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Some Alabama Counties Begin to Move Forward with Gay Marriage after Supreme Court Refused State's Request for a Hold
The United States Supreme Court has refused to intervene in a lower federal court ruling in Alabama on Monday, allowing that state to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples. Alabama becomes the 37th state where gay marriage is now legal.
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Samsung Smart TVs Allegedly 'Spy' on Private Conversations Thanks to Privacy Policy
Korean electronics manufacturer Samsung may be a forward-looking company thanks to its efforts of integrating its products under the “Internet of things,” but now it’s come under fire for its privacy policy on its smart television sets.
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Alabama Chief Justice: State Judges Cannot Issue Same-Sex Marriage Licenses Despite Federal Court Approval
In a move that has poured even more fuel to the fiery issue of same-sex marriage across the United States, Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore has prohibited judges in that state to issue same-sex marriage licenses.
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Euthanasia: Canada’s Supreme Court Overturns Ban on Doctor-Assisted Suicide, Making 'Right-to-Die' Legal
A legal battle that has lasted for 20 years ended Friday after Canada’s Supreme Court ruled that people with terminal illnesses have the right to die.
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How Lecrae, Grammys 2015 Nominee for Best Rap Performance, Changed Music Rankings, Hip-Hop Culture
The meteoric success and rise of Lecrae in both the hip-hop and Christian music worlds has surprised music critics and legends alike, who think the rapper could pull an upset win at the Grammy Awards this Sunday.
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North America Chinese Evangelical Seminary year-end report highlights significant ministry progress
As the year draws to a close, Rev. James Liu, President of the Chinese Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), reflected on the seminary’s remarkable growth and ministry development over the past year. Dedicated to providing theological education to Chinese Christians, CESNA continues to uphold its mission to remain faithful to the gospel and nurture believers. This year’s achievements span academic, ministerial, and outreach endeavors, fostering spiritual growth and advancing missionary wo
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Woman pastor analyzes: How Chinese gender culture shapes female ministers’ roles in churches
In traditional Chinese culture, deeply ingrained notions of gender roles, often expressed as "male strong, female weak," significantly influence the position of women in society and the church. This issue is particularly pertinent for female pastors navigating their roles in ministry. Rev. Dora Wang, Ph.D., from China Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), recently addressed this topic in a seminar, sharing her insights on the challenges women face in ministry and proposing strategies to su
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4th Christian art biennale in Hong Kong concluding with record reception
The fourth Christian Art Biennale, titled “The Splendor of Beauty in His Land,” opened on December 22 at Tseung Kwan O Methodist Primary School in Hong Kong and will conclude tomorrow, January 1. The 10-day exhibition has drawn enthusiastic responses, surpassing previous years in attendance and impact.
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2024 report from Wycliffe Global Alliance shows status of Bible accessibility worldwide
Wycliffe Global Alliance has published its 2024 Global Scripture Access Report, unveiling the latest status of Bible accessibility worldwide. The annual report is compiled using data from the Alliance’s partner organizations, including SIL International, the United Bible Societies, and others.
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A Christian’s proper response to the sugar-coated bullet of influencer fame
Today, I came across a thought-provoking story about a 2016 internet influencer from the U.S.. The case of Nicholas Perry raises a sobering question: Is it worth sacrificing oneself in the pursuit of views?
