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NBA All-Star 2016 Fun Facts: Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and DeMar DeRozan, Kyle Lowry Make History
The 2016 NBA All-Star is one of the most widely anticipated games in the basketball world. The best players from different NBA squads team up to deliver a face off to remember. Hence, fans have been incredibly active in campaigning for their favorite stars. In fact, the NBA stars themselves have been reported nominating themselves as well as their teammates whom they feel will make the game more exciting. Needless to say, the 2016 NBA All-Star game will be an action packed match to remember.
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First Female NBA All-Star Coach Becky Hammon leads BBVA Compass #BrightFutures Campaign, Joins OKC Kevin Durant
The NBA is filled with inspiring people who serve as the epitome of hard work and determination. These are the types of individuals BBVA Compass celebrates in the company's #BrightFutures campaign. This year, the basketball community has two representatives for the campaign: Kevin Durant and Becky Harmon.
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Kevin Love Gets Second NBA All-Star Snub: Jimmy Butler Misses Kobe Bryant's Last Game, Pau Gasol Steps in
The NBA All-Star game is one of the most widely anticipated matches in the basketball community. Apart from the chance to see the best players in both the Western and Eastern Conferences face off, fans are treated to a spectacular match all the time. However, this year is considered more special than others.
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NBA Rumors: San Antonio Spurs Turn To Kobe Bryant for Kawhi Leonard Mentor; Tim Duncan, Tony Parker Insulted?
The San Antonio Spurs are breathing down the neck of the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference. While Stephen Curry and his team are all flashy three-point shots and small-ball lineups, the LaMarcus Aldridge squad quietly take down every team along the way. Despite the aging big three, which is composed of Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili, the San Antonio Spurs consistently deliver good performances.
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NBA Rumors: Miami Heat Eye Rudy Gay Trade; Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh Seek Sacramento Kings Swap
The Miami Heat are sitting idly at the fifth spot in the Eastern Conference. The Dwyane Wade is practically 10 games away from the Cleveland Cavaliers - the basketball team now led by former teammate LeBron James. To make their situation more precarious, the Miami Heat are only one game up from the Indiana Pacers of Paul George.
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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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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.
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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.
