Articles by CDI Staff
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Donald Trump has made history, becoming the first president since Grover Cleveland in the 19th century to secure two nonconsecutive terms. Early projections indicate that Trump has won the U.S. presidential election, marking a major comeback in American politics. -
CDI wins 2nd place in Evangelical Press Association’s 2024 “Best in Class” awards
Christian Daily International (CDI) won second place in the Evangelical Press Association’s 2024 “Best in Class” awards. The recognition comes only ten months after the global news publication launched in English in December 2023, with the Spanish edition Diario Cristiano following in March 2024. -
Pastor at Lausanne 4 challenges believers: 'don't preach morality, preach and live Christ' to those struggling with sexuality
The last issue of the Monday evening session at the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization in Incheon, Seoul, spoke about the challenge the sexual revolution has raised for the global Church, especially in the West but increasingly also in other regions of the world. Aside from a biblical perspective, the speaker reminded participants of the importance of being pastoral and Christ-like towards those who struggle with their sexuality. -
Korea President asks for prayer for peace, justice and reunification with North Korea in greeting to Lausanne 4
In a greeting to participants of the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelism, President of South Korea Seok-yeol Yoon welcomed the 5,000 participants gathered in Incheon, highlighting the influence of Christianity on the East Asian nation over the past century and asking for prayer for peace and justice. The President's greeting was delivered by Yongho Sung, the First Vice Minister of Culture and Sports. -
England & Wales census figures for transgender population likely overstated due to language issue
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 -
Suspect apprehended after second assassination attempt on former US President Trump
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. -
Three Pakistani Christian women appointed to key government positions raising hopes for minorities
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 -
Korean conference discusses missionary approach to suicide prevention, as country wrestles with highest suicide rate among OECD
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". -
President of evangelical network of Veracruz laments Mexico's failure to address violence, 'ask God for new government to do better'
“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 -
World Vision calls for immediate and decisive action to protect children, vulnerable communities from 'preventable' mpox
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. -
Evangelical voices at the G20 Interfaith Forum in Brazil: 'faith communities as promoters of social cohesion'
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 -
First Bible translation for indigenous ethnic people groups completed in Colombia
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.
