says the platform is "no longer viable".

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Oklahoma Megachurch Holds First In-Person Services in 'Touchless Environment' Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

After weeks of prayer and thoughtful preparation, Life.Church in Oklahoma City has reopened its sanctuary for weekend worship services. The Oklahoma City campus — along with the multi-site church’s other 21 locations — held gatherings on Saturday and Sunday after weeks of monitoring health guidelines and best practices for meeting safely.

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Showdown Coming? As MI Gov. Extends Lockdown, Armed Militias and Free Speech Protests Rise

Armed militia members were present Monday in Owosso, MI., as Karl Manke's barbershop reopened for business. The members of the Michigan Home Guard were there to block the door of the shop in case the police arrived, according to WEYI, a local NBC News outlet.

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Fed Warns of Possible Long-Term Recession, 3 Million More File Jobless Claims

WASHINGTON – Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the United States may face a prolonged economic downturn, and new unemployment numbers out Thursday morning seem to reinforce his prediction. The latest stats reveal nearly 3 million more Americans filed for jobless aid –coronavirus-related layoffs now reaching 36 million.

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France gives online firms one hour to pull 'terrorist' content

Websites will have just one hour to pull content reported by police, or face huge fines.

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'It's Time to Stand Up for Liberty': Pastor Calls for Wave of US Churches to 'Peaceably Gather' This Sunday

A wave of churches across the country will open for in-person services this Sunday, May 17. It's part of an effort called "Peaceably Gather Sunday," in which congregations look to strike a middle ground which it comes to balancing health and safety against the coronavirus and worshipping without restrictions.

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Fed Warns of Possible Long-Term Recession, 3 Million More File Jobless Claims

WASHINGTON – Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the United States may face a prolonged economic downturn, and new unemployment numbers out Thursday morning seem to reinforce his prediction. The latest stats reveal nearly 3 million more Americans filed for jobless aid –coronavirus-related layoffs now reaching 36 million.

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Coronavirus: False claims viewed by millions on YouTube

About one in four most-viewed coronavirus videos on YouTube contain false claims, research suggests.

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Wristband helps workers maintain social distancing

Rolled out at the port of Antwerp the device vibrates if the wearer is too close to another worker.

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Coronavirus: Uber and Addison Lee to install protective screens

Addison Lee and Uber are installing partitions and providing taxi drivers with protective gear.

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Showdown Coming? As MI Gov. Extends Lockdown, Armed Militias, and Free Speech Protests Rise

Armed militia members were present Monday in Owosso, MI., as Karl Manke's barbershop reopened for business. The members of the Michigan Home Guard were there to block the door of the shop in case the police arrived, according to WEYI, a local NBC News outlet.

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New York City caps fees for food delivery apps

America's biggest city joins others in tightening rules on delivery apps after restaurant complaints.

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The Death of Ahmaud Arbery: Seven Biblical Ways to Respond in a Polarized Age

An autopsy released by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation reports that Ahmaud Arbery was killed by two gunshots to the chest. The report appears to match a viral video of the February shooting in which the 25-year-old black man was killed while jogging in a south Georgia neighborhood.

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'This Is a God Moment, for Sure': New Yorker Discovers Connection Between Husband and Her Mother, Who Died Before They Met

In what she described as a “God moment,” one unnamed New Yorker shared the incredible story of how she learned on her honeymoon that her husband and her late mother had, in fact, met.

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Coronavirus: German contact-tracing app takes different path to NHS

Germany's contact-tracing app will not accept self-diagnosis reports, despite NHS saying they can save lives.

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UK average broadband speeds up despite lockdown wobble

Ofcom's latest broadband report shows speeds are up in the past year, despite a slight lockdown dip.

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Inflatable e-scooter that fits in backpack unveiled

Researchers at Tokyo University unveil a lightweight vehicle they hope will transform commuting.

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Coronavirus: Tesla stand-off eases as officials reach deal

The boss of the electric carmaker had defied shutdown orders to reopen the firm's factory.

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Angela Merkel says she is 'pained' by Russian hacking

Germany's chancellor confirms she was targeted by hackers said to be Russian military intelligence.

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Free Speech Is COVID's Latest Casualty: Doctors Silenced, Protests Censored, Americans Treated Like 'Children'

Freedom of speech is becoming a COVID-19 casualty in America, especially in the public square of social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter. These privately-owned companies are freely censoring certain information.

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Coronavirus: Cyber-attacks hit hospital construction companies

Separate attacks hit companies involved in building emergency hospitals in Birmingham and Yorkshire.

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Iceland's ancestry records give coronavirus clues

Why Iceland's population records and a blood bank could reveal secrets of the coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Twitter allows staff to work from home 'forever'

The social media company said its work-from-home approach during the lockdown had been a success.

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Facebook to pay $52m to content moderators over PTSD

The class-action lawsuit covers moderators working in four US states from 2015 until now.

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Department of Justice Considering Hate Crime Charges in GA Shooting of Ahmaud Arbery

The Department of Justice is considering possible federal hate crime charges in the shooting death of an unarmed black jogger. 

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Australia wins AI 'Eurovision Song Contest'

The competition attracted lots of entries after the official contest was cancelled.

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San Francisco Sued Over 'Deplorable Conditions' Throughout City Streets from Rampant Homelessness

A San Francisco neighborhood, along with the UC Hastings College of the Law, has sued the city of San Francisco over for the "deplorable conditions" throughout the streets and sidewalks from the homeless population.

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Disturbance Near Bahamas Could Strengthen into Season's 1st Tropical System

In less than a week's time, the atmosphere over the eastern United States will shift gears from a weather pattern that favored out-of-season cold and snow to one that yields summerlike warmth and even the potential for early tropical activity in the Atlantic Ocean -- despite the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season being weeks away.

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Google Search results topped by suspected scam gadget store

The store listed hard-to-find technology and exercise equipment at discount prices and is now offline.

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Fauci, Other Health Experts to Testify in Senate Hearing Tuesday

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease expert, will testify at a Senate hearing today and he's expected to warn Congress that if the country reopens too soon during the Coronavirus pandemic, it will result in "needless suffering and death."

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Coronavirus: Twitter will label Covid-19 fake news

World leaders such as President Trump will be included in the new policy, Twitter confirms in a tweet.

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'It's an Inalienable Right': Frustrated Americans Defy Quarantine, Say It's Time to Return to Work

In some states, people are back on the job, even in defiance of state orders. It is a growing move as some Americans argue that the government has overstepped its bounds.

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Scrabble fans slam 'sparkly abomination' new app

A new app designed to replace the existing official Scrabble app has sparked hundreds of complaints.

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Hackers hit A-list law firm of Lady Gaga, Drake and Madonna

Grubman Shire Meiselas & Sacks hit by hackers who claim to have contracts and personal emails of stars.

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Report: Anti-Semitic Incidents in US Hit Record High in 2019

American Jews were targets of more anti-Semitic incidents in 2019 than any other year over the past four decades, a surge marked by deadly attacks on a California synagogue, a Jewish grocery store in New Jersey and a rabbi’s New York home, the Anti-Defamation League reported Tuesday.

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Bitcoin 'halving': What does the much-hyped event mean?

Investors are debating what impact the adjustment will have on the cryptocurrency market.

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Social distancing game inspired by professor's lockdown walk

Players of the free game must avoid other people and collect PPE and healthy food to gain points.

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Coronavirus: Musk defies orders to reopen Tesla's California plant

The boss of the electric carmaker said he would be on the assembly line with other Tesla workers.

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'He Took Care of Me, I Took Care of Him': Retired Navy SEAL Writes Book Honoring His Service Dog

The almost 20-year war on terror has claimed many American casualties.  

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Important Supreme Court Case Asks, 'Are Religious Teachers Ministers? Should the Law Treat Them as Such?'

Who should decide who gets to teach or preach a religion’s doctrines?  The faith institution or the government?  That question just went before the U.S. Supreme Court. 

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'I'm God's Hands and Feet': NY Pastor Praised for Tirelessly Serving Families Impacted by COVID-19

One New York pastor is being praised for his endless efforts to assist those who have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.

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Important Supreme Court Case Asks, 'Are Religious Teachers Ministers? Should the Law Treat Them as Such?'

Who should decide who gets to teach or preach a religion’s doctrines?  The faith institution or the government?  That question just went before the U.S. Supreme Court. 

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Cedarville University President Says He Didn't Know the Full Story: On Leave While Investigators Examine Staff Hiring

The board of trustees at Cedarville University has placed President Thomas White on administrative leave, awaiting results from investigations into the hiring of a staff member, Dr. Anthony Moore, and his relationships with students.

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Michigan Sheriff Says He Will Not Enforce Gov. Whitmer’s Lockdown Orders

Several Michigan businesses — and even one sheriff’s office — are flouting the twice-extended stay-at-home order from controversial Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

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New York Governor Announces New Guidelines for Nursing Homes, Requires Staff Testing Twice Weekly

Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D-NY) is taking extra measures to protect the elderly against COVID-19.

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Coronavirus: A4-sized face shields 'too narrow' for PPE

Some PPE being made by communities does not offer enough protection from Covid-19 to frontline workers.

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The tech industry's winners and losers in lockdown

Unprecedented times are bad news for many - but not all. Some major technology companies are thriving.

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Regent University Holds First Virtual Commencement for Largest Graduating Class in School History

For years Regent University graduates have walked and even danced across a patio into their futures with the roar of family and friends celebrating. But this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony took place virtually.

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Regent University Holds First Virtual Commencement for Largest Graduating Class in School History

For years Regent University graduates have walked and even danced across a patio into their futures with the roar of family and friends celebrating. But this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony took place virtually.

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Coronavirus: Robot dog enforces social distancing in Singapore park

The four-legged robot carries a camera and speaker to play social distancing messages in Singapore.

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Apps and sites to help cope with the stress of lockdown

BBC Click finds the mental health sites and wellness apps which may help during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Elon Musk vows to move Tesla factory in lockdown row

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the firm will leave California after he is ordered to keep a factory shut.

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'God Blessed Me': Centenarians Celebrate Birthday During Their Second Historic Global Pandemic

Birthday celebrations during COVID-19 have been unique and memorable this year. For some people, they are particularly momentous because it's the second historic pandemic they've lived through - both 2020 and the devastating 1918 Spanish flu.

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White House Virus Task Force Members Face Quarantine

Three members of the White House coronavirus task force, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, placed themselves in quarantine after contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, another stark reminder that not even one of the nation’s most secure buildings is immune from the virus.

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Depressed Michigan Barber Defies Lockdown: I'll Be Open 'Until Jesus Walks In'

Karl Manke, a 77-year-old barber from Owosso, Michigan, had been following all the rules since they were first implemented in mid-March. But he couldn’t do it any longer.

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Kentucky Churches Win: Get the Go-Ahead for In-Person Services Beginning Mother's Day

All Kentucky churches may hold in-person services beginning immediately if they practice social distancing.

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How You Can Fight Back Against People Who Try to Silence Your COVID-19 Prayers

Government officials and others who are being harassed for prayers and other religious expressions during this pandemic are being offered legal advice.

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Pence Meets Iowa Faith Leaders, Says Lack of Religious Services Has Been 'Burden'

Vice President Mike Pence spoke Friday to a group of faith leaders in Iowa about the importance of resuming religious services, saying the cancellations in the name of slowing the spread of the coronavirus have “been a burden” for congregants.

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Nvidia RTX: Noise-destroying AI put to the test

BBC Click's Chris Fox puts two noise-cancelling AI systems through a series of challenges.

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Coronavirus: 'Phone apps helped me spend time with my dying mum'

Andrew's mother was dying in hospital under lockdown, so he used technology to spend time with her.

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Anti-Religion Activist Wants Colonel Muzzled, Punished for 'Horrific', 'Heinous', 'Wretched' Public Worship

A group known for challenging religious expression in the military has lodged a complaint with the commander of the US Army Garrison in Stuttgart, Germany, against an Air Force officer for conducting church services from his barracks balcony. The complaint letter describes the singing and Bible reading from the balcony as "hideous" and "wretched", allegedly creating a "particularly horrific, unconstitutional situation."  

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'Not Asking for Permission': Hundreds of California Churches Plan to Open May 31

Hundreds of California pastors have signed a petition affirming that they'll open their doors on May 31st, with or without the governor's permission.

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Coronavirus: Social media battles new 'Plandemic' virus conspiracy video

A slickly-produced "documentary" has exploded across social media, pedalling medical misinformation.

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Call for credit card freeze on porn sites

Ten leading bodies say porn sites stream content featuring child sexual abuse and sex trafficking.

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Robot offers help to human co-workers and other tech stories

BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the best of the week's technology stories.

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Facebook and Google extend work from home to year end

The tech giants plan to re-open offices soon but will allow employees to work remotely throughout 2020.

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Arrests Made in Shooting Death of Black Man After Outcry

Georgia authorities arrested a white father and son Thursday and charged them with murder in the February shooting death of a black man they had pursued in a truck after spotting him running in their neighborhood.

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Uber says 'no sacred cows' as it faces crisis

The firm has already announced job cuts affecting 14% of its staff.

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President Trump, First Lady Melania Commemorate National Day of Prayer in Rose Garden Ceremony

President Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted a special Rose Garden event for the National Day of Prayer Thursday afternoon. 

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Xbox: Microsoft reveals first games for Series X console

The Xbox team shows off new footage of the highly anticipated Assassin's Creed: Valhalla.

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President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump Commemorate National Day of Prayer in Rose Garden Ceremony

President Trump and first lady Melania Trump are hosting a special Rose Garden event for the National Day of Prayer today at 4:00 pm. Vice President Mike Pence will also be in attendance. 

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Coronavirus: NHS reveals source code behind contact-tracing app

More than 40,000 people have downloaded the contact tracing app so far, ahead of a wider release.

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United States of Snitching: Tattletales Turn on Fellow Americans, KC Mayor Tells Churches to Turn in Their Members

Many people across the country have become pandemic snitches, calling the police and public health authorities as well as shaming their fellow Americans on social media about not wearing masks, and not participating in social distancing. Some have gone as far as even calling people's employers to snitch on them. 

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Hospital Chaplains Report Uptick in Questions About Eternity, Fight Through Their Own Tears to Help the Grieving

Former Desert Storm veteran Rocky Walker calls himself the "COVID chaplain." He has worked for years with heart patients at Manhattan's Mount Sinai Hospital, but now he's working in a "COVID-only" unit with patients who, for the most part, are intubated or sometimes not even conscious. Their family members can't visit.

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Coronavirus: Google ends plans for smart city in Toronto

Sister firm Sidewalk Labs cites Covid-19 as the reason for stepping back from its ambitious plan.

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'God's Glory Across the Earth': The National Day of Prayer Moves This Year's Events Online

On Thursday, May 7 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern time, the National Day of Prayer Task Force hosts a nationwide telecast that will be carried on several major media outlets, including the CBN News Channel, and will be streamed online.

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'We Have to Get Our Country Open Again': More States Reopen but New Hot Spots Still Popping Up

How soon is too soon? That's the question facing states as they look to reopen and new hot spots emerge around the country. The former head of the CDC, Dr. Tom Frieden, predicts the number of coronavirus deaths in the United States will exceed 100,000 by the end of this month.

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Coronavirus: Scam sites selling masks and fake cures taken down

More than 160,000 suspicious emails have been reported to a new scam-busting service in two weeks.

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Cell Phone Video of Georgia Black Man Being Killed Sparks Calls for Justice

A Georgia prosecutor is calling for a grand jury investigation in the killing of a young black man. Ahmaud Arbery, 25, died in a confrontation on February 23 with two white men who told police he looked like a suspect in several burglaries in their neighborhood.

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Coronavirus contact-tracing: World split between two types of app

The UK is testing its own design but a Google-Apple initiative is winning over many other nations.

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Facebook update crashes TikTok and other rivals

The social network apologised after a software update affects several popular apps on iPhones.

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Virgin Media and O2 join forces to take on BT

A tie-up is agreed that will create one of the UK's largest mobile, broadband and media firms.

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Coronavirus: Will offices be safe for a return to work?

Here's a look at some of the technology that might help monitor the health of employees.

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New York Is Charging Samaritan’s Purse Income Tax After the Charity Worked for Free

Samaritan’s Purse has no expectation of receiving a single penny for the weeks of work they did in Central Park to combat the coronavirus. But now New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) is asking them to pay up.

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'Let's Go Love People': VA Beach Group Encourages Doctors, Nurses, and Patients by Praying at Hospitals

In Virginia, as of May 6, nearly 21,000 residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since the outbreak began and more than 700 have died. But a Virginia Beach prayer group is making a difference in this pandemic by praying outside of several area hospitals. 

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'Ridiculous': States Tell Supreme Court to Force Nuns to Violate Their 'God-Given Right of Conscience'

More than 10 years after it became law, the Affordable Care Act is back before the US Supreme Court, pitting birth control funding against religious liberty. Wednesday's hearing at the high court was all about forcing nuns to violate their religious beliefs.

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Fortnite announces Party Royale as players reach 350 million

Fortnite has become a popular places for virtual meet-ups while coronavirus lockdowns are in place.

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Sonos Arc soundbar makes jump to Dolby Atmos audio

Speaker-maker adopts "3D audio" tech, but may suffer from coronavirus's impact on consumer spending.

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United States of Snitching: Tattletales Turn on Fellow Americans, KC Mayor Tells Churches to Turn in Their Members

Many people across the country have become pandemic snitches, calling the police and public health authorities as well as shaming their fellow Americans on social media about not wearing masks, and not participating in social distancing. Some have gone as far as even calling people's employers to snitch on them. 

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Pastors and Lawmakers Send Message to VA Governor: Religious Services Will Resume Amid COVID-19

Pastors and lawmakers across the state of Virginia are defending their religious freedom by resuming in-person church services beginning May 10, despite an executive order from the Commonwealth's governor prohibiting such events.

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News Nuggets: Meat Shortage Hits Wendy's, Coronavirus Is Mutating, and National Nurses Day

The US is seeing the beginnings of a mild meat shortage after a handful of meat processors closed facilities due to COVID-19 outbreaks. Notably, the shortage hit the fast-food giant Wendy's this week.

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Pastor Greg Laurie Predicts a 'Spiritual Awakening' Despite Churches Not Meeting in Person

For most Americans, the word “revival” is part of our cultural iconography — complete with big tents and Billy Graham-style preaching.

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Facebook's 'supreme court' members announced

The first 20 members include ex-Guardian editor Alan Rusbridger and a former Danish prime minister.

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'I Found Out My Family Was Gone Over a Facebook Headline': Baseball Player Blake Bivens Keeping Faith After Unimaginable Tragedy

Blake Bivens, a minor league pitcher for the Tampa Bay Rays, revealed Sunday he learned his family was dead in the most unimaginable way possible: from Facebook.

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Zoom tackles hackers with new security measures

The video-calling platform is attempting to bring 'zoombombing' to an end.

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Trump Says It's Time to Reopen America Safely, Offers 'Love' and Advice for Folks Over 60

President Trump says it's time for the focus of the country to shift. His administration is now working to find a way to get the economy back up and running – while also protecting people.

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How to pick family-friendly video games in lockdown

Navigating the gaming landscape can be tough but there are guides which can aid parents and carers.

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Life inside the UK's first 'TikTok house'

These six creators moved in together to make viral TikTok videos.

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Coronavirus: Can live-streaming save China's economy?

In China, the live-streaming industry has become an important platform for economic recovery.

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Lockdown and loaded: virus triggers video game boost

The makers of 'Call of Duty: Warzone' and 'Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order' games see demand soar.

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Justice Ginsburg in Hospital with Infection, Court Says

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was hospitalized Tuesday with an infection caused by a gallstone, the Supreme Court said.

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'A Modern-Day Ezra Moment'? Fight Pandemic Isolation with This Bible Connection

A free online Bible program is encouraging virtual Bible reading during the COVID19 pandemic stay-at-home orders for those who might be feeling isolated and anxious. 

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95-Year-Old WWII Vet Prompts More Than 250,000 to Pray: 'The Spiritual Awakening Has Begun!'

One North Carolina pastor, who has preached at revivals for more than 70 years, says God told him to pray for a spiritual awakening in America. 

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Is a COVID-19 Vaccine By End of 2020 a Realistic Expectation?

The Trump administration is pushing hard to have a COVID-19 vaccine by the end of the year. But what are the risks of moving too fast? Dr. David Perlmutter weighs in with his thoughts on that question on Tuesday's 700 Club.

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While You Were Sleeping: 'Midnight Moms' Movement Rallies a Million Prayers for Exhausted Mothers

A global prayer movement is taking place right now, but you may not have heard of it because it is happening while most people are sleeping. 

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Where Does America Stand as Trump Begins to Visit States? Could We Really See 100,000 Deaths?

President Trump is back on the road today as he takes a trip to Arizona after spending most of the last two months at the White House working on the coronavirus outbreak.

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Coronavirus: How will you commute to work after lockdown?

Interest in finding an alternative to public transport is growing as people think about returning to the office.

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Redcar council cyber-attack: 90% of systems working

Redcar and Cleveland Council's systems are returning to normal after a ransomware attack.

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Latvian drone fuelled for days goes missing, restricting airspace

A Latvian UAV was fuelled for four days of flight before operators lost track of it.

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Bois Locker Room: Indian teens' lewd Instagram group causes outrage

A 15-year-old boy is detained in connection with a group that shared images of underage girls.

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Elon Musk acts on promise to sell possessions with house sales

The Tesla boss and new father is reportedly selling homes after saying "possessions weigh you down".

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Couples get married in virtual wedding ceremonies

Video calling technology is helping people share their special day with others during lockdown.

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The groundbreaking way to search lungs for Covid-19

Artificial intelligence technology is being rapidly deployed worldwide to help tackle Covid-19.

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YouTube signs exclusive deal with PewDiPie

The popular video maker has been at the centre of controversy over anti-Semitic posts he made in the past.

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Regent University Offers Free Webinar on Political Campaigns, Activism During COVID-19 Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has created numerous political and social questions for America.

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Justice Department Sides with Virginia Church in Lawsuit After Pastor Cited for Holding In-Person Worship Services

The Department of Justice is siding with a Virginia church in its lawsuit against Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam (D). 

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Spotted in Washington State: Scientists on High Alert to Stop Invasive Asian Hornets

If you thought staying inside was a good idea during the COVID-19 pandemic, here's another potential reason to stay inside. A giant insect called "the murder hornet" – which kills bees – has made its way to the US and has put scientists on high alert to find and stop the invasive species. 

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'We are Equally Wonderful in the Site of God': Former President George W. Bush Offers Uplifting Message During Pandemic

Former President George W. Bush is encouraging Americans to serve society's most vulnerable and needy during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: UK contact-tracing app is ready for Isle of Wight downloads

Isle of Wight council staff and healthcare workers will be invited to start testing app on Tuesday.

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Coronavirus: Amazon vice president quits at virus firings

A senior engineer claims 'a vein of toxicity' is running through the firm which fired protestors.

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O2 and Virgin Media in talks to merge

A tie-up between two of the UK's largest mobile, broadband and media firms could create a major rival to BT.

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Coronavirus France: Cameras to monitor masks and social distancing

New surveillance software will help French police enforce mask-wearing and social distancing.

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Facebook unveils 'human-like' chatbot

It says almost half of people preferred interactions with the bot compared with a person.

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Tesla applies to generate electricity in UK market

The company says its licence to generate power for the UK is tied to its new Autobidder product.

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'I Thank God Every Day': VA Canvas Company Retools to Make Masks While Employing Laid-Off Workers

While the country tries to navigate the COVID-19 crisis, the shortage of protective equipment remains an ongoing issue, especially for those on the frontlines. Across the country, business leaders are responding often by totally changing their production lines. 

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'I Thank God Every Day': VA Canvas Company Retools to Make Masks While Employing Laid-Off Workers

While the country tries to navigate the COVID-19 crisis, the shortage of protective equipment remains an ongoing issue, especially for those on the frontlines. Across the country, business leaders are responding often by totally changing their production lines. 

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Coronavirus: Far-right spreads Covid-19 'infodemic' on Facebook

An investigation details how extremists are trying to exploit the pandemic via the social network.

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Covid-19: Investigating the spread of fake coronavirus news

In a joint investigation BBC Click investigates the groups behind fake news about the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Ghana's dancing pallbearers become Covid-19 meme

Social media users have adopted the troupe as a dark-humoured symbol of death in the time of Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: High-schoolers take their proms online

With social distancing in place, teenagers are hosting their proms on Zoom.

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Police Accuse Mom of 'Allowing' Her Daughter to Play at Neighbor's House

A Wisconsin mom videotaped two police officers who showed up at her home and accused her of “allowing” her daughter to play at a friend's house, an act they deemed to be in defiance of Wisconsin’s “Stay at Home” order.

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Must See Videos: Stay Safe During COVID-19 With Hand Washing & Good Hygiene

While washing your hands is one of the best ways to stop the spread of germs, the twenty-second process can get old quickly, especially if we're singing the happy birthday song.

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Coronavirus: Contact tracing app to be trialled on Isle of Wight

The experiment is part of the government's track and trace strategy aimed at limiting a second wave.

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Christian ER Doctor: 'I Think It's Time for Us to Phase Back Into Normalcy'

Lina Abujamra, a pediatric ER doctor, said Thursday she believes it’s time for the country to begin to “phase back into normalcy.” The Christian doctor’s comments come as several states — including Georgia, Colorado, Texas, and Florida — are beginning to ease coronavirus-related restrictions.

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Love Bug's creator tracked down to repair shop in Manila

Two decades after the world's first major computer virus, an author finds the perpetrator in Manila.

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'Victory for Religious Freedom': Appeals Court's Saturday Ruling Protects Kentucky Church’s Sunday Services

A three-judge panel of the US Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals restricted Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear's orders banning church services at Maryville Baptist Church – protecting the congregation’s worship services on Sunday.

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Coronavirus: David Icke's channel deleted by YouTube

The platform says Mr Icke repeatedly violated its policies by posting misleading videos about Covid-19.

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Trump Administration Denies COVID-19 Relief Funding to Planned Parenthood

The Trump Administration is making sure no relief funds go to Planned Parenthood, the country's leading abortion provider.

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Thunderstorms to Boom Over Nation's Midsection as air Masses Collide

The middle of the nation experienced a brief reprieve from widespread severe weather late this week. However, thunderstorms are poised to flare up over the weekend as a mass of hot air floods into the atmosphere over the Plains and Midwest. 

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'God was Keeping her Safe out There': TN Family Reunites With Dog 54 Days after Tornado Destroys Home

A dog is back home with her family after being lost for 54 days following a devastating tornado that hit their home in Cookeville, Tennessee.

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COMMENTARY: Seven Keys to Reopening Your Church After COVID-19

As we settle into the new norm COVID-19 has created for us, it's time to think about what happens when our churches reopen.

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Coronavirus: Coping with lockdown on poor broadband

Slow wi-fi under lockdown and how to speed it up.

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Elon Musk tweet wipes $14bn off Tesla's value

The tweet was one of several bizarre postings, including a promise to sell his possessions.

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One-Quarter of All Americans Say Their Faith Has Strengthened Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

Church buildings have been closed across the country, but many Americans say their faith has still grown during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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Regent University Will Open its Virginia Beach Campus for Classes This Fall

Regent University has announced it will open its Virginia Beach, VA, campus for in-person classes beginning Aug. 24.

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Coronavirus: Ireland and UK opt for different tracing approaches

The border with Northern Ireland presents "technical challenges" that have yet to be solved.

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Controversial sale of .org web domain blocked

Ethos Capital wanted to run the company behind .org web domains for profit.

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Jerry Falwell, Jr. Warns Christians 'Not to Give Up Their Rights' Just Because Someone Says 'There's a Wolf at the Door'

Jerry Falwell, Jr., president of Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA, says America's religious freedoms guaranteed by the US Constitution should not disappear even in time of a pandemic. 

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'Re-Open Church Sunday': Justice Dept. Pushes Back as State and Local Governments Threaten Religious Liberties

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, restrictions on church services and other gatherings have become a top religious freedom issue. This has led to lawsuits against a handful of states, questioning whether protecting public health overrules the constitutional rights of Americans. 

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Is 'Faithful America' the Voice of Christians? Who Are They?

The group 'Faithful America' claims to have "Fought Hobby Lobby," "Convinced Google to Drop World Vision," and got MSNBC to "drop Family Research Council" as a guest on its news shows. "Faithful America" is now quoted by the media as the voice of American Christians, even while it protests against evangelical leaders like Franklin Graham, Jerry Falwell, Jr., and Albert Mohler. 

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Coronavirus: David Icke kicked off Facebook

Mr Icke's page was removed for publishing "health misinformation that could cause physical harm".

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Deezer develops AI to detect explicit song lyrics

The streaming service says it hopes to make it easier for people to hide offensive content.

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Coronavirus lockdown hastens e-book VAT exemption

Amazon says it will reduce prices but the Times newspaper subscription will remain the same.

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The International: Major eSports tournament postponed

Last year the event had a prize pool worth $35m (£28m).

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Coronavirus: Virtual marriage on Animal Crossing

A couple whose ceremony was cancelled invite friends and family to watch them tie the knot on screen.

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A robot controlled by muscle signals and other tech news

BBC Click's Omar Mehtab looks at some of the best of the week's technology stories.

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