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Blues Legend B.B. King Dead at 89; Music Influenced By His Christian Faith
A lawyer representing B.B. King confirmed that the blues legend died at 89 years old in Las Vegas. He leaves behind a music legacy that drew upon his Christian faith.

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Tampa Bay Lightning vs New York Rangers Live Stream Free [NBC]: Watch Online NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Game 1
The Tampa Bay Lightning will travel to Madison Square Garden to face off against the New York Rangers on Saturday for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Lightning vs. Rangers match can be watched online through live stream below.
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Missouri House Speaker John Diehl Resigns after Sexting with 19-Year-Old Intern
Missouri House Speaker John Diehl has resigned from the state Legislature after he admitted to sending text messages with sexual overtones to an intern. He stepped down with a written statement on Thursday.

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Human Barbie Valeria Lukyanova Releases Spring Photo Shoot, Responds to Latest Criticism
Eastern European model Valeria Lukyanova, who is widely known on the Internet as “Human Barbie,” published a new set of photos online this week. She also reacted to harsh criticism about her appearance.

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Amtrak Crash NTSB Update: Eight Victims Dead, Train Went Twice the Speed Limit Before Crash
The National Transportation Safety Board announced on Wednesday that an Amtrak train that derailed in Philadelphia on Tuesday night traveled over 100 mph before crashing. In addition, eight people died in the wreck.

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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.
