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Michael Phelps touched the wall just a hundredth of a second ahead of his competitor to win his seventh gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, matching a record that stood for 36 years. The American swimmer's victory in the 100-meter butterfly tied Mark Spitz's legendary seven-gold performance from the 1972 Munich Games.
For the first time since 2008, Michael Phelps is no longer the only Olympian with double-digit gold medals. Norway's Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo just became the second athlete ever to reach 10 Olympic golds, dominating cross country skiing at the Milan Cortina Games.
Norway's Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo just became only the second athlete ever to win 10 Olympic gold medals, matching a milestone held exclusively by swimming legend Michael Phelps. The 29-year-old cross-country skier secured his latest victory in the men's team sprint at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games.
When security guards roughly handled a boy with Down syndrome at ringside, WWE superstar Shawn Michaels did something unthinkable in 1997. He stopped mid-match and broke wrestling's sacred rule to make sure the child was safe.
Basketball legend Michael Jordan has quietly donated over $100 million to charities over four decades, honoring his late father and championing causes from children's education to racial justice. The billionaire athlete's giving started with his mother Deloris in 1989 and continues to transform lives today.
After 28 years without a championship, basketball legend Michael Jordan celebrated as his NASCAR team won the Daytona 500. The victory came just months after Jordan won a landmark lawsuit that changed NASCAR's revenue sharing forever.
After 50 years of creating Saturday Night Live, the notoriously private Lorne Michaels finally opens up in a hilarious new documentary that reveals the mystery behind comedy's biggest institution. Oscar-winning filmmaker Morgan Neville spent two years capturing the man who launched countless careers but remains an enigma even to those who know him best.
Clubs across three continents shared heartfelt tributes to former Super Eagles striker Michael Eneramo, who died at 40. His legacy touched Nigeria, Tunisia, and Turkey with equal power.
Jonathan "Sugarfoot" Moffett drummed behind Michael Jackson's iconic moves for three decades, yet most fans never knew his name. Now viral videos with 72 million views are finally giving this legendary musician the recognition he deserves.
Basketball legend Michael Jordan celebrated his 63rd birthday weekend with his first Daytona 500 victory as co-owner of 23XI Racing. Driver Tyler Reddick delivered the win with a dramatic last-lap pass that sent the six-time NBA champion into a victory lane celebration.
Before becoming basketball's greatest player, Michael Jordan was a baseball-loving kid who signed his first autograph at age 12. That signature, and the heartwarming friendship behind it, just sold for $35,250.
After four years away from acting, Michael J. Fox was so moved by Harrison Ford's portrayal of Parkinson's disease on "Shrinking" that he demanded a role on the show. The result? An unforgettable scene between two Hollywood legends that brought both actors to tears.
A teenage bookbinder stumbled upon a science book written by a woman that changed his life forever. Michael Faraday credited Jane Marcet's bestselling chemistry guide with launching his career as one of history's most influential scientists.
Basketball legend Michael Jordan video-called his high school staffer in hospice, granting her wish to reconnect one last time. The emotional reunion brought tears to everyone in the room and showed that true greatness never forgets its roots.
Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan sent a heartfelt video message to Derrick Rose ahead of his jersey retirement ceremony. Rose becomes just the fifth player in Bulls history to receive this honor, joining an elite group that includes Jordan himself.
Actor Michael Sheen's investigation into toxic waste dumping in Wales triggered an overwhelming public response, with dozens of people coming forward to share their experiences. The documentary's impact is pushing authorities toward finding solutions for contaminated sites across the region.
Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher can now sit up in a wheelchair and understand some of what's happening around him, nearly 13 years after his devastating ski accident. The positive update brings hope to millions of fans who've waited years for news about the racing icon.
Two weeks into his surprise return to Manchester United, interim coach Michael Carrick has sparked a dramatic turnaround with stunning wins over Manchester City and Arsenal. The former United midfielder's tactical changes and positive energy have lifted the team from despair to fourth place in the Premier League.
Formula One icon Michael Schumacher can now sit upright and move with a wheelchair, marking his biggest recovery milestone since a devastating 2013 skiing accident. The seven-time world champion's progress offers hope to millions following his 12-year medical journey.
NBA legend Michael Jordan just celebrated his first Daytona 500 victory as a team owner, with driver Tyler Reddick taking the checkered flag at NASCAR's biggest race. The win marks a historic milestone for 23XI Racing, the team Jordan co-founded just five years ago.
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