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NBA Rumors: Atlanta Hawks Dwight Howard Confirms Rudy Gay Trade; Dennis Schroder, Kyle Korver Excited For Kings Star
The Atlanta Hawks have made some major changes in their roster this offseason starting with the exit of franchise leader Al Horford and the entry of former Los Angeles Lakers star Dwight Howard. However, it looks like the Kyle Korver team has no plans of stopping anytime soon. At this point, fans are anticipating the widely talked about Rudy Gay trade to the Atlanta Hawks.

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NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets James Harden Recruits Bobby Portis; Eric Gordon, Nene Campaign For PG
The Houston Rockets are busy trying to figure out how to boost the team they built around James Harden especially in light of the exit of both Dwight Howard and Jason Terry. While the Eric Gordon squad looks into potential free agents in the market, fans point out that the best players to serve as supporting cast for The Beard is to engage in an NBA trade this offseason. Hence, it comes as no surprise that a Bobby Portis trade is said to be in the works.

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NBA Rumors: Golden State Warriors Add Ricky Rubio Deal To Super Team; Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson Welcome T'Wolves Star
The Golden State Warriors are poised to have a better NBA season this year with the addition of Kevin Durant to the now super team of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green. However, it looks like LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love of the Cleveland Cavaliers should hold tighter to their championship trophy as another NBA All-Star is set to join the Western Conference title holders. The Andre Iguodala team is anticipated to seal a Ricky Rubio trade this NBA offseason.

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NBA Rumors: OKC Russell Westbrook Wants Jeremy Lin Trade; Steven Adams, Enes Kanter Need Linsanity
The Oklahoma City Thunder are expected to go back with a vengeance in the 2016-17 NBA season following the exit of their once beloved Kevin Durant to the Golden State Warriors. With the 2014 MVP now with the "super team" of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green, fans anticipate how Russell Westbrook plans to retaliate. Reports indicate that the Enes Kanter squad is currently looking into forming their own alpha team. However, the catch is that the group might be composed of underdogs i

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NBA Rumors: Washington Wizards Shop Bradley Beal; Rebuild Targets John Wall Trade Next?
The Washington Wizards initially mulled over a Kevin Durant free agency campaign, but eventually let go of the idea since they found the Golden State Warriors, Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs too stiff a competition to even try their luck. While the team attempts to bounce back to their glory days, reports now surface that they are looking into a Bradley Beal trade before the offseason ends. With the potential of the 23-year-old, the Washington Wizards are expected to get good value

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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.
