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NBA Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers Offer Jeremy Lin Max deal; D'Angelo Russell, Jordan Clarkson Welcome linsanity
The Charlotte Hornets were the surprise contenders in the NBA playoffs 2016. With Jeremy Lin unleashing Linsanity during the crucial moments of the games, the Kemba Walker team managed to surpass everyone's expectations. However, is it time to let go of Linsanity?

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NBA Rumors: Miami Heat Confirm Luol Deng, Amar'e Stoudemire trade; Hassan Whiteside Signs Max Contract
The Miami Heat fell short in their goal to face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA playoffs 2016 - a matchup that would have featured an exciting LeBron James vs Dwyane Wade battle. Despite the loss, the NBA team gained quite a number of revelations this season. Although they have yet to figure out what to do with Chris Bosh next season, the Miami Heat found out that they have several promising players on the roster apart from Wade.

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NBA Rumors: Chicago Bulls Kick Out Derrick Rose; Jimmy Butler Keeps Leadership Role Amid Pau Gasol, Taj Gibson Protests
The embarrassing season of the Chicago Bulls ended with practically every member of the roster in danger of getting traded or left unsigned. No basketball star was safe - not even leaders Jimmy Butler and Derrick Rose. With the intensity of the battles in the Eastern Conference, where the Toronto Raptors of Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRoza threatened the dominance of LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers, the Chicago Bulls are running the risk of falling way behind the surging teams. Given the circumstan

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NBA Rumors: Kevin Durant Ends Free Agency Talks with OKC Deal; Russell Westbrook Gets Another Season With 2014 MVP
The rollercoaster battle for the Western Conference crown finally ended with the Golden State Warriors successfully defending their title against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7. While Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green prepare to face the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Russell Westbrook squad has to face yet another problem - the Kevin Durant free agency issue. Although the Steven Adams team failed to make it to the end and face LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love in the NBA Fi

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NBA Rumors: Toronto Raptors DeMar DeRozan Contract Extended; Kyle Lowry, DeMarre Carroll demand Higher Pay
The NBA playoffs 2016 of the Toronto had been a remarkable one. Although Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan failed to carry the team to the Finals to face off against the Golden State Warriors, the journey towards their last game against the Cleveland Cavaliers had been amazing. In fact, fans could attest that the DeMarre Carroll team gave LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love a run for their money.

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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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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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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.
