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Civil Asset Forfeiture Laws: American Police Seize Millions of Dollars without Pressing Criminal Charges
Imagine if a police officer anywhere in the United States conducted a routine traffic stop on you. While the officer decides to let you off with a warning (which does happen sometimes), he makes the decision to seize a large amount of cash you were carrying to the bank for deposit because he determines you were going to use it in a crime, even though he has no direct evidence to back up his claim.
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China (Sort of) Beats U.S. as World’s Largest Economy
The United States will lose its place this year as the world's largest economy to China, at least in terms of an important economic measure tied to the cost of living, according to International Monetary Fund.
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Super Typhoon Vongfong Expected to Hit Japan This Weekend
A powerful super typhoon that is projected to hit Japan this weekend has been called the most powerful storm recorded in the world this year, packing a punch equivalent to a Category 5 hurricane with sustained winds of up to 166 mph (270 kph).
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Wal-Mart Cuts Health Insurance Benefits for Part-Time Workers
In a move to comply with federal regulations, Wal-Mart, one of the largest private sector companies in the United States, has decided to eliminate health insurance for 30,000 part-time workers and raise premiums throughout its U.S. workforce.
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Turkey Protests on Gov't Inaction Against ISIS Turn Deadly; 21 People dead
The Kurdish minority, protesting the refusal of Turkey's government to help besieged Kurds and take out Islamic State fighters in the Syrian border town of Kobani, turned to riots across the country, resulting in the deaths of 21 people.
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Pastor John Piper Offers Insight and Encouragement for First-Time Bible Readers in 2025
As the new year begins, many Christians have resolved to take on the project of reading the Bible cover to cover. That's great and all, but if it's your first time, just where do you start?
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[Exclusive Interview] A revelation within the brink of life and death — Meg Leung’s mission in Christian art
Meg Leung (梁麗橋), an artist with a lifelong love for watercolor painting, sees her art as more than a means of expressing her inner world; it is a bridge connecting her to God. Her artistic journey has revealed God’s perfect plan and inspired her to communicate the power of faith through her wor
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Korean cult leader who raped victims ‘in the name of God’ sentenced to 17 years in prison
Jung Myung-seok (정명석), leader of the Korean religious cult Jesus Morning Star (JMS), also known as Christian Gospel Mission (CGM), has been sentenced to 17 years in prison by South Korea’s Supreme Court.
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Transgenderism a fundamental human right? Hong Kong public disagrees, survey finds
A 2024 survey from the Society for Truth and Light (明光社)'s Center for Life and Ethics Research reveals that respondents from various backgrounds prioritize personal safety and fairness when it comes to transgender issues. When laws involve moral judgments, most respondents believe courts should not make the decisions. The study also indicates that religious believers share similar views with non-religious respondents, reflecting that many churches may rarely address gender topics in depth.
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Former President Jimmy Carter Honored with State Funeral, Grandchildren Reflect on Sunday School Legacy
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, remembered not only for his leadership but also for his lifelong dedication to teaching Sunday school, was laid to rest on January 9 in a solemn state funeral filled with scripture and heartfelt tributes.