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Video game companies Smilegate and NX3GAMES are celebrating Family Month by donating to children's care facilities in South Korea and hosting employee volunteer events. The gaming industry is increasingly using its success to support vulnerable kids.
Archaeologists excavating ruins in Libya discovered over 100 game boards carved into stone, revealing how people entertained themselves 2,000 years ago. The find offers a glimpse into the playful side of ancient daily life.
The International Ice Hockey Federation just set a world record by hosting 43 simultaneous girls' hockey games across the globe. From Japan to Argentina to South Africa, young female players took the ice together in March 2026 for the biggest coordinated hockey event ever.
The original developers behind ZSNES, a beloved 1990s Super Nintendo emulator, have returned after nearly two decades with a completely new project. Super ZSNES gives classic games modern graphics and audio upgrades while preserving the nostalgia of retro gaming. #
Seven-time Olympic gold medalist Allyson Felix is coming out of retirement to compete for a spot on Team USA at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The most decorated woman in Olympic track and field history will be 42 when the Games come to her hometown.
Britain's youngest Olympic medalist just won her second world skateboarding championship and now she's training to compete in both skateboarding and surfing at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. The 17-year-old athlete who already has two Olympic bronze medals is turning her disappointment from missing the 2024 surf team into fuel for her biggest dream yet.
A second grade teacher transformed her classroom from a place where 7-year-olds declared "I'm not a math kid" into a space filled with excitement and laughter. Her secret: ditching worksheets for games, hands-on activities, and giving students permission to learn at their own pace.
Australian Paralympic swimmer Alexa Leary is fighting for a national Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Day after winning two gold medals despite daily challenges from her 2021 cycling accident. Her journey from being unable to walk or talk to breaking world records is inspiring thousands living with brain injuries.
Sydney-born Gregory Louden went from visual effects artist to creative director of PlayStation's newest blockbuster game, proving persistence pays off. His journey from working on Hollywood films to leading a Finnish studio shows how passion and patience can unlock dream careers.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater baseball team just wrapped up a perfect 23-0 conference season, claiming their third straight championship and extending their overall win streak to 30 games. The Warhawks swept their final doubleheader to cap off one of the most dominant seasons in college baseball history.
Game designers created What's My Method?, a digital game that helps young people choose birth control by guiding characters through realistic scenarios. Early research shows games like these make patients 40% more likely to make informed health decisions.
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.
A new survey from Hong Kong reveals that parents who play video games with their kids enjoy significantly stronger relationships. The findings challenge traditional approaches to screen time supervision.
After a tough stretch that saw them lose four of six games, Arsenal showed resilience by defeating Newcastle 1-0 to return to first place in the Premier League. The comeback keeps alive their quest for a first English championship since 2004.
The Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak to 10 games with a stunning comeback victory against the defending champion Dodgers, powered by Dansby Swanson's clutch ninth-inning home run. The win marks Chicago's longest April winning streak in over 50 years.
SUNY Brockport's women's flag football team made history on April 24, defeating Elmira 36-31 to win the inaugural Empire 8 Championship. Freshman Megan Gerber dominated as tournament MVP, accounting for nine touchdowns across two games and leading a thrilling comeback from a 12-point deficit.
Dakar, Senegal will make history in November 2026 as the first African city to host an Olympic event, welcoming 24 youth basketball teams from around the world. The Games represent a milestone for the continent and the fast-growing street sport of 3x3 basketball.
Housemarque, the team behind hit game Returnal, just launched Saros, a visually breathtaking shooter that's earning rave reviews for its spectacular action and artistic design. The PS5 exclusive combines stunning golden visuals with fast-paced gameplay that critics are calling "mesmerizing" and "transcendent."
Pro skier Luca Harrington has dominated competitions for two years straight, collecting eight World Cup podiums, four X Games medals, and an Olympic medal. The 23-year-old New Zealander opened up about his rapid rise in freestyle skiing and representing his country on the world's biggest stage.
A robot named Ace has reached a new milestone in AI by beating professional table tennis players in real matches. The breakthrough shows artificial intelligence can now excel in fast-paced physical sports, not just digital games.
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