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Christian Comedian Jim Gaffigan Posts New Show Online; First Episode Tackles Topic of Catholic Faith
Stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan is best known for being funny while keeping the content clean and family-friendly. Now he’s released the first episode of a new TV series tackling the thorny issue of faith.
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Netflix ‘House of Cars’ Release Date: Jeremy Clarkson Admits ‘Silly Fault’ in ‘Top Gear’ Fracas, Begins Global Live Show Tour
Former 'Top Gear' host Jeremy Clarkson admitted that being dropped from the show "was my own silly fault." He also noted that the rumored plans to pitch a new car show dubbed 'House of Cars' to Netflix and other interested broadcasters are simply non-existent, so Clarkson's fans will have to wait for any release date of a 'Top Gear' replacement, or they can begin following Clarkson's global live show tour in Belfast, Northern Ireland on Friday
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President Obama Issues Proclamation, Declaring Memorial Day as a ‘Day of Prayer’
President Barack Obama issued a proclamation on Friday, declaring Memorial Day, which will occur on Monday, as a “Day of Prayer.” He also saluted the service and sacrifice of those who have served in the U.S. military both past and present.
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'Tomorrowland' Movie Review: Disney’s 'Tomorrowland' Receives Mixed Reaction From Critics
Oscar-winning director Brad Bird, who was behind the popular films “The Incredibles” and “The Iron Giant,” has released the new film “Tomorrowland.” The reviews have come out on that film, and the critics appear to have mixed reactions.
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106 People Charged in Pakistan Over Mob Killing of Christian Couple by Brick Kiln
Authorities in the country of Pakistan have charged 106 people in connection with a mob killing of a Christian couple in the Punjab province. The couple was beaten and burned to death over blasphemy allegations.
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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.
