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Singapore Forumla 1 Grand Prix: Track Tweaks and Tyre Wear Leave Mercedes in a Spin
Formula One world championship leader Lewis Hamilton was unhappy with track changes at the Singapore Grand Prix on Friday as he and his Mercedes team mate Nico Rosberg endured an uncharacteristically tough day in practice.
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U.S. Accuses Volkswagen Of Clean Air Violations, Order Recalls of 500000 Cars
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. and California environmental regulators on Friday accused Volkswagen AG
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Soccer-FIFPro Says Game Would Be Better Off Without Transfers
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - FIFPro's plans to dismantle the transfer system may sound far-fetched and possibly eccentric to the average fan but the world players' union says there is no other way to fix a sport which is losing its competitive edge.
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California Wildfires 2015: Crews Gain Ground on California Blazes, Search for Missing Goes On
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Firefighters battling two devastating and deadly wildfires in drought-stricken Northern California over the past week have gained more ground, fire officials said on Friday, as the search goes on for those reported missing.
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Lebanese Journalist Karma Khayat Convicted of Defying Hague Court Order
THE HAGUE (Reuters) - A U.N.-backed court said on Friday that a Lebanese journalist had risked exposing purported witnesses in its hearings over the 2005 assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik al-Hariri, and had defied a court order to remove the material from a website.
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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