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Baltimore Ravens Cancel NFL Draft Party as Ray Lewis, Carmelo Anthony Plead for Ending Riots in City
The Baltimore Ravens have cancelled their NFL draft party, which was supposed to take place on Thursday, due to the intense riots and protests in Baltimore surrounding Freddie Gray, who died in police custody on April 19. In addition, Ravens legend Ray Lewis and basketball player Carmelo Anthony have pleaded to Baltimore residents to halt the social unrest in their city.
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Andrew Lesnie, ‘Lord of the Rings’ Cinematographer, Dies at 59 Years Old; Hollywood Pays Tribute
Australian cinematographer Andrew Lesnie, who was best known for his work in the “Lord of the Rings” and “Hobbit” films, suddenly passed away. He was 59 years old.
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Nik Wallenda's Orlando Eye Walk Live Stream Video: Christian Stuntman Walks Without Safety Tether on NBC’s ‘Today’
Christian stuntman Nik Wallenda has planned his latest stunt, which involves plans to walk untethered across the 400-foot high Orlando Eye, a new Ferris wheel in that Florida city.
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Los Angeles Lakers Trade Rumors: Jeremy Lin, Nick Young Ponder Their Futures
The Los Angeles Lakers failed to make the cut in this year’s NBA playoffs, so speculation has turned to who will join the team next season, in particular Jeremy Lin and Nick Young.
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Christian T-Shirt Printer Wins Victory in Kentucky Court after Refusing to Print Gay Pride Messages
A Kentucky court ruled that a Christian T-shirt company can decline to print messages that run contrary to its religious views. The owner was originally found guilty of discrimination after refusing to print messages related to a gay pride parade.
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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.
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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.
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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.
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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.
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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
