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Nokia Lumia 1520, Lumia 2520, Guru Release Date, Specs, Price to Unveil at Windows Phone Giant Oct. 22 Event
Windows Phone giant Nokia is preparing to launch six new devices, including its first phablet Nokia Lumia 1520, tablet, Lumia 2520, at its October 22 Abu Dhabi event titled "Nokia World."
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Microsoft Surface Pro 2 and Surface 2 Release Date, Specs, Pre-Order: ‘World's Most Productive’ Tablets Unveiled (Photos, Video)
Microsoft Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 are the 'most productive devices" that it has ever built, says the tech giant's Surface unit executive, who presented these next-generation of Surface and upgraded accessories last month.
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iPad 5 Release Date, Specs to be Unveiled at Apple's October 22 Event
Apple is reportedly unveiling the fifth generation of iPad dubbed as iPad 5 and iPad mini 2 at an invite-only event on Oct. 22, according to AllThingsD. The company is also expected then to further introduce the new Mac Pro and OS X Mavericks and possibly announce the release dates.
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Louisiana Walmart Shelves Emptied When Food Stamp EBT Drops Spending Limit
A technical glitch temporarily lifted spending limit or eligible benefit balance for food stamp recipients, but in Louisiana shoppers emptied the shelves at two Walmart locations with some hauling more than 8 to 10 carts full of groceries and then coming back for more.
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Apple to Unveil iPad 5 and iPad Mini 2 Along with Mac Pro, OS X Mavericks at Oct. 22 Event
Apple is reportedly unveiling the fifth generation of iPad dubbed as iPad 5 and iPad mini 2 at an invite-only event on Oct. 22, according to multiple outlets. The company is also expected then to further introduce the new Mac Pro and OS X Mavericks and possibly announce the release dates.
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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.