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NBA Rumors: San Antonio Spurs Roster Adds Kevin Durant; Free Agency Leads OKC Star to Tim Duncan, LaMarcus Aldridge
The San Antonio Spurs are surprisingly inching closer to beating the Stephen Curry team this NBA season. With LaMarcus Aldridge, Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green growing more confident in their leadership roles, fans see less of Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobili and Tony Parker. Moreover, the recent performance of the San Antonio Spurs against the Golden State Warriors proved that the reigning NBA champs can be beaten by a selfless and determined team. However, the intensity of the Klay Thompson squad in t
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NBA Rumors: Washington Wizards Markieff Morris trade Explained; Phoenix Suns Duped twins
The run for the NBA playoffs is heating up and two familiar faces emerge as potential competitors. Markieff Morris and his twin brother, Marcus, are in opposing teams that are aiming for a playoff spot. Ever since their exit from the Phoenix Suns, the two have been doing remarkably well this season. Today, basketball fans eagerly await how the Morris twins will attempt to climb the Eastern Conference which is led by LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers. Although neither of them is no longer with th
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NBA Rumors: Sacramento Kings Trade Rajon Rondo To Los Angeles Lakers; Kobe Bryant Wins vs Carmelo Anthony, Knicks
The Sacramento Kings are reportedly on the verge of losing a veteran NBA player. Rajon Rondo, who just signed with the DeMarcus Cousins team following a disappointing stint with the Dallas Mavericks, is speculated to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers. This news now puts a dent on the rumors that Carmelo Anthony has been gaining steam in his campaign to get Rondo into the New York Knicks roster by the NBA offseason. If these rumors are to be believed, it looks like Kobe Bryant made a better impres
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NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets James Harden Trade Final; Dwight Howard Triumphs Over The Beard?
The Houston Rockets are falling far behind the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference. Initially pegged as a worthy opponent to Stephen Curry, the great James Harden is now the subject of NBA trade rumors. Moreover, detractors have criticized his locker room rifts with Dwight Howard and Ty Lawson as well as his very public romance and breakup with "KUWTK" star Khloe Kardashian. As the NBA season heats up, The Beard reportedly finds himself in the trading block.
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NFL Rumors: Dallas Cowboys Tony Romo Sub Found? Dez Bryant, Jason Witten Pass Up Tim Tebow for Johnny Manziel?
The Dallas Cowboys saw the end of their Super Bowl dream when Tony Romo suffered a fractured collarbone in Week 2 of the NFL season. Although the quarterback made a valiant effort of returning for the team's match against the Carolina Panthers, the Dez Bryant squad only fell short. Moreover, the risky move simply re-injured Romo and pushed the football team further down the rankings. With no reliable quarterback to take over Romo's role, the Dallas Cowboys sank lower in the league - something th
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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.
