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Los Angeles Lakers Makes Room for Metta World Peace By Cutting Yi Jianlian
Days after it was reported that Yi Jianlian was asking to be released from the Los Angeles Lakers roster due to a disappointing preseason debut, the team waived the Chinese professional basketball player. The move then allowed the Lakers to retain Metta World Peace.

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NFL Rumors: Ryan Fitzpatrick Back as Starting QB For New York Jets Due to Geno Smith’s Injury
Geno Smith's debut as the New York Jets' starting quarterback ended early after injuring his right knee during the Week 7 game against the Baltimore Ravens. He was replaced by backup QB Ryan Fitzpatrick, who might take on the starting role in the upcoming match against the Cleveland Browns.

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NBA Rumors: Cleveland Cavaliers Trading Iman Shumpert for Miami Heat’s Goran Dragic
Both Iman Shumpert and Goran Dragic have reportedly been placed by the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Miami Heat. With these two teams looking for new players for their lineups, a trade deal between the Cavs and Heat could happen in the near future.

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NFL Rumors: Carolina Panthers to Replace Cam Newton with Derek Anderson After Bye Week
As the Carolina Panthers go through their bye week, it's safe to say that the team and its starting quarterback Cam Newton are having a rough time this season. Because of this, the team could make a drastic change this week by replacing Newton with backup QB Derek Anderson.

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NFL Rumors: Dez Bryant Leaving Dallas Cowboys for New England Patriots
Since Dez Bryant's behavior has been a problem for the Dallas Cowboys, this could ultimately push the team to trade him away. One possible landing spot for Bryant could be the New England Patriots.

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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.

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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.

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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.

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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.

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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.
