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17 Sep, 2024 00:09 EDT

Europe Society & Culture

England & Wales census figures for transgender population likely overstated due to language issue

By CDI Staff

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has confirmed that the 2021 census may have overestimated the number of transgender individuals in the UK because of some respondents misunderstanding the question, the BBC reports. The census indicated that approximately one in 200 people aged over 16 identified as a different gender from their sex at birth. However, a subsequent review revealed that individuals who do not speak fluent English might have misinterpreted the census question and incorrectly
16 Sep, 2024 08:09 EDT

US & Canada Society & Culture

Suspect apprehended after second assassination attempt on former US President Trump

By CDI Staff

Former U.S. President Donald Trump is safe after an assassination attempt at his West Palm Beach golf club in Florida on Sunday. The second such attempt renews questions about the polarized and at times extreme rhetoric that has marked this election season.
6 Sep, 2024 07:09 EDT

Asia Society & Culture

Three Pakistani Christian women appointed to key government positions raising hopes for minorities

By CDI Staff

In a groundbreaking move towards inclusivity and representation, three Christian women have been appointed to key positions within the Pakistani government. Sister Mariam Parveen also known as Sr Genevieve Ram Lal, Dr Ayra Indrias Patras, and Sonia Asher have each been recognized for their exceptional contributions to society and their commitment to social justice and equality. Their appointments mark a significant milestone in Pakistan’s journey towards embracing diversity and empowering minori
30 Aug, 2024 11:08 EDT

Asia Society & Culture Church & Missions

Korean conference discusses missionary approach to suicide prevention, as country wrestles with highest suicide rate among OECD

By CDI Staff

A recent mission conference in South Korea highlighted the issue of suicide prevention as a missiological concern amid a suicide rate more than twice the average among OECD countries. A missiologist professor argued that suicide should no longer be regarded solely as an individualized issue but something that affects society as a whole. And he believes that the Christian perspective of building God’s kingdom could help overcome the prevalent "culture of death".
30 Aug, 2024 11:08 EDT

Latin America Society & Culture

President of evangelical network of Veracruz laments Mexico's failure to address violence, 'ask God for new government to do better'

By CDI Staff

“We were told that insecurity would end in two years. Official data, hard data from the government itself, speak of almost two thousand murders throughout the country with an average of 80 to 90 daily. High-impact crimes. So I think it is a failure. The daily cases of kidnapping, of extortion, do not end. Criminal groups have become empowered and this should worry us all. And even more so the incoming government,” said Guillermo Trujillo Álvarez, president of the evangelical network of Veracruz
23 Aug, 2024 09:08 EDT

Africa Family & Children

World Vision calls for immediate and decisive action to protect children, vulnerable communities from 'preventable' mpox

By CDI Staff

While the first reported cases of mpox beyond Africa have made international headlines and for many brought up memories of the recent pandemic with lockdowns affecting nations across the world, Christian relief organization World Vision has remained focused the situation in the DRC where the virus is affecting already vulnerable populations.
22 Aug, 2024 08:08 EDT

Latin America Society & Culture

Evangelical voices at the G20 Interfaith Forum in Brazil: 'faith communities as promoters of social cohesion'

By CDI Staff

From August 19 to 23, the G20 Interfaith Forum is taking place in Brasilia, featuring key contributions from Evangelical leaders. Pastor Juan Cruz Cellammare, President of the Latin Evangelical Alliance, and Pastor Harold Segura, Director of the Faith and Development Department for World Vision Latin America and the Caribbean, were among those prominently involved. Their contributions have centered on vital issues such as religious freedom, poverty, social inequality, and the Church's role in fo
20 Aug, 2024 21:08 EDT

Latin America Church & Missions

First Bible translation for indigenous ethnic people groups completed in Colombia

By CDI Staff

The Colombian Bible Society has unveiled the first complete translation of the Bible into an indigenous language: Wayuunaiki, which will serve two indigenous ethnic groups in Colombia. The Wayú ethnic community constitutes 20% of the indigenous population. The Nasa people, another native group, represent approximately 12.8%, according to data from the National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE) in 2019.
15 Aug, 2024 20:08 EDT

US & Canada Family & Children

Lessons in inclusivity: the power of special needs ministry

By CDI Staff

For the past 25 years, Dr. David Traver has dedicated his career to working with children who have autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Throughout this time, he has been privileged to witness numerous remarkable stories, but a few have left an indelible mark on his heart. One such moment occurred during a Saturday soccer game when he saw a mother weeping on the sidelines.
12 Aug, 2024 05:08 EDT

Oceania Society & Culture

Fiji Olympic athletes’ hymns captivate Olympic Village

By CDI Staff

The harmonic singing of hymns by Fiji's Olympic athletes, coaches, and staff during their worship gatherings in Paris' Olympic Village has captured hearts worldwide, going viral on social media. Australian water polo player Matilda Kearns, who was housed near the Oceania teams' building, shared the moving scenes on Instagram, showing the Fijian athletes gathered in worship on a Sunday afternoon.
5 Aug, 2024 22:08 EDT

Asia Church & Missions

Tributes to Rev. Jonah Lee: warmth and consideration credited for success as counselor and human rights activist

By CDI Staff

The Reverend Jonah Lee, senior pastor of Calvary Chapel Korea Community and representative of Holy Life, who had once been a homosexual but overcame it and became an ex-gay human rights activist, passed away on July 30 at the age of 76. “Reverend Lee was always honest and treated us like friends. He preached according to the Bible and allowed us to experience God’s grace. He overcame homosexuality by relying on Jesus' name and spent his life helping others recover from homosexuality in Jesus' wa
2 Aug, 2024 04:08 EDT

Europe Religious Freedom

Nearly 70% of Scottish Christians say they’ve faced prejudice, survey reports

By CDI Staff

More than two-thirds of Christians in Scotland have reported experiencing some form of prejudice due to their faith, according to a recent survey conducted by a Christian think tank based in the United Kingdom.

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