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The Future of E-Health for 2017
With advancements in technology and the lagging behind of efficient healthcare, it is not surprising that e-health, or the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) for health, is coming to the fore this 2017.
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Top Tech Trends to Watch Out for 2017
2017 is a year to watch for many technological advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI), screen resolutions, smart cars, home integration, cyber security, and possibly, smartphones.
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Donald Trump Wins Electoral College Votes Recount: Is There a Need to Wait for January 6?
The recently concluded Electoral College voting has reaffirmed Donald Trump as the 45th president of the United States. Of the 538 Electoral College members, 304 voted for Trump, and 224 voted for Hillary Clinton. On January 6, 2017, a final counting will be done in Congress and official results will be announced.
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Why You Might Lose Your Job in 2017 (Hint: Technology Is to Blame)
Things have gone awry for the 40-hour-per-week employed pool since the dawn of the "gig" and self-employment industry. From taxi, plumbers, teachers, delivery guys, to baby sitters, technological trends have made it possible for people to hire them on the go. And with the staggering advancement foreseen for 2017, it is more than likely that people may lose their jobs to robots, as some analysts suggest.
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And Now, Here Comes a Self-Driving Airplane
A remote-controlled drone and an autonomous vehicle mended into one: this is how UK-based BAE Systems foresees the development of its autonomous (or self-driving) airplane, the first of its kind in the world.
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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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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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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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24h Online prayer event “IDOP China” held to focus on the plight of China’s house churches
From November 10 to 11, a 24-hour online prayer and sharing event titled “IDOP China” took place, focusing on the situation of Beijing Zion Church’s Senior Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri and 21 detained coworkers (22 in total), as well as the ongoing restrictions faced by other unregistered house churches across China.
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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.
