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NBA Rumors: Golden State Warriors Kevin Durant Recruits DeAndre Jordan After Failed Blake Griffin Trade
The failed Kevin Durant free agency campaign of the Los Angeles Clippers saw the former OKC star sign and form a "super team" with Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green in the Golden State Warriors. However, it looks like the possibility of both KD and DeAndre Jordan to play for the same team is still not lost. With their current team-up in Team USA at the Rio Olympics 2016, reports point to Kevin Durant recruiting DeAndre Jordan to sign with the Golden State Warriors this offseason.
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NBA Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers Offer Larry Nance, Jr Trade For Nikola Mirotic; D'Angelo Russell, Jordan Clarkson Support Move
The entry of former Golden State Warriors coach Luke Walton in the Los Angeles Lakers staff has been expected to pave the way for new strategies in the D'Angelo Russell squad. Without Kobe Bryant in the roster, the Jordan Clarkson team is anticipated to hail a new franchise leader who can be the next Black Mamba. However, it appears that Walton is unimpressed with his current lineup. Hence, a Nikola Mirotic trade is said to be targeted in an effort to bring in a superstar in the Los Angeles Lake
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NFL Rumors: Green Bay Packers Eye Johnny Manziel Minimum Deal; Aaron Rodgers, Jordy Nelson Reject Offer
The Green Bay Packers are aiming for a comeback this NFL season especially in light of their disheartening run last year due to the injury of Jordy Nelson. With Aaron Rodgers back on track, Eddie Lacy losing weight and Jordy Nelson finally getting approved workouts in the gridiron, fans of the franchise are excited for the next season to start. To add to their eagerness, the Green Bay Packers are also said to seal the deal in a Johnny Manziel minimum contract soon.
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NFL Rumors: Pittsburgh Steelers Open To Ray Rice Contract; Ben Roethlisberger, Antonio Brown Give RB Second Chance
The Pittsburgh Steelers are said to be mulling over a Ray Rice contract this NFL offseason. While the Ben Roethlisberger squad can only offer the former Baltimore Ravens star a minimum deal, it looks like the running back might have a new home soon. Moreover, the Antonio Brown team appear to be open to welcoming Ray Rice in their locker room.
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NFL Rumors: Dallas Cowboys Engaged In Geno Smith Trade Deal; Tony Romo, Dez Bryant Excited For QB
The Dallas Cowboys are running out of backup quarterback options for Tony Romo. With the Nick Foles free agent contract looking bleaker by the day, the failure of Johnny Manziel to stay in shape and the said refusal of Josh McCown to join the Dez Bryant squad, it looks like Jerry Jones is once again engaged in NFL trade talks. This time, the Dallas Cowboys exec has his sights set on a Geno Smith trade 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.
