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NBA Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers Eye Byron Scott Exit; Kobe Bryant Wants Luke Walton For D'Angelo Russell, Julius Randle
The Los Angeles Lakers have been at the receiving end of jokes as the NBA community collectively stand in awe at how the former champs are flailing this season. The basketball team that once boasted of back to back victories could no longer sustain even just a two-digit lead in games. Moreover, the Los Angeles Lakers have been teeming with pressing matters throughout the NBA season.
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NBA Rumors: Ex Chicago Bulls Tom Thibodeau Ejects Derek Fisher; Carmelo Anthony Welcomes Former Jimmy Butler, Derrick Rose Coach
The New York Knicks got the shock of their NBA season when the front office decided to fire Derek Fisher. While the rumors were rampant, the future of the former head coach had been initially thought to be secure. One of the signs was the continuous improvement of the Carmelo Anthony squad along with the notable growth of rookie Kristaps Porzingis. Moreover, the New York Knicks have surpassed the number of games they won last season only halfway this time.
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NBA Rumors: New York Knicks Target Russell Westbrook Trade; OKC Star Opts Out of Kevin Durant Duo Deal
The New York Knicks have been buys implementing major changes in the organization. Ever since Carmelo Anthony rejected the Chicago Bulls to go back to the basketball mecca, fans have been optimistic about the possibility of the team turning things around. With the 2014-15 NBA season, however, the New York Knicks appear to be performing worse than ever.
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NBA Rumors: Sacramento Kings DeMarcus Finally Gets Wish; Rajon Rondo, Rudy Gay Call For George Karl Exit
The Sacramento Kings are at the tenth spot in the Western Conference - practically eons away from the Stephen Curry-led Golden State Warriors. Falling far behind the San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder and Los Angeles Clippers, the DeMarcus Cousins squad could only hope to get in the top five of the division. Moreover, the gradual meshing of James Harden with Ty Lawson and Dwight Howard appears to be pushing the Rudy Gay team further down the Klay Thompson dominated conference.
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Super Bowl 2016: Bible Verses and Christian Quotes to Inspire Athletes
The Super Bowl 50 had been an exciting and thrilling event. Two completely different NFL teams vied to snatch the highest award in professional football. While the Carolina Panthers entered the match as betting favorites, the 2016 Super Bowl ended with the aging Denver Broncos victorious. Peyton Manning, who has been taunted for his injuries and age throughout the NFL season, managed to lead an upset win over the Cam Newton squad.
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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.
