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In Final Press Conference Before Fight, Manny Pacquiao Reflects on Boxing Career and God's Blessings
Boxing greats Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather held their final press conference on Wednesday to promote their highly anticipated fight on Saturday. The Filipino boxer thanked God, the fans and sponsors for making the matchup possible.
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Thousands of Kurdish Women Take Stand and Bear Arms against ISIS Brutality
The Islamic terror group known as ISIS has been infamously known for its brutal treatment of Christians and other minorities in the Middle East, especially if they happened to be women. However, an increasing number of them, mostly Kurds, are starting to fight back against that oppression.
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French Peacekeepers 'Raped and Sodomized' Refugee Children in Africa, UN Aid Work Suspended for Leaking 'Confidential' Report
Residents of a refugee camp in the Central African Republic have made disturbing claims against members of the French military on Thursday, accusing them of sexually abusing children as young as nine years old. A United Nations aid worker who also leaked a report of the allegations on Wednesday has been suspended.
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In Preparing for Fight With Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao Turns Focus To God
The “fight of the century” will take place this weekend between boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao in Las Vegas. Despite the media buzz and speculation surrounding his chances in the ring, Pacquiao still kept the focus on God and his Christian faith.
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Christian Sports Writer Expresses Thoughts on Seahawks QB Russell Wilson’s Life and Actions as a Role Model
It is a well-known fact that Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is an outspoken Christian. However, a Christian sports writer has noted that Wilson has drawn in some controversies that led to negative reactions from some fans.
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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.
