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Jewish Man Saved by Sir Nicholas Winton From Nazis Now Rescues Christians From ISIS
The legacy of Sir Nicholas Winton, who died July 1 at 106 years old, has passed on to one of the Jewish children saved from the Nazis. That person, Lord Weidenfeld, is now paying it forward by rescuing Middle Eastern Christians from ISIS control.
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PBS ‘Frontline’ Documentary Highlights Rescue of More than 100 Yazidi Women from ISIS Territory: 'I Sometimes Cry'
It is well-known that ISIS has carried out brutal persecution tactics against Christians, Yazidis, and other minorities in Iraq and Syria, particularly on women and girls. One Yazidi man is doing his best to rescue them from ISIS control.
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UN Report Shows Unabated Killings in ISIS Territory; Support for Survivors 'Completely Inadequate'
A new report from the United Nations has revealed that civilians in Iraq have endured unabated killings and widespread human rights violations, particularly in areas controlled by ISIS. Those who escape from ISIS control often find little support in coping with their struggles.
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Jeremy Lin Looks for Stability With Charlotte Hornets: ‘I Want to Get Back to What Makes Me What I Am’
Point guard Jeremy Lin recently decided to sign with the Charlotte Hornets. He made the decision to take his talents to Charlotte in the hope of finding stability in his NBA career.
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President Obama Slams CBS Reporter Major Garrett for Tough Iran Question: ‘That’s Nonsense’
President Barack Obama held a press conference on Wednesday defending the controversial nuclear deal with Iran. However, he was taken aback by a tough question asked by CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett, which garnered the interest of social media.
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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.