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NFL Rumors: Marshawn Lynch Quits Seattle Seahawks; Russell Wilson Confirms RB Retirement
The Seattle Seahawks and Marshawn Lynch have a long history. Both have brought memorable victories and achievements as a team. However, the Seattle Seahawks and the running back also share a complicated relationship. In the recent announcement of Lynch though, it looks like the link between him and the widely loved NFL team will soon be broken.
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NFL Rumors: Denver Broncos Peyton Manning Postpones Retirement Talks, Shares Plans With Wife and Kids
The Denver Broncos take home a spectacular win this NFL season. Breaking down the defenses of the Carolina Panthers, the Peyton Manning squad stunned the football community with a blowout victory over the Cam Newton team. Pegged as a mere "sentimental favorite" in the Super Bowl 50, the Denver Broncos pulled out all the stops to demolish the Michael Oher group.
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Christian NFL QB Peyton Manning Defeats Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton, Michael Oher In Super Bowl 50 Upset Win
The Super Bowl 50 betting odds had been lopsided even before the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos were named as the NFL teams to compete for the trophy. Cam Newton and his football squad had an impressive run this season. In comparison, Peyton Manning and the rest of the Denver Broncos players had to battle injuries and controversies throughout the NFL season.
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NBA Draft Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers D'Angelo Russell, Julius Randle Fear Ben Simmons Draft; Byron Scott Fight for His Job
The Los Angeles Lakers have been besieged by issues on and off the hardwood court throughout the NBA season. Starting from the retirement of Kobe Bryant to the concerns of the coaching staff, the D'Angelo Russell squad has been struggling to survive this year. While the sheer number of issues appears to be burying the Los Angeles Lakers in the Stephen Curry-led Western Conference, it looks like there is still a silver lining.
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NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Shop Dwight Howard; James Harden, Ty Lawson Eye Potential David Lee Swap
The NBA trade deadline is looming over the basketball community. While teams have swapped and signed some players this season, the big names remain mum on their futures. That is, major deals appear to be kept under wraps until all parties finally sign the agreements. Throughout the season, however, the Houston Rockets have been at the center of the NBA trade talks.
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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.
