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NBA Rumors: Toronto Raptors Confirm Chris Bosh Comeback; DeMar Derozan, Kyle Lowry Gear Up for Vet Star
The Toronto Raptors are looking at a bright future in the Eastern Conference this season. Despite the entry of Dwyane Wade to the Chicago Bulls to join forces with Jimmy Butler and Rajon Rondo, the DeMar DeRozan squad remains as the favorite to challenge the supremacy of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Hence, it comes as no surprise that the Kyle Lowry team is said to be adding a big name in their lineup this season - one who is familiar to LeBron James himself.

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NBA Rumors: Sacramento Kings Sign Jahlil Okafor Trade; Rudy Gay, Ben McLemore Excited for Young C
The Sacramento Kings are expected to lose DeMarcus Cousins soon and the Rudy Gay squad is making sure they are not left with nothing after his exit. Hence, it comes as no surprise that the Ben McLemore team is looking into partnering with an NBA team that can offer them a player as promising as the Olympic gold medalist. In their search for this ideal trade partner, the Sacramento Kings seem to have found what they are looking for in the Philadelphia 76ers roster.

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NFL Rumors: San Francisco 49ers Open To Geno Smith Trade; Blaine Gabbert Fears Losing Starter Role to Jets QB
The San Francisco 49ers are getting slaughtered in the gridiron under the leadership of Blaine Gabbert. With Colin Kaepernick also looking a lot less like a starter himself, Chip Kelly looks into other options before benching his top quarterback this season. Among the available options, the Carlos Hyde squad appears to be seriously considering signing Geno Smith soon.

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NBA Rumors: Kevin Durant Calls For DeMarcus Cousins Trade; Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson Reject C
The Golden State Warriors are pegged as the team to beat next season despite losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the recent NBA championship series. As LeBron James, Kyrie Irving, and Kevin Love work to become a better team, the Western Conference saw the emergence of a super team in Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green. However, it looks like the Dub Nation has no intention of stopping there as the former Oklahoma City Thunder recruit now looks into adding fellow Team

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NBA Rumors: Chicago Bulls Seal Blake Griffin trade; Jimmy Butler, Dwyane Wade Train with Clippers Star
Blake Griffin appears to be determined to redeem himself this NBA season, but it seems that the Los Angeles Clippers fans and front office do not share the same feeling. Weeks before the regular season starts, trade talks involving the number one pick remain as the primary topics in discussions. Amid all the basketball teams looking into signing him, the Chicago Bulls are identified as the best fit.

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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.
