IOC bans trans athletes from competition in women’s events
The International Olympic Committee has announced an official ban on trans athletes in women’s sports. The presiding board announced that only biological female athletes will be allowed to compete in the upcoming 2028 Olympics and qualifying competitions. The group, in addition to the announcement, gave more specifics concerning the qualifications for competition. All athletes will be subject to DNA testing to prove they are eligible to compete in the women’s category. Supporters of the ban praised the move as protection for women’s sports. The IOC will allow each sport's governing body to allow or exclude athletes based on their own rules, but Olympic qualifying competitions will be limited to female athletes.
Pastor wins case against city in Ohio
A pastor has won a legal case after a three-year battle. Pastor Chris Avell has been in a legal dispute with the city of Bryan, Ohio over his ministry’s work with the homeless. Avell says that his homeless ministry, Dad’s Place, was banned from serving the homeless by city officials. Officials claimed the church had several zoning violations and restrictions banning them from housing the homeless. A justice in the case ruled there was clear biased against the church. Justice James Bates pointed out that other businesses had been awarded special permission to help the homeless; a privilege that was denied to the church. Attorneys for the church say they hope they can now serve the community in peace.
Resurrection Sunday witnessing event draws large crowds
A large witnessing event was held in Times Square in New York, with organizers calling it the first of its kind. Pastor Mike Signorelli held a large-scale Resurrection Sunday service attended by hundreds.
The event was the first of its kind according to the organizers. 40 thousand people also reportedly attended the service online. The pastor says that this event was designed to be a light in the darkness in the city of New York. Signorelli says that he is praying for change in New York City and around the U.S. 600 people accepted Christ as their Savior during the event.
SNBC Health report: more health benefits are being discovered from Apple Cider Vinegar
ACV is a good source of helping with digestion and aiding in improving gut health. It can also help reduce diabetic symptoms. It can be used as a facial toner, disinfectant when brushing your teeth, calming acid reflux, and helping with upset stomach. It can also aid in soothing a sore throat. The best kind of apple cider vinegar to use is the kind that has the mother (a mix of beneficial enzymes, proteins, and good bacteria). Organic or all natural is recommended. Nutritionists also advise keeping in mind that ACV is highly acidic and may need to be taken in small doses.