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Nigeria Elections: President Goodluck Jonathan Concedes Defeat to Ex-Military Dictator Muhammadu Buhari
People in Nigeria went to the polls over the weekend to elect a president. Based on the election results, former military dictator Muhammadu Buhari won, and President Goodluck Jonathan has conceded defeat.

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Jeremy Clarkson Update: ‘Top Gear’ Executive Producer Says Goodbye as BBC Head Faces Death Threats
Controversial presenter Jeremy Clarkson did not have his contract renewed by the British Broadcasting Corp. after an internal report revealed that he verbally and physically attacked a producer. Now his childhood friend and “Top Gear” executive producer Andy Wilman has left the show after that fallout.

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Musician Sufjan Stevens Challenges Perception of Christian Music in His Latest Album 'Carrie & Lowell'
Music artist Sufjan Stevens has released his newest album entitled “Carrie & Lowell.” Although it focuses on the life of his mother, Carrie, the album also challenges the negative public perception on Christian music.

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Study finds That Poverty Negatively Affects Children’s Brains
A surprising study has shown that the stresses associated with low-income households, as opposed to those in wealthier households, can negatively impact children’s brain development.

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Jeremy Lin Talks About a Difficult Year in His NBA Career and Takes Responsibility
Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jeremy Lin made history with Jordan Clarkson by being part of the first Asian-American backcourt in NBA history. However, his basketball career has encountered many rough patches, even now.

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Biopic ‘Hudson & Maria’ to Begin Filming in Malaysia This August, Recreating Iconic Missionary Faith Story
After 15 years of preparation, the historical biopic Hudson & Maria begins filming in Malaysia this August, telling the story of 19th-century missionaries who crossed cultural barriers to bring the Gospel to China.
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Freed After 266 Days: Zion Church Pastor Ezra Jin Unexpectedly Released to Reunite with Family in US
Pastor Ezra Jin was unexpectedly released after 268 days of detention and flown to the U.S. for a family reunion, following high-level diplomatic negotiations between the U.S. and China.
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Pastor Ezra Jin Speaks Out for First Time Since Release: ‘I’m Free. Now Pray for China!’
Released after 266 days of detention, Pastor Ezra Jin uses his Wall Street Journal op-ed to thank international supporters, advocate for imprisoned church members, and call for religious freedom in China.