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Seattle Seahawks Penalized For Rules Violation, To Lose Pick in 2017 Draft
The Seattle Seahawks have been penalized again for violating the NFL Players Association ruled regarding excessive contact during offseason workouts. As a result, the team will have to settle fines, limit next year's organized team activities and forfeit a fifth round draft pick in 2017.

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NBA Rumors: Lakers to Swap Jordan Clarkson and Other Players To Bulls’ Jimmy Butler
Before the 2016-2017 NBA season kicks off, it seems the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers could enter into a trade deal involving Jimmy Butler and Jordan Clarkson. Aside from Clarkson, the Lakers could also include Julius Randle and a future draft pick in the trade.

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NBA Rumors: J.R. Smith’s Chances of Signing with the Cavs Are Looking Slim
New developments regarding J.R. Smith's status with the Cleveland Cavaliers strongly suggest that a contract signing might not happen anytime soon. According to sources, aside from the money involved, there's also another reason that's preventing the Cavs from signing Smith.

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NFL Rumors: Jimmy Garoppolo’s Shoulder Injury Forcing Patriots To Trade for Cam Newton
Despite landing a huge victory on Sunday against the Miami Dolphins, the New England Patriots have been placed in a very tight spot following quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo's injury. With the Patriots running out of QB options, the team could look into bringing in an outsider such as Cam Newton of the Carolina Panthers.

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NFL Rumors: Miami Dolphins Looking for New Running Back To Replace Arian Foster
Arian Foster was not able to finish the Miami Dolphins' losing game to the New England Patriots on Sunday due to a groin injury. Due to his current condition and injury history, the Dolphins could look to adding Jonathan Stewart of the Carolina Panthers as their new running back.

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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.
