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New Zealand's Suzie Bates, the all-time leading run-scorer in women's T20 cricket, will retire after this summer's World Cup. The 38-year-old all-rounder leaves behind a legacy spanning two decades and two sports.
After winning three straight world championships, American ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates are one performance away from the only medal that's eluded them: Olympic gold. The duo faces their training partners Wednesday night in Milan, separated by less than half a point.
Nevada Union High School senior Aryana Cunningham earned a full four-year scholarship to Bates College through QuestBridge, covering every expense from tuition to travel. After learning she was selected from thousands of applicants nationwide, she cried for two hours in joyful disbelief.
Baltimore just recorded its lowest murder rate in nearly 50 years after a dramatic three-year decline. The city's focus on repeat violent offenders has led to a 34% drop in homicides while keeping communities safer.
Madison Chock and Evan Bates delivered their best-ever Olympic performance in Milan, skating to a personal best score that earned them their first individual ice dance medal. The married couple, who trained together for 15 years before falling in love, celebrated both the silver medal and the journey that brought them there.
Madison Chock and Evan Bates won Olympic gold and silver in Milan, and their moment is doing something remarkable: filling ice rinks across America. Learn-to-skate programs are seeing 30% membership growth as figure skating's new stars inspire a generation.
Married ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates just won Olympic silver after competing four times in six days, relying on each other through every high-stress moment. Their secret? Making it feel like they're the only two people in the arena.
Fresh off their gold medal performance in Milan, Team USA figure skaters are touring 28 US cities in a six-week celebration. Madison Chock, Evan Bates, and fellow Olympians are bringing their Olympic programs to audiences from coast to coast.
Married figure skaters Madison Chock and Evan Bates claimed silver for Team USA in ice dance at the 2026 Winter Olympics, capping over a decade of partnership on the ice. The couple's emotional performance brought them within striking distance of gold in Milan.
Ivan and Purnima Lamech turned 10 acres of barren land in Uttar Pradesh into a thriving, solar-powered oasis filled with 900 trees and organic gardens. What started as empty ground near Allahabad is now a sustainable homestay that proves dedication and smart farming can restore even the most challenging landscapes.
Madison Chock and Evan Bates captured their first individual Olympic medal with silver in ice dance at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games. The married couple now holds three Olympic medals total, tying the record for most by any U.S. figure skater.
When a plane crashed in Laredo, Texas, Ivan Franco didn't hesitate to run toward the wreckage to save lives. His humble response reminds us that everyday people step up when it matters most.
In a historic move, Colombia's presidential frontrunner Ivan Cepeda has chosen indigenous rights champion Aida Quilcue as his running mate. The announcement brings hope for greater indigenous representation at the highest levels of Colombian government.
Russian President Vladimir Putin knelt to present an award to Paralympic skiing champion Ivan Golubkov, creating a viral moment of respect for athletic excellence. The gesture came during a ceremony honoring Russia's third-place finish at the 2026 Winter Paralympics.
Iván Barton will become the first Central American referee to lead a World Cup semifinal when he takes charge of Spain vs. France on Tuesday. The 35-year-old Salvadoran official is bringing his region's refereeing talent to football's biggest stage.
American athletes are delivering breakthrough performances at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with figure skater Ilia Malinin landing a historic backflip and Madison Chock and Evan Bates dominating the ice. Meanwhile, alpine skier Bryce Bennett reminded the world what it really means to be an Olympian.
The Colby Mules women's squash team honored their seniors with a flawless 9-0 victory over rival Bates, launching Maine Championship Weekend with dominant performances across the entire lineup. Four seniors celebrated their final home match with straight-set victories.
Red Bull just published a magazine with a fully functional Tetris game built into its paper cover. Only 150 copies exist, but they prove gaming devices can literally be made of paper.
A statue honoring sex workers has returned to Sydney's Darlinghurst after a 24-year campaign. Joy celebrates the neighborhood's role in the world's first decriminalization of sex work.
A Chinese engineer spent a week secretly crafting an AI-animated love story to propose to his girlfriend, turning their everyday moments into a cartoon that captured millions of hearts online. Their simple approach to sharing life's sweet moments reminds us that the best stories don't need grand gestures.
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