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Arthur Fery grew up a mile from Wimbledon's Centre Court, dreaming of playing there someday. Now the 23-year-old British wildcard is heading back to the court he practiced near as a child to compete in his first Grand Slam semi-final.
A 23-year-old British wildcard nobody saw coming just made tennis history at Wimbledon, defeating the ninth seed to reach the semifinals. Arthur Fery's champagne-worthy run marks one of British tennis' finest moments since Andy Murray's glory days.
Arthur Fery, a 23-year-old British wildcard who grew up five minutes from Wimbledon, just became only the second wildcard ever to reach the tournament's semifinals. The hometown hero now stands just two wins away from matching tennis history.
Arthur Fery just became the first British wildcard to reach a Wimbledon semifinal, defeating Italy's Flavio Cobolli in straight sets. The historic win marks only the second time any wildcard has made it this far in the tournament's storied history.
British wildcard Arthur Fery stunned world number 10 Flavio Cobolli to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals, becoming the first wildcard to make it this far in 25 years. The 23-year-old from Wimbledon will play for a spot in the final just 18 months after ranking outside the world's top 500.
Nigeria's Niger Delta Development Commission just relaunched its anti-corruption unit with a new team committed to transparency. The move signals fresh hope for ethical governance in a region that's been plagued by corruption concerns.
Britain's Arthur Fery pulled off a stunning five-set upset over Grigor Dimitrov to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals, a feat he says he "couldn't have imagined." The wildcard entry is now just two wins away from a Grand Slam final.
Volunteers at Historic Congressional Cemetery are adopting neglected grave plots and turning them into colorful pollinator gardens. The program connects community members with local history while beautifying one of Capitol Hill's most treasured spaces.
Thousands gathered at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., to celebrate Independence Day with their families, creating bonds across state lines. Despite scorching heat and storm warnings, attendees from Texas to Connecticut showed up to share in patriotic spirit and make new friends.
Historic Ford vehicles are stopping travelers in their tracks at Washington DC's Union Station, where a free two-week celebration showcases how the automaker shaped America for half the nation's history. From the Model T to a 2026 Formula One car, the exhibit reveals surprising stories about Ford's impact beyond just building cars.
When extreme heat caused fainting at Washington's America 250 celebration, organizers chose safety over spectacle. Families turned the delay into museum adventures while waiting to resume their patriotic weekend.
A free mobile app is helping Americans track nine hours of military flyovers in real-time during Washington D.C.'s massive Fourth of July celebration. The companion guide features adjustable timers, aircraft photos, and historical details for the patriotic aerial showcase.
The algae-choked Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has a natural solution that's been working for millions of years. Instead of draining and repairing, scientists say microscopic creatures called water fleas could clean it up by simply eating the green mess.
Thousands of regional Australians nearly lost their favorite TV channels this week, but a last-minute deal keeps shows on the air. Network 10 and WIN Television agreed to continue broadcasting free until September while they work on a permanent solution.
A new exhibit at Washington DC's Museum of the Bible showcases original letters, family Bibles, and documents revealing how Scripture shaped America's earliest years. Visitors can see the first English Bible printed in America alongside personal Bibles owned by the founding fathers.
A massive underground space beneath the Lincoln Memorial is welcoming visitors for the first time since 1922. The free museum showcases treasures like the original Emancipation Proclamation in a stunning 15,000-square-foot chamber.
A popular Ivorian podcast brought together rappers, comedians, and creators in Brussels to give young Africans tools to handle cyberbullying and turn social media into a force for good. The event combined humor, honest talk, and real solutions for thriving online.
The National Mall transforms into a massive celebration June 25 as all 50 states and six territories come together for a free 16-day festival honoring America's 250th anniversary. With a 110-foot Ferris wheel, state pavilions, and daily flyovers, organizers call it a modern World's Fair designed to unite the nation.
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Washington DC is transforming the National Mall into a 16-day World's Fair celebrating America's 250th birthday. All 50 states and territories will showcase their unique contributions starting June 25.
Tanzania is becoming a continental model for bringing healthcare directly to communities, partnering with Africa CDC to train and deploy millions of community health workers. The ambitious plan aims to put quality medical care within reach of households across Africa.
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