Friday, October 21, 2011

Fighting Back, Stupid Criminals, -and- Somebody's Watching You

In the News Today
  • Fighting Back - Redding woman, 66, shoots, kills intruder
  • Stupid Criminals - woman steals cash register containing a quarter
  • Somebody's Watching You - new radar can see through walls

    Technology in the News Today
  • Google Doodle Honors 100th Birthday of Disney Artist Mary Blair
  • Video: The New Gmail
  • 10 Coolest Android Ice Cream Sandwich Features


    Born on this Day in History: October 21, 1956 - Carrie Fisher was born on October 21, 1956, in Los Angeles, California. Her role as Princess Leia in Star Wars and the following sequels made her famous. She struggled with alcohol and drugs in the 1980s, but in 1987 wrote the book Postcards from the Edge, which she adapted into a movie starring Meryl Streep. She went on to play supporting roles in films, write books and revise Hollywood scripts.






    On this Day in History: October 21, 1987 - Former Miss America Bess Myerson arrested on charges of bribery, conspiracy, and mail fraud, all involving an alimony-fixing scandal. She was found not guilty, however.





    Scripture of the Day




    Charles Stanley Quote of the Day


    When we stray from His presence, He longs for you to come back. He weeps that you are missing out on His love, protection and provision. He throws His arms open, runs toward you, gathers you up, and welcomes you home.



    Video of the Day -





    Walmart People - Click to enlarge





    Proud Parents - Click to enlarge