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NFL Rumors: Seattle Seahawks Announce Michael Vick Contract; Russell Wilson and Kam Chancellor Approve
The Seattle Seahawks are predicted to take back their Super Bowl crown this NFL season. However, the exit of Marshawn Lynch might just have put a halt to their title run. The Russell Wilson injury concerns are also posting issues for the Kam Chancellor squad. This is why a Michael Vick contract might just be on its way to the Seattle Seahawks this season.
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NBA Rumors: Chicago Bulls Push Jahlil Okafor Trade; Dwyane Wade, Jimmy Butler Seal Deal With Sixers C
The Chicago Bulls are ready for the next NBA season as they go in with their new Big Three in Dwyane Wade, Rajon Rondo and Jimmy Butler. However, the Nikola Mirotic team appears to not take any chances as they simultaneously undergo a rebuilding phase as well. That is, the front office seems to be making sure that the team will not fall victim to injuries similar to their situation with Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah in the past seasons. As part of this phase, a Jahlil Okafor trade to the Chicago
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NBA Rumors: LA Lakers Confirm JR Smith Contract; D'Angelo Russell, Jordan Clarkson Welcome Cavs Star
The Los Angeles Lakers have money to spend but no veteran star to splurge on this NBA offseason. However, it looks like their search is over as a JR Smith contract might be on its way soon. Can Luke Walton turn the former Cleveland Cavaliers star into the next Kobe Bryant for D'Angelo Russell and Jordan Clarkson? That is, can JR Smith become a powerful mentor to the young basketball stars?
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NBA Rumors: New York Knicks Sign Chris Bosh Minimum Deal; Carmelo Anthony, Derrick Rose Push Super Team
The New York Knicks are all set to make a run for the NBA playoffs this coming season, but it looks like one member of their Big Three is having trouble getting focused. With the Derrick Rose rape case still posing an uncertain future for the Kristaps Porzingis team, it comes as no surprise that Carmelo Anthony is looking for alternatives. Hence, a Chris Bosh minimum deal with the New York Knicks is said to be on its way.
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NBA Rumors: Miami Heat Hint At Blake Griffin Trade; Hassan Whiteside, Goran Dragic Complete Big 3
The Miami Heat are still facing an uncertain future with the departure of Dwyane Wade and unlikely return of LeBron James. With Chris Bosh still unsure of his health status and their recent failure to win the Kevin Durant free agency campaign, the Hassan Whiteside squad is looking into adding one NBA All-Star to complete their Big 3 lineup. Hence, a Blake Griffin trade is said to be on its way this offseason.
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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.
