CDI Staff

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22 Jul, 2024 07:07 EDT

Europe Society & Culture Family & Children

Church of England urges new UK government to recognize human dignity of disabled children, support families

By CDI Staff

The General Synod of the Church of England made an appeal to the new government, focusing on an issue that garnered unanimous support across the chamber. Inspired by the personal experience of Christine from Wigan, the Synod passed a comprehensive motion urging "His Majesty's Government and healthcare providers to ensure that mothers whose unborn child may be disabled in any way are given comprehensive and unbiased information about the condition and support available to them."
21 Jul, 2024 15:07 EDT

US & Canada Society & Culture

US President Joe Biden ends re-election campaign, endorses VP Kamala Harris

By CDI Staff

After weeks of mounting pressure from mainstream media, fellow Democrats and donors following a weak debate performance against former President Trump, President Joe Biden announced today that he will “not accept the nomination” as Democratic candidate for the upcoming presidential election in November. Instead, he encouraged his party to rally behind his Vice President Kamala Harris as the nominee to run for the presidency.
15 Jul, 2024 07:07 EDT

US & Canada Society & Culture

Calls for unity, toning down of extreme language after assassination attempt on Trump

By CDI Staff

Following the assassination attempt on former U.S. President Donald Trump on at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, a number of evangelicals, commentators and political leaders across the spectrum are lamenting the extreme language that has marked the highly polarized election season.
15 Jul, 2024 05:07 EDT

Asia Society & Culture

Seoul hosts first North Korean human rights forum: 'Peace and human rights are inseparable'

By CDI Staff

Held in the afternoon of July 11th at the multipurpose hall of Seoul City Hall, the 2024 Seoul Forum on North Korean Human Rights had the theme "The Reality of North Korean Human Rights and International Cooperation Measures, Journey to Freedom, Accompanying North Korean Defectors." The opening ceremony of the forum began with a welcoming speech by Seoul Mayor Se-hoon Oh followed by remarks from former United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and Minister of Unification Young-ho Kim.
13 Jul, 2024 23:07 EDT

US & Canada Society & Culture Breaking News

Evangelicals call for prayer as Trump shot, wounded at campaign rally

By CDI Staff

Several evangelical leaders called for prayer in the aftermath of what is suspected to have been an assassination attempt on former President Trump who was shot and wounded at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. “I thank God that former President @realDonaldTrump is alive.”
12 Jul, 2024 09:07 EDT

US & Canada Society & Culture

CDI’s Heather Pubols to take on leadership of Media Associates International with vision of amplifying voices of the marginalized

By CDI Staff

Global communications expert Heather Pubols who has served on Christian Daily International’s editorial team will take on the leadership of Media Associates International (MAI), a network that aims to equip global publishers and writers to create excellent content that enriches the Church and influences society. MAI announced that she will become its next CEO on November 11.
11 Jul, 2024 07:07 EDT

Asia Society & Culture

Christian community recognized for contribution to national defense as Pakistan Army promotes Christian Brigadier

By CDI Staff

In a historic first, the Pakistan Army has promoted a Christian Brigadier, Julian Moazzam James, from the elite Special Services Group (SSG) to reach the rank of Major General. Christian leaders celebrated the accomplishment as the Prime Minister and other Pakistani officials recognized the contribution of the Christian minority and welcomed it as a positive sign of career opportunities provided to non-Muslims.
2 Jul, 2024 05:07 EDT

Asia Society & Culture

Private school event highlights historical role of Christian education in raising South Korea 'from ashes of war' to prosperity

By CDI Staff

The Private School Mission Network (Chairman, Pastor Jae-hoon Lee) held the '2024 Private School Mission Forum - The Path Christian Schools Should Take in a Rapidly Changing Era' on the 27th at the Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan Hotel in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.
1 Jul, 2024 19:07 EDT

US & Canada Society & Culture Church & Missions

Southern Baptist resolution on IVF meant to help navigate ethical considerations in reproductive technologies, scholar says

By CDI Staff

The recent Southern Baptist Convention held in Indianapolis, IN adopted a resolution addressing the dignity of the human embryo and the ethical implications of widely used reproductive technologies such as in vitro fertilization (IVF). The resolution, directed primarily at pastors, ministry leaders, and couples, urges careful deliberation before engaging in reproductive technologies, a topic that has long been debated within the Southern Baptist community and the broader pro-life movement.
27 Jun, 2024 06:06 EDT

Asia Church & Missions

'Missional churches' grow more than non-missional churches, Korean research among 500 senior pastors reveals

By CDI Staff

'Missional churches' have shown more significant growth than non-missional churches after COVID-19, a recent research revealed. The Pastoral Data Research Institute (PDRI) conducted a 'Missional Church Survey' from May 12th to 31st last year, targeting 500 senior pastors nationwide, and published the key results on June 25.
21 Jun, 2024 14:06 EDT

US & Canada Latin America Society & Culture

Copa America starts with a powerful Christian message

By CDI Staff

Copa America started yesterday, June 20, at the Mercedes Benz Stadium, in Atlanta, GA in the United States. The continental competition kicked off with a match between current champions Argentina and Canada. But beyond the fine moves of Lionel Messi, Angel Di María, or Canadian Alfonso Davis, a message spoken during the opening ceremony of the competition caught the attention of social media.
20 Jun, 2024 16:06 EDT

US & Canada Society & Culture

Amid growing concerns about AI's role in news production globally, CDI publishes policy on use of AI tools

By CDI Staff

Amid increasing concerns about the use of Artificial Intelligence in news media globally, Christian Daily International (CDI) has published a policy on its website on what the news outlet considers permissible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for its editorial staff, and where to draw clear lines.

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