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A quick-thinking university student in Israel stopped suspected artifact thieves and then discovered a rare 12th-century Crusader sword hidden in the seabed. The three-foot weapon offers new insights into medieval warriors and coastal life during the Crusades.
A maritime archaeology student has discovered his second 900-year-old Crusader sword while diving off Israel's coast, just years after finding the first one in nearly the same location. The extraordinary double discovery is helping researchers understand medieval warfare and ancient sea routes.
A graduate student spotted a 900-year-old Crusader sword sticking out of the Mediterranean seabed while swimming off Israel's coast. It's his second medieval sword discovery in three years.
After helping the Crusaders win four championships, assistant coach Brad Mooar is stepping up to lead the Fijian Drua as head coach in 2027. His six-season journey with the New Zealand powerhouse earns him a well-deserved promotion to the top job.
All Black winger Sevu Reece is making every moment count as he prepares to leave the Crusaders after eight seasons. With teammate George Bower reaching his 100th game, the departing duo is fighting to extend their championship defense one more time.
After losing in last year's regional final on their home turf, Pensacola Catholic's girls soccer team returned the favor with a shutout victory that sends them to their first Final Four since 2013. The Crusaders haven't allowed a single goal in six playoff games.
All Blacks prop George Bower waited 100 games to score his first try for the Crusaders, and his reaction was pure joy. The 33-year-old's celebration shows it's never too late for a first.
Crusaders playmaker Taha Kemara is making a remarkable comeback just nine months after a devastating knee injury that could have ended his season. The 22-year-old will face his former opponents at the very stadium where he got hurt.
Steve Lancaster, a former Crusaders lock who's championed community rugby for years, just landed the top job at New Zealand Rugby. His mission: keep the All Blacks winning while strengthening grassroots rugby across the country.
Nearly 15 years after devastating earthquakes, Christchurch is celebrating the opening of its world-class $683 million stadium alongside a booming regional economy that's outpacing the rest of New Zealand. The South Island city's comeback story includes 5.2% GDP growth and a new train service connecting fans to their new sporting home.
Former Sale Sharks forward Josh Beaumont gave £8,000 from his testimonial fundraising to the Sale Sharks Foundation, supporting programs that transform lives across the North West. His gift will fund youth sports initiatives, including rugby programs for young people with Down syndrome.
After being dropped from New Zealand's 2015 World Cup squad, All Blacks legend Israel Dagg nearly retired at 27 but transformed his heartbreak into one of rugby's greatest comebacks. His story shows how even elite athletes can rebuild after devastating setbacks.
A visiting pastor couldn't believe his eyes when Aba's infamous garbage piles had vanished, replaced by clean streets and water fountains. The Nigerian city's dramatic transformation under Governor Alex Otti is turning a struggling commercial hub into a source of pride.
A restaurant owner in China is doing everything possible to discourage customers, including warning them their "life will become hard" if they promote his business. His anti-popularity campaign has made him even more popular online.
Rugby superstar Richie Mo'unga is leaving his successful Japanese club career to rejoin New Zealand's All Blacks for one more shot at World Cup glory. The 31-year-old fly-half says avoiding regret drove his decision to return home.
Fourteen church members kidnapped during an outdoor service in Nigeria have been freed after more than two months, thanks to a coordinated rescue by police, military, and community hunters. The victims, mostly women and young children, are now receiving medical care.
After nearly two months in captivity and rumors of his death, a Nigerian pastor returned home to rebuild his ministry from scratch. His story shows how faith and determination can triumph over unimaginable hardship.
When chemotherapy made eating impossible for his four-year-old, actor Emraan Hashmi called his son pretending to be Batman. Five years later, Ayaan is cancer-free.
Three sold-out rugby games in Christchurch drew 75,000 fans and generated over $6 million in local spending, proving the city's new stadium is already a game-changer. The Super Round success has officials planning bigger events and sparked talks for a historic Anzac Day match.
After 24 games and three tough losses, Cardinal Mooney's baseball team made history by beating Canton Central Catholic 5-4 to claim their first regional championship. The Cardinals punched back when it mattered most, rallying in the fourth inning to secure the program's biggest win.
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