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NBA Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers’ Nick Young to Join Jeremy Lin in Brooklyn Nets
For some time now, it has been rumored that the Los Angeles Lakers are actively looking to trade Nick Young. According to new reports, he might end up on the Brooklyn Nets' roster with Jeremy Lin.

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NBA Rumors: Did LeBron James Really Slam Michael Jordan for Taking Too Much Credit for Bulls’ Championships?
Earlier this week, LeBron James said that Michael Jordan gets too much credit for the NBA titles won by the Chicago Bulls during his time. According to the Cleveland Cavaliers star player, some fans tend to forget the big contributions made by Jordan's teammates.

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Tony Parker Announces Retirement from International Basketball, Will No Longer Play for Team France to Focus on Spurs
After France's elimination at the Olympic quarterfinals against Spain, Tony Parker of the San Antonio Spurs announced his retirement from international basketball. According to the athlete, he will no longer play for his national team to focus on his career in the NBA.

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NBA Rumors: Golden State Warriors Close to Signing Phil Pressey; Will He Replace Shaun Livingston?
According to new reports, the Golden State Warriors have invited Phil Pressey to attend the team's training camp. This could mean that Pressey might replace Shaun Livingston, a point guard on the Warriors' roster.

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2016 Rio Olympics: Team USA’s DeAndre Jordan Says Gold Medal is More Important than NBA Championship Title
DeAndre Jordan of the Los Angeles Clippers has claimed that winning gold medals at the Olympics should be regarded as more honorable than getting an NBA championship ring. The athlete made the statement earlier this week after Team USA prepares for its quarterfinal match against Argentina at the Rio Olympics.

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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.
