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Cleveland Browns Trade Rumors: QB Joe Callahan Waived in Preparation for Robert Griffin III’s Comeback
For the third time this year, rookie quarterback Joe Callahan was waived by the team. This time, he was released by the Cleveland Browns to prepare for the return of Robert Griffin III.
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Philadelphia 76ers Trade Rumors: Team Shopping Around Nerlens Noel, to Keep Jahlil Okafor
Trade rumors have once again started surrounding the Philadelphia 76ers after it was revealed that the team prefers to keep Jahlil Okafor instead of Nerlens Noel. Given the team's current lineup, trading Noel is certainly the best move for the 76ers.
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Texas Longhorns Football: Tom Herman Named as Replacement of Coach Charlie Strong
After Charlie Strong was officially fired, Tom Herman was hired to serve as the new coach of the Texas Longhorns. The decision to terminate Strong's employment was the direct result of the team's recent losses.
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Phoenix Suns Trade Rumors: Brooklyn Nets, Philadelphia 76ers Interested in Brandon Knight?
The NBA trade deadline is only a couple of days away and one player that could be heading to the trading block soon is Brandon Knight of the Phoenix Suns. Although he has been struggling with the Suns this season, he could serve as an effective addition to the Brooklyn Nets or the Philadelphia 76ers.
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Conor McGregor Next Fight: McGregor Stripped of Featherweight Title
Conor McGregor has officially stepped down as the featherweight champion of the UFC. The vacant title will now go to Jose Aldo, the former featherweight champion who McGregor defeated in last year.
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Olivet University appeals BPPE's license revocation, vows to protect students and faculty interests
Olivet University has officially initiated the appeal process following the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education's (BPPE) decision to revoke its license. The university says it is committed to safeguarding the interests of its students and faculty, who have been directly impacted by this decision.
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‘Wang Mingdao’s Diary’ reproduction highlights complexities of contemporary Chinese Christianity
On December 9, the China Graduate School of Theology (中国神学研究院) hosted a public lecture titled “A Courageous Witness in the Times—Launch of Wang Mingdao (王明道)’s Diary.” The lecture, themed “Faith Patterns in Beijing’s Christian Churches Through the Lens of Wang Mingdao’s Diary,” featured Dr. Ni Buxiao (倪步晓), Associate Director and Assistant Professor at the Christian Faith and Chinese Culture Research Center of Alliance Bible Seminary (建道神学院), as the keynote speaker.
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Floating library ‘Doulos Hope’ arrives in Taiwan; spreading love and hope from a former cruise ship
Doulos Hope, the international floating book fair ship, has returned to Taiwan and is now docked at Kaohsiung Port, open to the public from December 18, 2024, to January 12, 2025. Originally built in 1991 and renovated in 2022, the ship features over 2,000 books on various topics, including faith, science, and art. It is operated by a diverse crew of 140 volunteers from 25 countries, offering services such as education, healthcare, and community outreach. The ship's mission is to spread hope and
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Chinese Online School of Theology publishes annual ministry report: Expanding Chinese theological education through new strategies
In the 2023-2024 academic year, New York-based Chinese Online School of Theology (COST) has seen significant development in expanding its ministry in theological education and mission outreach. They have promoted a series of new events and projects to explore different strategies that expand theological education for Chinese ministers. The following are some highlights from the 2023-2024 annual report:
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Dr. Fenggang Yang: How foreign forces transformed traditional Chinese legal systems
In a recent lecture to Chinese Christians, scholar Dr. Fenggang Yang (杨凤岗) gave an in-depth analysis of the historical evolution and contemporary significance of the modern legal system in Chinese society. He explored the tensions and integrations between traditional law and modern rule of law, highlighting the distinctive characteristics of China’s traditional legal system and emphasizing the role of foreign influences in introducing modern legal practices into Chinese society.
