Big Sister Jaleesa Wins $25K Award for Mentoring Jaime
A mentor match that started in mutual grief became a lifelong bond. Now Jaleesa and Jaime are being honored as one of Big Brothers Big Sisters' 2026 Bigs & Littles of the Year.
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Brothers Make PGA Tour History at Zurich Classic
Sheffield siblings Alex and Matt Fitzpatrick became the first brothers ever to win a PGA Tour event, capturing the Zurich Classic in a nail-biting finish. The historic victory propels younger brother Alex into the big leagues with a PGA Tour card through 2028.
Reality TV Win Saved Nigerian Star Laycon's Mother's Life
Big Brother Naija winner Laycon credits his 2020 victory with saving his mother's life, revealing she was critically ill during filming. The prize money funded life-saving medical treatment that transformed his family's future.
Brothers Win PGA Tour Event With Clutch 35-Yard Bunker Shot
Matt Fitzpatrick pulled off an incredible bunker shot on the final hole to win the Zurich Classic with his brother Alex, earning the younger Fitzpatrick a two-year PGA Tour card. The emotional victory marks a historic moment as the Sheffield brothers became champions in golf's only pairs tournament.
Hockey Goalie Wins First Game Against His Brother
Aiden Eskit made 44 saves to earn his first career victory in a game where he faced off against his brother in the opposing net. The brothers made WHL history as only the second pair of siblings to start against each other as goalies.
Brothers Win Golf Titles in Back-to-Back Weeks
Alex Fitzpatrick won his first DP World Tour title at the Indian Open just one week after his brother Matt claimed a PGA Tour victory, making golf history. The brothers are the first siblings to win on both tours in consecutive weeks.
Northern Sierra Crab Feed Raises Funds for Youth Mentors
A Northern California community packed an event center to support Big Brothers Big Sisters, fueling mentorship programs that change young lives. Volunteers from high schools, nonprofits, and local businesses rallied together for the annual Crackin' Crab for Kids fundraiser.
Fitzpatrick Brothers Make PGA Tour History at New Orleans
Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick just became the first brothers ever to win a PGA Tour event together, clinching victory with a dramatic birdie on the final hole in New Orleans. The win gives younger brother Alex a two-year PGA Tour exemption and caps off an incredible year for Matt, who became the first Englishman to win three times in a season.
Brothers Win Golf Tournament, Secure 3-Year PGA Tour Spot
Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick just made golf history as the first brothers to win the Zurich Classic together, earning Alex a PGA Tour card through 2028. The victory turns Alex's dream of playing alongside his older brother on tour into reality.
The Isley Brothers Get Hollywood Star After 67 Years
R&B legends The Isley Brothers finally received their Hollywood Walk of Fame star, 67 years after "Shout" first topped the charts. The emotional ceremony honored both the surviving brothers and their late siblings who helped create a musical legacy. #
Pictou County Fundraiser Raises $65K for Youth Mentoring
A Nova Scotia community just wrapped its 45th annual bowling fundraiser, bringing in over $65,000 to support young people through mentorship programs. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Pictou County says the funds will directly help children facing daily challenges across two counties.
Gaudreau Brothers Honored With Special Needs Playground
A new adaptive playground for children with special needs now stands in New Jersey, honoring NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew. The Gaudreau family raised nearly all funds through a 5K run they created after losing both brothers in 2024.
India Hosts Big Cat Conservation Summit in 2026
India will showcase its remarkable success in protecting five big cat species at the 2026 International Big Cat Alliance Summit. Pre-summit events across the country will highlight how tigers, lions, leopards, snow leopards, and cheetahs are thriving thanks to conservation efforts.
India Hosts First Global Big Cat Summit in 2026
India will bring together leaders from 95 countries this year for the world's first Global Big Cat Summit, marking a historic moment for wildlife conservation. The announcement came during India's Union Budget 2026, positioning the nation as a global leader in protecting tigers, lions, leopards, and other endangered big cats.
Brother Donates Kidney, Gives Sibling Second Chance at Life
When Codey Stow's kidneys began failing, his older brother Sajarn didn't hesitate to offer one of his own. The life-saving donation has brought the Australian siblings closer than ever.
Brothers Smash 10-Year Robotics Record in 45 Seconds
Two UK brothers combined their tech skills to build a robot that solved a 4x4x4 puzzle cube in just 45.30 seconds, demolishing a record that stood for over a decade. Their homemade machine cut the previous time nearly in half.
India Hosts First Big Cat Summit With 75% of World Tigers
India is preparing to host the world's first International Big Cat Alliance summit, celebrating a remarkable conservation comeback that saved tigers from near extinction. The country now protects 75% of the world's wild tigers across five nationwide events honoring its big cat species.
Teen and mentor save each other through cancer and surgery
When 8-year-old Sterling Owens was diagnosed with leukemia, his Big Brother Matt stood by him through years of treatment. Seven years later, Sterling returned the favor when Matt needed brain surgery.
Brothers Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick Make PGA History
English brothers Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick became the first siblings ever to win a PGA Tour event, claiming victory at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans in a thrilling finish. The Sheffield duo earned a historic win and a $1 million prize after Matt's clutch bunker shot set up Alex for the winning putt.
Brothers Win Silver and Bronze at Speed Skating Worlds
Dutch brothers Jens and Melle van 't Wout made their childhood dream come true by sharing the podium together at the World Short Track Speed Skating Championships in Milan. The siblings celebrated together after finishing second and third in the 500m final.
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