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Stephen Colbert Schooled Brazilian Scientists for Making Wrong 'Lord of the Rings' Reference, Confusing Sméagol and Gollum
A group of Brazilian scientists discovered a new species of spider which they named "Iandumoema smeagol," referring to one of the characters from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. However, "Late Show" host Stephen Colbert had some issues regarding the name of new spider.
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More Than Half of Amazon's Trees Are Heading To Extinction; Production of Brazil Nuts And Mahogany Threatened
A study, involving a large group of scientists, found that more than half of the Amazonian tree species could become extinct, thanks to massive deforestation. More than 5,000 trees species are in deep trouble, including the ones that are producing cacao and açaí palm.
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Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers Live Stream Free: Watch Online 2015 NFL, TV Channel
After a discouraging loss from Arizona, the Seattle Seahawks will face San Francisco 49ers in their home court at Sunday (KPTV-12 (Fox), 1:25 p.m. PT/4:25 p.m. ET). The match will decide Seahawks' fate in the playoffs as they can't afford to lose anymore.
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Michigan State Spartans Upsets Ohio State; Breaking Buckeyes' 23-Game Winning Streak
Ohio State's 23-game winning streak has just ended. No. 9 Michigan State beat No. 3 Ohio State after Michael Geiger hit a 41-yard field goal before the time expires, giving Spartans a 17-14 win.
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Scientists Study Dead Galaxy at Edge of Milky Way to Look for Evidence of Elusive Dark Matter
Up until now, scientists have not been able to find any evidence of dark matter, which they say makes up 27% of our universe. The existence of this unobserved matter could only be detected by looking at its gravitational effects on galaxies. Now, a scientist looks at the edge of the Milky Way to find evidence.
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Pastor John Piper Offers Insight and Encouragement for First-Time Bible Readers in 2025
As the new year begins, many Christians have resolved to take on the project of reading the Bible cover to cover. That's great and all, but if it's your first time, just where do you start?
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[Exclusive Interview] A revelation within the brink of life and death — Meg Leung’s mission in Christian art
Meg Leung (梁麗橋), an artist with a lifelong love for watercolor painting, sees her art as more than a means of expressing her inner world; it is a bridge connecting her to God. Her artistic journey has revealed God’s perfect plan and inspired her to communicate the power of faith through her wor
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Korean cult leader who raped victims ‘in the name of God’ sentenced to 17 years in prison
Jung Myung-seok (정명석), leader of the Korean religious cult Jesus Morning Star (JMS), also known as Christian Gospel Mission (CGM), has been sentenced to 17 years in prison by South Korea’s Supreme Court.
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Transgenderism a fundamental human right? Hong Kong public disagrees, survey finds
A 2024 survey from the Society for Truth and Light (明光社)'s Center for Life and Ethics Research reveals that respondents from various backgrounds prioritize personal safety and fairness when it comes to transgender issues. When laws involve moral judgments, most respondents believe courts should not make the decisions. The study also indicates that religious believers share similar views with non-religious respondents, reflecting that many churches may rarely address gender topics in depth.
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5 times fire was used in the Bible as judgment: Reflecting on the LA wildfires
The recent wildfire in Los Angeles has prompted Pastor David Zhai (翟大衞) to reflect deeply on five significant instances of fire in the Bible. Pastor Zhai, a frequent speaker and preacher at churches in the Vancouver area, often interprets current events and news from a biblical and faith-based perspective.