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NFL Rumors: Carolina Panthers Mull Over Colin Kaepernick Contract; Cam Newton, Kelvin Benjamin Embrace New QB
The Carolina Panthers are expected to sign a backup quarterback following the surgeries conducted on Cam Newton. While the franchise leader and his team keep reassuring fans that he will be back in no time to once again carry them to the Super Bowl, it looks like the front office is still worried. Does this mean that the Colin Kaepernick contract linked to the Kelvin Benjamin team will finally push through?

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NBA Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers Sign Gordon Hayward; D'Angelo Russell, Jordan Clarkson Get Stronger Leader
The Los Angeles Lakers are said to be desperate to find a new Kobe Bryant in their roster with D'Angelo Russell, Brandom Ingram and Jordan Clarkson failing to meet expectations - the same ones set and met by Kristaps Porzingis in the New York Knicks and Karl-Anthony Towns in the Minnesota Timberwolves. The lack of confidence and aggressiveness in the lineup, which former Golden State Warriors coach Luke Walton described as "weak," now makes it imperative for the front office to sign a leader who

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NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets Interested In Serge Ibaka Contract; James Harden, Nene Welcome Raptors Star
The Houston Rockets are steadily gaining steam into the NBA playoffs with James Harden impressing even fellow MVP candidates LeBron James and Stephen Curry. However, fans of The Beard believe that the team needs a stronger support system for their main man. Among the potential free agents going into the market soon, a Serge Ibaka contract to the Eric Gordon squad seems to be the most appealing.

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NBA Rumors: San Antonio Spurs Eye Paul George Contract; Kawhi Leonard, LaMarcus Aldridge Receive Big 3 Member
The San Antonio Spurs are making a big push towards unseating the Golden State Warriors in the West. Although Kawhi Leonard and LaMarcus Aldridge have been doing their best to lead the team, injuries from their go-to guys like Tony Parker tend to hamper their run. With this in mind, it appears that Gregg Popovich is looking into a long-term solution via a Paul George contract.

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NBA Rumors: Russell Westbrook Targets Carmelo Anthony Contract; Enes Kanter, Steven Adams Get Knicks Vet
The Russell Westbrook stats this NBA season have been nothing short of spectacular, with the Oklahoma star surpassing the records of Stephen Curry, LeBron James and Kevin Durant. Despite his impressive season, however, the Steven Adams team still struggles in the sixth seed with the Los Angeles Clippers, Utah Jazz and Houston Rockets ahead of them. The Enes Kanter team definitely needs more wins to catch up with the Golden State Warriors and the San Antonio Spurs. Will a Carmelo Anthony contract

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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.
