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Five-time drag racing champion Sean Bellemeur just became only the third driver ever in Top Alcohol Funny Car to reach 50 career victories. The milestone win at zMAX Dragway caps an undefeated start to his 2026 season.
Fresh off winning his third Oscar, Sean Penn chose to spend the night after Hollywood's biggest ceremony in war-torn Ukraine instead. The actor has been a steadfast supporter of the country since Russia's invasion began.
Actor Sean Penn chose visiting war-torn Ukraine over attending the Academy Awards where he won his third Oscar. The move highlighted his years-long commitment to supporting the country since Russia's 2022 invasion.
Viral choreographer Sean Bankhead brought his hit "On My Mama" dance to the TED stage, proving that choreography doesn't just reflect Black culture—it actively shapes it. His performance showed how dance moves travel from studios to living rooms, creating connection across generations.
London-based Nigerian artist Sean Dampte is merging Fela Kuti's revolutionary Afrobeat legacy with today's global Afrobeats wave, creating music that honors the past while embracing the future. His new single "Gbera" and upcoming project show how a new generation is reconnecting African music with its roots.
Hillary Trubisky penned a moving tribute to Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott's family after his firing, revealing the deep friendships behind the game. Her words remind us that sports teams are built on real relationships that matter far beyond wins and losses.
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is making strong progress recovering from his season-ending ankle injury, with coach Sean Payton sharing an encouraging update. The rookie is expected to be fully ready for offseason training this spring.
Sean Strickland captured the UFC middleweight championship by defeating previously unbeaten Khamzat Chimaev, despite separating his shoulder just days before the fight. The 35-year-old's gritty performance turned him from underdog to champion in a stunning upset victory.
After starter Bo Nix broke his ankle, Denver Broncos backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham will make his first career playoff start in the AFC Championship game. Head coach Sean Payton just gave him a massive vote of confidence, comparing the situation to Super Bowl winning backup quarterbacks.
British comedian Sean Hughes left his entire £4 million estate to Shelter, the housing charity that once helped him when he struggled with homelessness in London. After a decade-long legal battle caused by messy paperwork, the donation is finally helping families find stable homes.
Chemical engineer Sean Farrington says measuring blood viscosity (how it flows) could become as common as checking blood pressure. His TED talk explains how the science of flow in everyday products could revolutionize medical diagnostics.
A self-taught Melbourne painter just won the Archibald Packing Room Prize for his haunting portrait of an actor as Shakespeare's melancholy prince. Sean Layh's journey from theater audience to award-winning artist shows how inspiration can strike anywhere.
A Paralympic champion is teaming up with a Sligo native for one of Ireland's toughest endurance races, turning personal achievement into community impact. Sean Mulligan will race alongside gold medalist Eoghan Clifford this weekend, with every grueling mile supporting a local cause.
A couple who met at Arizona State University in 1986 turned their college romance into a thriving California winery that now ships quality, affordable wine to all 50 states and 15 countries. Their secret? Lessons learned in the Arizona desert and a dream to make great wine accessible to everyone.
On World Cancer Day, five people touched by cancer reveal how they redefined hope, purpose, and progress beyond diagnosis. Their stories prove that surviving is just the beginning.
Kathy McGuire faced years of cancer treatment and five surgeries starting in 2007. Now she's spent nearly 15 years helping other patients navigate their own journeys at the same London, Ontario cancer center.
After his heart stopped during a 2022 stroke, Senator John Fetterman emerged with a new mission: choosing gratitude and conversation over political bitterness. His journey from near-death to renewed purpose shows how personal crisis can reshape how we engage with others.
BLACKPINK's Jennie quietly donated $75,000 to help vulnerable seniors stay warm this winter, funding enough coal briquettes to heat 560 households for a month. The gift came from profits from her recent photo exhibition, plus her own contribution.
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Mandy Horvath will scale 832 stairs on her prosthetics to honor her late friend and raise cancer awareness. The climb happens May 8 if weather permits.
Two professional bowlers just achieved their lifelong dreams, winning their first PBA Tour championship after decades of dedication. Zach Wilkins and AJ Chapman's victory in Maine proves that persistence pays off, no matter how long the journey takes.
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