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Grammy-winning musician Jacob Collier just gave a TED talk that breaks down why music moves us, and he calls it "the wiggle." Using only his voice, a piano, and Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World," he shows how life and music were never meant to run in straight lines.
Grammy-winning musician Jacob Collier walked onto the TED stage with an orchestra that had no idea what they were about to play. What happened next was pure musical magic, as he guided them through an iconic song created in real time.
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Brad Jacobs returned to the Canadian curling club where his journey began 30 years ago, dedicating both medals to his hometown. The emotional homecoming celebration recognized the small-city roots behind one of curling's greatest champions.
Olu Jacobs, the actor who walked away from international stardom to build Nigeria's film industry from the ground up, has passed away at 84. His four-decade commitment transformed Nollywood into a global force and inspired generations of African storytellers. #
Former UConn basketball standout Napheesa Collier dominated with 19 points to push Team USA into its 12th straight World Cup semifinal. The Americans crushed Hungary 108-56 in Berlin, showcasing the next generation of women's basketball talent.
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski just rewrote the record books, throwing the seven fastest pitches by any starting pitcher in nearly two decades. The 24-year-old struck out 11 Yankees in six scoreless innings while hitting 103.6 mph.
First-time PGA Tour winner Jacob Bridgeman held his nerve at Riviera Country Club to claim the Genesis Invitational, surviving a thrilling final-round charge from Rory McIlroy. The American's emotional victory shows how perseverance pays off even when a seven-shot lead shrinks to just one.
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski shattered MLB's velocity record by throwing 57 pitches over 100 mph in a single game, striking out 12 batters in dominant fashion. The 24-year-old's blazing performance is part of an incredible season that's redefining what's possible on the mound.
Brad Jacobs returned to the curling club where he started at age 10, now celebrating becoming the first men's skip to win two Olympic golds. His hometown of Sault Ste. Marie honored him by renaming the street where the club sits Team Jacobs Way.
A global real estate company just proved that big business can shrink its carbon footprint fast. Colliers reduced its emissions intensity by nearly a third while growing its commitment to renewable energy and workplace diversity.
At 38 years old and after battling through injuries, Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom reached 2,000 career strikeouts with a dominant performance that helped his team win. The pitcher who once faced Mark Teixeira for his first strikeout now stands among baseball's elite, proving setbacks don't have to mean the end of greatness.
A Naples medical device company just invested $35,000 in helping blind and visually impaired residents gain independence and confidence. The gift will fund life-changing classes and services for over 250 people this year.
A 22-year-old cricketer from Barbados became the youngest Englishman to score centuries in all three formats of international cricket, doing it in just six months. Jacob Bethell's stunning 105-run performance in Mumbai proved he's the real deal for England's future.
Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo reclaimed the half marathon world record with a stunning 57:20 run in Lisbon, months after his previous record was disqualified on a technicality. Running without pacemakers, the three-time world cross-country champion proved his speed was genuine and set a new mark for the sport.
Oakland Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson just played his 111th straight errorless game, breaking a 24-year-old MLB record. The 24-year-old credits his father's "defense first" philosophy and daily pre-game groundball drills for the historic achievement.
Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom celebrated a career milestone in the sweetest way possible, earning his 100th career victory on the exact day his youngest son turned three. The two-time Cy Young Award winner struck out eight batters in a 2-1 win over the Cardinals, creating a memory that connects his professional achievement with the most important person in his life.
Jacob Thiem claimed his first UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup victory in front of his home crowd in Birmingham, Alabama. The historic win highlights American talent on the international action sports stage.
After missing the entire 2025 season with a hamstring injury, receiver Jacob Cowing announced his comeback with an electrifying 83-yard punt return touchdown in the 49ers' preseason win. The play could be the spark that saves his NFL career.
Grammy-winning musician Jacob Collier says your life will be divided into two parts: before and after hearing youth choir MAS Vocal perform "Bridge Over Troubled Water." The stunning arrangement premiered at TED 2026 and is already captivating viewers online.
What started as a routine spay appointment for 10 cats turned into a rescue mission for 46 felines living in tough conditions. Thanks to quick thinking volunteers, every cat is now getting the care they need. #
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