Attenborough at 100, Hormuz Ceasefire Wobbles, Plague Ship — May 8, 2026

Headlines, heartbeat, hope. Today we sit with a centenarian's milestone, a fragile ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz, and a cruise ship sailing toward Spain with hantavirus on board — all under the weight of Psalm 90's call to number our days.Stories Covered• David Attenborough turns 100 and says he is 'overwhelmed' by birthday messages• US-Iran ceasefire strained after exchange of fire in the Strait of Hormuz• European NATO allies reportedly not informed before recent US strikes on Iran• Cruise ship with suspected hantavirus cases heads for Spain's Canary Islands; third British national infected• Mother's Day brunch holds strong despite rising prices• Spirit Airlines liquidation: what happens to its grounded fleet• March Madness expanding to 76 teams per tournament next season• Christianity Today opens nominations for its annual Book AwardsScripture References• Proverbs 16:31• Psalm 19:1-2• Psalm 20:7• James 4:14• Matthew 6:19-20 (alluded)• Exodus 20:12 / Ephesians 6:2 (alluded)• Psalm 90:12 (verse of the day)Sponsor: Bible Copilot — Free Bible study app with five inductive study modes. No ads, no data collection. Download on the App Store.Listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSSConnect: Website: thegospelbriefing.com | Subscribe to the daily newsletter | Share this episode