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Figure skating pair Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea returned to Colorado Springs with Olympic gold medals after helping Team USA win the 2026 Winter Olympics team event. The duo, who formed their partnership in Colorado Springs, say they haven't stopped smiling since their first Olympic triumph.
Figure skaters Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea went from partners to Olympic gold medalists in just four years. Now they're bringing the magic to fans across America on the Stars on Ice tour.
Figure skater Danny O'Shea won Olympic gold at 35 after nearly quitting multiple times, crediting his Catholic education for giving him the strength to persevere. The Illinois native says his faith foundation helped him push through years of doubt on his journey to the podium.
Figure skaters Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea overcame a broken foot, concussion, and surgery to claim gold for Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Their decade-long dream became reality with a personal best performance in Milan.
Figure skaters Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea couldn't be more different—she needs sleep until noon, he chases sunrises—yet they just won Olympic gold together. Their secret weapon? A coach who acts as their "couples therapist" and knows exactly when to shake up espresso martinis at the rink.
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A nonprofit is working to preserve Ellis Island's abandoned 29-building hospital complex, where immigrant families faced medical challenges 75 years ago. The restoration will reveal intimate stories of resilience and hope that shaped America.
Spanish Olympic skateboarder Danny León pulled off what he calls "the move of his life" by timing a perfect jump with a solar eclipse. The stunning stunt combined athletic skill with cosmic timing.
England's Danni Wyatt-Hodge put on a masterclass at the Women's T20 World Cup, scoring an unbeaten century before taking a spectacular catch that left fans breathless. Her dual performance helped England dominate Sri Lanka in the tournament opener at Edgbaston.
The Vatican has teamed up with Volkswagen's Elli Mobility to manage its growing electric vehicle fleet across Europe. The partnership brings modern charging infrastructure to one of the world's oldest institutions as it races toward climate-neutral mobility by 2030.
Ruth Ellis, the last woman executed in Britain, has received a posthumous pardon after evidence of domestic abuse was excluded from her 1955 trial. The case helped end capital punishment in the UK a decade later.
Seven students received $500 scholarships honoring a mother and community volunteer who dedicated her life to service. The Charlotte Ellis Memorial Scholarship celebrates academic excellence while keeping alive the legacy of a woman who gave back through her church and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
After beating stage 2 bowel cancer at 39, Melbourne fitness coach Danni Duncan transformed her diet by eliminating nearly all ultra-processed foods. Her journey reflects growing awareness about nutrition and health, even as researchers work to better understand the connections.
David Ellis, who built Te Akau Racing into a global powerhouse with over 100 Group One wins, has been knighted for his decades of service to New Zealand's racing industry. The humble racing legend credits his wife Karyn and his team for the success that earned him a spot among the world's top owners.
A Philadelphia mom gave her 4-year-old son a baby doll, and his tender care for "Ellie" is inspiring thousands to rethink gendered toys. Videos of Sylas feeding, bathing, and nurturing his doll are proving that boys deserve to learn compassion too.
Five-time Paralympic gold medalist Ellie Simmonds shares the life lessons that carried her from the pool to broadcasting, including learning when to say no and letting go of perfectionism. The British athlete is now championing World Celebration Day to honor the people who shape us.
Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz made a spectacular diving catch to rob his close friend and fellow Dominican player Junior Caminero during their game. The two had been chatting and laughing together just hours earlier during batting practice.
Just three weeks after giving birth, England cricketer Danni Wyatt-Hodge smashed an unbeaten 105 runs to lead her team to victory on opening night of the T20 World Cup. She dedicated her stunning performance to baby daughter Daisy, celebrating by rocking her bat like cradling a newborn.
Rugby star Ellie Kildunne, who scored five tries in England's World Cup victory, is sharing how she overcame body dysmorphia during lockdown. Her story shows how speaking up and seeking help can change everything.
England's Rugby World Cup hero Ellie Kildunne felt "really alone" after her biggest triumph, but she's using that dip to fuel her next dream. Her honest story shows champions face challenges too, and how connection helps us rise.
Rugby star Ellie Kildunne isn't satisfied with leading England to their first World Cup victory. The 26-year-old fullback is on a mission to become the greatest rugby player in the world, no qualifier needed.
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