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Tennis legend Roger Federer returned to Australia for the first time since his 2021 retirement to headline the Australian Open's inaugural opening ceremony. The 20-time Grand Slam champion partnered with fellow champions in an exhibition match that drew 15,000 fans and kicked off a three-week tennis celebration.
A Swiss tourism ad featuring comedian Trevor Noah and tennis legend Roger Federer became an internet sensation for feeling less like an advertisement and more like a hilarious mini-documentary. The charming video went on to win the top prize at the 2023 Rail Tourism Awards.
Tennis legend Roger Federer just named Swiss star Belinda Bencic as his surprise pick to win the Australian Open, calling it "wonderful" if she claimed her first major title. The 28-year-old mother is riding a remarkable comeback after taking 2024 off to have her first child.
A resurfaced interview shows Fred Rogers answering how he wanted to be remembered, and his humble response is touching hearts across the internet. The beloved children's TV host simply hoped people would remember him as a compassionate human being.
Fred Rogers' beloved show is coming to YouTube for the first time this summer, making 25 years of kindness lessons free and accessible to everyone. Select episodes, new clips, and compilations will give four generations a dedicated home to rediscover his gentle wisdom.
Fred Rogers' 2018 stamp swept a nationwide postal contest with over 500,000 votes, winning reissue by more than 40,000 votes. The beloved TV host who taught millions of children about kindness will grace envelopes again starting June 1.
Federal judges have cleared four major offshore wind projects to resume construction after ruling government stop-work orders violated federal law. The wins keep nearly-finished wind farms on track to power over a million homes.
Tennis star Jannik Sinner claimed his first Indian Wells title without dropping a single set, joining an elite club with only Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. The Italian champion celebrated his win alongside fellow countryman Kimi Antonelli's historic Formula 1 victory in China.
After more than a decade of frustration, the federal government will finally launch a centralized directory of doctors and hospitals with accurate insurance information. Patients have long struggled with outdated provider lists that leave them guessing which doctors actually take their insurance.
Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner just became the youngest player ever to win every major hard-court trophy, matching a feat achieved only by Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. The 24-year-old dominated at Indian Wells without dropping a single set.
The beloved children's show that taught millions about kindness is launching on YouTube for the first time. Full episodes and curated clips will bring Fred Rogers' timeless lessons to a new generation of families.
The beloved children's show that taught kindness for 33 years is now streaming free on YouTube, including groundbreaking episodes that challenged racism. Families can relive Fred Rogers' gentle wisdom starting with the very first black-and-white episode from 1968.
Nigeria's Athletics Federation has stopped a controversial $9 registration fee that threatened to exclude grassroots runners. After public pushback, officials promised the charge will be dramatically reduced or eliminated.
A federal court just cleared the way for stalled wind and solar projects to move forward, ending a policy that required every renewable energy project to get personal approval from the Interior Secretary. The ruling means cheaper, cleaner electricity can now reach American homes and businesses faster.
A federal judge struck down a policy that had frozen renewable energy permits on public lands, clearing the way for massive solar projects across America. The ruling ends what industry leaders called a bureaucratic blockade that threatened affordable energy.
As thousands of federal workers face financial uncertainty during the partial government shutdown, Verizon is stepping up with real relief. The carrier is waiving late fees and creating flexible payment plans for any affected employee who needs help.
Postal workers across America pledged almost $2 million to help charities through the federal government's annual workplace giving campaign. The donations included cash pledges and thousands of volunteer hours from employees who wanted to make a difference.
Running back Roger Craig earned his spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame nearly three decades after his last NFL game. The three-time Super Bowl champion with the San Francisco 49ers finally received the recognition many believe he deserved long ago.
Hundreds of journalists are returning to work after a federal judge ruled Voice of America must be fully restored. The government-run news service, which broadcasts to 362 million people worldwide, had been operating with only a skeleton crew.
On a cold April night 40 years ago, 23-year-old Roger Clemens pitched through a pounding headache to become the first player to strike out 20 batters in a nine-inning game. The legendary performance transformed him from promising rookie to baseball icon.
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