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NBA Rumors: Kevin Durant vs. Russell Westbrook; Jealousy, Competition Drives MVP Out of OKC
The Oklahoma City Thunder are considered dangerous competitors against contenders Golden State Warriors and San Antonio Spurs. Given the situation of the Stephen Curry team at the moment, there remains a huge possibility that the Western Conference crown could be taken home by either Kawhi Leonard and LaMarcus Aldridge or Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. Although both teams are capable of winning the top spot, one thing appears to separate the San Antonio Spurs from the Oklahoma City Thunder:

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NBA Rumors: Boston Celtics Target Huge Marcus Smart Cash in; Isaiah Thomas, Jared Sullinger Shopped
The Boston Celtics are morphing into formidable threats in the Eastern Conference despite their young core. Facing off against experienced teams like the Miami Heat, Atlanta Hawks and Cleveland Cavaliers, the Marcus Smart squad managed to claw their way up in the division. With the recent blowout victory over the Al Harford squad, the Boston Celtics are gradually gaining the respect and confidence they badly want from the NBA community.

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NFL Rumors: San Francisco 49ers Colin Kaepernick Out, Paxton Lynch in; Jarryd Hayne Fails Aussies Again
While the San Francisco 49ers and Colin Kaepernick continue their negotiations, reports are circulating that Chip Kelly might just have found the perfect solution for the dilemma - kick out Kaepernick from the roster and sign a fresh star in the form of Paxton Lynch.

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NFL Mock Draft: Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles For Carson Wentz; Tony Romo to Mentor Dakota QB
The NFL community has been excitedly waiting for the draft season when new and promising young stars will enter the league. Among the names constantly under scrutiny is Carson Wentz who may or may not be the top pick this season. Amid the fanfare, two NFL teams are pitted against each other as both reportedly want the North Dakota star in their roster - the Dallas Cowboys and the Philadelphia Eagles.

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New England Patriots Deflategate Update: Tom Brady Remains Suspended, Rob Gronkowski May Leaven for Bigger Pay
The New England Patriots failed to redeem themselves completely during the past NFL season. With the Deflategate scandal hanging over their heads throughout the games, the Jimmy Graham squad responded with back to back wins. That is, until they had their first loss in the hands of Super Bowl 50 champs Denver Broncos who were then even missing veteran Peyton Manning from their roster. However, the New England Patriots eventually vowed to return next NFL season as a stronger and better football te

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10th CCOWE: Rev. Dr. Joshua Ting Asks 'What Has Gone Wrong with the Chinese Church?' and Calls for Renewal Through Repentance
At the 10th CCOWE, Rev. Dr. Joshua Ting called Chinese church leaders to spiritual repentance, warning that institutional success masks deep crises—such as youth attrition, co-worker burnout, and internal power struggles—and urging renewal that begins with inner transformation, not external methods.
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Biopic ‘Hudson & Maria’ to Begin Filming in Malaysia This August, Recreating Iconic Missionary Faith Story
After 15 years of preparation, the historical biopic Hudson & Maria begins filming in Malaysia this August, telling the story of 19th-century missionaries who crossed cultural barriers to bring the Gospel to China.
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[10th CCOWE] Edmund Chan: The Greatest Crisis Facing the Church Is Putting 'Mission Ahead of the Mandate'
Rev. Edmund Chan urged the global Church to prioritize inner spiritual formation ("Mandate") over external ministry ("Mission") to faithfully fulfill the Great Commission.
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Highly Respected Chinese Biblical Scholar Rev. Dr. Stephen Lee Passes Away at 70
Rev. Dr. Stephen Lee, a renowned Old Testament scholar and former president of CGST, passed away at 70.
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Pastor Ezra Jin Speaks Out for First Time Since Release: ‘I’m Free. Now Pray for China!’
Released after 266 days of detention, Pastor Ezra Jin uses his Wall Street Journal op-ed to thank international supporters, advocate for imprisoned church members, and call for religious freedom in China.