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Kobe Bryant's Future Plans After Last Lakers Game: Coaching or Retiring?
The Los Angeles Lakers built a franchise around the great Kobe Bryant. Hence, the announcement of decision to retire took the world by surprise. The move also signifies the end of an era for the NBA. The Black Mamba has been recognized as one of the most polarizing figures in the basketball community. His sheer passion and determination in the hardwood court pushed everyone around him to soar to greater heights. With his impending exit from the NBA though, what is in store for Bryant?

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NBA Trade Rumors: Chicago Bulls Halt Pau Gasol Trade Talks; Derrick Rose, Jimmy Butler Mourn Joakim Noah Loss
The Chicago Bulls have been plagued with injuries ever since the beginning of the NBA season. Derrick Rose needed to undergo a face surgery for his eye socket concern. His absence shifted the load to Jimmy Butler, who once again took the lead role to ensure the Chicago Bulls' victories. However, other players soon followed suit. This placed heavy burden to an already struggling basketball squad and to its new head coach.

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NBA Rumors: Sacramento Kings Mull Over Rudy Gay Trade; DeMarcus Cousins, Rajon Rondon To Lose SF
The Sacramento Kings are looking into adding another commanding presence in the hardwood court. With veteran Rajon Rondo signed to provide guidance for DeMarcus Cousins, the NBA team now attempts to look for fresh faces to inject vigor in the squad. To achieve this goal, George Karl is reportedly looking into the possibility of striking a deal with the New Orleans Pelicans. Specifically, the Sacramento Kings are mulling over a deal to bring in Ryan Anderson.

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NBA Rumors: Matt Barnes vs. Derek Fisher Drama Rages On; New York Knicks Star to Lose Job?
The rift between former close friends and Los Angeles Lakers teammates Matt Barnes and Derek Fisher does not offer any reprieve any time soon. The latest development in the love triangle that had both NBA stars in the spotlight fails to offer promising possibilities of a reconciliation. If anything, the issue seems to be gaining more steam as even the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) now got themselves involved.

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NFL Rumors: San Francisco 49ers Chip Kelly Excites Colin Kaepernick, Brings Opportunity for Jarryd Hayne?
The Philadelphia Eagles ended their Super Bowl run with a devastating season. However, Chip Kelly found himself in a more tragic situation when the DeMarco Murray squad opted to let him go. Weeks following his dismissal from the NFL team, various squads had been linked to Kelly's name. Apart from the rumors of his tough love stance on the Sam Bradford squad, the coach's unconventional calls had been widely criticized. In fact, some fans even chided Kelly to quit professional football and go back

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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.
