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Texas Shooter Ronald Lee Haskell Collapses in Court as Charges are Read
Ron Lee Haskell, the man accused of killing six members of his ex-wife’s family in Spring, Texas on Wednesday, collapsed in court as charges were read against him this morning.
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Jeremy Lin Trade Rumors: 76ers Agree to Acquire 'Linsanity' if Rockets Sign Chris Bosh, LeBron James May Make Decision This Week
The Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to take on Jeremy Lin’s $15 million contract if the Houston Rockets are able to sign a major player like Chris Bosh, and it is believed that Bosh will take the max deal of $88 million offered by Houston if LeBron James decides to leave the Miami Heat. Some expect James to make his decision before traveling to Brazil for the World Cup game this weekend.
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Linsanity Trade Rumors: Will Houston Rockets Trade Jeremy Lin for Chris Bosh?
The Houston Rockets have reportedly offered Chris Bosh a four-year $88 million contract for his consideration, and would likely trade Jeremy Lin to free up cap space if the Miami Heat star accepts the offer.
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Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson's Sister Anna, USA Wins U17 Women's Basketball World Championship
Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl champion quarterback Russell Wilson’s younger sister Anna helped the United States’ U17 basketball team win the 2014 FIBA U17 World Championship for Women this weekend in the Czech Republic. Team USA beat Spain Sunday by just a two-point margin to achieve its third championship in a row.
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Louis Zamperini, Christian Olympian and War Hero, Dies at 97; Angelina Jolie Film 'Unbroken' to be Released Christmas Day
Former Olympian and World War II veteran Louis Zamperini died Wednesday at 97-years-old. "After a 40-day long battle for his life, he peacefully passed away in the presence of his entire family, leaving behind a legacy that has touched so many lives," a family statement reads, released this morning. USA Today reports that the beloved national hero had been suffering from pneumonia.
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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.