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A red-tailed hawk near death from starvation received a life-saving blood transfusion from another hawk at the University of Illinois. The emaciated bird is now strong enough to prepare for release back into the wild.
Atlanta Hawks star Jonathan Kuminga accidentally made a 75-foot shot while trying to pass the ball, creating the sixth-longest basket in NBA history. The improbable moment capped off the Hawks' 11th straight win as they surge toward the playoffs.
Two Tennessee firefighters made an unexpected rescue when they spotted a red-shouldered hawk struggling with its foot caught in a fence line. Their quick thinking and gentle approach gave the bird a second chance at flight.
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After years of stalled investigations, South Africa's elite police unit rushed 13 lottery fraud cases to prosecutors in just weeks. The sudden action came after the Hawks missed a key parliamentary meeting, reviving cases where millions meant for charities allegedly went to corrupt officials instead.
The Atlanta Hawks are celebrating a cultural landmark with an unusual tribute night featuring lemon pepper wings, live music, and exclusive merch. When the Orlando Magic visit on March 16, it's more than just basketball.
A rough-legged hawk with a badly broken wing that had already started healing wrong made a full recovery at a wildlife rescue center and returned to the skies. The bird proved rescuers wrong when it flew beautifully just months after arriving with an injury vets feared would never heal properly.
A young harrier hawk walked away unscathed after crashing into a car and getting stuck in the grille during a test drive in New Zealand. Thanks to quick-thinking mechanics and devoted veterinary staff, the bird flew free within 24 hours.
Jonathan Kuminga accidentally made the eighth-longest shot in NBA history during Atlanta's winning streak. The 74-foot buzzer-beater perfectly captured the Hawks' incredible momentum as they surge toward the playoffs.
Before his final Late Show episode aired, Stephen Colbert's 2015 commencement speech resurfaces with timeless wisdom on embracing uncertainty. His words about letting go of who we've been to become who we need to be hit differently today.
A red-tailed hawk found motionless on a Pennsylvania roadway is bouncing back at a wildlife rehab center, and staff say its spunky attitude means recovery is going well. The bird went from lying drenched and distressed to eating regularly and testing its wings in an outdoor flight enclosure.
A New Zealand region proves weekend getaways don't have to leave you drained. Hawke's Bay offers float tanks, contrast therapy, and vineyard lunches that actually restore energy instead of depleting it.
The Atlanta Hawks secured their first divisional title in four years with a commanding victory, while LeBron James reached a historic milestone that puts him among basketball's all-time greats. Friday night brought playoff dreams to life and cemented legacies across the NBA.
Since 2002, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk has helped build nearly 700 public skateparks that give 17 million people a year access to action sports. His model has inspired grassroots skate communities from Gaza to Uganda to create safe spaces for youth in the world's most challenging places.
A black hawk-eagle appeared in a Querétaro nature reserve for the first time, marking a stunning 150-kilometer expansion beyond where these endangered raptors were thought to live in Mexico. The discovery suggests conservation efforts may be helping tropical forests recover enough to support apex predators.
Underdog Stephen Bunting delivered a stunning performance to win Premier League Darts Night Four in Belfast, defeating defending champion Luke Humphries and whitewashing Jonny Clayton on his way to glory. The emotional victory marks a remarkable comeback for "The Bullet," who credits last year's losing streak with teaching him the resilience that powered his 6-2 final win.
Ron Blake was seconds away from ending his life when a laugh changed everything. Now he's racing to meet Stephen Colbert before The Late Show ends in May.
A driver's quick action saved a rare Northern Hawk Owl after a vehicle collision near Richer, Manitoba. Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre is now working to heal the bird's fractured wing so she can return to the wild.
Canadian midfielder Stephen Eustaquio scored in stoppage time to defeat South Africa 1-0, sending Canada to the World Cup round of 16 for the first time ever. The 29-year-old, who lost both parents in recent years, dedicated his historic goal to family watching back home. #
A beloved Nigerian football hero who led his nation to victory as both player and coach will be immortalized on a national monument. Stephen Keshi's name joins 69 other sports legends on Nigeria's Sports Diplomacy Wall of Fame this July.
Former South Carolina quarterback Stephen Garcia is battling stage 4 colorectal cancer and speaking openly about how the diagnosis completely changed his views on mental health. The athlete who once dismissed mental health awareness now encourages everyone struggling to speak up and seek support.
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