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MLB Trade Rumors: New York Yankees to Sign Ivan Nova on 2016; GM Cashman Rejects Ben Zobrist Deal
Now that the season is over, the New York Yankees are shifting their focus for the next year with hopes of improving their lineup, rotation and bullpen. One of the team’s supposed moves includes acquiring pitcher Ivan Nova. The Yankees are reportedly planning to present a contract offer to Nova on 2016, according to Joel Sherman of New York Post.

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NFL Rumors: Seattle Seahawks Suffer Running Back Deficiency As Marshawn Lynch, Fred Jackson Deal with Injury
The Seattle Seahawks might be lacking depth at the running back position as both Marshawn Lynch and Fred Jackson are questionable for Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Lynch and Jackson are currently dealing with injuries and are among seven Seahawks players who did not attend practice on Wednesday.

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New Orleans Pelicans' Omer Asik Sitting Out For 3 Weeks; New Zealand's Corey Webster Paid for Own Flight to Compete for Roster Spot
On Thursday, the New Orleans Pelicans announced that Omer Asik will be out for three weeks. The center is currently recovering from a strain in his right calf which he sustained during the team’s Wednesday practice. Meanwhile, another player looks remarkably committed into making it to the team’s lineup. New Zealand’s Corey Webster reportedly paid for his own flight to New Orleans for a chance to compete for a roster spot with the Pelicans.

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MLB Rumors: Pittsburgh Pirates' Tony Watson Hits Cub's Jake Arrieta; Sean Rodriguez Loses Temper, Punches Beverage Cooler
During Wednesday’s NL wild card game, tension were high between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago Cubs. It reached a climax during the seventh inning when Pirates pitcher Tony Watson threw a fastball while Jake Arrieta was at the plate, hitting the latter on the left hip.

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Miami Dolphins Terminate Coach Joe Philbin, Dan Campbell Granted Power to Make Staff Decisions
Miami Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin has been relieved of his duties on Monday, a day after the team suffered a 27-14 loss to the New York Jets in a game held in London. Shortly after Philbin’s termination, the team named former tight ends coach Dan Campbell as interim head coach.

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10th CCOWE: Rev. Dr. Joshua Ting Asks 'What Has Gone Wrong with the Chinese Church?' and Calls for Renewal Through Repentance
At the 10th CCOWE, Rev. Dr. Joshua Ting called Chinese church leaders to spiritual repentance, warning that institutional success masks deep crises—such as youth attrition, co-worker burnout, and internal power struggles—and urging renewal that begins with inner transformation, not external methods.
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Biopic ‘Hudson & Maria’ to Begin Filming in Malaysia This August, Recreating Iconic Missionary Faith Story
After 15 years of preparation, the historical biopic Hudson & Maria begins filming in Malaysia this August, telling the story of 19th-century missionaries who crossed cultural barriers to bring the Gospel to China.
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[10th CCOWE] Edmund Chan: The Greatest Crisis Facing the Church Is Putting 'Mission Ahead of the Mandate'
Rev. Edmund Chan urged the global Church to prioritize inner spiritual formation ("Mandate") over external ministry ("Mission") to faithfully fulfill the Great Commission.
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Highly Respected Chinese Biblical Scholar Rev. Dr. Stephen Lee Passes Away at 70
Rev. Dr. Stephen Lee, a renowned Old Testament scholar and former president of CGST, passed away at 70.
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Pastor Ezra Jin Speaks Out for First Time Since Release: ‘I’m Free. Now Pray for China!’
Released after 266 days of detention, Pastor Ezra Jin uses his Wall Street Journal op-ed to thank international supporters, advocate for imprisoned church members, and call for religious freedom in China.