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After washing out as a top-five NBA draft pick, Mario Hezonja spent six years rebuilding his career in Europe and just earned a second chance with the Cleveland Cavaliers. His journey from disappointment to redemption shows how setbacks don't have to be final.
Mario Draghi, nicknamed "Super Mario" for rescuing Europe's currency during crisis, received the prestigious Charlemagne Prize in Germany. The award celebrates his leadership in keeping the eurozone together during its darkest economic hours.
Mario Cristobal, who grew up 4 miles from Miami's campus sneaking into practices as a kid, now coaches the Hurricanes in Monday's national championship game. The Cuban-American immigrant's son turned a struggling program into a title contender in just three years.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie just pulled off the biggest box office debut since Avatar: Fire and Ash, proving video game adaptations have officially gone from Hollywood punchline to box office gold. The Nintendo sequel earned a stunning $372.5 million worldwide in its first five days.
A 20-year-old speedrunner shattered his own Super Mario 64 world record just minutes after saying he was too exhausted to continue. The unexpected victory came on his final attempt after six hours of streaming.
Over 400 people dressed as Super Mario flooded Union Square on March 10th, setting a new Guinness World Record for largest gathering of people dressed as the iconic video game character. The joyful celebration turned a Monday in Manhattan into a real-life Mushroom Kingdom.
A tiny Fitzroy cafe that once turned away Jerry Seinfeld is celebrating four decades of honest Italian fare, all-day breakfast, and a strict no-reservations policy. The beloved Melbourne institution still has one of its original owners greeting customers every day.
Sixteen years after fighting bone cancer as a teen, Mario Spencer has published a memoir sharing how faith transformed his darkest moments into a journey of hope and healing.
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Mario Spencer was just 16 when osteosarcoma threatened his life, but he turned his survival into a story that helps others find strength. His new memoir shares how faith and resilience carried him through cancer and into a life of purpose.
A former Brazil international who won 24 trophies at Juventus and Bayern Munich is now playing in Italy's fourth division, helping a bankrupt club climb back to professional football. His journey there started with a beach invitation and a friendship with Mario Balotelli.
The Nintendo Switch just claimed the crown as Nintendo's best-selling console in history, moving over 155 million units and beating the beloved DS. Even better news: its successor, the Switch 2, is already breaking company records as the fastest-selling Nintendo platform ever.
A teenager founded an organization that's giving seniors beautiful yards they can no longer maintain themselves. In one January day, volunteers tidied up more than 35 properties across Claremont.
Nintendo's Switch just became the company's best-selling console ever, outselling even the legendary DS with 155 million units since 2017. Even better, the gaming giant has transformed itself into a more stable, unified company that's finally breaking its boom-bust cycle.
After hip surgery sidelined him, beloved golf pro Steve Stricker made his comeback at his home course in Wisconsin with his daughter by his side. The tournament host finished strong while Darren Clarke and Ben Crane claimed the championship title.
Pio Esposito fulfilled a childhood dream by scoring a spectacular header for Inter Milan against rival Juventus at just 20 years old. The young striker made history as the second-youngest Italian Inter player to score against Juventus in over 50 years.
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen returned from injury to score the opening goal in Galatasaray's 3-0 derby victory over Fenerbahce, pushing his team to the edge of their first Turkish league title. The win puts them seven points clear with just one more victory needed to seal the championship.
Ademilola Odujinrin completed a nine-month solo flight around the world in a single-engine plane, making aviation history as the first African to achieve this rare feat. Only 115 people have ever accomplished this demanding journey across five continents.
A 21-year-old Rarámuri runner from Mexico's mountains has been invited to compete in the world's largest women's marathon. Juana Ramírez represents a bridge between ancient Indigenous running traditions and modern athletics.
Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest player ever to score in a World Cup knockout match, leading Portugal to a dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia. The legendary forward proved age is just a number on soccer's biggest stage.
The beloved Persona video game series celebrates its 30th anniversary with a special jazz album you can stream today and pre-order on vinyl through June 1. Eight iconic tracks from the franchise get a big-band makeover that brings nostalgic magic to life.
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