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Third Victim of Asiana Airlines Flight 214 Identified as a Chinese Girl
A young girl who was critically injured in the Asiana Airlines plane crash died Friday morning from her injuries, announced San Francisco General Hospital. She is the third victim of the tragic accident that killed two other Chinese teenage girls.
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New York's Chinatown Building Explosion Injures at least 9
The New York fire department says nine people, including two firefighters, have been taken to a hospital following a partial building collapse and fire in New York City’s Chinatown.
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SFO Airport Runways Reopen, Passengers Advised to Check with Airlines for Most Updated Info
Two runways have reopened at San Francisco International (SFO),the airport announced in the website.
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Asiana Airlines San Francisco Plane Crash: Two Dead, Ten Critically Injured (Video)
An Asiana Airlines plane with 291 passengers onboard from Seoul, South Korea, crashed while landing on Saturday at SFO. Two people were reportedly killed, 10 in critical condition, and 61 in total were injured.
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Evangelicals on Closure of Exodus International: 'A Sad Day for the Christian Church'
Last week Exodus International made headlines when it announced to close its doors and issue an apology to the gay community. Shortly after Alan Chambers, president of Exodus, released his apology letter, Exodus' board of directors unanimously agreed to close the ministry.
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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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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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North America Chinese Evangelical Seminary year-end report highlights significant ministry progress
As the year draws to a close, Rev. James Liu, President of the Chinese Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), reflected on the seminary’s remarkable growth and ministry development over the past year. Dedicated to providing theological education to Chinese Christians, CESNA continues to uphold its mission to remain faithful to the gospel and nurture believers. This year’s achievements span academic, ministerial, and outreach endeavors, fostering spiritual growth and advancing missionary wo
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Woman pastor analyzes: How Chinese gender culture shapes female ministers’ roles in churches
In traditional Chinese culture, deeply ingrained notions of gender roles, often expressed as "male strong, female weak," significantly influence the position of women in society and the church. This issue is particularly pertinent for female pastors navigating their roles in ministry. Rev. Dora Wang, Ph.D., from China Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), recently addressed this topic in a seminar, sharing her insights on the challenges women face in ministry and proposing strategies to su