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NBA Rumors: Cleveland Cavaliers and Tristan Thompson Standoff Continues, LeBron James Pressures Cavs to End 'Distraction'
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James initially said that he was not going to comment about Tristan Thompson’s dispute with the team. Over the weekend, however, the NBA star finally weighed in on the situation and mentioned that both sides should agree on a mutual deal soon.

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New York Jets' Sheldon Richardson Returns from Suspension; David Harris, Leonard Williams Injured After Game vs. Dolphins
After serving a four-game suspension, Sheldon Richardson will finally join other New York Jets players in the field. The defensive tackle is set to return to practice next week after his drug-related suspension ended on Sunday. Meanwhile, injuries continue to hit the Jets’ lineup. Linebacker David Harris and defensive end Leonard Williams suffered from injuries to their quadriceps and ankle, respectively.

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NFL Rumors: Chicago Bears' Alshon Jeffery to Miss Third Game Due to Injury; Jay Cutler Might Be Game-Time Decision On Match Against Oakland
Chicago Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery and quarterback Jay Cutler were among the seven members listed in the team’s recent injury report as “Questionable” to play for this weekend's upcoming match against Oakland Raiders. Both players are currently dealing with hamstring injury.

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NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets' Terrence Jones & Donatas Motiejunas Questionable For Next Game, Rockets to Use Rookies Dekker & Harrell
Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones missed practice on Thursday due to a bruised rib. Jones already missed the majority of the last season because of a nerve condition in his leg as well as a partially collapsed lung. Fellow forward Donatas Motiejunas also dealt with a back injury and has been recovering from a recent surgery.

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Milwaukee Bucks Rumors: John Henson Signs Extension Deal With Bucks Worth $44 Million; Shooting Guard O.J. Mayo Returns
John Henson and the Milwaukee Bucks have reportedly come to terms on a four-year contract extension said to be worth $44 million but could grow to as much as $48 million if the power forward hits certain incentive clauses. Meanwhile, O.J. Mayo recently returned to Milwaukee’s training camp after missing the first two days of practice and the team’s media day due to an undisclosed family situation.

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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.