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New York celebrated its first NBA championship in over five decades with a ticker-tape parade through Lower Manhattan. A roving baklava salesman named Roy Donk became a viral sensation by giving away free pastries to fans outside Madison Square Garden.
The New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years, sparking a ticker-tape parade in Lower Manhattan. A viral baklava vendor named Roy Donk handed out free treats to celebrate with fans outside Madison Square Garden.
A Vermont freshman just became the first person under 18 to qualify for the state's gubernatorial ballot. Dean Roy wants to prove young people can lead real change.
Oorbee Roy stepped onto a skateboard for the first time at age 51, defying fear and social expectations. Her journey proves it's never too late to chase a dream.
Erlidawn Roy is transforming her Stage 3 breast cancer battle into a celebration of strength by running the Colfax Marathon 5K. Her journey from diagnosis to the starting line shows how hope can carry us through life's toughest challenges.
A freshman in high school just made history by qualifying for Vermont's gubernatorial ballot, becoming the first candidate under 18 to run for governor. Dean Roy isn't running to win but to prove young people can spark real change.
After a horrific car crash required 48 surgeries and 14 units of blood, Cooper Roy is inspiring his former high school to host their biggest blood drive ever. The Fair Grove student body is turning his recovery into a community-wide movement to save lives.
When flames trapped residents on the third floor of a Minneapolis apartment building, firefighters climbed ladders to bring everyone down safely, including two dogs and several cats. One man even got to hug his dog Roy again after fearing he'd lost him forever.
Roy Dell, an emergency department nurse from Niagara Falls, survived a rare heart and liver transplant after a sudden diagnosis nearly killed him. His story is motivating others to register as organ donors and giving hope to families waiting for life-saving transplants.
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship in over five decades, sparking a massive ticker-tape parade through Lower Manhattan. Among the celebrations, a viral baklava vendor became an unexpected symbol of the city's joy.
An Indian migrant turned author has written a book that puts human faces to the Netherlands' asylum seekers, sharing their stories of hope and struggle. Her work arrives as anti-migrant sentiment rises across Europe.
New York City exploded in joy Thursday as thousands of fans celebrated the Knicks' NBA championship with a ticker-tape parade, their first title since 1973. Strangers became family as the city united in blue and orange to honor a team that finally brought home the trophy.
Linda Crosby, a U.S. Army veteran disabled by a life-changing accident, wrote her powerful memoir using speech-to-text technology because bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome left her unable to type. Her book will be featured at the 2026 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books.
The first woman to win Australia's Melbourne Cup now stands immortalized in bronze at Flemington Racecourse, joining just four other racing legends honored in 165 years. Michelle Payne's 2015 victory on a 100-1 longshot shattered barriers and inspired a generation.
Fans traveled from across Canada to witness the Montreal Victoire make history with a 4-0 shutout victory, capturing their first Walter Cup. The win marks the first time a Canadian team has claimed the Professional Women's Hockey League championship.
A humble clay tennis court in Rockhampton, Australia, where Rod Laver learned to play 80 years ago, is being preserved by dedicated volunteers. The same court where an 11-time Grand Slam champion hit his first shots is still open to anyone who asks for the key.
When Australian radio host James Valentine learned his cancer was terminal, he made a radical choice: his final months would be filled with joy, not anger. His decision to celebrate life until the very end touched thousands who'd laughed with him for decades.
West Bengal celebrates as 11 of its most accomplished citizens receive India's fourth-highest civilian honor for their contributions to arts, science, and culture. From a legendary actor with 350 films to a weaver preserving ancient textile traditions, these honorees represent the best of human dedication and excellence.
After half a century of waiting, Washington State University's baseball team just punched their ticket to the NCAA Tournament with a championship comeback that had fans in tears. The Cougars rallied from behind to claim their first conference title since 1976.
A new wave of Indian books explores how LGBTQ+ individuals find belonging and express identity through cooking and kitchen spaces. These stories reveal how food becomes a language of acceptance and self-discovery.
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