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NBA Rumors: Did the Bulls Change Their Mind About Trading Jimmy Butler?
It has long been rumored that the Chicago Bulls are negotiating with other teams for a potential trade involving Jimmy Butler. However, according to recent reports, it seems the Bulls have changed their minds about releasing the shooting guard.
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NBA Rumors: Is Derrick Williams Leaving NY Knicks to Join Miami Heat?
Derrick Williams is officially no longer a free agent after signing a contract with the Miami Heat. According to reports, the former New York Knicks forward had agreed to a one-year deal worth $5 million.
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NBA Rumors: Paul Pierce to Return for 2016-2017 Season?
New reports suggest that Paul Pierce of the Los Angeles Clippers could be eyeing a possible NBA comeback this season. However, if this happens, he might be able to stay for only one year.
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Coach Gregg Popovich Calls Tim Duncan Irreplaceable After Spurs Superstar Retires
Tim Duncan ended the months of speculation regarding his status in the NBA after officially announcing his retirement. Although San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich was probably already aware of Duncan's decision before he made the announcement, he still couldn't help but feel emotional for the superstar's departure.
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Golden State Warriors’ Draymond Green Arrested on Assault Charges
Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors was arrested in Michigan over the weekend due to assault charges. According to police reports, the NBA superstar got involved in an altercation with another man.
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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.