New Submachine Gun

The U.S. Army Selects New Submachine Gun

The Swiss-made Brugger and Thomet APC9K is the Army’s first official subgun since World War II.

By Kyle Mizokami
YOUTUBE

The U.S. Army has officially selected the Brugger and Thomet APC9K to outfit its Personal Security Details.

The APC9K is the first new submachine gun for the U.S. Army since the M3 “Greasegun” of World War II. The service will buy 350 of the compact automatic weapons for $2.5 million, with an option to buy 1,000 more. The B&T APC9K beat out guns from more than ten other companies, including Colt and Heckler and Koch, as well as guns based on the M-16 and MP-5 weapons platforms.

Cars are Crazy Expensive

It's Not Just You: Cars are Crazy Expensive

Average prices are up 29 percent from 2009.

BY ZACH BOWMAN
ZACH BOWMAN

We finally know how much the 2020 Jeep Gladiator will cost. The truck starts at a shave north of $35,000, delivered. And if that seems insane for a steel-wheeled pickup truck to you, you’re not alone. We see all sorts of new vehicles around here, and increasingly, the first question out of any of our mouths is not, "how much horsepower does it have?" but rather, "What was the sticker?" That’s where the really shocking numbers tend to lie.

Famed Oceanic Hole

In Famed Oceanic Hole, a Chilling Discovery

2 bodies discovered during expedition into Great Blue Hole by Cousteau's grandson

By Evann Gastaldo

This undated image provided by the Belize Tourist Board shows an aerial view of the Great Blue Hole, a popular diving site that is part of Belize’s barrier reef.   (AP Photo/Belize Tourist Board)

Belize's Great Blue Hole was popularized by underwater explorer Jacques Cousteau in a 1971 episode of his series, The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau.

1st Ever Photo of a Black Hole

We Might Be About to See the First Ever Photo of a Black Hole

An announcement next week by an international collaboration might contain the first-ever photo of a black hole's event horizon.

By Avery Thompson
PHOTO 12/GETTY IMAGES

Next week, a collection of countries around the world are going to make a big announcement, and no one is sure exactly what it’s going to be. However, there are some possibilities, and the most exciting one is that they are about to reveal the first-ever photograph of the event horizon of a black hole.

Today's Encouragement

The Power of Remembering through Traditions 

Jessica Smartt

“And when your children ask you, ‘What does this ceremony mean to you?’ then tell them, ‘It is the Passover sacrifice to the LORD, who passed over the houses of the Israelites in Egypt and spared our homes when he struck down the Egyptians.’” Exodus 12:26-27a (NIV)

Consistently Inconsistent

by Shawn McEvoy, Crosswalk.com Editorial Director

But if you're not sure, if you notice that you are acting in ways inconsistent with what you believe - some days trying to impose your opinions on others, other days just trying to please them - then you know that you're out of line. If the way you live isn't consistent with what you believe, then it's wrong.
Romans 14:23, The Message

Never brag on a four-and-a-half year-old.

Bitcoin jumps

Bitcoin jumps 20 percent, mystery order seen as catalyst

Tom Wilson, Tommy Wilkes

LONDON (Reuters) - Bitcoin soared to its highest in almost five months on Tuesday, pulling smaller cryptocurrencies up with it, after a major order by an anonymous buyer set off a frenzy of computer-driven trading, analysts said.

The original cryptocurrency soared as much as 20 percent in Asian trading, breaking $5,000 for the first time since mid-November. By mid-afternoon, it had settled around $4,800, still up 16 percent in its biggest one-day gain since April last year.

Big Changes at Whole Foods

Amazon Is Making Big Changes at Whole Foods

New round of price cuts takes effect Wednesday

By Rob Quinn

A Whole Foods Market in Upper Saint Clair, Pa.   (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Whole Foods is taking steps to change its "Whole Paycheck" image with another round of price cuts.

Movie Preview - Pet Sematary

Measle Cases

Measles count in US this year already more than all of 2018

Measles cases in the US have already surged past the total for all of last year, officials say

By MIKE STOBBE 

The number of U.S. measles cases through the first three months of this year have surpassed the count for all of 2018, health officials say.

There have been 387 cases through March, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Monday. There were 372 last year.

Today's Encouragement

Start Fresh: Repairing Fractured Relationships

Blythe Daniel

“Then they will rebuild the ancient ruins, They will raise up the former devastations; And they will repair the ruined cities, The desolations of many generations.” Isaiah 61:4 (NASB)

My mother, Helen, didn’t have the luxury of many loving moments with her mother. Throughout Mom’s childhood and adult years, my grandmother was battling the effects of anger, alcoholism and anxiety. When something didn’t go right, her anger went over the top. You can never do anything right. You’re so stupid. My mother walked on eggshells, trying to avoid the constant verbal and emotional abuse.

Wed Devotional

Seeing Clearly

By Touching Lives 

“My ears had heard of You but now my eyes have seen You.  Therefore I despise myself and repent in dust and ashes.”  Job 42:5-6

Daily News Roundup

Daily News Roundup: Another Day, Another Data Breach 

CAMERON SUMMERSON 

It’s April Fools’ Day, but you won’t find any fake news here. Today we’ll take a look at the top stories from the weekend, including the demise of AirPower, government malware in the Google Play Store, and more.

Transforming Wing

NASA and MIT's Transforming Wing Could Change How Planes Are Built

Composed of hundreds of small, identical pieces, the shape-shifting wing can automatically morph to the most efficient shape for a given stage of flight. 

By Eric Limer
ELI GERSHENFELD, NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER

NASA is no stranger to transforming aircraft. Consider the ten-engine drone called Greased Lightning, which can shift from VTOL into cruise mode in midflight.

‘Beach Body’ Anxiety

How to Break Away From ‘Beach Body’ Anxiety

Oliver Strewe/Getty Images/Lonely Planet Images

Everybody has a “beach body.”

LAURA DELARATO 

The internal panic sparked by a beach trip takes up more space in our brains than we should allow.

We've been fed a fictitious understanding that only one kind of body is allowed on display at the proverbial runways of a sandy coastline. If it hasn't been toned, plucked, waxed, slenderized, and dieted, then it should stay home — or dare not display any kind of unsuitable imperfection.

Movie Preview - The Best of Enemies

Today's Encouragement

Our One True Comfort 

Kaitlin Wernet

“Even the darkness is not dark to you; the night is bright as the day, for darkness is as light with you.” Psalm 139:12 (ESV)

Of all the things that have let me down in this life, my Crock-Pot is not yet one of them. And for someone who has been known to call her mother — who lives states away — to ask, “Why is my chicken still pink in the middle?” … this is nothing short of a miracle.

Tues Devotional

Revealed

By Touching Lives 

“…And they (Seraphim) were calling to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD Almighty; the whole earth is full of His glory.’”  Isaiah 6:3

The single most important thing about you is not how much money you make.  It is not what you look like or how popular you are.  The most important thing about you is how you see God.  The reason for this truth is simple: If your view of God is wrong then your view of everything else is wrong, too.  Your view of yourself is shaped by your view of God.  Your view of other people is determined by your view of God.  Your view of possessions, politics, religion, career and education are all wrapped up in your view of God.  You cannot possibly understand what is really important if you do not see God correctly.

Sorts News

2019 March Madness: What happened as Duke came up short on its final possessions in loss to Michigan State

Duke was down two points in the final seconds and did not let the game rest in the hands of Zion Williamson

by Tyler Savitsky

Duke had plenty of chances to tie or win the game in its East Regional final game vs. Michigan State on Sunday, but with the game on the line repeatedly came up short and lost 68-67.

Player of the year candidate Zion Williamson was nowhere to be found on Duke's final possessions. Williamson only took one shot in the last six minutes of the game, a layup with 1:40 left -- a basket that would be the Blue Devils' last made shot of the season.

Smartest People Birth Month

The Smartest People Were Born in This Month, Study Suggests

CAILEY RIZZO

You may think you’re smart — but are you smarter than someone born in September?

Those born in September are, apparently, the smartest out of the entire year.

Weekend Box Office Results

Disney's 'Dumbo' Flies to #1 While 'Captain Marvel' Nears $1 Billion Worldwide

by Brad Brevet

Disney's Dumbo was unable to reach studio or industry expectations, but still managed a #1 finish, making for the third different #1 film at the domestic weekend box office in as many weeks. Meanwhile holdovers such as Us and Captain Marvel continued their strong performances and Pure Flix's release of the anti-abortion drama Unplanned managed to out-perform expectations and find itself a spot in the top five.

Today's Encouragement

Keep Showing Up

Karen Ehman

“The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23 (ESV)

I often joke that my home is decorated not in a fixer-upper, mid-century modern manner or even the ever-so-popular shabby chic style, but in a blend of secondhand traditional and ever-eclectic Craigslist. Our house is full of hand-me-downs from a relative or purchases from a nearby stranger who no longer wanted their ware.

Mon Devotional

Are You Choking?

By Touching Lives 

“The seed that fell among thorns stands for those who hear, but as they go on their way they are choked by life’s worries, riches and pleasures, and they do not mature.”  Luke 8:14

Most Stolen New Car

Report reveals most stolen new car model

 Ed Leefeldt  

© Credit: CBSNews

Despite new anti-theft devices, the car theft industry costs motorists and insurers $6 billion a year Older Honda Civics are the most likely to be stolen, but Nissan Altimas are the most-favored new model by thieves. Alaska is a new hot spot for car thieves, with thefts in the state jumping 40 percent in one year

Aircraft Carrier Is Delayed

The Navy’s Newest Aircraft Carrier Is Delayed, Yet Again

The USS Ford is already two years behind schedule and billions over budget.

By Kyle Mizokami
U.S. NAVY/GETTY IMAGES

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the first in a new class of aircraft carriers, will be delivered to the U.S. Navy three months later than planned. The Navy says the delay is necessary to resolve issues with the ship’s nuclear propulsion system and elevators designed to lift munitions up to the hangar. The technologically ambitious Ford, which introduces several technologies to frontline service, is already at least two years behind schedule.

Easter

Easter: All That Matters vs All I Live For

by Shawn McEvoy, Crosswalk.com Editorial Director

He has risen, just as He said.
Matthew 28:6, NIV

What would I ever do if someone I knew came back from the dead? Especially if he had said he would, and if he had spent a couple nights in a grave already?

These are the Fruits

These are the Fruit of the Spirit... Oh, Wait! I’m Missing One!

by Carrie Dedrick, Editor, Crosswalk.com

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.

Galatians 5:22-23a

Patience is a virtue. 

Unfortunately, I don’t have it.

Focused Life

The Power of a Focused Life

By Rick Warren

“Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty” (Proverbs 21:5 NLT).

If you want God to use you in great ways, you need focus. The more focused you are, the more effective you’ll be—and the more God will use you.

No foolin! Nor'easter

No foolin! Nor'easter to bring rain, wind and maybe snow to East Coast next week

By Doyle Rice

STORY HIGHLIGHTS

• Winter not over yet
• Snow could fall in the mountains
• Storm will be strongest along the coast

This is no April Fool's joke.

A powerful early April nor'easter storm is forecast to wallop the East Coast with rain, wind, pounding surf, and maybe even some unwelcome snow next week.

Daily News Roundup

Daily News Roundup: Office Depot Faked Malware Scans, Prime Members Get Free Switch Online, and More

CAMERON SUMMERSON 

Happy Friday, guys and gals! While Apple and Microsoft have been quiet for the last day, there’s a little bit to talk about in Google-land. But the biggest news? Office Depot has been duping users. And it makes me sad.

Rugged Tank Robot

Grizzly Is a Rugged Tank Robot That Could Carry a Soldier’s Stuff

The tracked robot could haul an infantry squad’s heavy equipment, freeing soldiers to move more quickly.

By Kyle Mizokami
TEXTRON SYSTEMS

The modern solider is overburdened, so defense researchers have been trying to invent new ways to lighten the load, such as wearable exoskeletons that shoulder some of the weight. Now, here comes the latest possible solution, a tracked robot designed to operate with Army ground forces, carrying important, heavy gear.

A Springtime Mystery

by Katherine Britton

"For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse."
Romans 1:20

I'm a Hypocrite

by John UpChurch

“And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full.” Matthew 6:5 

The college-me would call the current-me a hypocrite. That’s what I did back then. Anyone claiming to be a Christian automatically earned that prestigious title. I could judge, after all, because I sat in my lofty seat in the college library and weighed such grave matters in my head and in my poetry. My pencil could strike down any Christ-follower with a witty rhyme. I knew they were all fake.

Woman Feels No Pain

Woman Feels No Pain, Didn't Realize It Until Age 65

Jo Cameron has been through several operations and childbirth without painkillers

By Richard Kemeny

Jo Cameron doesn't need these.   (Getty Images)

It sounds like something out of a superhero movie: There's a woman living in Scotland who feels no pain.

Lucky Charms Give Away

Lucky Charms Is Giving Away 15,000 Marshmallow-only Boxes

General Mills

They know what the people want.

CAITLIN PETREYCIK / FOODANDWINE.COM

The marshmallows are the real stars of Lucky Charms cerealthis link opens in a new tab (anyone who claims otherwise is for sure a cop), and General Mills knows it. That's why the food manufacturer is capitalizing on our love of candy for breakfast by bringing back its Lucky Charms Marshmallow Only promotion—only this time they're going big.

Potential Blackhawk Replacement

First Flight of the SB-1 Defiant, a Potential Blackhawk Helicopter Replacement

The Defiant, or something very much like it, could replace the UH-60 Blackhawk transport helicopter in U.S. Army service.

By Kyle Mizokami
SIKORSKY BOEING

The SB-1 Defiant helicopter, a new rotary-winged aircraft design developed by Sikorsky-Boeing, flew for the first time on Friday, March 21, 2019.

Today's Encouragement

I Want to Be Pursued 

Sharon Jaynes

“But the LORD God called to the man, ‘Where are you?’” Genesis 3:9 (NIV)

The first time I eyed him, he was sitting on the floor at a friend’s Bible study with his back against the wall, dressed in scruffy jeans and a red flannel shirt with the sleeves rolled halfway up his muscular forearms. His thick brown hair and chocolate-brown eyes left me weak in the knees. And the best part was that this handsome man (whom I eventually married) had a tattered Bible in his lap. I was smitten from the first time I laid eyes on Steve.

Fri Devotional

Lavished

By Touching Lives 

“In Christ we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace that He lavished on us.”  Ephesians 1:7-8a

Have you taken the time lately to ponder the amazing truth of redemption?  Whether you have been following Christ for 30 years or 30 minutes it is equally awe-inspiring, humbling and miraculous – God has forgiven you.  And, if you have never placed your faith in Christ’s death and resurrection on your behalf…if you have never acknowledged the fact that you are a sinner and He is the only Savior, I beg you to do so now.  In Christ we have redemption!

Daily News Roundup

Daily News Roundup: Apple News+ Insecurity, Verizon’s Misleading 5G Commercials, and More

CAMERON SUMMERSON 

Things have been pretty quiet in terms of “big” stories over the last 24 hours, but there are still some interesting points to take a closer look at. Apple’s half-baked News+ service is a good one, as is Google’s feature gap on ChromeOS.

New 'Ambulance Ship'

The U.S. Navy Wants a New 'Ambulance Ship' to Treat War Wounded

The ship, the first of its kind, would treat war wounded that didn’t need to be evacuated out of theater.

By Kyle Mizokami
U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 3RD CLASS RYAN M. BREEDEN

The United States Navy wants a new “ambulance” ship that would have just enough medical facilities to treat lightly or moderately injured troops. The service included a funding request to convert an expeditionary fast transport ship typically used to move troops and equipment around to instead harbor medical facilities and personnel.

Drone Deliveries

UPS Begins Using Drones to Transport Medical Samples at North Carolina Hospitals

By KEVIN KELLEHER 

UPS said Tuesday it began using unmanned drones to transport medical samples at a North Carolina hospital system, part of its longer-term plan to incorporate drones into its delivery of supplies and samples to medical facilities.

Movie Preview - Dumbo

Today's Encouragement

If Temptation Had a Warning Label

Lysa TerKeurst

“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” James 1:22 (NIV)

Have you ever made a decision you knew deep down wasn’t right, but it seemed completely justifiable in your situation?

Thur Devotional

The Fortress of Self-Control

By Touching Lives

“Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control.”  Proverbs 25:28

Self-control…it’s one of those words that evokes all kinds of thoughts and emotions.  For some it is images of empowerment and victory.  For others, it’s images of defeat, guilt and frustration.  But there is one thing we can all agree on: Self-control is hard.  It is a choice that must be made daily, hourly, and even minute-by-minute.  It is no wonder that Paul listed it at a fruit of the Spirit.

Floating Taco & Cocktail Bar

Pack Your Bags: The Caribbean’s First Floating Taco and Cocktail Bar Is Now Open
This is not a drill.

By Marisa Spyker

SARAH SWAN

If we could dream up the world’s most perfect afternoon, chances are it would involve floating in Caribbean-blue seas with an icy margarita and lots of guac.

Sports News

Nobody Filling Out an NCAA Bracket Has Ever Done This

Gregg Nigl of Ohio is perfect through 48 games. And he had no idea

By Newser Editors

Houston's Armoni Brooks celebrates during a game against Ohio State in the NCAA Tournament Sunday, March 24, 2019, in Tulsa, Okla. Houston won.   (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Of the millions of people who have filled out March Madness brackets in major contests across the US, only one fan has gotten all 48 games right so far. Pretty impressive. Even more impressive?

Movie Preview - Unplanned

Today's Encouragement

Are You a Gatekeeper? 

Melissa Michaels

“She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.” Proverbs 31:27 (NIV)

I am naturally skilled at creating chaos out of chaos.

This is a bit embarrassing to admit, but we’re among friends here, right?

Wed Devotional

Being Gentle

By Touching Lives 

“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”  Proverbs 15:1

Communication…it’s the key to healthy relationships.  Our communication skills can drastically improve or impede our chances of success and happiness in life.  In fact, ineffective communication is often times the root cause of major problems in our lives.

Aztec Ruler's Tomb

No Aztec Ruler's Tomb Has Been Found. That May Change

Reuters: Discoveries in Mexico City suggest archaeologists are close

By Newser Editors,

Tourists visit the Templo Mayor archaeological site in Mexico City in this file photo. The Aztecs are believed to have cremated the remains of their leaders during their rule, but the final resting place...   (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo)

For all the discoveries made about the Aztecs, archaeologists have never found the tomb of an Aztec ruler. Reuters reports that may be about to change.

Happiest Country on Earth

Why Finland Is Consistently the Happiest Country on Earth

iStockphoto/Getty Images

“It's the way life is lived in those countries.”

CAILEY RIZZO

If you’re feeling low, it may be time to book a trip to Finland.

The results of the seventh annual World Happiness Reportthis link opens in a new tab have revealed that residents of Finland are the happiest in the world — for the second year in a row. But it’s not something inherent in Finnish DNA, according to the researchers.

Entertainment News

Too Much Video Streaming To Choose From? It's Only Going To Get Worse

 Laura Sydell

The Handmaid's Tale, starring Elisabeth Moss, coincided with a spike in new subscribers to Hulu, one of an increasing number of video streaming platforms.
George Kraychyk/Hulu

Here's the good news: There's a lot of high-quality streaming video available right now, with great scripts and A-list actors. The bad news? Maybe there's just too much content to choose from.

Today's Encouragement

Ghosting the Phone to Get With God

Karen Ehman

“My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God?” Psalm 42:2 (NIV)

I lazily reached my arm across the nightstand beside me to silence the clanging alarm. A retro battery-operated clock, its classic bell tone coaxes me each morning out of a deep sleep and sends me on to my morning routine …

Shower. Dress. Check to make sure my son hasn’t overslept. Make the bed. Start the coffee maker and a load of laundry. Grab some java and head into my home office.

Tues Devotional

Faithful in Prayer

By Touching Lives 

“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”  Romans 12:12

“Don’t pray when you feel like it.  Have an appointment with the Lord and keep it.  A man is powerful on his knees.” – Corrie ten Boom

Cornelia “Corrie” ten Boom’s life (April 15, 1892-April 15, 1983) is a beautiful and powerful display of the Apostle Paul’s exhortation in Romans 12:12.  Having been arrested by the Gestapo for helping Jewish men, women and children escape the Nazi genocide during World War II, Corrie ended up in Ravensbruck – a German concentration camp.  She, along with many others, was victimized and forced into hard labor.  The injustice she suffered there was unspeakable, yet she testified years later how she learned that God’s love is deeper than any pit of evil or suffering we can face.

Laser Weapon on Destroyer

The Navy Plans to Put HELIOS Laser Weapon on Destroyer by 2021

HELIOS will be capable of downing drones and “burning boats”.

By Kyle Mizokami
LOCKHEED MARTIN

Pew-pew-pew is coming soon-soon-soon.

The U.S. Navy plans to put a laser weapon on a warship by 2021. The High Energy Laser with Integrated Optical-dazzler and Surveillance (HELIOS) system, or HELIOS, is a defensive weapon system designed to burn boats and shoot down unmanned drones. The weapon will go to sea with a guided missile destroyer assigned to the Pacific Fleet in two years' time, the Navy says.

'Mindblowing' Find

Scientists Stumble on 'Mindblowing' Find

The Qingjiang fossil site contains 53 new species

By Neal Colgrass

A fossil from the Qingjiang site.   (YouTube)

Scientists are expressing shock and elation over a fossil-find that revisits life half a billion years ago—and may just shake up our view of evolution, the Guardian reports.

Weekend Box Office Results

Jordan Peele's 'Us' Delivers a Mind-Blowing $70 Million Debut

by Brad Brevet

Universal's release of Jordan Peele's Us dominated the domestic box office, not only out-performing the opening weekends for several recent horror hits, but delivering the second largest opening ever for a live-action, original picture, topping the weekend box office with over $70 million. As a result, the 2019 box office continues to improve over the month of March after struggling to begin the year. Overall, this weekend was the third straight to outperform the same weekend last year.

Today's Encouragement

Are You Collecting Wounds? 

Melanie Davis Porter

“Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit.” Romans 8:5 (NLT)

The waves rhythmically lapped the shoreline as I walked on the wet sand giving way beneath my feet. I always saved my long walk for the last day of vacation. Looking for sea glass, perfect shells and unusual mementos, I realized that my collection was growing, and I could afford to be a little pickier with my choices.

Mon Devotional

Boast

By Touching Lives 

“This is what the LORD says: ‘Let not the wise boast of their wisdom or the strong boast of their strength or the rich boast of their riches, but let the one who boasts boast about this: that they have the understanding to know Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight,’ declares the LORD.”  Jeremiah 9:23-24

I once heard the following story:

World's First Exascale Computer

The U.S. Will Get the World's First Exascale Computer in 2021

The most powerful computer, dozens of times faster than any other computer in the world, will be built just outside Chicago.

By Avery Thompson
ARGONNE NATIONAL LABORATORY

For the past several years, the world's power have been locked in a supercomputing arms race, one-upping one another with biggest and faster achievements. According to a new announcement, the world’s fastest supercomputer is coming to the United States in 2021 and will be the first to break the so-called "exascale" barrier.

Working Out in the Evening

The Surprising Health Benefit to Working Out in the Evening

Getty Images/iStockphoto

ROSIE FITZMAURICE / BUSINESSINSIDER.COM 

This article originally appeared on BusinessInsider.com

There's something incredibly smug about those people who get up at the crack of dawn and fit an hour's workout in all before their almond latte.

Most CEOs will tell you that they squeeze an early workoutthis link opens in a new tab into their morning routine, and as a result many of us naturally associate morning exercise with success.

He Anoints You

When God Appoints You, He Anoints You

By Rick Warren

“The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it” (1 Thessalonians 5:24 NIV).

God never asks you to do something without providing what you need to do it. Anointing is a sign of God’s equipping you to fulfill an assignment he’s given you. When he gives you an assignment, a plan, or a strategy, he is going to empower you.

White Bread

A White Bread Faith 

By Ryan Duncan, Crosswalk.com Entertainment Editor

This is how we know who the children of God are and who the children of the devil are: Anyone who does not do what is right is not a child of God; nor is anyone who does not love his brother.- 1 John 3:10 

Dancing Backwards 

by Katherine Britton, Crosswalk.com News & Culture Editor

Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me. 
Psalms 31:3

Ballroom dancing is decidedly anti-feminist.  

Anti-Submarine Torpedoes

How the U.S. Navy Launches Anti-Submarine Torpedoes from Ships

The torpedoes are designed to home in on enemy submarines.

By Kyle Mizokami

YOUTUBE

A video on YouTube shows the dramatic way U.S. Navy warships launch submarine-hunting torpedoes.

The Mark 32 Triple Torpedo Tube (TTT) launcher allows cruisers and destroyers to participate directly in anti-submarine warfare, hunting down submarines with acoustic homing torpedoes. The Mark 32 uses a pneumatic ejection system to launch torpedoes away from the sub-hunting ship and into the sea.

News Roundup

News Roundup: Walmart’s Game Streaming Service, Facebook’s Password Snafu, and More

By CAMERON SUMMERSON 

The past 24 hours have been filled with some interesting tidbits with rumors of a Walmart game streaming service and Facebook’s improper storage of passwords, but that’s just the beginning. Here’s a look at the biggest stories for March 22, 2019.

Record Number of Travelers

The TSA Is Predicting a Record Number of Travelers for Spring Break

Getty Images

Here’s how to avoid delays.

TALIA AVAKIAN

The Transportation Security Administration is expecting a record number of travelersthis link opens in a new tab around spring break this year, with more than 100 million passengers traveling through airports from March 14 to April 28.

Surrender Your Defense

Surrender Your Defense to God

By Rick Warren

“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies” (Psalm 23:5 NIV).

King David knew what it meant to be attacked emotionally, verbally, and physically. As a young man, he was anointed by the Prophet Samuel to be the next king of Israel, but Saul was still king. Even though David served him loyally, Saul was jealous of the future king, and he decided to kill him. David had to hide from Saul in caves while lies were being told about him across the kingdom. Yet, David never said a bad word against King Saul. He never retaliated, because God was preparing David to be a king who followed God’s heart.

Overcoming the Past

by Stephen Sanders, Audio/Video Editor at Salem Web Network

I'm not saying that I have this all together, that I have it made. But I am well on my way, reaching out for Christ, who has so wondrously reached out for me. Friends, don't get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I've got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward—to Jesus. I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back. 
Philippians 3:12-14

Happiest & Saddest States

These are the happiest and saddest U.S. states

 Aarthi Swaminathan Email

When it comes to the happiest state in America, Hawaii is the big kahuna.

Based on a new Gallup poll, the Aloha State took the top spot for overall well-being for the seventh year in a row.

Amazon's New Business

Amazon is launching Belei, its first skin care line, as it pushes further into private-label products

• Amazon is launching its first dedicated skin care line, called Belei.
• It will sell items including moisturizers, eye cream and spot treatments, ranging in price from $9 to $40.
• Amazon has increasingly been rolling out its own private labels, for clothes, shoes and mattresses, threatening the other brands on its platform.

Lauren Thomas

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A shopper browsing Amazon.

Amazon is getting into another category in retail: skin care.

The company on Wednesday said it's launching its first dedicated skin care line, called Belei. It will sell items including moisturizers, eye cream and spot treatments, ranging in price from $9 to $40.

Best Quality of Life

This City Has the Best Quality of Life in the World

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STACEY LEASCA 

The world is becoming a smaller place. Thanks to advancements in travel and technology, people are able to do their jobs from just about anywhere. And the global economy is benefitting from it. Now, all you — and your company — needs to do is move to one of these top cities for quality of life and you should be all set for success.

Today's Encouragement

Feeling Desperate for Help 

Lynn Cowell

“But we your people, the sheep of your pasture, will give thanks to you forever; from generation to generation we will recount your praise.” Psalm 79:13 (ESV)

I wake, my first thoughts shouting the same worry I slumbered with. The concern so deep, it fights to swallow my peace.

Fri Devotional

The Patience of God

By Touching Lives 

“But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display His immense patience as an example for those who would believe in Him and receive eternal life.”  1 Timothy 1:16

This verse begins with the phrase, “But for that very reason I was shown mercy…”  What reason?  To what is Paul referring?  In order to grasp the full weight of Paul’s statement it helps to look back at the previous verse.  It says:

World's Busiest Airport

Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Named World's Busiest Airport for 21st Year in a Row

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ANDREA ROMANO 

It may come as no surprise if you’ve ever been through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport that it is still the busiest airport in the world.

According to the annual preliminary world traffic report published by the Airports Council Internationalthis link opens in a new tab (ACI), Hartsfield-Jackson saw over 107 million passengers in 2018.

Star Wars Land Reservations

Disneyland's Star Wars Land Will Require Reservations — Here's How to Make Sure You Get One

Disney World will not require reservations — but expect to wait.

CARLYE WISEL

Disney is opening its anticipated Star Wars land at Disneyland and Walt Disney World months ahead of schedule, but with the surprise debut comes a few unexpected reveals, including ticket reservations and Fastpass plans.

Insta Shopping

Instagram adds in-app checkout as part of its big push into shopping

Is this Facebook’s next big business?

By Casey Newton@CaseyNewton  


Instagram took its next step to becoming a full-fledged commerce business today, announcing that it is bringing a checkout feature to its mobile apps. With checkout, you can store your payment information with Instagram to make purchases more quickly. In return, Instagram is charging retailers a selling fee. More than 20 brands will use checkout to start, including Nike, Adidas, Dior, H&M, MAC Cosmetics, Michael Kors, Oscar de la Renta, Prada, Uniqlo, Warby Parker, and Zara.

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Today's Encouragement

I Don’t Want This to Be Part of My Story

Lysa TerKeurst

“He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” Isaiah 40:29 (NIV)

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, Dear God, please don’t let this be part of my story … ?

That was me when I first got my cancer diagnosis. Honestly, it just felt like too much on top of an already devastating season in my life.

Thur Devotional

Patience in Affliction

By Touching Lives 

“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”  Romans 12:12

“Patient” in this verse is the Greek word hypomeno.  It is a verb that means, “To remain; not recede or flee; to persevere; under misfortunes and trials to hold fast to one’s faith in Christ; to endure, bear bravely and calmly ill treatments.”  Jesus told His followers, “In this life you will have trouble.  But take heart, I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).  Trouble, or affliction, is a given.  We live in a fallen world filled with fallen sinners, of which we are counted.

Stan the Robot

Stan the Adorable Robot Could Be the Future of Parking Lots

Stanley Robotics is starting in French airport parking lot. Who knows where it will be next?

By David Grossman
FRED MARGUERON/STANLEY ROBOTS

A number cars offer some kind of self-parking feature these days, but that tech as it currently stands amounts to little more than a parlor trick. A French startup called Stanley Robotics, however, has a new take on the idea: a little robot tug that tows your car around a lot and decides where to park it.

Not-Street-Legal JDM Cars

The US Government Is Auctioning a Bunch of Not-Street-Legal JDM Cars

You can buy an R34 Skyline GT-R from the Feds, but they won't let you register it.

BY CHRIS PERKINS
NISSAN

In Oklahoma, a collection of 29 cars seized by US Marshals are going up for auction after their owner, Kong Meng Vang, pleaded guilty to bringing around 1500 pounds of marijuana from California to sell near Tulsa. And there's something very unusual about the cars that make up the auction.

Last Supermoon of 2019

The Last Supermoon of 2019 Is Coming — Here's How to Make Sure You Don't Miss It

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JAMIE CARTER 

A big, bright Full Worm Moon will appear in the east on Wednesday at almost the exact moment spring begins in the northern hemisphere. It's the first time in 19 yearsthis link opens in a new tab that's happened, though this one is even more special because the Full Worm Moon is also a supermoon.

Today's Encouragement

Lord, Help Me to Love My Children Well

Susan Merrill

“My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.” Proverbs 3:1-4 (NIV)

Recently, my poor, sweet kids were each trying to navigate life alone … ranging from an emotional teen outburst to tolerating painful behavior by classmates, and I didn’t see it.

Wed Devotional

The Fruit of Patience

By Touching Lives 

“Or do you show contempt for the riches of His kindness, forebearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance?”  Romans 2:4

Anyone who truly knows God through a personal relationship with His Son, Jesus, knows that God is patient.  God described Himself to Moses in Exodus 34:6-7 as, “A compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin.”  And while He goes on to say that He will not leave sin unpunished, it is still His desire that none would perish, but everyone would come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9).