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NFL Rumors: New York Giants Odell Beckham Jr Faces Danger Next Season; WR Predicted To Be First Ejection Victim
The NFL are looking into ways to better implement discipline on the field. With groups of emotionally and physically charged men in one place, the occurrence of violence sometimes becomes unavoidable. Regardless of the withstanding rules in the gridiron, there remain incidents that warrant more than just a foul, warning or fine. Moreover, the NFL officials aim to mete out penalties immediately after the violations are committed - a goal that was not immediately addressed by the heavier fine of s
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NFL Rumors: Los Angeles Rams Bartered Michael Sam Deal for 'Hard Knocks' Pass; DE "Not Surprised" by Revelation
The public has always been more than a little curious over the lives of the NFL stars. Hence, it comes as no surprise when "Hard Knocks" became a hit among fans of the football community. For its 2016 edition, the NFL Films and HBO sports documentary series is now focusing on the Los Angeles Rams. Previously located in St Louis, the Nick Foles squad find themselves in the spotlight as the football team attempts to capitalize on the fame
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Aaron Rodgers Shares Prayers for Teammates, Russell Wilson; Green Bay Packers QB Reveals 'Purpose' in Life
The Green Bay Packers finished the NFL season with a disappointing performance. With the weight gain problems of Eddie Lacy and the injuries of Jordy Nelson, quarterback Aaron Rodgers was left alone to lead the football team. Amid the frustration and criticism, however, the quarterback remained a positive source of strength for the Green Bay Packers. Opening up about his personal beliefs, Olivia Munn's beau shared whaat he prays for as well as the things he believe that are more important than f
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San Antonio Spurs Becky Hammon Leads #LeanInTogether Campaign With Miami Heat Chris Bosh, Warriors Draymond Green
The basketball community got the surprise of their lives when the San Antonio Spurs hired Becky Hammon in 2014. As the first ever female coach in the NBA, the move of Gregg Popovich to support Hammon garnered commendations across the league. Moreover, the legacy and reputation of the San Antonio Spurs highlighted the confidence bestowed on her - something that is not to be taken lightly given the roster of players she handles. At the moment, Hammon is widely recognized as the force behind the li
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Jeremy Lin Gives Hornets, Kemba Walker New Life in Spurs Win; Linsanity Stuns Nicolas Batum, Courtney Lee
The Charlotte Hornets are climbing the Eastern Conference with an alarming surge in their recent performances in the hardwood court. At this point, the Nicolas Batum squad is tied with the Miami Heat in fourth place under the division that has LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers at the lead role. The Charlotte Hornetts are a game away from joining the Boston Celtics and the Atlanta Hawks in third place - with only a handful of wins from the surprisingly aggressive Toronto Raptors. So, what brought
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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.