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Shark Tank investor Robert Herjavec learned the most important parenting lesson from his immigrant father who sacrificed everything for his family. It's not about grand gestures or perfect plans—it's about being present.
New York Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. launched a three-run, walk-off home run in the 11th inning to beat the Pirates 4-2. The dramatic win showed the 2026 Mets are already a different team than last year's squad that lost all 70 games when trailing after eight innings.
British actor Robert Aramayo won Best Leading Actor at the BAFTAs for portraying John Davidson, a Scottish advocate who's changing how the world understands Tourette syndrome. The film "I Swear" celebrates Davidson's journey from isolation to becoming honored by Queen Elizabeth II.
World record holder Tobi Amusan captured her third African Championships gold medal in the 100m hurdles, proving doubters wrong once again. Her message to young athletes: don't let fear derail your dreams.
Britain is investing heavily in sport climbing after teenage sensation Toby Roberts won the country's first Olympic climbing medal in Paris. Sixteen sports will share £4 million in new funding ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry is calling for the 2026 World Cup to bring the world together through sports. As 48 nations compete across North America, he believes the tournament can be a powerful force for unity.
Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III returned to Washington DC this Memorial Day weekend to honor more than 600,000 fallen service members at USAA's Poppy Wall of Honor. The son of two Army veterans urged Americans to remember the true meaning behind their long weekend.
Former Pro Bowl quarterback Robert Griffin III is training for a new kind of championship: representing Team USA in flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The retired NFL star received an invitation to join training camp as the sport makes its Olympic debut.
Rhoda Roberts AO transformed Australian culture by ensuring First Nations voices moved from the margins to the center of the national story. From becoming the first Indigenous prime-time TV presenter to creating The Deadlys awards, she spent decades opening doors and keeping them open.
Nearly 1,000 people gathered in Lismore, Australia, to celebrate the extraordinary life of Aunty Rhoda Roberts, a cultural icon who shaped Indigenous arts on the world stage. Her funeral blended traditional smoking ceremonies with heartfelt tributes, honoring a woman who gave everything to preserve and elevate First Nations cultures.
A 2-year-old police dog is getting life-saving protection without costing taxpayers a dime. Thanks to a national charity, K9 Toby will soon have a bulletproof vest keeping him safe on duty.
Poet Robert Frost lost four of his six children and battled lifelong depression, yet distilled his survival into three powerful words. His timeless wisdom offers hope to anyone facing seemingly impossible hardships.
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A painting of Scotland's greatest poet vanished in 1840 and stumped searchers for nearly two centuries. Now it's finally home, and the story of how it was found is almost as poetic as Burns himself.
A two-year-old police dog in Alabama just received body armor that could save his life, thanks to a Colorado business and a nonprofit that's protected over 6,500 K9s across America. The best part? Every donation helps another four-legged officer stay safe on duty.
A sociologist's research in the 1970s proved Houston placed toxic landfills in Black neighborhoods, sparking a global movement for environmental justice. His work has changed laws, protected communities, and turned 18 books worth of data into real action.
A rocket that flew for 2.5 seconds and landed in a cabbage patch changed everything. On March 16, 1926, Dr. Robert H. Goddard launched humanity into the space age.
Former Navy SEAL Robert O'Neill reminded Team USA baseball players they were competing for something bigger than wins. His pregame talk before the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals gave athletes like Alex Bregman powerful perspective on service and sacrifice.
Barcelona's teenage star Lamine Yamal honored departing striker Robert Lewandowski with a heartfelt message after the Polish legend's emotional final match at Camp Nou. Four years of goals and leadership ended with tears, tributes, and a 3-1 victory.
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft is launching his third consecutive Super Bowl ad campaign fighting antisemitism, this time with a $15 million message about standing up to hate. The new "Sticky Note" ad encourages Americans to support each other when they witness hate in action.
Nigeria's top track and field stars, including world champion Tobi Amusan and record-breaking sprinter Kanyinsola Ajayi, are competing this weekend in Lagos for spots on the 2026 Commonwealth Games team. The three-day trials feature 32 events, prize money for athletes, and some of Africa's fastest competitors.
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