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NBA Rumors: Jeremy Lin Targets Nikola Mirotic Trade For Brooklyn Nets; Jimmy Butler Fights Off Offer
The Brooklyn Nets are on a roll this NBA offseason following the entry of Jeremy Lin and Brook Lopez in the roster. To further improve their chances of making a splash in the playoffs next season, the Anthony Bennett squad is said to be mulling over a Nikola Mirotic trade. However, it looks like they found a staunch opponent of this move in Jimmy Butler.

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NBA Rumors: Chicago Bulls Work On Chris Bosh Trade; Dwyane Wade, Rajon Rondo Campaign For Heat Star
When the Derrick Rose trade went through and the Chicago Bulls let go of one of their most beloved players to the New York Knicks, fans of the Jimmy Butler squad started to believe that change is coming in the franchise. This idea was strengthened when the team brought in Dwyane Wade and Rajon Rondo in the wake of the departure of both Joakim Noah and Pau Gasol. In an effort to further improve the lineup, the Chicago Bulls are expected to sign a Chris Bosh trade sometime this NBA offseason.

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NBA Rumors: Miami Heat Eye JR Smith Trade; Hassan Whiteside, Goran Dragic Want Cavs Star
The Miami Heat roster remains to have big holes in both offense and defense despite losing LeBron James nearly two years ago. The problem worsened when Dwyane Wade opted to abandon ship and sign with the Chicago Bulls alongside Jimmy Butler and Rajon Rondo. With the Eastern Conference shaping up into a way more competitive division this NBA offseason, Pat Riley appears to be ready to finally bring out the big guns. Reports indicate that the Miami Heat are ready to offer a JR Smith trade to the C

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NBA Rumors: San Antonio Spurs Target Klay Thompson Trade For Tony Parker Retirement; Kawhi Leonard, LaMarcus Aldridge Look For Next Manu Ginobili
The San Antonio Spurs are searching for ways to fill the void left of the Tim Duncan retirement move this offseason. With both Manu Ginobili and Tony Parker calling it quits for international basketball after their stunt in the Rio Olympics 2016, the Kawhi Leonard squad needs to step up their game in terms of signing talented stars in their roster. This concern now points to a potential Klay Thompson trade that could effectively help the San Antonio Spurs focus LaMarcus Aldridge and Danny Green

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NBA Rumors: Charlotte Hornets Top Team To Win Stephen Curry Contract In 2017 Free Agency; Kemba Walker, Nicolas Batum Accept Less Pay
The exit of Jeremy Lin from the Charlotte Hornets roster had been a big loss to the Kemba Walker team. Although the Michael Jordan squad could have offered a more enticing deal to keep the Linsanity alongside Courtney Lee and Nicolas Batum, they opted not to do so. With such tight-fisted money-related decisions, the Charlotte Hornets' plans for the 2017 free agency become clear. That is, Michael Jordan and the entire front office will be going after a Stephen Curry contract to bring the Golden S

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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.
